Our covid guidelines:
Here are some things you can expect (or not expect) when, and if, you return to our sanctuary:
1. First, and most importantly, we recommend that all folks who are in the most vulnerable group (over 65 with a "co-morbidity") who are unvaccinated continue to worship online from home.
We are most concerned for your health.
2. We will provide masks in the Narthex for those that want them.
Masks are encouraged but not mandatory.
NOTE: The pastor will not be wearing a mask during worship as it makes him very difficult to understand through the microphone.
3. We are following Social Distancing guidelines during worship.
Luckily we have more than enough seating in our Sanctuary, which makes this part easy!
You might even sit closer to the front...
4. We will minimize the opportunity to touch things in worship. Therefore, there will be no bulletins, we won't pass offering plates, and we won't do our "greeting time" in our service.
Also, we will be doing communion differently to maintain social distancing.
NOTE: The scripture and outline for our Worship Services will be provided as a link with the 'Pastor's Blast' email and we will continue to make use of our video screens.
Also, there will be boxes at the entry and exit points for your tithes and offerings, and we continue to encourage online giving. (CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE GIVING)
5. The congregation will now be invited to sing hymns, and we request that those who choose to do so wear a mask and socially distance.
6. We have resumed our "Fellowship Time" after worship, and we encourage those who are vaccinated, and feel comfortable, to join us for coffee and fellowship. We have arranged seating to allow for social distancing, and ask that folks use their best judgement while socializing.
7. Our Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinners are still on hold, but the Pastor's Bible Study is back to it's regular schedule: Wednesdays at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall.
All church groups should wait for session approval to resume meetings at the church.
Some will think that these parameters are too strict, and some will think it is crazy to meet at all. We have tried to strike a balance and will adjust as we see how things work.
We would appreciate your patience, support, and feedback.
If you would like to share your feedback or voice any concerns, please contact the Pastor directly, as he is best positioned to address them and gossip will not help us move forward during this challenging time.
Thank you for your patience, support, and prayers!
1. First, and most importantly, we recommend that all folks who are in the most vulnerable group (over 65 with a "co-morbidity") who are unvaccinated continue to worship online from home.
We are most concerned for your health.
2. We will provide masks in the Narthex for those that want them.
Masks are encouraged but not mandatory.
NOTE: The pastor will not be wearing a mask during worship as it makes him very difficult to understand through the microphone.
3. We are following Social Distancing guidelines during worship.
Luckily we have more than enough seating in our Sanctuary, which makes this part easy!
You might even sit closer to the front...
4. We will minimize the opportunity to touch things in worship. Therefore, there will be no bulletins, we won't pass offering plates, and we won't do our "greeting time" in our service.
Also, we will be doing communion differently to maintain social distancing.
NOTE: The scripture and outline for our Worship Services will be provided as a link with the 'Pastor's Blast' email and we will continue to make use of our video screens.
Also, there will be boxes at the entry and exit points for your tithes and offerings, and we continue to encourage online giving. (CLICK HERE FOR ONLINE GIVING)
5. The congregation will now be invited to sing hymns, and we request that those who choose to do so wear a mask and socially distance.
6. We have resumed our "Fellowship Time" after worship, and we encourage those who are vaccinated, and feel comfortable, to join us for coffee and fellowship. We have arranged seating to allow for social distancing, and ask that folks use their best judgement while socializing.
7. Our Wednesday Night Fellowship Dinners are still on hold, but the Pastor's Bible Study is back to it's regular schedule: Wednesdays at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall.
All church groups should wait for session approval to resume meetings at the church.
Some will think that these parameters are too strict, and some will think it is crazy to meet at all. We have tried to strike a balance and will adjust as we see how things work.
We would appreciate your patience, support, and feedback.
If you would like to share your feedback or voice any concerns, please contact the Pastor directly, as he is best positioned to address them and gossip will not help us move forward during this challenging time.
Thank you for your patience, support, and prayers!