June 24, 2020 – Update from the Council
At our last council meeting (June 23rd), we reviewed and discussed the survey results along with the current situation. We have decided to continue meeting outdoors as long as we are able to do so. Also, beginning in July, if weather conditions do not permit an outdoor service, there will be a service held indoors. Those who wish to may come for that service and to hear Pastor Phil preach his sermon . This service will be uploaded and available through the church’s website beginning at noon. The indoor service will be for those who are comfortable with meeting inside. No one should feel obligated to attend, if this would be contrary to their personal sense of what is appropriate or safe for them. The council only asks that those who do choose to attend observe social distancing protocols. Those who are uncomfortable with meeting inside can access the website service beginning at noon, just as they would have, if services had been cancelled.
If services are going to be held inside, an email will be sent out. If you do not have access to email, please contact your district elder or deacon.
Thank you for your continued care and respect for one another during these challenging times.
The Council
Implementation details:
- The outside service will be a shortened service with no greeting time, limited songs and no praise team.
- We ask that you bring your own chair and maintain social distancing.
- There will be no paper bulletins provided. If you desire an electronic bulletin, please utilize your smartphone or tablet.
- Access to the church building will be limited. Following the service, you may enter the south door. For those who wish to give an offering, this can be done by placing your gifts in a basket just as you enter the building. You may proceed to pick up your mail, view the remodeled sanctuary and exit through the north door. Council members will provide support and direction and no more than 10 people will be allowed into the building at a time. Only the handicapped bathroom will be available at this time.
- No nursery will be provided, and young people will need to remain with their parent/guardian for the children’s sermon.
- During Phase I, we will not be serving communion and there will be no coffee or refreshments served.
- We ask that you maintain social distancing standards throughout the time at church (no physical contact, handshakes, hugs, etc.) Face masks are optional for those who wish to use them but are not required.
Our goal is to resume worshiping together while staying safe, keeping others safe and respecting the varied points of view people have regarding current risk factors.
If you are feeling unwell or someone you live with is unwell, for the sake of others please do not come to a worship service. In addition, high risk individuals (people over 60 and those with underlying health conditions) are encouraged to continue to shelter in place and limit their times away from home.
We look forward to worshiping together again soon!
The Council
