Here are some words from our pastor…..
After two long months, we are once again meeting in our Worship Center this Sunday at 10:45am. There are a number of concerns to consider, and guidelines that need to be followed.
I must begin by saying that some of you should not attend. Please do not attend:
· If you are exhibiting flu or cold-like symptoms.
· If you are running a fever.
· If you are by your own assessment in the high-risk category.
(i.e. “If I catch this COVID-19, my health will be in serious jeopardy.”)
· If you have no interest in complying with social distancing and safe health practices.
Please be prepared:
· To wear face masks. (We have some if you do not have your own.)
· To use hand sanitizers. (Provided.)
· To maintain 6 feet of social distancing.
· To have your temperature taken by a “no touch” thermometer.
· To have a briefer modified worship service for this Sunday and several following.
Our experience this Sunday will be unique in several ways.
· The chairs in the Sanctuary will spread out (6 plus feet apart.)
· Singing and reading will be minimal due to the intensity in breathing caused by such.
· We will not be having the children’s Sunday School and Children’s Sermon.
· We will not be having the Offering to God Time.
(The last two points are both due to their inherent design to cause people to cluster.)
· The Service will be designed to not extend beyond an hour.
· The pastor’s handshakes and hugs will be exchanged for fist-bumps and elbow taps.
“What about posting the sermons up on the website?” - Continuing!
“What about Wednesday Prayer Meetings by Zoom?” – Continuing!
Please know that I understand your family and you may have grave concerns of reengaging public gatherings, and so attending on Sunday. Your attendance or lack will not be judged in some legalist fashion. As the Lord guides us, we must all consider carefully how to self-regulate social engagement in light of our health.
Thank you for your patience and your prayers. Praise the Lord! See you soon!
(If you would like the information to attend our prayer meeting on Zoom please call our church office or contact Pastor Andre via e-mail at andre@TOABC.org)