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Please keep our re-opening plan in your prayers. I look forward to the day when we can safely gather in person, and we will do all we can to make this happen as soon as possible. Although, we all know that when this day comes, there will be differences from the beginning and perhaps some things that will be part of a “new normal” going forward. However, whatever changes need to happen, know that worship will always be a time of connectedness to God and one another, will offer joy, hope and peace, and will provide opportunities to be grounded and to grow in our faith, stewardship and discipleship.

Of course, we strive to ensure our worship provides this experience even as we continue to offer livestream worship through YouTube. One important learning in the midst of this pandemic is realizing how important livestreaming our worship will be, even as we offer in person worship, in the years ahead. I have heard from so many people who have expressed great appreciation for our worship livestream who would normally have to join us this way for a variety of reasons.

So, we begin this new journey together. This is what it means to be a church in ministry together as we care for each other, and the world, with love in ways that stretch us individually and collectively. Along the way, lets continue to look out for resources that will help us along the way. For instance, I saw recently this Tiny Survival Guide from the Trauma Stewardship Institute which provides great insight of caring for body, mind and spirit. Also, I would recommend this Resource and Information Guide from the national Alliance on Mental Illness for ourselves and to share with others who are in need.

Let’s be the “church” individually and together, for ourselves, for others, and for our world.

Grace and peace,

Herb

Pastor