This week at Christ Lutheran
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Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8 - 10:30 a.m. Thursday 10/22 Morning Prayer 8:30 am In House Livestreamed on Facebook |
Thursday 10/22 Bible Study: In-House and Zoom Sunday, 10/25 Reformation Sunday Worship in the Fellowship Hall 9:30 a.m. |
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Worship is held in the Fellowship Hall at 9:30 am on Sunday mornings. While we wish we could safely gather in the church proper, we have made this choice to keep as safe as possible. This is not simply because of Gov. Wolf’s directives. We are called to act in love, bearing one another’s burdens, and have compassion for one another’s needs. What we know about the SARS-CoV-2 virus has grown since March, and how we respond may change as more is known.
We realize that there are differences of opinion and strong feelings even among faithful followers of Christ. We are also aware that we have different comfort levels for contact with others during this pandemic. In the midst of these realities, we want to encourage all to be patient and kind to one another (1 Corinthians 13:4). Our Lord calls us to love one another - that is how we will show the world the truth of God’s love (John 13:35). As Christians we are called and strengthened to have a faith-full and practical response. While we’ve never faced a crisis like this, we have come through challenging times before, caring for one another, our community and for the world. We are people of hope. Your faithful giving allows us to continue to care for our congregation and our community. You can still give securely online through our website from the secure giving page. Your giving enables us to continue serving, and supporting one another in these days. We Lutherans can be shy about money – this isn’t a time for timidity but bold service and generous hearts. |
Here's what we're doing to enhance safety, ensure we're not contributing to the spread of SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19, and how you can make a difference:What we've done:
Tables, chairs, handrails, and other high-touch surfaces are wiped down before each service with hospital grade disinfectants. Tables are set up to encourage social distancing. Worship resources for use at home will continue to be made available. How you can help: Wear a mask! Yes, there are strong feelings. We understand. For the safety of each member we are following the guidelines of multiple medical experts and institutions and require a mask to enter the building and participate in worship. We'll have a few for those who forget theirs so not having a mask at hand will not be an issue - we have one for you! Please bring a filled reusable canteen or bottled water with you. We will have bottles set out, but hope you will bring your own. We realize that attending is a personal decision and we will respect each other’s need to practice self-care. Feel free to shelter in place if you are not comfortable yet with in-person gatherings for whatever reason. We especially affirm your decision if you fall into an at risk category. We ask that you -stay home if you have the following symptoms: cough, fever, loss of sense of smell or taste, shortness of breath, sore throat, muscle aches, flu-like symptoms, or simply feel unwell. -self-quarantine from in-house worship for fourteen days if you’ve recently traveled to a high risk area as defined by the CDC, or if you have been exposed to COVID-19. -practice universal good hygiene while you are here: use hand sanitizer frequently, wash your hands for 20-seconds, cough or sneeze into your elbow, avoid touching your face (eyes, nose and mouth). 
You can support the mission and ministry of Christ Church or make a gift in memory of a loved one by going to our secure giving page.
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Worship resources are moving to their own page. Please be patient while it is under construction,