Dear Church family,
Greetings to everyone. I hope this letter finds you well and that you are rejoicing in the love of Jesus as days go by.
Things are beginning to move, and we are along the way to being able to re-open the doors of our church to our regular attenders and the wider community. We are closely following the government protocols and guidelines for our health and community safety. From June 22nd, we are officially allowed to have up to 50 people in a public gathering. However, we still have to comply with the 4 square feet per person rule. This means that in the space we have available in our church hall, we can still only have up to 30 people meeting at one time. Therefore, we are asking that if you would like to attend either in the morning service, or you can take part in the afternoon Churchill service (which is still being live-streamed from Moe) that you call or text either Steve or myself to reserve a place for you and your family. We are considering creating an “overflow” room with live-streaming to the dining room, and possibly to the small hall depending on demand. We are also looking at the possibility of multiple services.
So, the plan is as follows as from June 22nd
* Small groups and home fellowships can meet, as long as the numbers do not exceed 20 people, (including children) and social distancing, sanitising and signing in procedures are being followed. Rooms must be cleaned and sanitised before you leave.
* Sunday Services can accommodate up to 30 attendees, with extra room for “overflow” if necessary. The same personal-distancing, sanitising and signing in rules will apply. We would love to prioritise people who have not been able to access on-line services.
* On-line services will continue for the foreseeable future, with live streaming on Sunday morning and later available on you tube and our web-site. Also, the Churchill service in the afternoon at 2.00 will be live-streamed until their venue is open to the public.
* Please book ahead if you intend to attend Sunday services.
* Please stay at home if you are unwell. We love you and care about you, but not your germs!
* If you would like to clarify any of this information please call Steve, Sandie or Glenda.
Don’t forget there are many people doing it tough out there. Joan is collecting knitted beanies, scarves and gloves for the homeless. Please drop them off to the church for collection and distribution.
Remember that the Lord is calling us to get ready for the move forward. It is time to wake up and prepare for the time ahead. Are you weary? Are you sad? Remember what Isaiah the prophet says, “He gives power to the weak and strength to the powerless….But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles.”
I hope to see you all in the near future. In the meantime, may God bless and keep you in his loving care.
Pastor Glenda