Return to Public Church Q & A

On Friday, May 1 Tim and Sara hosted a Facebook Live question and answer period to respond to questions submitted. You can find the list of questions and approximate time stamps below.

You can also find the original Facebook post here.

Approximate Time Stamps, Notes, and Questions Covered

[00:00:00] Welcome and greeting one another

[00:02:45] Defining the purpose/boundaries of this video

[00:04:39] How do we best love one another in a way that shows a witness to the rest of the world?

[00:06:17] You are loved.

[00:07:07] Timeframe of Phase 1-3: The Virus Doesn’t Know a Calendar

[00:11:30] What will stage one, stage two, stage three, what is going to look like, and what is expected of us come May 24

[00:14:23] How long will Phase 1 -3 last? What does the calendar look like?

[00:18:19] Story of one Freshman in High School – Expectation Setting

[00:19:42] What about VBS, summer activities, and outside groups using the church building?

[00:21:05] Are there recommendations somewhere for proper cleaning?

Here are two documents from the CDC:

CDC Guidelines for Community and Faith-Based Organizations

Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes

[00:22:50] Explain what 10 people in the building means? Per space or total?

[00:24:17] Are the phases set by each individual church or do we follow the guidelines given by government officials?

[00:25:24] What is, what’s the age for, what is the age at which we’re talking about folks being at risk? What about at-risk groups?

[00:29:50] What is the significance of May 24?

[00:33:19] Why can we not use bulletins? What’s the thinking on that? And if we just put the bulletins out for people to pick up on their own, could we do it that way?

[00:36:26] Are there additional guidelines that can be offered? Can we continue to celebrate communion if you already have the authority to do so?

NOTE: As we concluded the live stream it occurred to us that during phases 1 and 2, face masks will be worn. It is impossible to partake of the elements with a facemask on. When you take a face mask off, you should wash your hands. As you can see, the logistics of celebrating Holy Communion in person are challenging, if not impossible.

[00:44:16] What about hallways and aisles?

[00:45:45] What about the length of service?

[00:48:30] Why no responsive readings?

[00:50:35] Why wear masks?

[00:52:30] Wrap-up and reminders

[00:54:24] Closing Prayer