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ON COVID-19 RESPONSE
08/2020 - COVID Update
We continue to encourage members to take appropriate precautions…
A. If you are sick or have been tested for Covid-19 and do not have the results, PLEASE STAY HOME.
B. If you are more medically vulnerable or over the age of 65, we urge you to be cautious when coming to church. We would encourage you to wear a mask, gloves, or any other form of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) that you deem necessary for your safety at a worship service.
C. We ask that everyone who comes to church to please use your best judgment and decide for yourself if it is safe for you and/or your family to come to church. If you do not feel comfortable coming in person, we encourage you to watch on YouTube, the church website, or request a DVD or CD to be sent to you.
D. If you are diagnosed with Covid-19 and have been on the church property, we ask that you let the office know as soon as possible, so we can take appropriate steps.
We made the following changes since the last update in July (keep in mind these are subject to change, but this is the current plan).
8/02/2020 - Alto & the Governor’s Mask Mandate:
As I am sure you are aware Gov. Evers has made an Emergency Order requiring face masks. (Note that there are exceptions.) Shortly after this came out, the FDL County Sheriff notified the community that they will not enforce the order. He also stated “As with any virus, we encourage you to stay home if ill, cover your coughs and sneezes, distance yourself from others around you in public, wash your hands often, and wear a mask when you deem appropriate or when on the private property of others who are asking you wear a mask.”
The consistory has varying views on wearing masks. At this time we ask that you love one another.Whether you wear a mask or don’t wear a mask, show grace and kindness to those around you.
As your pastor, I want to encourage you to consider the Biblical principles which should guide your decision. One of the core issues is when civil disobedience is appropriate for a Christian. This may be the case with masks similar to John MacArthur’s response to not letting churches meet. Personally, I’ll be wearing a mask when not teaching. I found the Biblical principles in this article helpful.
Regardless of your view or practice regarding masks, you are encouraged to join us online or in-person to celebrate our Almighty, loving God who will see us through this. Let’s keep our focus on the mission and love each other through this debate.
In Christ,
Pastor Kevin
We continue to encourage members to take appropriate precautions…
A. If you are sick or have been tested for Covid-19 and do not have the results, PLEASE STAY HOME.
B. If you are more medically vulnerable or over the age of 65, we urge you to be cautious when coming to church. We would encourage you to wear a mask, gloves, or any other form of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) that you deem necessary for your safety at a worship service.
C. We ask that everyone who comes to church to please use your best judgment and decide for yourself if it is safe for you and/or your family to come to church. If you do not feel comfortable coming in person, we encourage you to watch on YouTube, the church website, or request a DVD or CD to be sent to you.
D. If you are diagnosed with Covid-19 and have been on the church property, we ask that you let the office know as soon as possible, so we can take appropriate steps.
We made the following changes since the last update in July (keep in mind these are subject to change, but this is the current plan).
- The seating in the north section of the sanctuary will be spaced every other pew, but the rest of the sanctuary will no longer be marked off.
- Sonshine Singers, Jr. Choir, Mixed Choir, & Men’s Chorus are on hold for September and will reassess in the coming weeks/months.
- The Hospitality Team will start serving beverages in October.
- Children’s messages will continue to be via video through September.
- The nursery will be staffed with volunteers beginning September 13th.
- Bible Class (starting 9/9), Sunday School (starting 9/13), and WOW (starting 9/20) will be meeting. Adrea will be in communication with families.
- Youth Groups will be meeting. Jessa will be in communication with families.
8/02/2020 - Alto & the Governor’s Mask Mandate:
As I am sure you are aware Gov. Evers has made an Emergency Order requiring face masks. (Note that there are exceptions.) Shortly after this came out, the FDL County Sheriff notified the community that they will not enforce the order. He also stated “As with any virus, we encourage you to stay home if ill, cover your coughs and sneezes, distance yourself from others around you in public, wash your hands often, and wear a mask when you deem appropriate or when on the private property of others who are asking you wear a mask.”
The consistory has varying views on wearing masks. At this time we ask that you love one another.Whether you wear a mask or don’t wear a mask, show grace and kindness to those around you.
As your pastor, I want to encourage you to consider the Biblical principles which should guide your decision. One of the core issues is when civil disobedience is appropriate for a Christian. This may be the case with masks similar to John MacArthur’s response to not letting churches meet. Personally, I’ll be wearing a mask when not teaching. I found the Biblical principles in this article helpful.
Regardless of your view or practice regarding masks, you are encouraged to join us online or in-person to celebrate our Almighty, loving God who will see us through this. Let’s keep our focus on the mission and love each other through this debate.
In Christ,
Pastor Kevin