COVID-19 Updates
It’s fair to say our world has changed dramatically and in some cases, permanently, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to closely track the pandemic situation throughout Madison County along with government healthcare information and guidance provided by the ELCA Southeastern Synod. After much prayerful deliberation and extensive discussions, the Church Council voted and agreed to the following:
The church staff is working on alternative worship plans going forward. In addition, parameters for small groups meeting in person at St. Mark’s are being considered by the Church Council. Further details will be communicated soon.
Please take care of yourselves and know that your Church Council continues to serve diligently in support of St. Mark’s mission, our congregation, and the surrounding communities. Thank you for your steadfast patience and flexibility during these challenging times.
It’s fair to say our world has changed dramatically and in some cases, permanently, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. We continue to closely track the pandemic situation throughout Madison County along with government healthcare information and guidance provided by the ELCA Southeastern Synod. After much prayerful deliberation and extensive discussions, the Church Council voted and agreed to the following:
- In light of Bishop Strickland’s advice, we will continue providing worship accompanying others through approved life passages such as: baptisms, memorial services, confirmation, and weddings with all current health and safety protocols maintained. These indoor gatherings are not to exceed 25 people.
- We will continue to offer weekly online worship and seek to create new and adaptive worship experiences, making every effort to create safe, accessible, and engaging worship experiences for all.
- For program clarity and planning, we will have these parameters in place through the 2020 calendar year.
- In order to move forward with planning for the 2021 calendar year, the council will establish a task force to formulate re-opening guidelines for regular in-person worship.
The church staff is working on alternative worship plans going forward. In addition, parameters for small groups meeting in person at St. Mark’s are being considered by the Church Council. Further details will be communicated soon.
Please take care of yourselves and know that your Church Council continues to serve diligently in support of St. Mark’s mission, our congregation, and the surrounding communities. Thank you for your steadfast patience and flexibility during these challenging times.