Different areas of the country are experiencing varied impact levels related to the coronavirus pandemic. While many houses of worship are returning to in-person worship, others are continuing to only offer online services. But is it time to safely return to in-person worship? Find links to resources that may help your congregation decide when it’s right to re-open your church doors.
HOW & WHEN TO RETURN TO WORSHIP SAFELY
NEW! Resources by Dr. Lisa Allgood
(professional immunocytochemist and executive presbyter for the Presbytery of Cincinnati)
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VIDEO: Presentation on COVID-19 virus, vaccinations, variations and what we need to consider in conversations about gathering in person
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Our ‘Bubble’
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Covid Resources
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Church Opening and Closing Guidelines during COVID-19 pandemic
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Where Two or More Are Vaccinated: Advice for Churches in 2021
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Facts on the coronavirus (May 2021)
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COVID-19, One Year Later. Here’s What We’ve Learned.
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Understanding mRNA and other vaccines
More Coronavirus Information
SKILLS, TIPS AND GOVERNANCE FOR GATHERING VIRTUALLY
ONLINE WORSHIP/EDUCATION 101: RESOURCES FOR CONGREGATION AND FAMILY
GOVERNANCE FOR ONLINE COMMUNION
ONLINE GIVING RESOURCES
AVAILABLE ONLINE WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
RESOURCES FOR STAYING HEALTHY
Additional Resources:
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5 Critical Mistakes Church Leaders Should Avoid in the Post-Covid World
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Resources for Christian leaders during the coronavirus pandemic (Faith & Leadership)
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Vaccines, Variants and Other Various Items (by Lisa Allgood for New Castle Presbytery)
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Clergy part of Phase 1B for vaccine distribution (PA Department of Health)
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Ordinations and Installations in a Digital Service
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On Baptism and Ordination in a Time of Pandemic
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COVID-19 resources for churches and individuals (PCUSA)
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Board of Pensions offers dues relief and deferments to churches and employers
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Board of Pensions: Announcement and Resources
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PA Council of Churches: Resources for congregations
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Samaritan Counseling, Guidance, Consulting Resources
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Ten guidelines for pastoral care during the coronavirus outbreak
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Stewardship do’s and don’ts during the pandemic
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Find a theology of leadership during crisis here.
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Communications Specialist John Fong has created an in-depth guide to “Keeping Churches Open for Business.” Download it by clicking here.