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Dear Church,
Once again, we regret that we have three additional members who tested positive for Covid-19. As a result, we are canceling our Sunday in-person service for January 23 and Bible studies to err on the side of caution. Additionally, we prefer you call or email the office if you need anything.
We plan to reopen for in-person worship on January 30, but we need everyone to be diligent about wearing masks and socially distancing. If you are feeling symptoms, please stay home and away from others. Although most symptoms are often mild for those who have been vaccinated, new variants can still be detrimental for those unvaccinated or with medical conditions that would be compromised. Many of our members fall into these categories.
This Sunday, one of our lectionary readings comes from
1 Corinthians 12:26:
"If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it."
This verse is a reminder of our United Methodist General Rules:
"Do no harm. Do good. Stay in love with God." - John Wesley.
Let us pray. "Lord, we ask for healing mercies for those suffering; together, we feel their pain. Together we will rejoice in their healing. Help us do no harm to one another, strive to do good in all our actions, and remain steadfast in our love with You. Lord, hear our prayers for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Amen."
On a personal note: I was in direct contact with all four people even though I wore a mask, was socially distanced, and was vaccinated; I continue to have a cough, sore throat, headache, body aches, and chills. As many of you know, testing has been complex, so staying/working from home is all we can do.
We will send the link to our January 23 service later this week.
Visit the CDC website for more information if you think you may have been exposed. Stay healthy, and God bless you all.
Blessing In Christ,
Pastor Kim
pastorkimdubreuil@gmail.com
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