September 23, 2021
The Crown of Glory COVID-19 Task Force continues to meet on a regular basis to review and track the number of cases of COVID-19 in our immediate community and Carver County. We offer sincere thanks to the entire Crown of Glory community for its cooperation and patience as we have navigated the complications caused by the COVID-19 Delta variant. As seen from the Carver County COVID-19 data reports the number of positive cases in Carver County continues to rise at a steady rate.
As the Task Force has tracked this data we continue to discern how Crown of Glory can best respond while remaining a space that welcomes all people, no matter their age, race, gender, or whether they are vaccinated. We continue to maintain a position of caring deeply for our neighbor and all who come to Crown of Glory.
At this time, there are no new recommendations from the Task Force. We respectfully acknowledge that food and fellowship are central to many of our gatherings, but at the same time recognize that doing so poses a risk of exposure when practiced in a community setting indoors. Therefore, at this time, the Task Force reinforces the following protocols to be maintained for Crown of Glory .
- No consumption of food or drinks inside the church building.
- The water fountains will be turned off in the hallway.
- Food and drinks are welcome outdoors. Members and guests can enjoy food and drinks on the church patio.
- Wednesday Night Dinners will be paused until further notice.
- Crown of Glory staff are allowed to eat and drink alone in their private office space.
- Holy Communion will continue to be served for all worship services.
As shared in previous communications, please rest assured that we will continue to discuss and research COVID-19 data for Carver County as we move into the fall. The Task Force will meet every two weeks and update the congregation following those meetings with any changes at that time.
Finally, we continue to recommend the following for staff, members and guests.
- Health Self Screening: If you are not feeling well or have any COVID-19 related symptoms, or have come in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, please stay home and do not attend any in-person worship services or church related functions. Crown of Glory offers a livestream worship service on our YouTube channel at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings.
We are deeply grateful for your continued support and cooperation as we take on a mindful state that focusses on the care of our neighbors, while continuing to meet in person for worship and community gatherings.
In Christ,
The COVID-19 Task Force
Pastor Reggie Klindworth
Pastor Laura Laughlin
Sherri Eriksrud
Jeni Stifter
Grant Taylor
Debbie Trebiatowski
