During the flu season we are taking extra precautions within the worship service. Hand sanitizer is available in the Narthex and various areas of the church. Some of us may be more reluctant to shake hands and risk the spread of germs. Please do not take offense. You may notice some minor changes in the way communion is presented in an attempt to reduce the risk of contamination by more hands. When we use intinction, be certain your fingers do not come in contact with the juice. If you do not feel confident that you are safe, please do not feel obligated to participate right now. Again, no offense should be taken.
Remember we don’t get any extra points from God for coming to church when we are ill. All of us get sniffles, coughs, and colds and they tend to last seven days. If we stayed home until all the symptoms were completely gone, we would miss out on more than needed. But if there is a hint of fever, one needs to remain home. It can indicate a more serious illness and potential threat to others. We pray for the health and well-being of all our church family and friends through this time.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mary Jane Rinard, Congregational Health Committee Chair.
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