[This page was updated on May 21, July 20, August 24, 2020, and again on March 25, 2021, as new details became available.] Pretty much everything is “on hold” right now, but I’m pretty sure “We’ll be right back” is not what we’re going to hear. The next step(s) of dealing with the division within the United...
Read MoreCoronavirus Safety Procedures (Revised)
Revised effective 1/2/21. Your comments are invited. Older persons in vulnerable age groups, especially those with certain health conditions, should not attend. Please do not attend if you are ill, ESPECIALLY with symptoms like fever, cough, sneezing, etc. Each person will have their temperature checked upon entering the building. Persons whose...
Read MoreDraft Re-Opening Plan eff. 6/22/20
We have added some small revisions as of 6/22, in red. 5/31 Ad Board Meeting Following were discussed during our May 31, 2020, Ad Board meeting via conference call: Safe distancing (outdoor/parking lot worship when weather permits) Masks required (we expect to have some masks on hand if needed) No group singing (not decided – we’re talking...
Read MorePlanning for Re-Opening
Pastor Roger’s thoughts and resources on re-opening our sanctuary as we recover from the Coronavirus shutdown. Note that religious institutions have not been ordered to close during the pandemic; Governor Wolf has consistently classified us as Essential. That has never changed. However, it has seemed prudent to temporarily stop gathering together in...
Read MoreDraft Re-Opening Plan After COVID-19
This replaces the original draft version from the EPA Conference. The original had several broken links. Comments from Pastor Roger: This is presented for information and guidance only. Some recommendations here may not fit our circumstances. Many of the links and references at the end appear to be very negative in approach. I would have preferred more...
Read MoreLetter from Pastor Roger
Dear Mt. Zion Family, The COVID-19 epidemic has forced so many changes, as more and more people are infected and even dying. We are saddened. At times like these, we can turn to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and release our cares and our worries to him in prayer. We should do that ALL the time, not just in times of trouble. As Jesus said in Matthew...
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