Email from the pastor

debodun

debodun

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Received a message from the pastor that Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday service will be held. The one big difference is that they will be open air and attendees must bring their own chairs. Most of the parishioners are in their 70s and 80s and to expose them to possible infection or even cold, damp weather (upstate NY)- I just wonder if this is a wise choice.
 

You could try social distancing in a parking lot.

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debodun said:
Received a message from the pastor that Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday service will be held. The one big difference is that they will be open air and attendees must bring their own chairs. Most of the parishioners are in their 70s and 80s and to expose them to possible infection or even cold, damp weather (upstate NY)- I just wonder if this is a wise choice.
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what on earth is he thinking?... I really hope no-one risks catching this virus by attending.., wonder why he can't just stream on the internet..?

I like @Aunt Bea funny suggestion (for those who have no internet) he could stream it on a big screen and allow everyone to remain in their cars :LOL: however it's a VERY BAD idea to bring people together in a crowd for the service..
 
Is there a shelter in place order in your city @debodun ? If so, email your Pastor back and tell him you plan on contacting the city to see if he has permission to violate the order.

It's just crazy to want parishioners of that age group to gather together as a group and in the cold.
 
As I have said before, my Episcopal Church has been doing pod casts for several months for those of us who cannot attend in person. I have been subscribing to them as they are free and cover all activities at the church.
 
debodun said:
Received a message from the pastor that Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday service will be held. The one big difference is that they will be open air and attendees must bring their own chairs. Most of the parishioners are in their 70s and 80s and to expose them to possible infection or even cold, damp weather (upstate NY)- I just wonder if this is a wise choice.
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Are you sure this does not violate the stay at home order where you are? I think it would probably violate it here. Whether it does or not, I think it is a very unwise choice. Why can't people just obey the order?
 
Butterfly said:
Are you sure this does not violate the stay at home order where you are? I think it would probably violate it here. Whether it does or not, I think it is a very unwise choice. Why can't people just obey the order?
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I guess they believe that their 'god' will protect idiots - sorry, really pisses me off. Contact your state health department, please.
 
And thats your concern, and your choice... And would agree with not going... But others still have the freedom to make there own choice.
There are tons of CDC requirements in place in regards to allowed gatherings....
Being outside, bringing your own chairs... Im sure they wont be passing a plate or wine and crackers.... reducing risks
Some studies have shown that Nebulized (sneeze) its can remain 3 hours under perfect conditions... but generally just falls to the ground.
 
Here's the pastor's email message (edited to delete personal info):

I invite you to worship this Sunday. The service will be outside in the court yard at 11 am. There will be benches and you may bring your own chair. We encourage people to respect proper spacing. The bathrooms will be available. We will have special music and worship. Please come and bring friends. There is plenty of space to be safe. I will be contacting you soon. Please feel free to email me and tell me if you plan to attend. God Bless. Pastor ___________.
 
debodun said:
Received a message from the pastor that Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday service will be held. The one big difference is that they will be open air and attendees must bring their own chairs. Most of the parishioners are in their 70s and 80s and to expose them to possible infection or even cold, damp weather (upstate NY)- I just wonder if this is a wise choice.
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Of course it isn't, but people are dumb. We just don't know enough about this virus to take chances. I just read an article from some "experts" who say the 6 foot rule is laughable, it should be way more. And that being outside isn't safe either. Who do you believe.
 
debodun said:
Here's the pastor's email message (edited to delete personal info):

I invite you to worship this Sunday. The service will be outside in the court yard at 11 am. There will be benches and you may bring your own chair. We encourage people to respect proper spacing. The bathrooms will be available. We will have special music and worship. Please come and bring friends. There is plenty of space to be safe. I will be contacting you soon. Please feel free to email me and tell me if you plan to attend. God Bless. Pastor ___________.
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I'd start looking for a different church.
 
Protestant Church's have a board of Elders (different name for
different dominations) They pay pastor, decide how offering is
distributed: Pastors Salary, Charity, Bld fund.....

Some churches have an employee which is not the pastor, who
allocates monies. I think this wise; however, I would rather several lay people involved.

Keep the money as far away from pastor as possible.
 
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gennie said:
So bathrooms available. Perfect place to spread the virus unless it is cleaned and aired after each use. The virus apparently lives for hours
----------------------------------------------------------------------good point
When seeking restroom in a hurry, always went to burger joints,
that is history now
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