Returning to church doesn't mean returning to "normal." There is no such thing as over-communicating your timing, plans and procedures with your congregation. Be clear, concise, creative and caring. Give your congregation weeks of lead up time to prepare for return, even if some of the details of your plan are still being fine-tuned.
Resource ideas from these instructional videos for procedures churches will use in their services as they step back into onsite gatherings. Some are US churches that opened ahead of Canadian churches and all convey care and love for congregations.
Home Church, Red Deer covers all the bases in providing a quality experience that adheres to guidelines, is fun and engaging for families
Best instruction from a child’s perspective at St Georges Anglican Church, Thames New Zealand
Grove Church, Arizona – returning June 20/21 Worth 1:52 of your time to view.
Brett Esslinger shares plans for Drive-in services in June at Engage and West Edmonton Christian Assembly, Edmonton
Churches Under 200
Journey Church of Brandenburg – returned Wednesday 27th @6pm "Prayer and Worship Service" No kids ministry offered 2. Sunday May 31st @9:15am: 50+ & couples without kids @10:45am: Family Service with kids
Calvary Chapel, Utah returned May 31st
Rising Sun Church – Pastor bench presses 300 lbs
9 people plus a priest/service and four services on a Sunday – returned May 24th
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