The Reopening

Going Forward FAQ

Building Procedures

+ How many people will be allowed in the church at one time?

Red, level 3: 25% capacity, which is 150 people in the Sanctuary and 60 people in the Upper Room
Orange, level 2: 50% capacity, which is 300 people in the Sanctuary and 120 people in the Upper Room

+ What are the safety protocols?

Masks are required
Social Distancing
Sanitizing stations are available at both entrances
Each meeting space will be sanitized after use

+ Who will be enforcing these protocols?

Every individual is responsible for following the safety protocols. If someone is found without a mask, a greeter or deacon will ask the person to put one on. If that individual is unwilling to abide by this policy, the deacon or greeter will ask them to return home and engage online.

+ Will I have to wear a mask in the church?

Yes, masks are required at all times.

+ Where do we enter/park?

Parking will be in the north side of the building facing the hospital and only the main lobby entrance used. The south entrance will be locked.

Worship Services

+ Will there be temperature screening?

No, we will not be doing temperature screening.

+ Will registration be required to attend worship?

Yes, we will have online registration for both Sanctuary (traditional/contemporary blend) and Ascent (contemporary) services. More information via the link above.

+ Will there be social distancing in the pews and how will seating work?

Sanctuary: Yes, we will be social distancing in the pews. We will have seating every other pew in the Sanctuary and will rope off pews that are not available. The occupied pews will have a maximum of 6 people in each pew.
Upper Room: Yes, the upper room features flex-single chair seating, and will provide for ample social distance, with the ability to modify as needed.

+ Will they take up an offering?

No, we will not be taking up an offering. We will provide dropbox locations including envelopes and sanitized pens. Giving can also be done online, or dropped off at the office during normal weekly hours.

+ Will we be allowed to congregate in the foyer before or after church?

We ask that people do not congregate or stay to socialize while we are in red or in orange. We invite you to do so outside.

+ Will we be able to sing?

No, not while we are in level red.

+ Will I have to wear a mask in the church the whole time? Or can I take my mask off after I am seated?

Masks are required at all times.

+ What’s the difference between the services?

The sanctuary service will be a traditional worship whereas ascent will feature more contemporary styles. Tune in next week where we’ll break down the culture of both service styles.

+ Do I have to have a vaccine before returning to church?

No, a vaccine is not required for attending church.

Sabbath School

+ Will there be children’s services, and if so how will that look?

Yes, we will provide a group service for children on Saturday during the month of April. Normal Children’s Sabbath Schools will begin at the beginning of May.

+ Will there be Sabbath School (Saturday group bible study)?

Adults At the time of opening, we will have limited Adult bible studies. Some will be in person, others will continue online. More information to come after our March 9 Board Meeting.
Young Adults: At the time of opening, a Bible Study will be offered in the Upper Room after Worship. If the need arises for an additional Upper Room worship service, due to limited space, Young Adult Bible study may at that time be reevaluated to meet that need.
Youth: More information on this to come.
Children: Normal Children’s Sabbath Schools will begin at the beginning of May. However, we will provide a group service for children during the month of April.

+ Will children be required to be masked?

Masks are required at all times for everyone entering the building above the age of five.