June 29 Update
Where should I worship on Sunday?
I asked the leadership to pray and discuss the topic of continuing on-campus worship at this time. This was a text group discussion and it was heavily debated among some. COVID is a divisive issue for homes, communities, and churches. I have read, heard, and listened to so many concerning the issue.
I find it interesting that the sermon topic this week is fear. Let me be clear that I believe COVID is REAL. I also know that fear can become paralyzing. What do we do? We must find a way to walk by faith, managing the fear we feel. Some call it faith, others courage. Maybe it is both. We will never face a day without some fear. What you do with that fear is your choice.
Recognizing your fear and being cautious is important during COVID. Church, like anywhere else, needs to be right for you in these times. For many of you, attending worship ONLINE is the RIGHT CHOICE to make. For others, being on-campus is right too. The Bible says we are to Sabbath weekly. We are encouraged to gather together and "not forsake the gathering together". God bless technology that allows us to gather online!
Whichever you choose - online or on-campus - please make the safe and healthy decision for you. I don't know how long we will deal with these issues, but I suspect longer than we would want. We are going to remain open for Sunday worship at the 8AM and 11AM times. I know that COVID is spiking in our county and community. As we have consistently said, if you need to stay home, then STAY HOME for your safety and health. (See the 5 Things below). There is no shame for watching online. However, we also recognize that on-campus is good for others and we want to provide that option.
- Masks are required to enter the building.
- Masks are required during all of worship.
- Social distancing is required and we will seat you.
We are disinfecting each week and between services. Whatever row you sit in was not sat in for days to allow the disinfectant to work well. Thank you to our custodians and staff that are working hard to ensure our safety.
Stay safe. Stay healthy. I love you all.
1. AT-RISK PEOPLE STAY HOME- if you are one who is at risk, sick, or feel fearful for any reason then please remain at home for now and worship with us online. If you, or a family member, have a fever (100+) please remain at home. If you, or a family member, have had a fever (100+) within 48 hours, please worship online.
2. MASKS REQUIRED- we REQUIRE you to wear a mask. With the recent spikes in Tarrant County and Crowley, we are taking a safe position. If this is too difficult, please worship online.
3. SOCIAL DISTANCING - You will be seated by a volunteer. Please do not change seats or slide down the pew. Others may need the spots on the opposite end. There will be no hugging, no handshaking, etc in order to promote social distancing during this time. If this is too difficult, please worship online.
4. LIMITED SEATING - we are allowing 84 to worship each time slot. The reservation system is required to get a seat. CLICK HERE TO RESERVE.
5. DISINFECTING - in between worship times, there will be a cleansing and disinfecting time. Also, pews used in the 8 am worship will not be used in the 11 am worship.
Tech Team Servants Needed
The first stage of reopening will be worship only on-campus and online. There will be no nursery and no children's church. Families will sit together.
Contact Us
Email: media@fbccrowley.org
Website: www.fbccrowley.org
Location: 400 S Eagle Dr Crowley, TX 76036
Phone: 817-297-4347
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Twitter: @FBCCrowley