To our Second Presbyterian family,
A COVID-19 Task Force has been formed to explore and coordinate reopening our church to in-person worship. We do not plan to restart in-person worship services in the sanctuary in the immediate future. We do, however, want to begin the process of evaluating the best possible time for that to occur. We are currently following guidelines set in place by Charleston Atlantic Presbytery (CAP), Presbyterian Church U.S.A. (PCUSA) and Insurance Board (IB). We are also monitoring local and state regulations on gatherings and the spread of the virus through data made available by South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).
Each of these groups have recommended reopening in stages while monitoring and balancing the risks inherent to gathering in groups with the healthcare measures available in our community. The timing of the stages is determined by the virus, so we must prayerfully and rationally evaluate risks present in our community as they evolve and respond appropriately.
We understand that these are stressful and fearful times and we wish to come together in Jesus’ Spirit, to care for one another, especially those in our flock who are most vulnerable. It is our charge as Christians to love and care for one another and for our community.
We have prepared a survey to help identify risk and to explore how we can best move forward with reopening our church. We encourage and appreciate all participation.
In the meantime, we will continue online church and outreach throughout the week. Please contact us for any questions and concerns. Please let us know how we can best serve you. With God’s help, we will work through this together.
- COVID-19 Task Force
Katie Mai, Chair, Dr. Sallie Schuh, Julia Harlow, Gary Jaffe, Felicia Sanders and Dan Tenpas