Pr. Elizondo told me he is no longer leading worship in Mission and is available for pulpit supply in other congregations.
He is the second leader to leave Mission in the last eight months. I do not know how this will affect conversations with First but I think the impact will be minimal. First may want to ask some questions to get clarity the next time the two councils meet together.
Both Bishop Eaton and Bishop Briner have suggested congregations not have remote or virtual Holy Communion services. I suggest First Lutheran abide by this advice and not have Holy Communion services
The poncho-like vestment worn at most worship services is to be worn by the presiding minister at Holy Communion. Since there was no sacrament, the vestment was not worn.
Church signs with message boards like the one at First Lutheran Church in Edinburg can create some interesting situations. Sometimes the sign does not communicate what is intended. Following 9/11 at