Pr. Judith Spindt seems to have motivated the council to get to work when she visited a couple weeks ago. I have been impressed by the amount of activity I see as the congregation tries to call another pastor.
If youn would like to help, please check with a member of the council.
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