I was recently asked what the call committee is doing. To my knowledge, no call committee has been authorized. Usually such action requires a congregational meeting to initiate.
The congregation is now trying to determine its next steps. A call committee for a new pastor may not be chosen for a while. Watch for later announcements.
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