Fr. Richard Rohr recently suggested in one of his daily devotions that Noah could be considered the world's first environmentalist. Noah protected animals from approaching danger and made sure life continued on the planet.
By the way, I have also heard Noah called the first alcoholic on earth since he became drunken after the flood.
Have you heard Noah called anything else?
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