I notified Bishop Briner of the desire of Edinburg and Mission to consider cooperative ministry. She told me Pr. Judith Spindt has some good resources. I plan to follow up after synod assembly.
This process will take a while but I will keep you informed.
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