When COVID-19 was initially announced no one knew how to respond, and everyone wondered how long it would last. Over the last two years and two months, I've written 35 posts focused on ministry during a pandemic. This post provides a comprehensive listing of these vital resources. In-Person Worship Attendance: Continued Challenges (April 2022) All Saints & All Souls in a Pandemic (November 2021)Pandemic Worship: 10 Sacred Spaces (October 2021)Mask Up (August 2021)Latest Church Trends: Read More …
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Online Communion? (#1234)
As online worship grows in popularity, churches are increasingly tasked with struggling with significant theological issues relating to this new way of being present (virtual presence) in worship. One obvious area in need of consideration is communion. More specifically, can Holy Communion / Eucharist / Lord's Supper be a part of an online worship experience? While independent congregations are free to decide the matter for themselves, most congregations who are affiliated with a Read More …