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Lake Edge United Church of ChristWe are proud to be part of ALLIANCE@4200, in covenant with Christ the Solid Rock Baptist Church
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NEW LINK FOR WORSHIP AS OF 4/10/21
SUNDAY WORSHIP on Zoom with Lake Edge: 9 am chat, 9:30 worship
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81158716165 Meeting ID: 811 5871 6165
Joining by phone? (312) 626-6799, Meeting ID: 811 5871 6165
A letter from Pastor Lex about reopening
“…with rising hopes and emerging plans, we begin to set our sights on a time of transitioning (back into church). Perhaps… as vaccinations become widespread and readily available, we will return to our sanctuaries for worship! It is tempting to look at the current data and want to leap too quickly. I urge a little more patience.” This is the advice given us by our Wisconsin Conference Minister, Rev. Franz Rigert. But we have been physically distanced as a body of belief for over a year.
As the last hints of winter give way to daffodils and tulips, it is very hard to stay patient. I assure you both Amy and I understand. Since Franz’s comments, all Wisconsinites 16 years and older have been cleared to receive vaccinations. Many more of our members, ages 16-60, have received at least one shot. The latest delay on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will slow things down.
Some seniors have asked me why they can’t come into the sanctuary for worship, while we continue to stream services to others. Franz’s urging patience is one reason we haven’t opened up the church just yet. Another equally important reason comes from the lack of technical resources. We need both volunteer and staff expertise to properly offer an in-church worship, while simultaneously streaming for those more comfortable at home.
Our partners at Christ the Solid Rock are able to begin their experiment in the sanctuary in large part to their established volunteer Worship Ministry. The Rock has the equipment, and, more importantly, the volunteer personnel to operate it. There is no pressure on Pastor Everett to have to set up, operate, or sort the technical issues each Sunday. Lake Edge has no such ministry at this time.
As your Pastor, I am working closely with Pastor Everett to follow the Rock’s progress and explore what works and what does not. With great hope, I ask you to continue your patience for just a little longer. The Alliance is planning a joint outdoor worship on May 30. As things continue to unfold, I am hopeful we can see in-person worship of our own before then.
May we rise from our time of exile to a greater sense of God with us,
Pastor Lex
SUNDAY WORSHIP on Zoom with Lake Edge: 9 am chat, 9:30 worship
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81158716165 Meeting ID: 811 5871 6165
Joining by phone? (312) 626-6799, Meeting ID: 811 5871 6165
A letter from Pastor Lex about reopening
“…with rising hopes and emerging plans, we begin to set our sights on a time of transitioning (back into church). Perhaps… as vaccinations become widespread and readily available, we will return to our sanctuaries for worship! It is tempting to look at the current data and want to leap too quickly. I urge a little more patience.” This is the advice given us by our Wisconsin Conference Minister, Rev. Franz Rigert. But we have been physically distanced as a body of belief for over a year.
As the last hints of winter give way to daffodils and tulips, it is very hard to stay patient. I assure you both Amy and I understand. Since Franz’s comments, all Wisconsinites 16 years and older have been cleared to receive vaccinations. Many more of our members, ages 16-60, have received at least one shot. The latest delay on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine will slow things down.
Some seniors have asked me why they can’t come into the sanctuary for worship, while we continue to stream services to others. Franz’s urging patience is one reason we haven’t opened up the church just yet. Another equally important reason comes from the lack of technical resources. We need both volunteer and staff expertise to properly offer an in-church worship, while simultaneously streaming for those more comfortable at home.
Our partners at Christ the Solid Rock are able to begin their experiment in the sanctuary in large part to their established volunteer Worship Ministry. The Rock has the equipment, and, more importantly, the volunteer personnel to operate it. There is no pressure on Pastor Everett to have to set up, operate, or sort the technical issues each Sunday. Lake Edge has no such ministry at this time.
As your Pastor, I am working closely with Pastor Everett to follow the Rock’s progress and explore what works and what does not. With great hope, I ask you to continue your patience for just a little longer. The Alliance is planning a joint outdoor worship on May 30. As things continue to unfold, I am hopeful we can see in-person worship of our own before then.
May we rise from our time of exile to a greater sense of God with us,
Pastor Lex