As a church family we are seeking to be wise, faithful and compassionate in light of information available to us around the Coronavirus and the speed at which it is changing.

This virus has now been declared a pandemic and whilst we do not want to panic, we recognise how serious this is, especially to our elderly and those with underlying health conditions. We also want to do all we can to limit the spread of the virus to protect our medical professionals and delay the impact on limited health care resources. We will be following governmental guidelines and these will impact how we normally operate as church so please follow our social media platforms for updates.

Our Faith

God is not the Author of confusion or fear, but of faith. Therefore, while we need to exercise common sense and good hygiene, please do not allow the enemy to trap you into fear and panic. Remember please that God has given us a spirit of love and peace, not fear and anxiety. God is on His throne, He is in control. We are still called to be salt and light to those around us!

Measures Being Taken:

Again, we endorse good and wise practices at the moment. In light of all that’s going on, here are some changes and precautions that we will be taking. This is in no way an exhaustive list and we will monitor it on a daily basis, making the appropriate changes:

• On Sundays, all doors will be held open for you by our welcome team right through to the main church. At organisational level throughout the week we encourage leaders to adopt similar practices.

• Handshakes and hugs are not the most prudent thing at present, and given that we are very relational, we ask you to be wise and not take offence if refused.

• Tea and coffee will still be available, served by our gloved team. Also, please be mindful of the distance between you and others.

• Offering plates will not be passed along the rows, but an alternative way of giving will be arranged. Also, you can give via Direct Debit. Our treasurer Stephen Cahoon would be happy to arrange this for you.

• Whilst these guidelines apply to our Sunday gatherings, each of our organisations will be adopting similar protocols as appropriate.

• We have reviewed and increased our cleaning regime around the building

• We encourage all people coming on site to wash their hands before and during their time with us.

• Be mindful of elderly and vulnerable neighbours and ensure they have enough food, essential items etc. A coordinated approach might be helpful in some neighborhoods.