California to revise indoor church guidelines after ruling
San Francisco, USAP California Governor Gavin Newsom’s office said Saturday it will issue revised guidelines for indoor church services after the Supreme Court lifted the state’s ban on indoor worship during the coronavirus pandemic, but left in place restrictions on singing and chanting. In the most significant legal victory against California’s COVID-19 health orders, the […]
When churches reopen, don’t sing or shake hands, do make sermons short, says new US guide
RNS An ecumenical group of clergy, scientists and other experts has released a guide to help congregations consider best practices for reopening for worship. Among their suggestions:Refrain from congregational singing. Clap or stomp instead.Preachers, shorten your sermon.Congregants, mouth your response during Communion instead of speaking.Pass the peace to other worshippers with a gentle nod or […]