May 27, 2020
State College Access Church Family,
Access Church, like the rest of our community and nation, has been through a challenging period resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout this time, Access Church has continued to meet, the Lord has given us time to draw closer to Him and has given us His blessings and protection. We continue to praise Him and remain steadfast in our full commitment to be followers of the Spirit and Word.
Our church is a body of believers and not a building. We use facilities to support the opportunity to fellowship and we are thankful for the Lord’s continual provisions. While the Middle School building remains closed, we continue to have full use of the Bethel Church facility.
Centre County is entering the “green phase” effective Friday, May 29, 2020. This does not mean returning to life before COVID-19; there continue to be restrictions on social gatherings. You may be wondering what this means for Access Church? First, we recognize the continued risks associated with COVID-19 and will be honoring the precautions recommended by federal and state health experts. Second, we will expand our use of the Bethel facility to the extent possible, recognizing the inherent size and space limitations.
Sunday Services (starting May 31, 2020)
Life Groups (starting May 29, 2020)
Preparing the building
- On your way in/out of the building, there will be a container where you may place your
tithe/offering. We will not pass the offering bags during service.
The COVID-19 pandemic is lessening in scope, but by all health organizations statistics, this public health crisis is not over. Access Church is implementing all applicable CDC guidelines; your cooperation to maintain a healthy environment is requested. We continue to urge caution and expect that some will choose to continue attending by way of live stream. In fact, if you are immune-compromised, have health conditions that put you at risk, or are not feeling well, we encourage you to stay home and join us online.
Please continue to pray for those who have been impacted physically, financially, or emotionally by COVID-19 and for our government officials, medical practitioners, and scientists who are also navigating these uncharted waters. If you are not feeling well or are being tested for COVID-19, please notify Pastor Zac or any member of the Leadership Team.
These troubling times have and continue to be a financial hardship to many. Please be reminded of the Access Embrace initiative. Because of your continuing generosity, we have been able to assist multiple families with groceries. If you have a need we want to help you; complete the brief form at scaccesschurch.com/embrace. If you are able to help others, please consider giving to the Access Embrace fund at give.scaccesschurch.com.
Blessings,
Pastor Zac and the Leadership Team
State College Access Church Family,
Access Church, like the rest of our community and nation, has been through a challenging period resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout this time, Access Church has continued to meet, the Lord has given us time to draw closer to Him and has given us His blessings and protection. We continue to praise Him and remain steadfast in our full commitment to be followers of the Spirit and Word.
Our church is a body of believers and not a building. We use facilities to support the opportunity to fellowship and we are thankful for the Lord’s continual provisions. While the Middle School building remains closed, we continue to have full use of the Bethel Church facility.
Centre County is entering the “green phase” effective Friday, May 29, 2020. This does not mean returning to life before COVID-19; there continue to be restrictions on social gatherings. You may be wondering what this means for Access Church? First, we recognize the continued risks associated with COVID-19 and will be honoring the precautions recommended by federal and state health experts. Second, we will expand our use of the Bethel facility to the extent possible, recognizing the inherent size and space limitations.
Sunday Services (starting May 31, 2020)
- Live streaming of Sunday Services at 10:00am will continue on the church Facebook page, facebook.com/scaccesschurch/live. Streaming will continue to include the main service followed by the children’s message.
- Socially distanced seating will be available in the sanctuary and the lobby area in the back of the sanctuary. Families will be seated together.
- Ushers will direct you to available seating.
- Social distancing guidelines will continue to be followed throughout the building.
- Wearing facemasks will not be required but continues to be suggested where social distancing is not possible. This will be especially true while entering and exiting the building. Remember the adage, “My facemask protects you; your facemask protects me.”
- Indoor and outdoor (weather permitting) overflow areas will be available to watch the service on a big-screen or TV.
- A parents’ room will be available during service with sanitized toys and a live video feed.
Life Groups (starting May 29, 2020)
- Social distancing is required.
- Group size is unrestricted.
- Wearing facemasks will not be required but continues to be suggested where social distancing is not possible. This will be especially true while entering and exiting the building.
Preparing the building
- The Bethel facility will be cleaned according to CDC published guidelines before and after each service and life group.
- Hand sanitizer and facemasks are located at each entrance and throughout the building.
- Seating areas will be prepared to comply with social distancing guidelines.
- A “touchless” protocol will be followed and emphasized. For example:
- On your way in/out of the building, there will be a container where you may place your
tithe/offering. We will not pass the offering bags during service.
The COVID-19 pandemic is lessening in scope, but by all health organizations statistics, this public health crisis is not over. Access Church is implementing all applicable CDC guidelines; your cooperation to maintain a healthy environment is requested. We continue to urge caution and expect that some will choose to continue attending by way of live stream. In fact, if you are immune-compromised, have health conditions that put you at risk, or are not feeling well, we encourage you to stay home and join us online.
Please continue to pray for those who have been impacted physically, financially, or emotionally by COVID-19 and for our government officials, medical practitioners, and scientists who are also navigating these uncharted waters. If you are not feeling well or are being tested for COVID-19, please notify Pastor Zac or any member of the Leadership Team.
These troubling times have and continue to be a financial hardship to many. Please be reminded of the Access Embrace initiative. Because of your continuing generosity, we have been able to assist multiple families with groceries. If you have a need we want to help you; complete the brief form at scaccesschurch.com/embrace. If you are able to help others, please consider giving to the Access Embrace fund at give.scaccesschurch.com.
Blessings,
Pastor Zac and the Leadership Team
