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RE-CONNECTING WITH OUR COLONIAL COMMUNITY

May 27, 2020
Dear Church Family,

On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus outbreak to be a Global Pandemic. March 11 was a Wednesday. It proved to be the last day that the Colonial Hills Baptist Church family was able to gather for more than two months. We are excited about the opportunity to gather very soon.

In these unprecedented times, we have seen God’s work advance in unprecedented ways. We have had the opportunity to preach the Word around the world. While we remain grateful for the technology that has allowed our church to continue to assemble, we are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to reassemble physically on May 31, 2020.

Ecclesiastes 8:6-7 says,
Because to every purpose there is time and judgment, therefore the misery of man is great upon him.

Solomon recognizes that making the right decision at the right time presents a great burden to man. Surely, Solomon’s observation applies to our decision about when to reopen.  Our desire is to please God by gathering to worship Him while simultaneously guarding the health of those who gather. It is with this in mind that we offer the following plan as we begin to return to in-person worship.

Whether you choose to worship in-person, or continue to join us through Livestream, we anticipate your participation and pray that God will bless you as you lift your heart to worship Him.

In His Service,
Pastor Phelps

Note: With the safety and well-being of our congregation at the forefront of our thoughts, we ask those with pre-existing health conditions or vulnerable immune systems to join us electronically.

PHASE 1

Sunday, May 31, 2020

Welcome Home Colonial Open Air Service
10:45 AM
(Simultaneously Livestreamed)


This service is a celebration of the regathering of our church family. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, sunscreen, water bottles, hand-sanitizer and facemasks! All are welcome!

The Service
An outdoor platform will be set up on Colonial’s athletic fields. We will sing God’s praises, open God’s Word and bow together in prayer.
The service will be kid-friendly and time-sensitive.

Drive-up Available
The Mission House parking lot will be reserved for those who prefer to stay in their car as they participate in the service.
The service will be broadcast loudly for all to hear.

The Schedule for Sunday, May 31, 2020
9:00 AM – Children’s Sunday School with Pastor Andy will be on Livestream and Facebook
10:45 AM – Open Air Service
5:00 PM – Pastor Taylor’s Adult Bible Study
6:00 PM – Electronic Evening Service

PHASE 2

Sunday, June 7, 2020
Sundays, Beginning June 7, 2020


1. Children’s Sunday School with Pastor Andy – Facebook at 8:00 AM

2. Two identical, in-person, Sunday Morning services begin June 7, 2020 at 9:15 and 10:45 AM.

• Infants and children are welcome in the auditorium
• Entrance and exit will only be through front doors and Taylor Chapel doors
• Doors will open 15 minutes before the service
• Seating will be limited to every-other row                                                                                                        
• Balcony seating will be open
• 10:45 AM Service will be available on Livestream                         
• Facilities will be completely sanitized between services                                                                                                       

Live Church Events:
      - No Valet Services
      - No Choir
      - No Nurseries      
      - No Children’s Church
      - No Onsite Small Groups

3. Adult Bible Study with Pastor Taylor – Broadcast through Facebook and Livestream at 5:00 PM 
                     
4. Evening service – Broadcast through Facebook and Livestream at 6:00 PM

Midweek ZOOM Ministries
• Youth Edge and Single Focus – Tuesday at 7:00 PM
• Midweek Prayer and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 PM
• NextGen Children’s Ministry – Thursday at 7:00 PM

PHASE 3

 Wednesday, July 8, 2020

1. Children’s Sunday School with Pastor Andy – Broadcast through Facebook at 8:00 AM

2. Two identical, in-person, Sunday Morning services at 9:15 and 10:45 AM.

• Infants and children are welcome in the auditorium                                                                                                      
• Entrance and exit will only be through front doors and Taylor Chapel doors                                                                      
• Doors will open 15 minutes before the service                                                                                                                 
• Seating will be limited to every-other row                                                                                                                               
• Balcony seating will be open
• Children’s Church for 3 year-olds through 4th grade - dismissed from the service while practicing social distancing
• 10:45 AM Service will be available on Livestream
• Facilities will be completely sanitized between services

       Live Church Events:
          - No Valet Services
          - No Choir
          - No Nurseries      
          - No Onsite Small Groups

3. Adult Bible Study with Pastor Taylor – Broadcast through Facebook and Livestream at 5:00 PM

4. Electronic Evening service – Broadcast through Facebook and Livestream at 6:00 PM

Midweek Ministries – In-Person Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
• Adult Bible Study and Prayer
• Seating will be limited to every-other row
• No Nurseries
• Children’s Meetings for 3 year-olds through 6th grade - dismissed from the service while practicing social distancing
• Single Focus meeting outside weather permitting (backup in Gathering Place) while practicing social distancing
• Youth Edge meeting outside weather permitting (backup in International/Youth Center) while practicing social distancing

PHASE 4

(DATE: TBA)

SUNDAY
Small Groups and Sunday School 9:30 AM
Morning Service 10:45 AM
Evening Service 6:00 PM
Nurseries reopen
5 O’Clock Prayer Hour and Choir resume
Midweek Ministries – Wednesday at 7:00 PM

WHAT WILL SERVICES LOOK LIKE?

In Phase 1, 2, and 3 services will last about 45 minutes to an hour? We will sing, pray and preach God’s Word. We will practice social distancing by selecting seats that separate family units and individuals by at least 6 feet.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND OUR SERVICES?
While everyone is welcome, we strongly encourage those who are immune compromised, live with someone who is immune compromised, or if you are at an age which causes higher health risks to stay at home and be faithful to our services electronically.

WHAT ARE WE DOING TO KEEP OUR SERVICES SAFE?
• Our facilities will be thoroughly disinfected before services resume and between all services
• All songs will be projected
• No papers will be distributed
• All doors will be propped open
• Ushers and Greeter will wear face masks
• Services will be dismissed row by row and participants will be encouraged to exit the building quickly
• Offerings will be received by ushers stationed at the doors as the congregation is dismissed
• Conversations will be conducted outside the facility while practicing social distancing of at least 6 feet
• Participants will be asked to avoid indoor conversations and to be seated quickly
• Hand-sanitizer stations are available
• There will be no access to our educational facilities or nurseries during Stage 1
• Access to our educational facilities will be limited during Stage 2 and there will be no nursery access

WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP?
1. Bring your own face-mask, hand-sanitizer, and water
2. Practice social distancing by not offering a hand to shake, moving outdoors to converse with friends from a distance
3. Do not cross over people in the seats but seek an open row if at all possible
4. Do not attend services if you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have had direct contact with someone who likely has or is confirmed to have Covid-19
5. Read and follow all published procedures realizing that failure to cooperate may bring serious health risks to others

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