We expect to return to in-person worship on September 13th! What are you looking forward to as we plan for the coming year? Do you have questions? by South Church https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward We've included a few details about the plan so far... there are still lots of questions! en-us 2021-05-28 21:20:40 UTC 2021-07-02 19:55:56 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4a1.png Not everyone is vaccinated yet... CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569757120 Many of our children as well as some of our adults are not able to get vaccines at this time. We anticipate requiring masks for indoor events for the foreseeable future in order to be as inclusive as possible.]]> 2021-05-28 21:41:52 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569757120 We're planning on 2 services this fall CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569766171 It would be wonderful to be all together, but with very unpredictable attendance, 2 services allows us to cut the risk of exposure for non-vaccinated folks in half! ]]> 2021-05-28 21:49:11 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569766171 September worship will be multigenerational CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569777414 Religious Education programming for children and youth will begin for most age groups in early October. During the month of September, families can sit together in the sanctuary, and we will have worship-friendly materials in outer-balcony for anyone who would like to explore.]]> 2021-05-28 21:57:34 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569777414 September 13th will be Water In-Gathering! CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569782856 Don't forget to gather some water from a special place this summer and bring a small vial to the service on the 13th. What a blessing it will be to return to that cherished ritual!!]]> 2021-05-28 22:01:58 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569782856 Can't wait to watch Halloween parade from the front steps! CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569786596 2021-05-28 22:05:05 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569786596 Will the nursery be open? CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569787601 2021-05-28 22:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1569787601 I'm looking forward to playing with other kids! CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571587153 2021-05-30 13:27:35 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571587153 I am looking forward to 'bring your pet to church' day, because I like to see all the pets. CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571588030 2021-05-30 13:28:38 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571588030 I'm looking forward to seeing people! CommunityQuestions https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571589084 2021-05-30 13:29:44 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571589084 Smiles https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571648076 It will be wonderful to look around and see the smiles of friends!]]> 2021-05-30 14:33:49 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571648076 Church opening https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571664178 I am looking forward to the opening and learning what the guidelines are. I really miss the children and everyone else.  Can't wait until we can hug each other again.   Love Kim

]]> 2021-05-30 14:51:36 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571664178 September https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571665115 I look forward to singing, holding up candles, taking care of each other and our community together.]]> 2021-05-30 14:52:42 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571665115 Two services please! Maybe one in the afternoon! https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571759194 2021-05-30 16:33:16 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1571759194 Safe hugs, smiling faces, hand holding during the benediction, and just being together! https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1576414886 2021-06-01 14:21:36 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1576414886 Being there! Sitting in the stiff-backed pew, tapping the person in the pew in front and saying hi, welcoming someone new to me, hearing coughs, a dropped pencil, a fire siren, the organ, the swell of a well-known hymn, maybe even a hug! https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1579650380 2021-06-02 14:27:28 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1579650380 https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1584130880 Entering that sanctuary with everyone will be incredible. Different, but incredible. I look forward to singing (will we be allowed to sing??), listening, and worshiping together again!! ]]> 2021-06-04 01:33:02 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1584130880 https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1603368200  Sitting in beloved South Church with everyone with the sun streaming in through those magnificent windows with Susan playing one of her beautiful pieces and we’re all together 💛]]> 2021-06-13 13:32:53 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1603368200 I'm absolutely thrilled that services will be in person! I'm happy to do whatever it takes to come together again! https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1610296095 2021-06-16 15:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/CommunityQuestions/Looking_forward/wish/1610296095