Being the church online

Due to the onset of the Covid-19, lots of churches and meetings are exploring alternative ways of being together (often digital). Here’s some resources:

Quaker Gatherings: best practices and creative explorations (Facebook group – I am an admin, ask to join and answer the questions)
Quaker Communications and Outreach (Facebook Group – I am also an admin)

I recently shepherded a conversation about our Meetings’ spiritual condition in this time of pandemic. It was recorded and is linked here.

As a part of that conversation, MaineBob OConnor explained Vassalboro’s Meeting’s process for a hybrid meeting for worship (zoom and in-person). That part of the conversation has been excerpted here.

“Hybrid” Meetings for Worship

This pandemic and the need for social distancing will most likely require us to remain distanced, at least significant parts of our communities, for a long time/”new normal”. Some Friends are already wondering about how we continue to incorporate the gifts technology has given to us in this time while also being in physical spaces.

Spiritual Reflections:

Walking in the Light of Screens

Reopening our Buildings … this might seem like a premature consideration right now. However, any safe opening will take much time thinking about new structures and procedures. Here’s some thoughts on reopening from other church folks.