The Central Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia has eased its coronavirus disease (COVID-19) protocols for the church’s worship service.

In a Facebook post on Saturday, Feb. 12, the Central Presbyterian Church announced that its COVID protocols are being relaxed once more at Central.

 With improved Covid-19 statistical data, particularly in regard to the highly transmissible Omicron variant, and vaccinations now available for all Americans ages 5 and older, according to the church.

The church said the Session of Central Presbyterian Church relaxed worship and other gathering protocols at its stated meeting on Feb. 7.

According to the post, the church opened for indoor events such as Sunday School courses, receptions, meetings, and rehearsals beginning this Sunday, Feb. 13.

The church said beginning Feb. 13 with a full choir and A Time With Children, other elements have gradually returned to the worship experience. Livestreams of Sunday worship services continued to be available.

Protocols in Succeeding Months

In March, pending supporting COVID data, plans are in the works to eliminate the use of pre-packaged communion materials and return to a safe form of traditional intinction.

Until further notice, masks were required for all events, including the church. The Session continued to analyze COVID data on a regular basis, in collaboration with the staff and the 201 Task Force, and make necessary changes to safety standards.

It is also advised to stay at home if they have a fever or are otherwise not feeling well, according to the church.

The church said it is very appreciated that they remained patient and cooperative during the pandemic.

Those who wish to see more information written on this article may visit the Central Presbyterian Church’s Facebook post.

Church’s History Class

The public is welcome to attend a church history session at Central Presbyterian Church.

The Central Presbyterian Church welcomed the public to join and learn more about the church's rich history in a Facebook post on Thursday, Feb. 17.

Martin Lehfeldt, Linda Lehfeldt, Mary Caroline Lindsay, and Lee Carroll are among the speakers who will speak about the church's history in Tull Hall at 9:45 a.m. According to the church's announcement, the service took place on Sunday, Feb. 20.

The lecture is part of the church's ongoing series, "Believing and Belonging at Central — A Look at the Denomination and Church," according to the church.

Participants who are interested should contact Robert Catterall.

For further information, they can go to the Central Presbyterian Church.

Join in the sanctuary for an hour-long traditional worship service at 11 a.m., according to the Central Presbyterian Church's website.

The choir, organ, and guest instrumentalists will perform a wide spectrum of music throughout this service, which is founded in the Reformed tradition, while visitors will hear the Word of God delivered in dramatic and interpretative biblical readings and inspiring sermons.

The glory of the Holy Spirit will also be displayed in the Sanctuary through liturgical arts, according to the church.

During traditional services, seating is socially divided. Reservations are essential for contact tracing purposes, according to the church's website.

Even if they are fully vaccinated, all worshipers must wear a mask inside the church campus, according to the church.

There is currently no daycare available, the church said.

 

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