The Central Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Georgia, had an in-person Taize service on Tuesday evening.

In a Facebook post, the Central Presbyterian Church said that health safety protocols were implemented, including social distancing and wearing face masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

The church added the service was held in the sanctuary for the attendees of the service. Meanwhile, the garage was also left open for parking.

The Central Presbyterian emphasized that attendees followed the cloistered walk around to the courtyard and entered through the Tull Hall door for safety purposes.

The staff members of the church also assisted the attendees with the service, it added.

The Presbyterian church underscored that all participants were expected to follow the church's standard protocols on wearing face masks while in the building premises.

Meanwhile, those who cannot attend in-person service can worship virtually through the church's social media channels and website.

Those who wish to see more information written in this article may visit the Central Presbyterian Church's Facebook page.

Refreshments Delivered in Neighborhood

The Central Presbyterian Church has also asked for volunteers to deliver refreshments in the neighborhood every Sunday.

In a Facebook post on Thursday, Sept. 23, the church announced that the Central's Courtyard Ministry is seeking volunteers to join every Sunday in the Atlanta neighborhood.

According to the church's Facebook post, the local mission and faithful Central members will provide refreshments with the neighborhood downtown every Sunday.

The Central Presbyterian advised those volunteers that they are scheduled to arrive at 8:30 a.m. to set up or drop off food and refreshments along with the neighborhood and must be done by 9:45 p.m.

Meanwhile, the church highlighted that the current Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended COVID-19 safety protocols will be observed during the event.

Those interested volunteers may visit the church's Facebook page. Volunteers can also contact Kathy Harben or Kristeen Sorrels.

Welcoming, Serving Community

The Central Presbyterian Church, located in historic downtown Atlanta, stated a welcoming and serving community.

The church leaders and members reflect a varied cross-section of Atlanta's community, according to its website.

It added that the church thrives in outreach, serving, and spreading God's love to individuals of all ethnic, gender, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds.

While Sunday mornings are a particular time for us to worship together, the church's reach goes well beyond its walls, as the congregation participates in several outreach programs ranging from homelessness missions to arts and cultural events, according to the church's website.

Rev. John M. Semmes has also been named as the interim pastor at Central, the church said.

According to the church, Semmes, a lifelong Presbyterian, has served as an interim pastor and head of staff at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church in Raleigh and Shallowford Presbyterian Church in Atlanta.

The church stated that Semmes formerly served as pastor and head of staff at First Presbyterian Church in Oxford, Mississippi (2004-2018) and as assistant pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Lexington, Kentucky (2001-2004).

Those who wish to see more information written in this article may visit the Central Presbyterian Church's website.

 

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