Months ago we were outside, in school, at our jobs, being together. Now, we live in a world where handshakes, hugs, and holding hands are in desperate need. But to every dark story, there is light at the end of the tunnel. At the end of the tunnel there is graduation for the seniors, there are mall trips with family that we took for granted, there are family cookouts where your grandma is giving huge hugs to all her grandkids, not worrying that she might catch a virus she can’t fight off. But in time, everything will go back to normal. The future is bright as long as we as citizens do our part.

At this moment we all need social distancing from people other than those in our house hold. It is highly recommended not to congregate to keep other people safe. Only for essential services should you be out and about. If you are out in public, it is recommended that you do wear a mask. Any kind of fabric or bandana around your mouth and nose area will work. Make your own masks; be creative. It could be fun project for kids after they complete their school work. Make some for other people, you could save someone’s life just by doing your part.

We appreciate the efforts of each and every church choosing to have online/remote services. You are choosing to protect your congregations while still giving our community a means of worship. We have to flatten the curve to help reduce the number of people getting infected with this deadly virus. At this Easter time, I ask that you all count your blessings, and help each other out. It does not cost anything to be kind and to be grateful.