by Brenda Capen | Apr 3, 2020 | Coronavirus
Click here to download a pdf copy of this message I remember when I was growing up in Statesboro, Ga., there was a colloquial saying commonly used by kids being bullied. We would say, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” A defense...
by Brenda Capen | Mar 26, 2020 | Coronavirus
March 26, 2020 — This worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has forced both secular and faith communities to change the way we go about our work as we focus on the safety and well-being of individuals inside and outside of our communities. On March 23, 2020, Governor...
by Brenda Capen | Mar 18, 2020 | Coronavirus
Local churches have options to have their congregations give to the church’s offering online. The conference Treasurer’s Office presents a special option available to churches through VANCO. Local Church Online Giving VANCO has a special offer forchurches , waiving...
by Brenda Capen | Mar 16, 2020 | News
From Bishop Lewis: March 15, 2020 As we remain nimble in the face of COVID-19 with precautions implemented starting last week against its spread, I want to thank our clergy and local church staff across the Commonwealth who found creative and loving ways...
by Brenda Capen | Mar 16, 2020 | Coronavirus
Click here to download a pdf copy of the following message. March 13, 2020 — Bishop Lewis directs that all preschools be closed for the next two weeks. We will re-evaluate whether it is prudent to begin in-person worship for March 29, 2020 and whether it is...