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Remote All Saints Celebration

10/23/2020

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All Saints day is celebrated on November 1, and is the day that the church remembers all those believers who have died and gone to be with the Lord, particularly in the last year. The following day has historically been recognized as “All Souls Day” when those who were not baptized professing Christians are remembered, honored, prayed for. At Central we are combining these two into one day. Unfortunately, since we will not all be together in the sanctuary that Sunday, we are inviting you to come during the week to share in this prayer practice. We have prayer stations set up in the Chapel and the Sanctuary. These are generally available 10-11:30am and 1:30-5pm Monday through Friday. We ask that you call or email to schedule your visit. You will be asked if you would let us video your candle lighting and prayer so that we may share these in worship on All Saints Day, 11/1. The following are some guidelines for you to consider:

In preparation:
  • Please plan to observe all covid health protocols - mask, hand sanitizer, physical distancing, etc.
  • Consider bringing a photo and/or other mementos of your loved one.
  • Consider if there is a scripture, poem, or other reading you might wish to share.
  • Contact the church office to schedule your visit
    email: Central.Christian.Dallas@gmail.com  or   phone: 214-526-7291

When you arrive:
  • Someone will plan to meet you at the main front entrance to the Hall of Missions
  • You will be invited to either the Sanctuary or Chapel prayer station. You may express your preference.
  • You will be asked if you want company during your prayer time or if you prefer to be left alone.
  • You will be asked if we may video your prayer and candle lighting to be shared during worship on 11/1.

What you will find at the prayer stations:
  • A table laid with candles and a cross
  • Small prayer cards for you to read.
  • Blank cards for you to write prayers so others may pray with you.
  • A tripod that can hold a phone or tablet for video recording your prayer.

ALTERNATIVES- instead of visiting in person...
  • You may set up your own prayer station at home, proceed through this process, and send us the video to share.
  • You may send us your prayer request and we will light a candle for you.
Some prayers and scriptures for “All Saints Day”

Merciful God, we give you thanks for our beloved departed, (_______), trusting that you have welcomed her/him into your eternal peace and rest. We thank you for memories sweet, and for the soothing of those that are difficult. We light a candle as an act of prayer, it’s flame reminding us of your love that lights our path, and its heat reminding us of your power which transforms suffering and death. May the stories and memories we hold guide us deeper into fellowship with you, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.

Almighty God, you have knit together your elect in one communion and fellowship
in the mystical body of your Son Christ our Lord: Give us grace so to follow your
blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living, that we may come to those ineffable
joys that you have prepared for those who truly love you; through Jesus Christ
our Lord, who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory
everlasting. Amen.
(Book of Common Prayer, p. 245)

O God, the Maker and Redeemer of all believers: Grant to the faithful departed the unsearchable benefits of the passion of your Son; that on the day of his appearing they may be manifested as your children; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, One God, now and for ever. Amen. (Holy Women, Holy Men, p. 665)

After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. And they cried out in a loud voice:
“Salvation belongs to our God, who sits on the throne, and to the Lamb.”  
  (Revelation 7:9-10)


JESUS, seeing the multitudes, went up into a mountain; and when he was set, his disciples came unto him. And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peace-makers: for they shall be called the children of God. Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad; for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.      (Matthew 5.1-12)


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Returning to In Person Worship...

10/5/2020

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Central Christian Church 
Return to Campus Survey

Resuming in person worship
​in October, 2020


Return to Worship Survey: 
        
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Several long time members and other very new members and visitors have inquired about when we will be resuming in person worship. The Elders agreed several weeks ago to begin polling the congregation on which folks are ready to return and which will not be.
It appears that we can consider resuming in person worship with certain strict protocols in place with minimal calculated risk. We’ve done our research, mostly through conversations with trusted ministry leaders and by reading reputable sites linked below. We encourage you to also do your own. All of this depends on the changing situation in our community. After reading the rest of this, please click the link to fill out our “Return to Campus” survey to share your thoughts, or call the church office. The decision will rest with the Board, following consultation with the Elders.


               Return to Worship Survey: 
             
Please click here.


Suggested Protocols include
  • Limit attendance to 50%
  • Clear temp and symptom check when arriving on campus.
  • Physically distance by at least 6’. 10’ is better.
  • Masks worn by all in attendance except when they are actively leading by speaking or singing at a microphone. No exceptions.
  • No singing by attendees.
  • Enhanced ventilation with open windows and doors and fans blowing air out.
  • Limit shared objects - no passing of trays or use of hymnals or pew bibles
  • Limit time in the room. Ask people not to arrive early, and to not linger after service except widely spaced, preferably outside. (consider acquiring some outdoor propane patio heaters for for when cooler weather comes)

               Return to Worship Survey: 
             
Please click here.


Research
  • Report for Faith Based Communities - CDC.gov 
  • Singing in groups is not safe - story from NPR
    Another report, same result - from Crosswalk.com
  • Physical Distancing - CDC.gov
  • Enhanced Ventilation and Fresh Air Circulation - CDC.gov
  • Resuming Care-filled Worship - MinistryMatters.org
  • Singing still not considered safe - CongregationalSong.org
  • TheHymnSociety.org

               Return to Worship Survey: 
             
Please click here.



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