​OCTOBER 2020
Well, it is finally here. This Sunday, October the 4th, we are entering back into the church building. This is an absolutely exciting time to be a part of this church.
What we would like to say is this: During this season, you all have been adaptive and flexible. You have been willing to change at a moment’s notice. We have seen the church be creative and imaginative in how we could meet – and you stuck with the process and learning curve with amazing attitudes.  But it is now time for God’s people to come back into the church building. When we return, we want all of us to return with GREAT ANTICIPATION on how God is going to work in us and through us.
We feel the church has grown spiritually during this time. We have been stretched and we have overcome.  Also, there are new people who have begun attending Prineville Naz since the beginning of COVID. So, be on the lookout. If there are people here you do not recognize, go to them, and give them a big hardy welcome and hello!!! One of the glaring realizations from being apart for so long is that WE NEED EACH OTHER. There has been real relational scarcity because of relational distance. We need relationships to grow.  We believe gathering as the church body and being observant of those around us will go miles to meet those relational needs.
Many of you are probably asking: “what is the expectation on coming back into the building?”. The list below will be mentioned here but will not be mentioned again. Our focus is on Jesus and gathering to worship him while loving our neighbor as ourselves – we can do this safely. The following is being provided for our safety and to put to ease (as much as we can) those who might be concerned. This is a work in progress – thank you for your patience! We will closely monitor this and change or amend as needed.
1. We are providing TWO Sunday morning worship services so that we can safely spread out. This will help the church not feel as crowded. The services are at 9am and the other is at 10:30am.
2. Masks are provided if you need one.  We are not going to be policing this, however. We know this has been a subject of great debate in our country. Our hope and prayer is that while we might see things differently on this issue – Jesus will be the unifying factor.  The MAJOR point here is that the church body needs to be together so being mindful of other’s concerns is a must. Our only requirement here is that you love your neighbor how you would want to be loved. This would make Jesus happy😊.  We want all to feel comfortable to gather and by following the law of love this can be a reality. So be cautious of others and how they feel about their personal space.
2. There are hand sanitizing stations to wash your hands as you come into the building.
3. High-touch points will be cleaned and sanitized between each service.
4. For the time being, the nursery will be open for use but not staffed.
5. Sunday school and children ministries will begin in the days ahead as we navigate the future. Keep posted and enjoy families being together at church.
We know that you might have questions and concerns. Please contact the church office @ 541-447-5710 or email @ prinevillenaz@gmail.com.