Coronavirus Response Update March 16, 2020

CBC’s Update on the Coronavirus

March 16, 2020

Amidst concerns surrounding the coronavirus (Covid-19), we want to let you know how CBC is responding. Our leadership team, the church’s Advisory Council consisting of the ministerial staff and other church leaders met yesterday and is making the following recommendation. Out of an abundance of caution and in respect to our neighbors, especially our most vulnerable community members, we will be suspending all activities and services this week, through at least Sunday, March 22^nd.

Our plan it to send out email and social media updates on Mondays and Fridays or more often as information evolves. We are committed to doing everything we can to provide a safe environment for our church family and the surrounding community.

What does this mean for now?

·         We will not have a physical gathering for worship this Sunday, March 22^nd. Worship will be online only at our website, carrollwoodbaptist.org.

·         We will not have a midweek (Wed. 18^th) meal or activities/Bible studies.

·         Aside from the Learning Center, all of CBC’s buildings will not be open on weekdays.

·         The Church Office is open for normal operating hours.

Going forward

·         Even if we are unable to gather at certain times, stay closely connected to the church family.

·         Smaller groups may meet provided they fall under certain guidelines. The CDC has stated that “Events of any size should only be continued if they can be carried out with adherence to guidelines for protecting vulnerable populations, hand hygiene, and social distancing.” See cdc.gov for more information.

·         Your staff, deacons and CARE teams will be reaching out to our elderly and most vulnerable members. If you have needs or if you know of someone who does need assistance, please do not hesitate to call or reach out to us.

·         Pray for mercy for the sick, strength and health for our healthcare and first responder workers, insight for medical researchers, wisdom for our officials, and for your church staff and         fellow believers.

·         Look for opportunities to love and care for others, whether they are sick, isolated,

or marginalized. 

·         Continue to faithfully give financially either through online giving at carrollwoodbaptist.org or by mail so that the ministry of the church thrives all the more during these difficult days.

·         Trust in the Lord as the good and sovereign God that He is. “When I am afraid, I put my trust in You” Psalm 56:3. “I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears” Psalm 34:4.