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Easter Sunday

lovesrecess — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:13:21 GMT

Do you know yet if your church will be having Easter Sunday services? Easter is April 12 and from what I have heard on the news, it seems all of the restrictions here on social distancing and gathering in large groups will still be in force then. We did not have services last week but have heard nothing yet about Easter. Easter Sunday has always been a very special holiday for our family. Big family dinner, Easter baskets for the little ones, etc. I can't imagine not getting dressed up and attending church.

Re: Easter Sunday

Carmie — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:21:09 GMT

Since Easter Sunday Is about a month away, I think it is too soon to know for sure what things will be like by then.

We will have wait and see.

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happycat — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:22:13 GMT

I don't know, our church has cancelled services for the next 2 weeks, then they will re evaluate the situation. I can't imagine not being able to go to church on Easter Sunday either, but I'm gonna do whatever we are told to do at that time. We may all be sheltering in place by then, honestly.

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golding76 — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:29:01 GMT

lovesrecess,

I fully understand your sentiments and the innocent, hopeful side of me yearns for life as it has always been and a normal Easter (Passover).

Somehow, with all the threat to life and unknown factors connected to this threat, I strongly suspect Easter will not be celebrated this year in a traditional manner. It would be nice to be wrong on this.

No doubt, the clergy are hopeful and are praying for a quick end to this mysterious terror that we are dealing with, but there is not much time.

It would be an Easter (and Passover) miracle if the threat quickly subsides and we can return to a nomal life, the way it was before this pestilence arrived.

When I get down about this, I try to remember those who lived through wars or other devastating diseases with mass casualties, and holidays came and went without the usual festivities. We must all try to be strong and resilient.

No matter what, I am certain services will be conducted, even if congregants are not allowed to be present. For those with places of worship with live streaming, they might participate in the service online.

It's a whole new world - and I don't like it one bit!

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shoekitty — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:47:12 GMT

I think more churches will broadcast over internet. I can't imagine parents wanting to expose their children to virus. Most parent bring kids. That nursery and church pre-K. Is a festering cave of germs... that I can attest to. Whatever the edict it will work out. I am sure of it

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GCR18 — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:14:57 GMT

I doubt there will be Easter services. I read churches here are having mass online.

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VegasBusinessWoman — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:57:19 GMT

The Bishop cancelled Masses in the Diocese of Las Vegas 2 weeks ago, but left open the chance for Easter services. Now the Governor has closed all non-essential services for 30 days, so that tells me there will be no Mass on Easter Sunday.

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beach-mom — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:03:06 GMT

We will be doing Easter week services online. We will have a Resurrection Service in the sanctuary together in June (we hope!)

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Shorty2U — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 05:23:29 GMT

Well we dont know yet, but I (and many doctors) think this is going to get as bad as Italy here. and I pray every night we are WRONG!

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Oznell — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 07:58:56 GMT

Although online services are not what we would want, I rejoice that we at least have that way (among others) of observing this all-important holiday. Am hoping that as many other congregations as possible can do this.

If your own congregation can't accomodate live streaming, there will be numerous ones online that can be accessed. Again, not ideal, but welcome.

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PamfromCT — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 08:16:35 GMT

We all have to stay strong. I recognize Easter is the most important celebration in my Christian Faith. The Resurrection.

It will likely be a very quiet day, spent without church services and celebrating with family and friends. Perhaps we can observe at home in a way that it is significant to us. And we can contact family and friends to take the place of being with them. The lesson of Easter, to me, is all about Hope. A promise fulfilled. I personally need the message of Hope more than ever. I will be praying for the mercy of the risen Christ.

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BirkiLady — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 11:01:09 GMT

The larger churches in our community have agreed to remain closed for everyone's safety. They are all live-streaming their services for as long as it takes to keep their staffs and congregations healthy. It's the only option in this unpredictable scare.

Very small (10 people or less) weddings, baptisms, funerals, and personal meetings are still being arranged in the Chapel of our church or the minister's offices.

Sometimes, small is better; certainly less stressful.

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Spurt — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:53:19 GMT

@PamfromCT wrote:
We all have to stay strong. I recognize Easter is the most important celebration in my Christian Faith. The Resurrection.
It will likely be a very quiet day, spent without church services and celebrating with family and friends. Perhaps we can observe at home in a way that it is significant to us. And we can contact family and friends to take the place of being with them. The lesson of Easter, to me, is all about Hope. A promise fulfilled. I personally need the message of Hope more than ever. I will be praying for the mercy of the risen Christ.

@PamfromCT

👍 👍 👍 BEAUTIFULLY SAID!!!

Re: Easter Sunday

Spurt — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 12:57:50 GMT

Our services are online for the next few weeks and until further notice.... I am grateful at least we can worship online....... Easter looks to be different this year, but perhaps we all needed to take a step back and reflect on the true meaning of the day!! ✝️

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lovesrecess — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:20:36 GMT

Our church has been live-streaming so at least they will be doing that I am sure. We will celebrate Easter or Passover no matter the method required. Thankful for technology; it allows people to stay connected during times like this...even the schools are still going to be offering instruction via online classrooms.

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lovesrecess — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:31:34 GMT

I have heard them say the huge numbers of deaths in Italy is due to the large % of very elderly there...in their 80’s and 90’s..the second largest in the world. I sincerely pray for everyone in harms way of this awful virus...and that means all of us. Seems to me that God has had enough of our our world has been going and is bringing us to our knees. I am not trying to start an ugly argument or debate, just my POV.

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Cakers3 — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:31:38 GMT

I will miss Good Friday-stations of the cross. I still have my little booklet when I was a child and still use it. I was GS's sponsor for his Confirmation and we would do this together.

Re: Easter Sunday

lovesrecess — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 15:34:12 GMT

I am sure there may be some services on tv that those without the options of streaming will be able to watch.