+ Should I wear a mask?
Yes, you need to wear a mask. We’ve been mandated by Durham Region's health department to require anyone who gathers for worship on Sunday (or anyone who comes to building for any reason) to wear a mask. We’re deeply committed to respecting the welfare and health of one another and loving our neighbour is central to our faith.
+ Are the washrooms open?
Yes, our washrooms are open.
+ Is there childcare?
Yes, October 11th is our re-launch of our children's ministry in keeping with strict COVID-19 protocols to protect everyone's health and well-being.
+ What does physical distancing look like?
All household groups or individuals will be spaced out following the 2 metre physical distancing rules as outlined by public health officials. An usher will guide you to a seat which upholds the physical distancing requirements.
+ Is the cafe open?
Yes, our cafe is open.
+ How long are the worship gatherings?
The worship gatherings are 45-55 minutes in length.
+ How will we celebrate communion?
The second Sunday of the month will remain our Communion Sunday. Upon entering the Lobby, you'll be given a water bottle and a cracker in a sealed bag. You'll be able to take this with you into the auditorium.
+ Will we pass the offering bag?
No, we have installed giving Drop Boxes in the lobby and back of the auditorium for you to make your contribution. The debit machine in the lobby is wiped down after every use by one of our sanitizing team members.
+ Is there congregational singing?
Worship is so much more than singing, but it includes it. Our worship team will lead us in a thoughtful set of songs to help us worship God together VIA a pre-recorded worship set Mask wearing enables us to express soft congregational singing while still protecting a healthy environment for everyone. This situation is being evaluated week by week, as we continue to observe health regulations in the Durham Region. Our worship gathering in person is a hybrid of pre-recorded and live ministry.
+ How does the seating protocol work?
Families who live in the same residence will be permitted to sit side by side or within the two metre recommended safe distance. Those who are unrelated to one another or do not live in the same residence will need to allow four empty seats between other non-related people. Every other row will be roped off to promote safe distancing.
+ Will greeters or hosts offer to shake my hand and will there be a meet and greet moment during the worship gathering?
All of our hosts are trained not to offer you a physical greeting and the meet and greet moment in our gathering is no longer a part of our worship gathering for purposes of personal safety.
+ Are the online and in-person worship gatherings identical?
For the most part—yes. The online gathering will include the same songs, though there may be a different worship leader from time to time. The teaching pastor will be the same and giving the same talk. The online gathering will be pre-recorded, though live-stream is being considered for the longer term. We are committed to remain online indefinitely.