In Virginia and across the United States, individuals, communities, schools, businesses, churches and countless others have been taking steps to mitigate the impact of the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Working from home; cancelling or postponing events and gatherings; and temporarily closing schools and businesses are among the steps being taken to enact social distancing practices in an effort to lessen the spread of the virus.
Given this rapidly evolving situation and to safeguard our parishioners, clergy, staff and our communities, Bishop Susan Haynes announced on March 12 that she is cancelling all in-person church activities, including services in the Diocese of Southern Virginia for the next two weeks. The Diocese will continue to monitor information and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, and community health professionals, and by March 26, it will share further guidance about future church activities.
During this time, Manakin’s church office plans to maintain its regular hours, and Gini+ will be available for church and pastoral needs.
Read Bishop Hayne’s full message, which includes links to worship at home resources, at www.diosova.org/congregation_res/article467662.htm.
We encourage you to monitor Manakin’s Facebook page for updates, messages and additional resources.