It’s a confusing time we live in now–especially if you are a leader in the church. Generally, leading is very real work. Specifically, leading during a time of pandemic is simply exhausting. Why? Because in the decision-making process, pertinent inputs need to be considered for every decision that is made. When there is a plethora of resources available, the front-end researching to decision making can be intimidating and exhausting. Exacerbating the critical nature of the decisions is the extra care your flock is needing, as well as ALL the opportunities opened to share the gospel in a new way.
In this chaotic environment, it is essential first to be able first to methodically determine what are pertinent inputs and what are not. There are a growing number of inputs that are necessary to consider if you are attempting to reopen regular gatherings of any kind.
The folks at Portable Church have a list of items for how to “Reopen a Church Meeting in a Portable Setting.” They created a robust check list for those churches that are meeting in rented facilities (schools, theaters, YMCA’s, etc). As you work through your list, be intentional to lead with the spirit, to bless all and not be aggressive to assert “your rights.” What you decide to do and how you do it will communicate who you are and what you are all about.
