Updated May 29 Gov. J.B. Pritzker said gatherings of 10 people or fewer are still recommended for churches. But as the state moves into phase 3 of the reopening plan, congregations have recommended guidelines to follow, rather than restrictions. Speaking one day after multiple media outlets reported looser guidelines for Illinois churches, Pritzker encouraged faith […]
Cleaning supplies ready for churches preparing to reopen
Illinois | Illinois Baptist Disaster Relief will provide disinfectant cleaning solution to churches and other facilities preparing to reopen as the state loosens COVID-19 restrictions. Churches, church school, day cares, senior living facilities, nursing homes, and families can pick up the cleaning product at one of 16 locations across the state. The bleach solution will […]
Churches preparing for reopening juggle conflicting guidelines
Since President Donald Trump’s declaration that churches across the country should reopen, Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker has not loosened limits on church gatherings in the state. In his May 26 press conference, though, Pritzker did appear to welcome churches to submit their plans for reopening safely. “I think it’s vitally important,” Pritzker said of allowing […]
CDC issues guidance for reopening churches
Trump challenges state limits on worship gatherings Calling churches “essential,” President Donald Trump urged them to resume in-person gatherings as early as Memorial Day weekend. The President’s statement amplified differences in how local, state, and national leaders are trying to curb the spread of Coronavirus, while also getting back to some form of normal life. […]
Cloth masks and ice cream: Alton church forges community connections
Alton | Volunteers at Calvary Baptist Church started making cloth masks after a church member requested some for her co-workers at a local hospital. After the first batch, other people started asking about them, said Dave Zimmerman, as demand rose and masks became hard to find. Part of Illinois’ reopening plan requires people to wear […]
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