Now that we all have experienced several weeks of isolation without being able to go and participate in our normal church service, we probably became used to a new routine, celebrating what might be called a weekly home service.
We have learned what is essential; scripture readings, sermon, prayer, hymn singing, music; all provided by our able worship group’s virtual service. What is missing is the communion of the saints during the service, the coming together at the Lord’s table, and after the service at the coffee hour.
After weeks of quarantine we are all craving for a somewhat normal physical life and a routine we can return to. But remember, we are never alone. Let us stay in contact and encourage each other in an other-wise dark time. — Gunther Kunzelmann, Toronto