COVID-19 INFORMATION

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Sunday worship resumes in both our churches on 28th March at which date government regulations permit holding public worship with congregations of up to 50 people.  We plan to have two services each Sunday morning.  The first service, starting at 10.00 am will be held in Netherlee Church.  The second service, starting at 11.30 am, will be held in Stamperland Church.   

For details of church services please look at our News and Intimations page. 

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In order to comply with Covid-19 guidance services will be rather different from what we have been used to. There will be a "New Normal". 

Some of the key differences are that there is a maximum of only 50 people allowed in the building at any time. Those attending will sit in accordance with Social Distancing rules (two metres) and all in the congregation will have to a wear face-covering. The service will be shorter than before and there will be no hymn singing. 

We know some people are very keen to return to Sunday worship. We know that others have concerns about being indoors with a significant number of other people and would be inclined to stay away. We fully appreciate these concerns and fully support your personal decisions. The service in Netherlee Church are live-streamed on the internet and also available on YouTube.  The services in Stamperland are available as audio recordings.  If you decide not to attend in person, you can still participate virtually. 

The following information may help you decide what is best for you.

• If you are unwell please do not attend church.

• If you are shielding, isolating or vulnerable, please consider the risks associated with attending church.

• The toilets will be closed. 

• The Scottish Government has specified 50 people as the maximum capacity for any church, so please do not be offended if the Duty Team have to tell you that the church is full.  You are welcome to turn up at the church in advance of a service and hope that there will be seating available.  Alternatively, to reserve a pew seat, you can phone the Church Office (0141 637 2503) on Tuesday between 10:00 am and noon or on Wednesday between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

• Entry to and Exit from the building is being managed so that there is a one-way system in operation. Please read the signs and follow the guidance of the Duty Team. Step-free access is available.

• A member of the Duty Team will ask for your name and telephone number – to be used only if required for Test and Protect purposes by Health Protection Scotland.

• You must wear a face covering - so please bring one with you. (We will have masks available should you forget to bring yours.) 

• We have hand sanitiser stations throughout the building - please sanitise your hands before you go into the sanctuary. 

• The offering will not be collected during the service, but places for you to leave offerings and donations as you enter and exit will be signposted.

• Any coats, umbrellas etc must be taken with you into the sanctuary.

• There will be no tea or coffee provided after the service (or chat sadly).

• At the end of the service you will be guided by the Minister and Duty Team on how to exit the building – please disperse promptly outside the building so there is no risk of crowding at the exits or on the pavements outside the building.

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CHURCH of SCOTLAND VIDEO RELATED TO COVID-19

The Church of Scotland has produced a short video "With God's help we will get though this together" 

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PASTORAL CARE

The impact of the Coronavirus makes undertaking some forms of pastoral care rather difficult, particularly face-to-face visits whether at home, care home or hospital.  Please, therefore, do be aware that fewer visits than normal will be possible.  

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Our minister, Rev Scott Blythe, is happy to be contacted by phone, text or e-mail. 

Many, if not most, pastoral care issues may have to be handled by phone and text.  

Scott's landline number is 0141 533 7147.    

His mobile phone number is 07504 692 046.

His e-mail is SBlythe@churchofscotland.org.uk   

 

You can also contact our Pastoral Care Assistant, Marie Wilson.  

Marie's mobile phone number is 07399 246 935.

Her e-mail address is Marie.Wilson@churchofscotland.org.uk