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Some churches were excited to resume normal services when the lockdown restrictions were lifted until there was a spike in virus cases.  Despite surviving the initial coronavirus wave, many churches have experienced an unexpected increase in infections among members and volunteers.

While these cases have left a number of families and individuals scarred, they have also helped other Christians realize the danger regarding the coronavirus.  As a result, this teaches churchgoers to protect themselves from this point forward.

 

Ministry websites have started emphasizing the importance of acting quickly to curtail the spread of the virus.  Some of the hardest hit churches claim they failed in their efforts to contain the virus since many of their members dismissed their symptoms as allergies.  Health officials encourage anyone that has spent 15 minutes or more within the vicinity of a person that has the virus to enter quarantine until they have been tested and know the results.

 

A few ministry websites have taken far too long to recognize that the virus is a serious threat and some pastors initially dismissed it as a minor illness.  However, the recent spike in coronavirus cases has also brought with it multiple deaths, teaching congregations that any symptoms can quickly morph into a life-threatening sickness.

 

Churches whose members that were forced to stop attending services have realized that social distancing measures actually work.  The best way to stop the virus from spreading is to enter into isolation the moment you notice any symptoms that indicate you may have it.  Many congregations have grown too comfortable and relaxed on policies that kept the pandemic at bay during the first few months of the year.

The spike in cases has reminded them to follow the social distancing measures that were put in place from the beginning.  If churches expect to have services and events soon, the emotional and physical toll of the pandemic should never be underestimated.  For most churches, this is an opportunity to grow and strengthen their faith as they overcome the challenges regarding the virus.