Grace and peace to you.
 
We join together in grieving those across our state and nation who have died from COVID-19.  We particularly mourn those members of the Western Pennsylvania Annual Conference who have died from the virus.  Please continue to pray for those who are infected and are experiencing symptoms.
 
It is my hope that by now you have read the latest Executive Order issued by Governor Tom Wolf, which will be effective December 12, 2020 through January 4, 2021.  If you have not read it, please do so now. You can use this link. It is also attached.
 
While the order limits indoor gatherings to 10 people and outdoor events to 50, it does not apply to worship services. It does, however, apply to all other church activities.  And, I will remind you that it is your moral responsibility to do all that you can do to keep persons safe who attend worship on United Methodist owned, rented, or temporarily borrowed property.
 
As usual, if you have specific questions, please contact your District Superintendent.
 
Peace and blessings,
Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi