Shalom Mishpacha,

You may have heard President Trump’s declaration that all houses of worship are now considered essential and ordered the governors to allow them to open their doors immediately.  We have met as leadership to discuss how this will work.  Please know that we are prayerfully discussing and planning the steps necessary for us to be able to return to worship.  The governor has not yet given any guidelines or protocols for us to open our doors, but we are expecting him to discuss this soon.  We remain vigilant in our determination to follow the protocols of medical officials in how to resume services and maintain everyone’s safety at such time when we gather together once again.  Please watch for updates on our website and via e-mail.  There are no set dates for reopening, but we anticipate that it will not be much longer.

Please also be aware that once we do reopen, there will be changes based on safety guidelines and everyone will be expected to follow these guidelines.  Those wishing to be present for services will be expected to comply with the guidelines that will be sent out.

We are aware that there are diverse opinions on the virus and how it has been handled by both medical personnel as well as government officials.  Everyone has a right to their opinion, but we ask that you keep those opinions to yourself when we return to worship at temple.  When we gather for Shabbat, it is for the purpose of resting in Adonai and praising His Name.  We come together in community for study, prayer, and worship of the L-rd G-d of Israel.  It is neither the time nor the place for disputes and contention, and we respectfully ask that you adhere to a spirit of love and compassion that is embodied in the Shema.

We are very excited to see all of you again!  Please continue to watch for updates.  We love you and continue to pray for you.  May you be greatly blessed this week.

Lev HaShem Leadership