Even though we have had several opportunities to worship in person outside, I know many of you have been longing for a chance to worship God together in person and in our worship center and I'm excited to announce that time has finally arrived!  Our worship services will now be held indoors and in our church worship center beginning this Sunday, October 4 at 9:30am.  Below are some things you need to know as we come back together.

• Gatherings will be limited to 50 people.
• We are asking everyone to reserve your spot by replying to this email, calling the church or texting Doug or Roger with your name and how many people in your family will be attending.
• Properly worn masks will be required at all times inside the building.
• Social distancing protocols will be followed.  Seating in the sanctuary will be arranged to allow at least 6 ft. of physical distance between parties that are not in the same family.
• Restrooms will be available with limited occupancy.
• Hand sanitizer will be available and attendees will be encouraged to use it frequently
• No food or drinks will be served.

As much as we desire to see all of you in-person, please stay home if you have any of the following:

• A fever of 100.4 or greater
• A new cough that you cannot attribute to another health condition
• New respiratory issues that you cannot attribute to another health condition
• Have been in contact with any suspected or confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the last 14 days

We will continue to provide our livestream service at 9:30am each Sunday for those that would prefer to worship in that way.
 
Don't forget to RSVP if you are wanting to be a part of our indoor gathering this Sunday, October 4th at 9:30am.
 
For God's glory!
 
Pastor Doug

  Hi Parkside Family.

Well...I must admit I never imagined that I would be inviting you to our "online only" Palm Sunday service.  What an unprecedented time we find ourselves living in.  I trust that you and your family are staying safe and healthy during this time.  As always, please don't hesitate to contact either myself or Roger, should you need anything.

As I mentioned, this Sunday begins our journey together as we take a peek into the final week of Jesus' life on earth.  As Jesus prepares to enter Jerusalem, his triumphal entry is a culmination of a long road that began, not in Jericho.  It didn't begin in Galilee.  It didn't begin in Nazareth.  It didn't even begin in Bethlehem. The final week in the life of Jesus here on earth began long before.  As Adam strolled the orchards of the garden, Jesus was on his way to Calvary.  Jesus took his first step toward Jerusalem with God in his heart.  

Today, I feel a little bit like Jesus must have felt as he rode through the East Gate, knowing what painful encounters were on the horizon.  As health experts continue to predict that things will continue to get worse before they get better, what lesson can we learn from how Jesus handled his final week.  As Jesus rode into the heart of the lion's den, he did so claiming the promises of his Heavenly Father.  Let me share a few of these with you.

1. When you are confused:  "I know the plans I have for you", says the Lord.  "I have good plans for you."
2. If you feel weighted by yesterday's  failures:  "So now, those who are in Christ Jesus are not judged guilty."
3. On those nights when you wonder where God is:  "I am the Holy One, and I am among you."
4. If you think you can fall beyond God's love:  "Understand the greatness of God's love--how wide and how long and how high and how deep that love is."

Tomorrow, when you find yourself marching toward your own Jerusalem, filled with worry, fear and anxiety, put the promises of God on your lips.  

Remember to join us on Sunday morning at 10:00am for Parkside Fellowship Online.  We will be focusing our time on the story of the Triumphal Entry of Jesus from Luke 19:28-42.  

The easiest way to view the sermon each Sunday is to go to our website, parksidefellowship.org.  On our home, about halfway down the page is a link to either youtube or facebook. Simply click on one of the links and you will be automatically directed to the sermon.

Hope to "see" you tomorrow.

Pastor Doug