Cyclotic many believers in California are in the same boat. We have appealed to our elders, sent great videos and essays and articles. Prayed. Pleaded. It is so discouraging to be so harshly denied.
I have asked so many questions. In writing. “Is there no provision for those of us who are convicted that we are commanded to be in the physical worship of God?” “Can we meet at a member’s farm?” Can we divide into groups of ten and meet at members’ homes?” Can we meet in different rooms of the church utilizing the PA system so we can at least meet?” “Are we going to do this every flu season now?” “How are we to baptize anyone?” “How will any seeker come to hear the gospel and worship?”
No response.
We mustn’t despair. Some may be led to do other things but after decades we have looked for and found another church which is committed to not shitting down under these type circumstances. Sad, sad times. But at least not all the churches have collapsed.
SHUTTING!