Over the months we have been having good conversations about Keystone's future. We are at a point in the conversation where more information would be helpful.
Though Lauren and Rich may be able to provide some ideas, the research work will need leadership from members of the congregation. Here is what is currently needed:
Keystone is looking for volunteer(s) to research what other churches are learning from their various responses to post-Covid worship. (Ex. sanctuary worship + zoom or FB live, video recording of worship + posting, outdoor worship, etc.)
We are also looking for volunteer(s) to research the viability and zoning for selling our corner of land & buildings to redevelop the church buildings to become low income housing, a worship space, community renters, offices, etc.
And we are looking for volunteer(s) to talk with those who would not be able to attend Keystone for worship, if we worship in the sanctuary.
Please let Lauren or Rich know if you are interested in one of these opportunities.
Other areas of research have been well underway all year and continue. For example, how Keystone/ STCC/ PreSchool/ +all our cherished renters can safely come back-in-person. If you are vaccinated, WA State and King County continue to have encouraging words. But Keystone’s process through our winter and spring Listening Sessions have especially kept an ear tuned to whom may still be vulnerable. What do you need? (Ex. how can children safely worship, with singing, with communion, with their class, with hugs at coffee hour? What are the needs of those with particularly compromised immune systems?)
We are thankful for all the participation in the Listening Sessions, held at the end of each month. Next up: this month: Wednesday June 23, 6:30 pm. Save the date- thank you!