Churches in Kewaunee County are looking into ways to safely reopen to its members after the Safer at Home Order was lifted last week. According to the “Moving Kewaunee County Forward,” guidelines, churches can have up to 50 people attending services while encouraging social distancing among households. There will be no hymnals or bibles to worship with and other common practices will be removed from services in efforts to control the spread of COVID-19. St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church will expand its weekend service schedule from one to three so more people can attend. People wishing to attend will have to reserve a spot. Pastor Joel McKenney says they based their decision on member feedback.

McKenney says for members still uncomfortable about going to church, they will continue to live stream their services on their Facebook and on 96.7 WBDK for the immediate future. Catholic churches across the Diocese of Green Bay will start with communion services on May 30th before they begin offering full masses.

Photo Courtesy of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Algoma