COVID-19 Update - September 29, 2021

Dear brothers and sisters,

COVID-19 has impacted us as the ECCC family in so many ways. It is a difficult time for everyone. In this time, it is more important than ever that we approach the throne of God with a posture of humility and prayer.

You probably have many questions. However, we want to be honest with you. We do not have all the answers. We do not know how long this will go on. What we do know is that we will do our best to respond to your concerns and pray alongside you. We also know that this is the time for us now, more than ever, to come together as one church for God’s glory.

We have been asked several times about vaccinations and requirements. Firstly, as a place of worship, we are not included to be part of Alberta’s Restrictions Exemptions Program. Secondly, as ECCC, vaccination is not required to join us in worship, fellowship or any church activities. We remain true to our mission: To build a Christian community by reaching the people of Edmonton and beyond with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. As it stands, we do not turn away or exclude anyone from church--Gentile or Jew, leper or healthy, vaccinated or unvaccinated. (Acts 15:19)

At the same time, we acknowledge that we are in the midst of a pandemic and people have different levels of fear and comfort. As ECCC, we strongly recommend vaccinations for those who are eligible. We can all play a part in protecting the health care system while showing love for members of our ECCC family. We continue to pray for those serving on the frontlines of our overwhelmed ICUs and hospitals.

The topics we covered here can be divisive and tough. There is information being shared from all sorts of directions and sources. These are uncharted waters and there is no answer that will please everyone. We pray that in this time, no matter where you are in your journey or what you may feel or think about another person’s journey, that the Lord will make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you. (1 Thess. 3:12)

If you or a brother or sister you know need prayer or help, or if you have further concerns, please know we are here for you. As always, please reach out to our elders, pastors, and leaders anytime.

Let us love and take care of one another,
ECCC

COVID-19 Update - September 16, 2021

Brothers and sisters,

In response to recent Alberta COVID-19 public health actions, Edmonton Christian Community
Church is making the following temporary changes, effective Friday, September 17, 2021:

1. Worship Services will continue online and in-person at ⅓ capacity with masking and social distancing. The auditorium can have 100 people only, and we will open the partition for the gym in addition to this to accommodate those who may want more space. The sanctuary will accommodate 100 people only. Please visit eccc.ca to reserve your Eventbrite tickets ahead of time.

2. Sunday School is online. Elevation will be on pause, and we welcome Grade 7 and up to our regular Worship Service in-person or online. Nursery is closed

3. All Saturday and Sunday Preschool to Grade 6 services/programs will only be offered online. Visit eccckids.com for more information. 

4. Awana and Kaio will be moved online. Please visit eccckids.com for more information.

5. All other fellowships, cell groups and meetings will move online or can choose to be in-person in the church building as long as rooms are only at ⅓ capacity with masking and social distancing. Please contact your leaders for more information. Contact office@eccc.ca for room bookings. Gym and kitchen bookings are not available at this time. 

We understand we are in uncharted waters, and there is no decision that will please everyone.  But we also acknowledge that we serve an all-knowing God and continue our posture of humility and prayer during this time. If you or a brother and sister you know need prayer or help, please reach out to our pastors, elders, deacons, council and staff. 

Please visit the Government of Alberta website for new measures to protect the health care system, stop the spread, and how to get vaccinations. Thank you for your understanding and patience.