The H1N1 Flu threat is a matter of concern for all of us.  Christ Church has developed a response plan that not only addresses our communal and worship life during this time, but also addresses ways that we can seek to stay healhty and minister to the sick.  The following links may provide important information on what we are doing and what you can do:

• Congregation Plan for Community Life and Worship is in process. The current plan can be reviewed here.
• The Center for Disease Control Flu Site provides comprehensive information about the illness, prevention, care, and vaccination.
• The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has produced direction for congregational worship.

Healthy Practices During Flu Season

·        Wash hands frequently for 20 seconds with soap and water.  If not available use an alcohol hand sanitizer.  There are also non-alcohol versions available if needed.

·        When you are sick stay home and rest.

·        When you blow your nose or sneeze do it into a tissue and dispose of the tissue.

·        Cough into your elbow or shoulder instead of your hands.  If you use your hands then wash them.

·        Don’t return to public life until your fever has been gone for 24 hours without the aid of fever-reducing medications.

·        Keep a good food supply and over the counter medications on hand.  Also keep prescription medications from running low.  If you do get ill you will have these important supplies.