The Atlantic District
of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
Engaging the World with the Gospel of Hope!
News & Notes
Reopening Guidance
Posted on May 21, 2020
Our understanding of how we can protect ourselves and others in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop daily. As regions of New York begin the first phases of reopening, questions have arisen as to how churches might resume public worship...
NYS Reopening Plan
Posted on May 12, 2020
New York State has begun incremental release of pandemic-related restrictions on business and organizations, with the first phase beginning May 15 in some areas of our district...
Return to Operations
Posted on May 11, 2020
Guidance for congregational leadership from the Atlantic District as they prepare for reopening for corporate worship.
Leading Your Ministry out of Crisis
Posted on May 06, 2020
A video from LCEF Ministry Support on Leading Your Congregation out of Crisis. It includes establishing a ministry plan unique to capture these opportunities.
Hand Sewn Mask Ministry
We are collecting reusable/washable sewn masks to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. News and information on our 50,000 mask goal...
CARES and PPP: Prepare Now!
Applications for the CARES Act and the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) are now open. Watch the Zoom Conference and download resources now
Resources & Communications
See official communications and resources for churches and members for adapting as the Covid-19 situation develops
A Special Message about Covid 19 (Coronavirus)
Digital Worship
Watch churches that are already streaming services live, or view suggestions about helping your church get started
Support Your Church - Guide to Online Giving
Your church is busier than ever today in bringing the Gospel to you - wherever you are. Read about setting up online giving in your church
What You Can Do
There are some simple, but important steps that will help protect you and those around you.