Marble Church Brings Community And Hope In A Time Of Isolation And Fear
NEW YORK, March 18, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- On Sunday March 15, Dr. Michael Bos, Senior Minister of Marble Collegiate Church, sat on the Chancel of an empty Sanctuary and preached to thousands of viewers online. He opened with these words:
"Can you believe the World we woke up to this morning? One week ago, we would never have guessed we would be doing Worship in this way. But, I am so thankful that we have the ability to do this because we are in a time where we need one another more than ever."
Worshipers watching via MarbleChurch.org and Facebook Live engaged in conversation with each other, lifting one another up and offering prayers, and singing along to hymns with the lyrics provided on the screen.
Though an empty Sanctuary is new to Marble Church, streaming has been something Marble has offered for more than a decade. Through its streaming, Marble has reached viewers in all fifty states and over 160 countries and so in a time of closures and social distancing, Marble Church is more than prepared to keep its congregation and others connected safely through a host of online opportunities. Here are some of the ways they are remaining in community online:
Sunday Worship at 11:00am
An hour of prayer, traditional music, and an inspirational message by Dr. Michael Bos from Marble's stunning Sanctuary. To tune in live or view the archive, please visit www.marblechurch.org/connect/livestreaming
Wednesday Worship at 6:15pm
45 minutes of Praise music and an inspirational message by one of Marble's ministers in the casual setting of the Marble Loft. To tune in live or view the archive, please visit www.marblechurch.org/connect/livestreaming
Sunday Morning Bible Study and Prayer | Sundays 10:00 - 10:45am
We have combined our regular Prayer Circle service and 10:00am Bible Study into one, "hybrid," livestreamed offering. Everyone may submit concerns and join in praying for those in need. There will also be a brief time of teaching. To tune in live or view the archive, please visit www.marblechurch.org/connect/livestreaming
Daily Through the Bible Discussion | Weekdays, 12:00 – 12:30pm
One of the Marble ministers will discuss the day's assigned Through the Bible reading and take your questions. Join us on Facebook Live, accessible via Marble's Facebook page. For the List of Daily Readings, click here.
Afternoon Prayer | Weekdays, 4:00 – 4:20pm
Wind down your day with a brief time of sharing and prayer, led by Marble ministers. Join us via Broadview chat by clicking this link, or call (646) 741-5293 and enter meeting ID 111 712 8389. For instructions on how to connect, click here.
These are just a few of the enlightening programs offering hope and comfort to the Marble Community and anyone who needs it, especially in these uncertain times. For the most up-to-date information on the online events Marble Church is offering, please visit https://www.marblechurch.org/moving-online
Marble Church is committed to serving the less fortunate and asks to keep those affected in their prayers.
SOURCE Marble Collegiate Church
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