Covid-19 Updates

In-Person Services Canceled
As you are aware, Covid-19 infections have increased dramatically in our community. The Omicron variant is highly transmissible and seems to be fueling the spike. Out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to pause all in-person services, ministry meetings/activities, bible studies, and events at the church through the end of January.
Contact Tracing Procedures
If you have been on the St. James UMC Campus in the last 14 days and either of the following apply: Tested positive for Covid-19Been exposed to someone that has tested positive for Covid-19 Please call or email our Membership Coordinator at 678-762-1543 ext. 2170 or...
Mask Protocol
6.15.21 St. James Family and Friends, St. James is planning many outdoor events this summer to facilitate worship, VBS, concerts and events in a safer and more engaging manner. St. James will not require masks for outdoor activities on our campus. This...
2021 Covid-19 Update
5.21.21 St. James Family, The CDC recently updated its guidelines on relaxing mask requirements both indoors and outdoors for individuals that are fully vaccinated. The new guidelines have led to confusion and frustration as states, business establishments and schools...
COVID-19 Update
November 2, 2020 Greetings St. James Family and Friends: The recent increase in Covid-19 infections throughout the nation has caused me and the Leadership Team to reconsider the timing of reopening the building for Sunday Services and other activities. Worship...
Drive Thru Covid-19 Testing
On July 18th, St. James UMC hosted a successful Covid-19 testing event for the congregation and the community. More than 340 tests were administered with some participants arriving as early as 6AM for the 10AM start. We would like to thank the more than 30 healthcare...
Church Reopening
https://vimeo.com/440668206 Family, First, I want to thank you for your continued prayers and support of the ministry here at St. James. We have so enjoyed interacting with you each Sunday during our virtual services and Bible Studies throughout the week. Your...
Covid-19 Testing
St. James UMC will be offering drive-thru testing of COVID-19 on Saturday, July 18th from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.Test offered - COVID-19 and/or rapid pathogen panel. The results of this test will indicate whether a person has or has had COVID-19 at some point.Results will...
Covid-19 Facts Not Fear
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Covid-19 Update Pastor McQueen
Tuesday April 28th, 2020 Dear Family: First, I want to thank you for your continued prayers and support of the ministry here at St. James. Your sharing, caring and prayers and finances have allowed us to be in ministry both here to our own members and some of our...
Covid-19 Update Bishop Sue
Dear brothers and sisters of the North Georgia Conference, We, your bishop and cabinet, greatly appreciate how you have followed the guidance we have shared regarding in-person worship. We know how much you miss each other and long to be together. After talking with...
Update on closing
As we do our best to do no harm, Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson and the Conference Cabinet continue to urge churches not to gather through May 13, 2020. On Monday, April 27, the bishop and cabinet will offer more guidelines on how to evaluate and plan for re-opening our...