Coronavirus Information and Helpful Links
COVID-19 Update - November 10th
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the churches of Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery. In many communities, the daily positive case numbers are at record numbers. Hospital ICUs are near or at capacity. Many schools are reversing course and being forced back to online learning because of out of control community spread of the virus in classrooms and halls. As I write today, Oklahoma has over 20,000 active cases of the Coronavirus and seven-day average over 2,000 positive cases a day.
While wearing a mask and washing hands has helped to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, those measures were not mandated in all areas or practiced in all churches. Now we are set to navigate this “second wave” of increased cases as we enter the holiday season. With cases spiking before the holiday season, there is growing concern about the spread of the virus during and after Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas as families, friends, and communities come into greater contact. These concerning numbers are expected to continue their rise. Read More HERE.
COVID-19 and the Flu Resource - October 6th
The flu season will complicate an already tenuous situation as churches navigate COVID-19. COVID-19 and the flu are both respiratory illnesses and share common symptoms. They are also differ in important ways. While experts learn more every day about the novel coronavirus, see what we already know about flu vs COVID-19 by clicking HERE
Office Disruptions and Contact Information
The Eastern Oklahoma Presbytery office is open, but our hours or availability may be limited so please call ahead to the presbytery office before arriving. Our phone number is 918-582-3077.
If you need to get in touch with us, our direct contact information is below:
General Presbyter Tim Blodgett: 918-808-0484 or tim@eokpresbytery.org
Stated Clerk Leigh McCaslin: 918-718-4572 or leigh@eokpresbytery.org
Administrative Assistant Celia Gerfers: 918-269-3194 or office@eokpresbytery.org
More Information
PCUSA Resources
The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) has gathered all of the denominational resources together into one updated webpage for easier viewing and reference. Please take a look at all the available resources HERE.
One-Stop Resource
The Presbyterian Foundation has created a one-stop, simple to read resource for all things related to COVID-19 legislation. Find out more HERE.
Free 24-Hour Support Line
Cigna is offering a separate 24-hour toll-free help line, to support resiliency during this time of high stress and anxiety.
If you are aware of any retired member or an employee who is not eligible for the EAP, please let them know they have access to Cigna by calling 866-912-1687 to connect with qualified clinicians, including licensed social workers, profressional counselors, and psychologists, who can provide support and guidance.
