Weather Policy
Typically, weekday and evening activities are canceled if Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) are closed. Sunday services are rarely canceled, but the worship times may be modified to allow time for cleaning of the parking lot and sidewalks. Cancellations or postponement of church activities will be posted on ebenezerumc.org and on the church’s Facebook page, sent out through EbenezerAlerts, and will be available by recorded message at 540.659.1349.
IF SCHOOLS ARE DELAYED ONE HOUR
Preschool classes for 3s run from 9:30 AM-12:30 PM, and for 4s/5s from 10:00 AM-1:30 PM. Adult morning groups/classes start one hour late with KidzCare. The delay does not affect afternoon and evening classes. Events for children, youth and adults starting after the delay has expired will continue as scheduled.
IF SCHOOLS ARE DELAYED 2 HOURS
Preschool classes for 3s run from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, and for 4s/5s from 11:00 AM-1:30 PM. Adult morning groups/classes will also be delayed two hours with KidzCare provided. The delay does not affect afternoon and evening classes. Events for children, youth and adults starting after the delay has expired will continue as scheduled.
IF SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED
Weekday preschool is canceled and all daytime groups/classes, events, and activities are canceled. A decision on evening groups/classes, events and activities will be made by 12 Noon. Please consult the church website or call the church office after 12 Noon to access information related to evening activities.
IF SCHOOLS RELEASE EARLY
All adult, youth and children’s events scheduled to begin after the release time are generally canceled.
MICAH COLD WEATHER SHELTER VOLUNTEERS EXCEPTION
Schedule will continue regardless of SCPS schedule or changes. The Director will contact individuals with any changes.
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP
Any decision to cancel the 8:15 AM service will be made by 6:00 AM. Decisions regarding the 9:45 AM and 11:15 AM services will be made at least 90 minutes prior to the regular starting time of those services.