‘So surprised and so disappointed’: How local places of worship will handle reopening
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HOUSTON – Several Houston religious leaders and congregations shared how they will handle services after Gov. Greg Abbott lifts the mask mandate and reopen Texas 100%.
Would they stick to what they’ve been doing or make changes to protocols in place? Many said they aren’t changing anything anytime soon.
Inside Congregation Beth Israel of Houston, the temple and its seats remain empty more often than not. Before COVID-19, services would attract thousands. But now, the max is about 50.
“We are open very limited so some families and congregants,” said Pam Kutner, executive director of Congregation Beth Israel.