A letter published online from the bishop and cabinet of the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church asks congregations to hold off until June 22 before resuming in-person services.

“We, your bishop and cabinet, greatly appreciate how you have followed the guidance we have shared regarding in-person worship,” the letter signed by Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson and the North Georgia Conference Cabinet stated.

“We know how much you miss each other and long to be together. After talking with medical experts and reviewing data today, we are asking you not to gather before June 22.”