I am pleased to write to you as final preparations are underway for the 2021 Metropolis of Atlanta Clergy-Laity Assembly. Though the now-virtual Assembly  will look different this fall, I know our organizing committee is doing their utmost to provide an experience, which is not only a safe alternative, but just as productive and enjoyable as those in year's past.

The Metropolis is ever mindful of the changing situation concerning COVID-19 and its Delta variant. As your Metropolitan, I am also aware that public health guidelines are subject to change. As late as last week, I have encouraged our communities to determine their procedures concerning masks by comparing them against any recent updates to your national, state & local health codes.