Mecklenburg County churches interested in hosting "drive-up" worship services for their congregations may do so starting this weekend. 

Mecklenburg County Manager, Dena R. Diorio made the announcement today during the County's COVID-19 media update.

Public Health Director Gibbie Harris urges the following precautionary measures during services.

Church participants: 

• Should not have personal contact with individuals outside of their car 
• Should keep car windows partially closed during the service 
• Should park a space away from other participants  

 
In addition, the practice of communion is not permitted.  

Following the guidelines above will prevent close contact that could promote the spread of the novel coronavirus or COVID-19. 

For more information on COVID-19 or the latest data report, visit the County's COVID-19 webpage on MeckNC.gov.