Beginning Aug. 9, the United Methodist churches of Long Beach Island – located in Beach Haven and Beach Haven Terrace – will be offering outdoor worship services at 8:30 a.m. on Sundays at the bayside pavilion on Taylor Avenue in Beach Haven.

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor gatherings for worship are not a good choice for us, even with adherence to strict safety protocols,” said the Rev. Scott Bostwick, who began as pastor of the two churches on July 1.