UPDATED -Covid 19 Protocols- Feb 16 2022

Updated: February 16, 2022

With recognition of the uniqueness of space/facilities and comfort level of each parish and its members, the following changes are offered to support our shared commitment to the safety and well-being of all who come together in worship and in the use of our facilities.

Each parish/community will need to consider its own readiness and capacity to address the lifting of restrictions. 

 Required:

• Masks are mandatory in indoor spaces including at worship,
  except when consuming food and beverages or presiding at the table; 

• Signage at all entrances regarding face coverings;

• Availability and use of hand sanitizer and wipes;

• Worship services capped at 50% capacity
  unless proof of vaccination is required to attend, in which case full capacity is permitted; 

• Proof of vaccination must be shown at all indoor events,
  with the exception of worship services of 50% capacity or less.
  Those who are not vaccinated are asked to continue to worship online only;  

• Eucharist in one kind only;

• Visitation guidelines for long-term care facilities remain in effect.
  One-on-one communion permitted (bread only; 

• Greeters only at distance;

• Respectful Distancing except with family groups or established bubbles;

• Sharing of The Peace through smiling and nodding;

• Singing permitted outdoors or indoors, when all are masked and distanced;
  Singing must always be approached with caution as it is a high-risk activity.
  
  

Permitted:

• Coffee/social gathering--with a safety plan outlining how food and beverages will be handled.
  Masking and proof of vaccination required. 

• Weddings and funeral receptions.
  Masking and proof of vaccination required.  

• Pastoral care home visits.
  Masking required. Vaccination of pastoral visitors strongly recommended.  

• Ash Wednesday imposition of ashes. 
  
  

Recommended: 

• Hospitality limited to coffee/snacks only
  to be updated by PHO March 15;

• Refrain from hosting a Shrove Tuesday dinner and other community meals.