Messiah has been safely worshiping in-person since July 2020. We adhere to state and local guidelines and follow scientifically backed recommendations from federal health authorities when determining safety measures and policies. Since reopening, Messiah has required staff and volunteers to wear masks, and worshippers were encouraged to wear them. As of May 30, 2021, Messiah will no longer require staff and volunteers to wear masks if they have been fully vaccinated. This policy follows current recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) which state that those who have been fully vaccinated “can resume activities without wearing a mask or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance.”

Staff and volunteers who feel safer wearing masks are encouraged to continue doing so. Messiah did not have a mask mandate in place for worshipers, so no policy change is necessary.

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