Rev. Cara Scriven, Lead Pastor
As we continue to hear news about the new variant, Omicron, please know that your reopening team and pastors are monitoring the situation and working to ensure that our gatherings are as safe as possible. As fast as Omicron is spreading, we recognize that we may need to return to online worship in 2022. If that is the case, we will communicate with you through our usual channels: our website, Carry Out, Mid-Week Pick Me Up, and through the mail.
Our departments of health at both the state and county level remind us the best ways to protect ourselves are to be vaccinated, wear a mask, wash our hands, and get tested if we have symptoms.
Vaccination: If you are not yet vaccinated, we highly recommend you do so as the Omicron virus appears to be much more transmissible. In addition, if you haven’t gotten your booster yet, please make plans to do so as soon as possible. Everyone 16 years and older is eligible for a booster. You can find vaccination locations here.
Masks: Please remember that for masks to be effective, they need to fit properly. Masks should fit tightly around your nose, mouth, and chin so that there are no gaps. We highly recommend you use a two-layer cloth mask with a filter, a N95 or KN95 mask, or medical grade mask for the best protection. The church has some available if you forget yours when you come to worship.
Wash Your Hands: Use soap and water and scrub your hands for 20 seconds (sing Happy Birthday). If soap isn’t available, hand sanitizer is the next best option.
Testing: If you have any COVID-19 symptoms, please get tested. If you have been in close contact with someone with COVID, you should be tested 5-7 days after exposure. You can find testing sites in Pierce County here.
If you are looking for ways to keep your holidays safe, here is a resource from our health department.
Thank you for all you are doing to love your neighbors and one another during this pandemic.