Welcome back! CCSM reopens the sanctuary THIS Sunday.
We are so excited to welcome you back into the sanctuary this Sunday and to be in physical community again. We are up to date with the ever-changing guidelines and are preparing to gather safely back at CCSM. We are coming back incrementally and expecting smaller numbers in August.
We are doing our best to keep our communication as simple and clear as possible. Please take time to read this thoroughly.
First of all, if you plan on attending this Sunday, add your name to this google document. Just click on the link and add your name. This will help us have a better idea of how many people are coming.
We are excited to see our CCSM kids at 10:30 on Sundays! Kids should be masked and be dropped off and picked up outdoors in the Memorial Garden (NOT beginning in the service, for the time being). Our leaders will be masked and are all fully vaccinated.
Those gathered here at 225 will receive this handout on Sunday which outlines all the information needed and the guidelines we will all follow to make the transition easier.
The Sanctuary opens at 10:10 am
The Balcony is closed at this time.
Please wear your masks at ALL times.
The pews are roped off to guide you where to sit.
Please maintain social distance by sitting in the marked, designated spots.
It may be tempting to scoot over to make room for a newcomer, but we ask that you resist that temptation and maintain distance.
Avoid saying “It’s ok, we’ve both been vaccinated.”
Vaccinated people can become infected and also, spread the virus.
Please ask permission to shake hands and hug.
Please don’t take offense if someone declines.
(We don’t know everyone’s personal circumstance)
We will not be passing the collection plates
There are baskets as you exit for your offering.
Returning to the church may be an emotional experience
If you find you need support, let a staff person know.
If you feel unwell or think you may have been exposed to the virus,
please attend from home online.
Please visit with friends on the Lawn or Loggia after the service.
Our desire is to keep everyone safe by being in alignment
with San Mateo County covid guidelines.
We appreciate your help!
We will be singing with our masks on, so come ready to add your voice – we’ve missed your singing!!!
We are not asking vaccination status of members but please be assured that all our Sunday staff are fully vaccinated and will be wearing masks except when speaking from the chancel. We know that many of you still feel hesitant about returning in person. Please continue to join in online—we know you’re present with us!
This Sunday is going to be inspirational and powerful in many ways-- whether you are here in person or online. I will continue the series Rising Strong in Spirit.
Love,
Penny
P.S. Due to our children being unable to get a vaccine at this point, we may need to cancel our outdoor Homecoming BBQ. We are monitoring the situation as it unfolds, but we are concerned about safety of the children particularly with the latest information about outdoor transmission.
