MUMC's ReOpening Protocol
The Leadership Team has spent a great deal of time in prayer and careful consideration of the best way to reopen our church doors in a manner that is safe and controlled. We have been advised by our Bishop and conference leadership and it has been made clear that our regional and global leadership is prioritizing safety and does not wish for a single transmission of COVID to be attributed to our church activity. We want to share the Gospel and not COVID.

Just as COVID is a living virus, this document is also a living document.  The Leadership team appreciates your patience as things within this document will need to change. Please continue to visit the church’s website, Facebook page, and the Weekly Communicator for the most recent updates.
What do you need to know?

  • We are planning on reopening the church building for Face-to-Face worship on Sunday, August 16th for 10AM Worship. The attendance for this worship celebration will be limited to 50 total people.
  • Our virtual online worship experience will always continue. Anyone uncomfortable gathering for face-to-face worship is always invited to join us via the livestream.
  • Facemasks and social distancing will be required. There will be no exceptions.
  • Registration will be required, as state guidelines restrict the number of people inside the church building.
  • If planning to attend on Sunday, by the previous Thursday you must do one of the following:
  • Register Online here
  • Register By Email: email anne@middletownumcnj.org with your name and number of people attending
  • Register by phone: Call Anne at the church office (732-671-0707). If leaving a voicemail, please indicate your name and number of people attending.
When You Arrive

  • Please observe parking cones and signs - park in every other space
  • Put on your mask and wait to be directed to the building by a Welcome Team Member
  • Please observe 6 foot distancing marks. Hand sanitizer will be provided.
  • Welcome Team Members will direct you to your assigned seat.
  • Fellowship Hall will be closed at this time. The two bathrooms closest to the sanctuary will be open.
  • Sunday School, the Sunday Nursery, and playground will remain closed at this time.
When You Leave

  • Please remain in your seat until instructed to exit
  • Take any trash/belongings with you - there will be trash cans provided at the exit
  • Please do not congregate in the hallway/parking lot
General Building Usage Notes
  • Activities, events, and Small Groups are strongly encouraged to continue to meet via Zoom and other electronic platforms.
  • If meeting outside (fire pit, lawn, etc)
  • Social distancing of 6 feet and hand sanitizer are required.
  • The church custodian must be notified before the event so that the bathrooms are properly cleaned afterwards.
  • Masks must be worn when entering the building to use the bathroom.
  • Individuals may bring their own food/drinks but sharing is not permitted at this time.
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