Beloved members and friends of Foundry,
We at Foundry give thanks that we have been able to safely offer both online and in-person worship experiences since September 5. We know that the vaccination status and circumstances of each family and member of our community differs, and we have been praying for each one of you.
The Foundry Reentry Implementation Task Force met this week to discuss the D.C. Mayor’s recent order lifting the indoor mask mandate, and the safety policies and procedures that we have been following here at 16th and P these last 14 weeks. With news of the Omicron variant and the busy Advent season upon us, the Task Force has decided to maintain all current safety precautions. No Covid safety measures at Foundry will change at this time, and furthermore, we commit to giving two weeks’ notice if our mask requirement is relaxed.
As a reminder,
- All staff, clergy, choir members, childcare workers, ushers ,and greeters have provided proof of vaccination
- Masks are generally required in all spaces within the building
- Additional air filtration systems are installed in the sanctuary
- Staff and clergy are tested every two weeks
In addition, a special space is reserved for families in our Sanctuary. Childcare will continue to be offered every Sunday for children birth through pre-K. Prayer team members are available at in-person worship, and prayer requests continue to be collected online. Clergy and staff maintain weekly in-person workdays at Foundry. The Colonial Parking Garage is open every Sunday morning for Foundry members and guests.
Foundry continues to encourage vaccines and boosters as a way we can love our neighbors (for those for whom it is safe to do so). We will continue to monitor developments regarding the coronavirus pandemic and guidance from public health officials throughout the Christmas season. The Reentry Implementation Task Force will meet to re-examine our safety protocols in the New Year.
We encourage you to reach out to the Task Force with any questions, concerns, or feedback. We can be contacted via email at reentry@foundryumc.org.
In the Spirit,
The Reentry Implementation Task Force (Gwen Williamson, Nick Jessee, Matt Hansen, Sam Kilpatrick, Paula Blair, PJ Taylor, and Rev. Ginger Gaines-Cirelli)
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