safety guidelines

  • If you are feeling sick or have recently been exposed to someone who is ill, please remain at home and join us virtually. See “Should I Attend an In-Person Service?” (below) for additional considerations.
  • Clinton UMC will use a reservation system to manage attendance. The capacity of the sanctuary for services will be approximately 32 people, with a few seats held for visitors or those without reservations, on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations may be made by calling the church office at 908-735-7025 up to 7 days in advance.
  • Please enter through the blue front doors of the church unless the ramp off the social hall is needed for accessibility. Other doors will be locked. Upon entering, your temperature will be taken via remote scan. Anyone registering a temperature of 100.4°F or greater will be asked to return home.
  • Social distancing (6 feet of separation) should be observed at all times. Signage has been placed throughout the church to assist with maintaining social distance and good hygiene.
  • Masks will be required to enter the church. Extra masks will be available for those who do not have one.
  • Ushers will be present to direct you to available pews. Please remain in the seats as directed. The ushers will guide our exit upon conclusion of the service as well. Please wait for their direction before exiting.
  • Nursery care will not be available for the time being.  A modified children's program (ages 4 & above) will be available in the social hall.
  • Hand sanitizer will be available in each pew. Please use as desired.
  • Hymnals and Bibles have been removed from the pews. Music may be played during the service but we ask that you refrain from singing.
  • Offering plates will not be passed during the service. You may place your offering in the collection plates at the back of the sanctuary or take advantage of online giving.
  • One restroom in the social hall will be open if needed. Hand sanitizer will be provided.
  • Coffee time/fellowship in the social hall will not be occurring for the time being.
  • We will continue our online services for those who wish to continue to worship virtually.

  • SHOULD I ATTEND AN IN-PERSON SERVICE?

    We want to see you at CUMC but need to make sure we’re all doing our part to prevent the spread of infection. The following are guidelines to keep all the members of the CUMC family safe and healthy and reduce any potential exposure to illnesses. It is encouraged that you seek further advice and guidance from your healthcare provider. 


    Do not attend in-person Clinton UMC services if you:

    • Are experiencing shortness of breath or difficulty breathing without a face mask (N95, surgical or cloth) in proper positioning.
    • Are unable to wear a face mask for more than 1 hour. 
    • Are running a temperature of 100.4°F or greater.
    • Are experiencing generalized muscle aches or joint pains. 
    • Are experiencing a cough.
    • Are planning an elective surgery or procedure. 
    • Are recovering from a recent surgery or procedure.
    • Have an illness that lowers your immunity or immune system or are caring for someone with a lower immune system. 
    • Are taking medications that may weaken your immune system, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy, anti-rheumatic drugs, steroids, and the like.
    • Are unable to sneeze or cough into your elbow. 
    • Are allergic to hand sanitizer or its ingredients. 
    • Are unable to sit or stand in assigned seating areas for a prolonged period of time. 
    ATTEND in-person Clinton UMC services if you:
    • NOT experiencing any fever, shortness of breath, cough, muscle aches, or joint pains. 
    • Able to wear a face mask in proper positioning for more than 1 hour.
    • Able to sneeze and/or cough into your elbow. 
    • Able to use hand sanitizer as needed. 
    • Able to maintain social distance (6 feet) at all times.
    • Able to sit/stand in assigned seating areas for a prolonged period of time. 

     

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