JUC COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

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JUC COVID-19 Safety Guidelines

Updated 8.31.22

Beginning Monday, March 28, we eliminated the masking and vaccination requirement to attend in-person JUC events.

This change was based on a number of considerations:

  • COVID-19 case loads in our community have declined significantly and immunity rates are high.
  • JUC is following public health officials’ recommendations and the practices in schools, stores, restaurants, and performing arts venues such as Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

We recognize that within our community are those who have been moving unmasked in public spaces for some time, and others for whom the prospect of being unmasked at JUC raises the question of whether or not to return in person. In our large community with many ages and health conditions, there are many perspectives and comfort levels.

As a community, we’ll continue to follow these principles and guidelines:

  • We believe that being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 minimizes spread of the virus.
  • We will stream Sunday services, just as we did for many years before the pandemic. 
  • We still expect that if you feel sick, you should stay home and join church online.
  • We expect that some folks attending will continue to wear masks.
  • We still believe in the importance of bodily autonomy, meaning hugs only with consent, and a generous non-judgment about the right choice for others. 

We believe that JUC is, and should be, a place that cultivates a sense of broad community and belonging, and that means respecting, and caring for, one another.

Vaccination

If you can get vaccinated, JUC STRONGLY urges you to do so in respect for the interdependent web of all existence. You can find resources on becoming vaccinated here: https://covid19.colorado.gov/vaccine-providers  

Planning an Event

  1. Please use this online form to schedule any event.
  2. Events MUST BE scheduled on the main calendar. 
  3. The Designated Event Coordinator will also be responsible for gaining access to the church. 

Before Coming to JUC Events

  • If you or someone in your household is ill, DO NOT attend a JUC event. Please participate online, and be aware of COVID symptoms. These symptoms include:
    • Fever or chills
    • Cough
    • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
    • Unusual fatigue
    • Muscle or body aches
    • Headache
    • New or unusual loss of taste or smell
    • Sore throat
    • Congestion or runny nose
    • Nausea or vomiting
    • Diarrhea
  • If you have a known exposure to COVID, please follow the CDC recommendations for masking and testing.

Safety Team

The Safety Team is made up of staff members and includes consultation with medical professionals. Current members are: Rev. Keith Arnold, Sarah Billerbeck and Carol Wilsey. You can reach our team members by sending an email to safety@jeffersonunitarian.org.