Christ Episcopal Church
4001 Franklin Street
Kensington, MD 20895

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, I promise, with God’s help and to the best of my ability, to abide by the guidelines of the Diocese of Washington for participation in the life of my congregation according to the regathering phase in which my congregation is authorized to carry out its mission and ministry.

The coronavirus is highly contagious, and there is a risk of infection that is beyond the control of the church in spite of precautions that are being taken. I will make my own decision as to my safety in entering the church building, and for the safety of children and others in my care.

While participating in any official Christ Church event, in fulfillment of our Baptismal Covenant, I will:

Love my neighbor as myself
• Wear a mask or scarf over my nose and mouth at all times while I am with people beyond my household.
• Only attend in person gatherings if I am healthy and non- symptomatic with the novel coronavirus or any other transmittable disease that could compromise the health of another congregant;

Respect the dignity of every human being
• Make no physical contact with people beyond the members of my own household.
• Maintain a six foot or more distance from those who are not members of my own household
• Respect any requests for distance, masking, cleaning, to ensure the safety and comfort level of others, even as restrictions are reduced.
• Immediately notify Church officials if I become symptomatic, if I am diagnosed as positive for the coronavirus, or if I believe I was at risk of infection when I attended the church.

Seek and serve Christ in all people
• Trust and support the decisions of our congregational leaders.
• Stay connected with others in my community by telephone, email, video chat, or mail.