Strategic Planning for Reopening Challenges
Viewpoints on reopening are divided between fears and rights, with the process expected to be slow and uncertain. Navigating the "Danger Gap" requires physically and psychologically safe conditions. Readiness for in-person gatherings involves analyzing congregation readiness, adjusting spaces for distancing, and thorough facility cleaning. Redesigning spaces, ensuring safety measures, and enforcing compliance play crucial roles. Reviewing and revising worship practices is essential for a safe return.
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Strategic Planning towards a Reopening Plan Viewpoints about reopening are polarized (fears vs. rights) Closing was quick & certain Reopening will be relatively slow & uncertain w/ ebbs & flows A combination of Prescriptive (state & federal mandates) and Descriptive (local assessment & common sense) processes The Danger Gap A social space we navigate with potential liability and responsibility Where we must love our neighbor as ourselves Where trustworthy leadership is essential Where self-awareness is vital to reduce unproductive responses to grief, loss, and frustration To operate in the Danger Gap will require: Physically Safe Conditions: real safety (Be safe environmentally) Psychologically Safe Conditions: perceived safety (Feel safe emotionally)
Whats involved in readiness to return to gathering in person? Analyze your congregation, transportation, and risks: Are church members ready, willing & able to return? Analyze your gathering spaces & people flow Are you able to adjust to distancing limits? 6 distance = 113 square feet per person 20% estimated use of conventionally rated room capacity (e.g., 200 in sanctuary = 40; 25 in a classroom = 5) Plan to clean & disinfect your facility thoroughly & repeatedly What steps are needed to continuously sanitize your facilities? Who will do your cleaning with skill & safety? The Corona Virus can live on some interior surfaces for 3 days Symptoms appear 7-14 days after infection Cleaning products require 3-20 seconds contact to kill the virus Secure EPA approved cleaning products & PPE for cleaners Special care for rest rooms, food service & at-risk volunteers Child care ministry implications and greatly increased risks
Whats involved in readiness to return to gathering in person? Redesign & physically limit spaces for safety Continue with online services with equal quality & inclusion Secure and use protective equipment (PPE) Require masks for all persons age 2+ Will you provide masks? Prepare to be directive & assertive about compliance Accountability training & reinforcing culture Helping people remain as safe as possible Freedom (rights) with responsibility (love of neighbor)
Review & Revise Worship practices What worship practices need to be modified? Handouts - bulletins & communication materials Delay or revise baptisms & communion services Shared use of microphones & musical instruments Passing of offering plates/baskets secure no touch boxes Revised greetings/passing of the peace Singing (this doubles spreadable force to 12 -15 as does coughing) Preaching/teaching/leading mask & distance? Invitations to faith or prayer ministry at the conclusion of the service Special Events Funerals, Weddings, Confirmation, etc.
Whats involved in readiness to return to gathering in person? Protect greeters, ushers, safety & security Touch free hand sanitizer stations at strategic places Safeguard vulnerable populations at higher risk 65+ Health complications (respiratory, obesity, immunity, diabetes, hypertension) Protect children, youth & volunteers Communicate consistently, persistently & responsibly Relaunch your church as a new opportunity innovations! Grand Reopening or Soft/Staggered Strategies? Contingency if a surge requires another closure plan
