The Diocese in consultation with local Primary Care Trusts have issued strong guidelines to help prevent the spread of the new form of flu virus.
1) There will be no chalice offered in communion and we will receive only the bread. Intinction (dipping the bread in the wine) does not significantly reduce the risk of infection for this virus.
2) We will share the Peace hand to hand as has been our practice. This is a shame but we will find new ways to mark our interaction together. Singing a simple song has been suggested.
3) There is a bin, tissues and hand gel at the back of church if they are needed.
3) We will try to introduction of a ‘Flu Buddy’ system where we have a point of contact with each other if come down with the symptoms and need help.
I understand this may seem a bit obtrusive, but if it makes our gathering more safe, especially for the more vulnerable among us, then it is for the best.
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