Covid-19

 

According to the most current guidelines from New York State, found here, Covid-19 restrictions for fully vaccinated individuals were lifted as of May 19, 2021, as 70% of New Yorkers became vaccinated. With our churches data (voluntary) also showing well over 70% vaccinated, the First Baptist Church of Manchester's Boards of Trustees and Deacons have decided to follow the same guidelines.

FBC Policy

If you are Fully Vaccinated you do not need to wear a mask or be socially distanced, but non-vaccinated individuals are advised to continue to wear a mask and be socially distanced. Masks may be removed once a person is seated and distanced from others not in their group.

FBC will continue to provide online services via Zoom (contact the church for more information) and a designated area for individuals who are not vaccinated or prefer to maintain social distancing.

With the ease and availability of vaccinations locally, and the amount of information that is available at county, state, and federal levels, we encourage everyone to educate themselves, assess their own personal health risks associated with Covid-19, and make their own informed personal decisions regarding attending our services and other events.

 

As always . . .

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms of Covid-19 including a fever, or any of the following not related to a known or pre-existing condition:

1. 1. a new or changed chronic cough,
   2. a sore throat
   3. a runny nose
   4. nasal congestion
   5. shortness of breath
   6. stomach cramping or vomiting, or
   7. loss of taste or smell.

OR --

if you have had close contact with individuals who have a confirmed or presumptive diagnosis of COVID-19, please refrain from attending church in person.

You are however cordially invited to join us online via Zoom. Sign up here and contact the church at (585) 289-3883 for our meeting ID and password.