We at Grace continue to want to show concern for one another in light of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. Since October of 2022, Boulder County has not had any masking requirements in place. And while any organization is permitted to require masks in their facility, it seems that the only places where masks are regularly required are medical care facilities (hospitals, doctors’ offices, nursing care facilities, etc.). 

Since early December of 2022, after a slight November increase, COVID transmission and infection rates in Boulder County have been relatively low for months, and recently have continued to decrease. In light of this information, the Grace Council has decided that we will no longer request or expect that folks wear masks during worship. 

Of course, everyone is welcome to continue wearing a mask at any time. During worship the Pastor and Assisting Minister will wear a mask while serving communion - and perhaps not during the rest of the liturgy. We will continue to keep the air filters running during worship, and will have disposable masks available for anyone who wants one. 

Naturally, if any of the transmission or infection data change significantly, we will revisit these expectations. If you have any questions or concerns about any of this, please talk with Pr. Matthew.

If you are worshipping remotely, Pastor Matthew invites you to construct your own, at-home altar and prepare the elements for at-home communion as part of our Worship Services. He gives further instructions on the construction and elements here.