Current COVID-19 Protocol

In response to the recent Executive Orders from the Virginia Governor's office and in conjunction with the Virginia Conference of the United Methodist Church guidelines, the Patmos leadership has implemented the following COVID-related practices and procedures.

• Masks and social distancing (except for family groups) are strongly encouraged regardless of vaccination status.

• All fully vaccinated persons may be unmasked in both inside and outside gatherings.

• All fully vaccinated persons may sing without a face covering in both inside and outside gatherings.

  • NOTE: Fully vaccinated is defined as having received your second dose of the Moderna, or Pfizer vaccines or one dose of the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine MORE THAN 14 days from the service the individual plans to attend.

• Eating is permitted inside and outside of the church building. Pre-packaged meals are preferred. Disposable plates and eating utensils will be used.

• Self-check-in upon arrival is required of all persons. Please check-in by responding affirmatively to the COVID-related questions posted inside the church entrance and by entering your name and contact information on the Check-in sheet at the front entrance to the church.

Additional updates will be published as they are received from the Virginia Conference of the UMC leadership.

Please contact Pastor Claire (pastor@patmosumc.org) with questions or concerns.