Worship

Restrictions for churches in the Brisbane and Moreton Bay Regions
(applies from 6 pm on 3 July 2021 to 6 pm on 16 July 2021)

• Indoor spaces over 200 square metres — one person per 4 square metres (or 100% capacity with ticketed and allocated seating).

• Indoor spaces of 200 square metres or less — one person per 2 square metres (up to 50 people).

• Outdoor spaces — one person per 2 square metres (or 100% capacity with ticketed and allocated seating).

• Funerals and weddings — the above occupant density restrictions apply, and total occupancy is capped at 100 people.

• Face masks must be worn in indoor and outdoor spaces, including at places of worship. Workers and educators may remove their face mask in situations where clear enunciation or visibility of the mouth is essential (this includes those preaching, leading services and leading singing).

• Singing is permitted. Face masks must be worn (those leading singing can temporarily remove their face masks).

• People must be seated to eat and drink. People may temporarily remove their face masks to eat and drink.

• Physical distancing between non-household members should be maintained to the extent possible.

• Outdoor gatherings in homes and public places — up to 30 people including residents, visitors and children.

• The COVID Safe Checklist for Restricted Businesses — Impacted Areas applies to churches in areas where the lockdown has been lifted (except where Checklist requirements have been superseded by more current advice).

For further information, please monitor the Queensland Government website and the ACSQ COVID-19 Guidance and Information webpage.

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St Thomas' Toowong is following the above protocols until 16 July.

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Following the Industry plan

St Thomas' has signed up to the Industry Plan for Places of Worship. As part of this commitment we are following carefully the Health Directives provided by the Queensland Government. Please see below for the latest changes:

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• The current maximum congregation of 57

• Maintain Physical Distancing of 1.5m to the extent possible. This means we are to avoid shaking hands, hugging or kissing as a greeting, farewell or during the greeting of peace.

• Practice good hygiene habits, including the use of hand sanitiser before entering the church.

• Please avoid queuing or crowding at the church entrance.