Latest Update: 8/4/21Dear Adath Jeshurun Congregation, The safety of our entire Adath community is a top priority as we continue to re-enter our building. Read the re-entry update to our congregation from July 27, 2021. Read our Rabbinical Assembly mandating immunization. Read unanimous rabbinic legal opinion of our Conservative Movement's Committee on Jewish Law and Standards specifically addressing the issues of the requirement for vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Adath's COVID-19 Safety Policy Highlights: Vaccination Required (ages 12+): It is required for all those ages 12 and over entering Adath's building or attending in-person services or programming, whether indoor or outdoor, to be fully vaccinated and properly masked unless medically ineligible. Those who are medically ineligible, must mail Adath or email office@adath.net a letter from a reputable physician by the last business day prior to arrival. Masking Required (ages 2+): It is required for all those ages 2 and over entering Adath's building or attending in-person services or programming, whether indoor or outdoor, to be properly masked unless medically ineligible. Those who are medically ineligible, must mail Adath or email office@adath.net a letter from a reputable physician by the last business day prior to arrival. Indoor Gatherings: All those entering our building for any reason such as services, meetings, classes, maintenance or programming will be required to be fully vaccinated and wear a mask covering their nose and mouth. (See requirements by age above). Outdoor Gatherings: All those participating in outdoor services will be required to to be fully vaccinated and wear a mask over their nose and mouth. Masking during outdoor social activities will be decided on a case by case basis. (See requirements by age above). Gan Shelanu Staff: 100% of the Gan Shelanu staff is vaccinated. All staff are required to show proof of full vaccination. All staff must wear a mask over their nose and mouth while in public areas of our building and while in the presence of students or congregants. Stay home if sick: If you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, please stay home and join us via live stream. Our policy stated above is regularly reviewed by our COVID-19 Advisory Committee of health professionals and Adath leadership based on changing conditions and the latest medical findings. As the great rabbinic sage Maimonides taught (Hilkhot Rotzeah 11:4): “And so too every stumbling block which is liable to kill, it’s a positive commandment (mitzvat aseh) to remove it and to guard against it and to be very, very careful, as it is said, 'But guard yourself and guard your soul.” (Deuteronomy 4:9). |
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