In response to the COVID-19 pandemic: Guidance for the safe use of places of worship, New Testament Baptist Church conducted a risk assessment. The full Covid-19 risk assessment is available in the church office. In this summary, we have outlined our findings and advice to begin in-person church operations while taking measures to mitigate the spread of Covid-19.

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Advised Gathering Limit – The size and setting of the main auditorium (including ventilation) has been evaluated and marked off for 2 metre social distancing. In its’ current configuration, the auditorium can accommodate approximately 40 people (depending on family group sizes). Windows will be opened (when possible) to increase ventilation.

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Social Distancing – A one-way flow system is deemed unnecessary due to the low anticipated attendance (less than 30). If larger numbers of people attend, we will institute a one-way flow system. Access to non-essential areas will be restricted.

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Hygiene – Upon entering or leaving the building, hands should be washed (hand washing/sanitising posters are in place) or hand sanitiser used. The restrooms will have the doors propped open and windows opened to increase ventilation. A one-in, one-out policy is in effect for bathroom usage. *Exception – household members or those included in a household “support bubble”.

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Face Coverings & Singing – Please wear a face covering. We will not have congregational singing at this time. However, we will have instrumental music with one singer.

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Phased re-opening

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Phase 1: In-person Sunday morning services have resumed at NTBC. The services will begin at 10:00 AM for Sunday School and 11:00 AM for our morning Worship Service. We’ll also live-cast our services on Zoom and post the AM service to YouTube following the service. We will all (children and adults) be together in the auditorium for the service. 

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Sunday evening and Wednesday prayer services will continue as Zoom meetings. 

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Phase 2: (Date to be announced) Wednesday evening Prayer Services will resume on the premises (with social distancing).

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Phase 3: (26 June 2021) Back to normal. Special activities/meals on premises allowed. Men’s prayer breakfast, Ladies Fellowship re-started. Coffee/tea/refreshments re-instated. Restrictions lifted. All services held on the premises.