Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson appeared today wearing a Star Wars mask this May 4th when he addressed the issue of resuming worship services in his daily COVID-19 update. Churches are able to resume service with certain guidelines as part of “phase 1” in Arkansas.
PLACES OF WORSHIP GUIDELINES IN ARKANSAS EFFECTIVE 5/4/2020
- Online Platforms are strongly encouraged
- Signs advise no entry if recent fever, symptoms, or contact with positive patient
- 6-foot physical distancing except for family groups
- face coverings worn at all times inside by anyone over 10 years of age
- Worship leaders and performers may remove their mask when addressing the congregation
- 12-foot physical distancing required at these times
- Hand sanitizing stations at entrances
- Meet and greet times moved outside as possible
- refreshments offered outdoors only
- lines for entry and exit be monitored for distancing
- no physical contact
- eliminate use of items touched by multiple people like collection plates/books
- Avoid having people come forward to common alter
- no classes for youth or childcare
- sanitize common areas
