As you know, due to the spike of COVID-19 cases within our state, our Governor has recently mandated restaurants, bars, wineries, movie theaters, zoos and family entertainment centers, to name a few, to close once again within in 19 counties, which includes the County of Kern effective immediately. Many new cases are now noted to coming from in-door gatherings, such as family BBQs and other in-door settings.
Therefore, in this time of chaos and crisis, we are asking the faith community for your help to partner with our city to KEEP KERN OPEN. Where current conditions are filled with so many unknown variables, we know that the faith community is certain about one thing – no matter what challenges come our way, we are to “Love Our Neighbor” (Mark 12:31)
What does loving our neighbor look like during times like these?
1. Wear face masks
2. Practice social distancing
These two simple practices help others feel safe, protects those around you, especially the most vulnerable populations, and limits face-to-face contact to decrease the spread of illness among people in community settings.
Please join by spreading this message by:
• Encouraging your congregation/parishioners to wear masks when gathering for service, if possible.
• Encouraging your congregation/parishioners to practice social distancing during your gatherings.
• Encourage your congregation/parishioners to practice “Loving Your Neighbor” in the community, including gathering with family and friends.
Together, may we “LOVE OUR NEIGHBOR” to KEEP KERN SAFE and KEEP KERN OPEN.