Organizers are relying on safety protocols such as temperature checks, mask wearing, social distancing, and “cough etiquette” to prevent their events from becoming superspreaders.
“Although we are already allowed to accommodate up to 100% venue capacity, the CCP venues remain at 80% seating capacity,” the department toldIn March 2020, CCP canceled 800 shows that would have welcomed 800,000 visitors as a result of the first pandemic-induced lockdown. “There is a collective shout of joy among Jehovah’s Witnesses around the world,” said James Ryan G. Morales, Philippine spokesman of Jehovah’s Witnesses. “While we have prospered in many ways as individuals and congregations using technology to bring us together, nothing can adequately replace being together in person.”
“High-touch surfaces such as chairs, doorknobs, countertops, and faucets are cleaned and sanitized after each congregation meeting,” Mr. Morales said. “Virtual attendance via Zoom continues to function for unvaccinated individuals, or for those who show symptoms of sickness or prefer to stay at home.”