Clergy colleagues, in case you need someone to give you permission, let me be the one: if people violate safety protocols at a service, and put you at risk? It's okay to stop, and leave. (cont)

If you agree to a wedding or a funeral with only a certain number of people, and that boundary is breached? It's okay to say you won't do it. (cont)

If you do not feel safe returning to in person worship, it is okay to negotiate arrangements with your congregation to offer your pieces of worship remotely (even if they insist on returning in person). Online is the safest choice.

We have to set these boundaries and practice them, because it crucial for our health and well being. It also allows our colleagues to do it more easily if we all set the examples for one another's folks. It's okay to say no, and to put your health and safety first.