Church Closure Policy

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All services and activities are as scheduled at this time.

Inclement Weather Policy

In the case of bad weather, the most important thing is for everyone to be safe. Please do not travel to the Seattle Vineyard for worship services or activities if you feel that doing so would be unsafe.

Church-Wide Communication

In the event of a closing or delayed opening due to inclement weather or other emergency, an announcement will be placed prominently on the church website and on the church voice messaging service at 206-547-4354.

Office staff will attempt to notify the contact person for activities affected by the weather or emergency.

Worship Services, Sunday Programs & Special Events

Every effort will be made to conduct Sunday morning worship and Sunday School. Only extremely hazardous weather, impassable travel conditions, severe damage to facilities, and/or power outage at the church will cause cancellation.

Sickness Policy

We kindly ask that if you find yourself with any flu or cold symptoms as listed below that you take every precaution to protect your health and those around you. If you are in need of assistance, please contact the main office and we will do our best to provide help as we can.

What you should know (click for pdf): H1N1 and You

Symptoms of Seasonal and H1N1 Flu:

Seasonal Flu

H1N1 Flu

All types of flu can cause:

o   Fever

o   Coughing and/or sore throat

o   Runny or stuffy nose

o   Headaches and/or body aches

o   Chills

o   Fatigue

Similar to seasonal flu, but symptoms may be more severe.

There may be additional symptoms. A significant number of H1N1 flu cases:

o   Vomiting

o   Diarrhea

Take these everyday steps to protect your health:

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.

Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Stay home if you are sick until at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (100°F or 37.8°C) or signs of a fever (without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®). Read detailed information about how long to stay away from others.

Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.

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