The stake presidency has asked that as of October 15th, 2022, wards in our stake should limit Zoom meeting participation to those individuals who fall under the guidelines stated in the church handbook for virtual meetings. These are copied below. Although Zoom links are still available, they will be password protected beginning October 16th. If you feel you are included in the groups below who would not be able to attend in person, please contact Bishop Sorenson.
29.7 Streaming Meetings and Holding Virtual Meetings
When possible, Church members should strive to attend meetings in person. However, sometimes this is not possible. Streaming and holding virtual meetings make it possible to reach those who otherwise would not be able to attend. These people may include (but are not limited to) those who:
Live in remote locations or have limited ability to travel.
Have physical, mental, or emotional health challenges.
Are immunocompromised or in a care facility or hospital.
Are essential workers or otherwise are required to work on the Sabbath.
Care for someone who is homebound and cannot be left alone.
Need sign-language interpretation.
Have allergies that put their health at risk in a meeting.
Streams and virtual meetings are not meant for the convenience of those who could reasonably attend in person. For example, the bishop does not authorize streaming of sacrament meeting for ward members who are traveling and could attend another ward.