EXECUTIVE ORDER 2020-38 / (COVID-19 EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 36)
Restoring Illinois –Protecting Our Communities
LINK HERE TO PDF EXECUTIVE ORDER 2020-38
4. Exemptions. (This is found on page eight of the document.)
a. Free exercise of religion. This Executive Order does not limit the free exercise of religion. To protect the health and safety of faith leaders, staff, congregants and visitors, religious organizations and houses of worship are encouraged to consult and follow the recommended practices and guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health.3As set forth in the IDPH guidelines, the safest practices for religious organizations at this time are to provide services online, in a drive-in format, or outdoors(and consistent with social distancing requirements and guidance regarding wearing face coverings), and to limit indoor services to10 people. Religious organizations are encouraged to take steps to ensure social distancing, the use of face coverings, and implementation of other public health measures.