GM all,
This is a follow-up to those who asked to see the workplace religious exemption that I composed. I mentioned that my product was not complete as there were elements which still needed to be added. Those elements include;
1-citing the policy directive/management decision emails/management directive which cites the actual mandate and consequences. This will be different for each of us, but should be an included element, along with citing the directives which explain HOW to submit any exemptions. In these two points you will demonstrate the orders and processes you are following to prove that you are following the process as given and those directives must be also be forwarded to your personal email in the event of termination and litigation at a later date. All correspondence related to this matter should be cc’d to your personal email for record keeping. They will also show timely compliance. Keep a record of EVERYTHING.
2-legal implications of the mandate. For this, please see below links.
First link is a short video from a bright mind, “the patriot nurse”, where she mentions a key point that didn’t occur to me and wasn’t included in my posted exemption narrative. DON’T mention your denominational affiliation. This is because some denominational leaders have spoken in favor of the vax and your firm/agency may cite that leader’s statement to refute your claim. A leader/pastor signature is not required, neither is affiliation required. Avoid this hazard. Here’s that link...
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YtdtmijG6xo
Second resource cites good counsel from the Rutherford Institute with some legal points and base narratives which you may wish to include in your closing statement;
PDF...
https://www.rutherford.org/files_images/general/2021_Vaccine_Exemption_Fact_Sheet.pdf
Model letter...
https://www.rutherford.org/files_images/general/2021_Vaccine_Exemption_Form_Letter.pdf
Additional note...
I asked the mods to delete the exception that I posted so that if my words were searched online they would reduce the reveal of my user name at FR to my employer, however I will PM it to you if requested. The good news I leaned from reading the RI links is that my initial draft encompasses much of what is in their guide.
Finally,a word of caution and encouragement...
Fear shuts down the part of our brain that handles problem solving.
While I share in all of your concerns, we’re not given to a spirit of fear.
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.”
Together, we’ll get through this!
Excellent + ThankQ! WWG1WGA :)
My company has a website to request religious and medical exemptions. The area where you get to state your case allows around as many characters as a tweet. I had to get straight to the point.
They try to frame it as a “request” for exemption. I instead framed it as I was “claiming” my exemption.
Please PM that exception to me.
mark
GM All,
Here is an additional thought for those in Federal service.
If you are above the minimum retirement age (MRA) and have at least ten years in service, you may be eligible for early retirement.
This is what I believe I will be doing. I’m 19.25 years and over the MRA. The up side to this decision is that I will retain my BC/BS health benefits for life. Also, a termination will not stain my resume for potential future jobs. The downn side, in my case, will be a 15% reduction in pay.
While this isn’t the perfect world option it is far better than the other negative consequences. I can work two days each week doing anything I’d enjoy and make up the 15% reduction.
The way I’m beginning to look at this...
1- this government has flat out posted that if anyone celebrate religious holidays, commemorates 9/11, believes the election was stolen, or is against COVID measures...that person is a potential “domestic terror threat”. Simply outrageous!
...well...by sending a strong religious exemption against covid measures, aren’t I checking two of the three boxes in their fantasy and outrageous claims? Further, once “outing” oneself to their claims, where does this potentially lead? How’s it going to unfold at the next background investigation, or security clearance? Furthermore, how will I be treated as a fighter against this tyranny? Will my workplace be enjoyable? Will I thrive? Will I be shunned? Will there be retaliation? It doesn’t look very promising.
2- Let’s say the religious, or medical exemption is accepted. Great. Then what? My guess is that this will result in mandatory weekly, or twice weekly testing. For me that’s 104 nasal probes with swabs that have me highly suspicious, or at the minimum false positives, but also what danger to they pose? I’ve seen too many videos of frightening issues related to the swabs, including DNA gathering, nano bots, swabs pre-infected with the coof, toxic carcinogenic chemicals in them, fibers which tear the lining of the nose and sinus and more.
Combining the two points and thinking ahead, with the observation that they continually move the goal posts,I have to wonder what the setup could be for the future.
At this point I am strongly leaning to early retirement. And isn’t it odd that nobody in my office suggested this as a real life option. I have to wonder why.
Anyway,I thought to share these notions that I’m noodling over in hope that it gives some inform an other, maybe better option, which maybe nobody discussed with you either. When the idea was shared with me last night, the person in another office had been told of this option very quietly by a supervisor who was highly reluctant to share to much information, as though it was not to be discussed with the employees. Maybe this is because if all those with more than ten years + MRA know then there would be MASSIVE retirements. I suspect it, because it is the easiest out from the mandate tyranny and the workforce loss would be epic. But that’s just my speculation.
I will gather more details about this option and appreciate any feedback that is instructive and helpful. I will probably exercise this option and put in my retirement package during the first week of November and then burn through my sick leave starting Friday after veteran’s day with a doctor’s note to excuse me from duties while I go through the three month processing time.
The reason for that day to be out sick is three-fold;
1- this will end the five day counseling period, which will then potentially begin the 14 day discipline period on Monday November 15.
2- By being on sick leave they cannot execute any disciplinary action as I remain on sick leave through the retirement date December 31
3- I’ll use the leave I earned. Well, most of it.
Here is the OPM guidelines;
https://www.opm.gov/retirement-services/fers-information/eligibility
I will still complete and share the final religious exemption and share with those who requested it, but it might not be until Monday when I send it. However, with all the above stated, my final exemption submission may not include my specific religious beliefs. Leftists hate Christians and to present my beliefs is to throw what’s precious to dogs. Self-preservation.
“Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you in pieces.” Mat 7:6
Best wishes.
No fear