COVID-19 Resources for Faith Communities: New Resources
New Resources
Resuming Care-filled Worship and Sacramental Life
An ecumenical group of theologians, scientists, physicians, pastors, bishops, and practitioners from United Methodist, Evangelical Lutheran, Episcopal, and Roman Catholic traditions, led by the Rev. Dr. L. Edward Phillips, Candler School of Theology, Emory University, have convened to provide protocols for Worship, Fellowship, and Sacraments during a time of pandemic.
Guidance as Congregations Consider Gathering Together in Person Again
This google docs folder collects a variety of guidance documents from various regional bodies of different Christian denominations as local congregations begin to plan for gathering in person again.
What Churches Really Think About Opening Up
Pastors who ignore coronavirus restrictions grab headlines. But most are being very careful about worship during the pandemic.
Guidance for Phasing Forward to In-Person Gatherings
The Southern New England Conference – United Church of Christ (SNEUCC) have been reviewing dozens of documents and websites on next steps for places of worship. This document is an integration and distilling of those resources tailored for their churches.
The Buddhist Chaplains on the Front Lines of the Pandemic
Four Buddhist chaplains, alumni and students of the Institute of Buddhist Studies, share the trials and lessons of their experience as essential workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sitting shiva via Zoom, it turns out, has its upsides
Some day we will be able to return to traditions currently on pause due to the global pandemic. And I will welcome them. But when we do, I hope innovations like streamed funerals and scheduled shiva calls are not soon forgotten, offering more flexible and meaningful ways for mourners to connect with one another in their grief.
Sikh doctor chooses to shave ‘in this time of need’
The COVID-19 crisis has compelled people around the planet to grapple with all manner of moral dilemmas. For Montreal physician Sanjeet Singh-Saluja, it has forced him into the difficult position of having to reconcile his medical oath with his religious values.
Pastoring in a Time of Pandemic
Solihten Institute and Samaritan Counseling Center of Atlanta present a live interactive webinar “Pastoring in a Time of Pandemic,” a conversation about the intersection of faith and mental health in these unprecedented times.
Mental Health in a Time of COVID-19 Webinar Series: Part 3-Task-Shifting To Address Increasing Challenges
Health and Human Services Partnership Center for Faith and Community Initiatives presents Part 3 of Mental Health in a Time of COVID-19 webinar series, “Task-Shifting to Address Increasing Challenges,”
‘I would do anything for a do-over’-Calgary church hopes others learn from their tragic COVID-19 experience
Members of a Calgary church ravaged by COVID-19 in the early days of the pandemic are sharing their stories of grief and healing, after Alberta’s chief medical health officer cited them as a cautionary tale.
Georgia church closes two weeks after reopening as families come down with coronavirus
A Georgia church that reopened after shutting down due to the coronavirus has axed in-person services again in what they describe as “an effort of extreme caution” as several of their families have become infected by the deadly disease.
COVID-19 Ramadan Toolkit
The Family and Youth Institute conducted a needs assessment about the concerns and needs of American Muslims as they prepare for a COVID-19 Ramadan–you can read about the findings here.
CDC-Funeral Guidance for Individuals and Families
Grieving the loss of a loved one during the fear and anxiety about the COVID-19 pandemic can be overwhelming. This guidance is for individuals and families as they work with funeral directors, community and religious leaders, and others to plan and hold funeral services and visitations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
As churches consider reopening buildings and resuming in-person worship, what can pastors expect?
Churches are looking toward re-opening buildings and resuming in-person worship. What can pastors expect to encounter as they lead their churches in the weeks and months to come?
A Cry to God Together: Lament in the Midst of Covid-19
The Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing offers a series of webinars exploring the public cry out to God regarding the loss of lives and livelihood during this pandemic each followed by a period of Q & A.