‘It’s Like a Lifeline.’ How Religious Leaders Are Helping People Stay Connected in a Time of Isolation

‘It’s Like a Lifeline.’ How Religious Leaders Are Helping People Stay Connected in a Time of Isolation

by | Apr 8, 2020 | Community, Community Support, Congregation, Coronavirus Resources, Eldercare Programs, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, Online Materials, Other, Outreach to those who face vulnerabilities, Pastoral Care, Religion in partnership with public health practice, Website/Web Platform

Services and informal groups are moving online, while others are organizing help for elderly congregants

Guidance for Faith Communities & Places of Worship

Guidance for Faith Communities & Places of Worship

by | Apr 8, 2020 | Chaplaincy, Community, Community Support, Congregational Care, Congregational Preparation, Coronavirus Resources, Eldercare, Eldercare Programs, Food Pantries, Health Ministries, Homeless Ministries, Homeless Programs, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, Outreach to those who face vulnerabilities, Pastoral Care, Pastoral Care, Printed Materials, Printed Materials/Fact Sheets, Specialized Ministries, Useful Models/Platforms, Worship Resources/Support

Guidance document developed by World Vision for faith leaders to prevent the spread of coronavirus and to prevent misinformation about the virus in their communities.

With churches closing, US priest offers drive thru confessions

With churches closing, US priest offers drive thru confessions

by | Apr 8, 2020 | Community, Community Support, Congregation, Congregational Care, Coronavirus Resources, Experiences in responding to the outbreak, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, Other, Pastoral Care, Religion in partnership with public health practice, Rituals, Website/Web Platform

Father Scott Holmer sits on a chair in the parking lot of St. Edward Church in Bowie, Md., and parishioners confess from the front seat of their cars.