by IHP | May 19, 2020 | Community, Congregation, Coronavirus Resources, Impact on religious communities, Infection Control Guidance, New Resources, Reporting on religion and the outbreak, Website/Web Platform
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.
by IHP | May 19, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, Impact on religious communities, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, New Resources, Observing holy days in accordance with public health practice, Other, Religion in partnership with public health practice, Website/Web Platform
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.
by IHP | May 19, 2020 | Chaplaincy, Community, Coronavirus Resources, Guidance for handling the body during burial rituals, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, New Resources, Other, Reimagining burial rituals, Specialized Ministries, Website/Web Platform
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.
by IHP | May 19, 2020 | Clergy self-care, Community Support, Congregation, Congregational Care, Coronavirus Resources, Infection Control Guidance, New Resources, Other, Pastoral Care, Reopening Houses of Worship, Spiritual Reflection, Website/Web Platform
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?
by IHP | May 6, 2020 | Community Support, Coronavirus Resources, Digital platforms for faith leaders, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, Other, Technical Support for Online Platforms, Useful Models/Platforms, Website/Web Platform, Worship Resources/Support
Amanda Quraishi, Rabbi Joshua Stanton, and Dr. Simran Jeet Singh each shared their distinct, yet intersecting approaches to online Interfaith Leadership. Over the course of the Webinar the panelists covered essential elements of online interfaith leadership.
by IHP | May 6, 2020 | Chaplaincy, Community, Congregational Care, Coronavirus Resources, Health Ministries, Health Ministries, Individual, Infection Control Guidance, Online Support, Outreach to those who face vulnerabilities, Pastoral Care, Website/Web Platform
The National Association of Catholic Chaplains coronavirus page offers resources (webinars, spiritual care rituals and services, COVID self-care, etc.) as well links to news stories being written about chaplaincy and spiritual care ministry.