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Estudio bíblico: Reintegrar a la comunidad a los que sanaron
Thursday, Mar 12, 2020Este estudio bíblico es excelente para grupos eclesiásticos o se puede completar individuamente. Durante epidemias y pandemias, inspírense en la manera en que líderes religiosos de la Biblia implementaron medidas de seguridad para lidiar con la lepra, una enfermedad que se contagia cuando se toca a un enfermo.
Recomendaciones litúrgicas en reacción a una epidemia
Tuesday, Mar 10, 2020Éstas son recomendaciones litúrgicas relativas a la intinción, el uso en común de un cáliz y otras prácticas vinculadas a la comunión durante epidemia y pandemias. Finalmente, las decisiones se deben tomar en colaboración con el liderazgo de la iglesia y las autoridades de salud pública, basadas en las preferencias locales y las inquietudes de seguridad.
Liturgical Recommendations in Response to Epidemics
Tuesday, Mar 10, 2020These are liturgical recommendations concerning intiction, using a common cup and other communion related practices during epidemics and pandemics. Ultimately, decisions should be made in collaboration with Church leadership and health authorities, based on local preferences and safety concerns.
Training Module: Matching Gifts and Needs After a Disaster
Wednesday, Jan 17, 2018By going through the Matching Gifts and Needs After A Disaster module, leaders are able to name the people, places and things they have access to that can help groups of people who are disproportionately impacted by a disaster.
How To: Hold a Service of Lament After Violence | Isla Vista, California
Tuesday, Jul 05, 2016Despite community pressure to return to normal six months after the killing of seven students in a California college town, a visiting priest saw the need for a special liturgy of lament and healing. Her creative work led to a series of services throughout the diocese in response to gun violence.
Tips & Lessons: Post-Disaster Advice for Clergy | New Orleans, LA
Monday, Nov 02, 2015Clergy-to-clergy, the Rev. Bill Terry provides advice based on his experience in Hurricane Katrina, during which his church provided physical and spiritual needs to the impacted community. Terry addresses pastoral care, self care, donation management and well as general disaster response management tips.
Ministering to Children After a Disaster (Grades K-5)
Monday, Jan 13, 2014Young children (pre-K through 5th grade) can be particularly traumatized by the effects of a disaster. We can help them express and affirm their feelings of confusion, sadness, and anger while also reminding them how much they and all they love are still cared for by Jesus the Good Shepherd.