During this time of uncertainty, misinformation is being circulated. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has compiled a list of some frequent myths surrounding COVID-19. Here is a quick list of facts: Currently, there is no national lockdown FEMA has not deployed military troops. Each state’s governor is responsible for their state’s response. You do not need to stockpile groceries …
COVID-19: Recommended Preventative Practices and FAQs for Faith-based and Community Leader The Center for Faith and Opportunity Initiatives (U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services) has develop these COVID-19 recommendations and FAQs for faith-based and community leaders. Learn More (pdf) The Coronavirus, the Elderly, and the Church With increasing numbers of cases of coronavirus and the vulnerability of many, especially …
How can churches get ahead of this public health crisis in light of increasing reluctance of people to gather in groups of any size? This question was posed by my friend, Dr. Richard Bergstrom, in his recent newsletter article “I’m thinking about giving up church for Lent”. Bergstrom is president of ChurchHealth, a non-profit organization focused on renewal, coaching, and …
AgingCare Newsletter Kim Barnett, MSW | March 16, 2020 Older people are known to be more at risk of serious illness due to coronavirus, especially those with pre-existing conditions and those who are immune compromised. The majority of older adults do not live in residential facilities and instead are cared for by family members, therefore the coronavirus outbreak is especially worrisome for …
Lawrenceburg (Tennessee) First United Methodist Church (UMC) received a $10,000 grant from the Golden Cross Foundation, a ministry of the Tennessee Conference of The United Methodist Church. The grant was used to update restrooms, purchase large print hymnals, broadcast the 10:30 a.m. worship service via a local radio station, add a cement ramp into the education building and food pantry, …