The Pastoral Center: A Faith Response to Coronavirus (April 2020)… Read the rest
Category: Public Health (Page 9 of 15)
In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful , the Most Compassionate.
The Fiqh Council of North America reiterates:
1: That masajids and Islamic centers shall strictly follow the health and state official guidelines for social gatherings and distancing. The Juma’, Jama’ah, Taraweeh and Eid al Fitr prayer shall be suspended until the ban on congregation is lifted.… Read the rest
[Corona Guidance editor’s note: This document was originally published on April 16, 2020, then updated on June 11 to include the technology section.]
In exceptional times, ordinances can usually be accomplished while exercising necessary precautions. For example, when communicable disease is a concern, those who perform ordinances should thoroughly wash their hands and may also use gloves and face masks.… Read the rest
The Covid19 pandemic has spread throughout the world and shows little sign of ending. Here in Japan, we have entered a new stage with the announcement of the state of emergency.
First, I wish to express our sincerest condolences to those in Japan and the rest of the world, who have passed on due to Covid19 pandemic.
The Forward (www.forward.com), April 13
Among the Jewish tradition’s most cherished values is the sanctity of human life. With a few notable exceptions, one must not endanger their life in order to fulfill a religious obligation. And one must violate even the most significant commandments in order to save another person’s life.… Read the rest
Sikh Coalition: Letter for healthcare professionals about hospital religious accommodations (March 22, updated April 7)… Read the rest
Among the many trying challenges we face in these dire times is the sorrow of isolation from one another, added to the deeper one of personal loss, as we accompany those beloved to us to their resting places.
Just as the current times demand that we now pray and study at home, the way to give honor to the dead during this pandemic is by staying at home.
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Guidelines for the Sacrament of Confession (April 6, 2020)… Read the rest
Tearfund: COVID-19 Guidance for the Local Church (undated, before April 2)… Read the rest
Rav Hershel Schachter, Rabbi Isaac Elhanan Theological Seminary
- Communal prayer with social distancing (March 31)
