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With the increasing threat of the coronavirus (COVID-19), congregations and sessions are always encouraged to be mindful of the health of members and best practices for preventing the spread of disease. Sessions, pastoral leaders and members may find the below resources helpful to both educate themselves and guide discussions for congregational preparedness. Updates and additional resources will be shared as they are available.
STATEMENTS AND PRAYERS
Prayer for China and all impacted by COVID-19
PCUSA’s theology and worship office issues pastoral statement on the coronavirus
Advice from PCUSA General Counsel Mike Kirk about ways to help you from contracting the virus
HOW TO EDUCATE (Before and After)
The BETTER way to protect yourself from coronavirus (video)
CDC guidance for house of worship
Advice for churches from the surgeon general: Preparing your church for coronavirus
OTHER EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Fact sheet on coronavirus 2019
COVID-19: What you need to know (Board of Pensions’ Board University)
PDA Pandemic Preparedness Guide
Pittsburgh diocese announces Mass precautions due to coronavirus
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
World Health Organization