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COVID-19 and Catholic Social Teaching and Ignatian Wisdom for Troubled Times

PRAYERS	Videos and Reflections	MASS and Liturgies
Prayer for Care for Creation Parents! An Invitation to a Little Peace...>> Pope Francis announces series of talks on Catholic social doctrine in light of Covid-19 pandemic>> Pope Francis asks us to pray for Beirut, Lebanon>> Xavier University offers a collection of Ignatian prayers, quotes, reflections, and other resources at JesuitResource.org>>. Prayer & Reflection: Examen for Racism>> A link to information which is important to know about the Supreme Court Decision. Pray for DACA>> Prayer to Overcome Racism>> Song: Be Not Afraid by Catholic Artists from Home>> Examen for Teens with Anxiety>>” The article is a helpful approach to the Examen for anyone experiencing anxiety in these difficult days. Praise Song for the Pandemic by Words and narration by Christine Valters Paintner AbbeyoftheArts.com Sacred Space: Your Daily Prayer Online Pray As You Stay https://pray-as-you-go.org/p/s/2759 Pray as You Go Podcasts Pray the Examen https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qKpOHgBnLeU&feature=youtu.be A Prayer Amid an Epidemic An Ignatian Examen for Life During COVID-19 A Prayer of Solidarity Hope & Community in time of Coronavirus USCCB Prayers, Links to Liturgies and more Magnificat	What is Ignatian Spirituality?>> Explore the Jesuits East website>> Fr. Shea Vocation Article CNH page 32 http://catholicnewsherald.com/home-page/current-edition When We Can't Have What We Want by Vinita Hampton Wright>> Black Lives Matter by Jose Arnulfo Cabrera, Ignatian Solidarity Network Devotional: We Will Breathe Again From the blog Caffeinated Catholic, a prayer series on racism that engages scripture in a very Ignatian way. Interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, a graduate of multiple Jesuit institutions - Regis HS NYC, and the College of the Holy Cross, MA Dr. Fauci's Jesuit Education Helped Prepare Him for this... from AMDG A Jesuit Podcast >> Five Things the Spiritual Exercises Taught Me About Jesus What is the benefit of the Spiritual Exercises? Becky Eldredge shares five things she learned about Jesus through her experience of the retreat. To learn more about making the Spiritual Exercises click here. America magazine: How Can Catholics Help Lead Fight Against Racism Engaging in a Racial Examination of Conscience US Bishops' Combating Racism page>> For Catholics and all believers, racism is more than a moral and national failure; it is a sin and a test of faith. At this Public Dialogue four African-Americans—an archbishop, an academic leader, a pro-life advocate, and an anti-poverty leader—helped us understand and act in response to this crisis.See this webinar from Georgetown Unvi. - https://youtu.be/JX1Ov5F4sZY PEACE AND JUSTICE - The Ignatian Way>> CATHOLIC NONVIOLENCE INITIATIVE Celebrate the 5th Anniversary of Pope Francis ' Laudato Si ' for all of us & the earth ! Stories of Hope CRS	How to make a Spiritual Communion Diocese of Charlotte Catholic Churches Listing of Jesuit Parishes Vatican News YouTube Catholic Current (USCCB) Mass Resources and Prayer https://catholiccurrent.org/covid19/ Sunday Connection for families St Peter Church Videos on YouTube
	Give Us This Day The Word Among Us
	Catholic News Herald link http://catholicnewsherald.com/
	North Carolinians can call the Hope4NC Helpline to talk with trained counselors who provide emotional support and share resources on building coping skills during times of crisis. Additional resources and information: Managing Overall Health and Wellness Resources
	Charlotte's "Count on Me CLT" initiative

Practice Good Hygiene Please follow the following good hygiene practice to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 from MeckNC.gov:

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning product.
Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60%–95% alcohol.
Practice social distancing by staying at home and staying at least six feet distant when you do need to go out.

NC Division of Public Health NC COVID19 Updates https://www.ncdhhs.gov/press-releases?field_agency_department_tid=All&field_press_release_terms_tid=688

Center for Disease Control : www.cdc.gov/COVID19

Please keep the sick, caregivers and all healthcare workers in your prayers as we respond to the current coronavirus outbreak.

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