Coronavirus Information and Support
I want to stress a few points as we all seek to navigate these chaotic waters together.
1) I am available to anyone who wants/needs direct pastoral care during this time. You can call (615) 262-0224 or email me at joel.emerson@memoriallutherantn.org. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me. Sometimes when we are working through the unknowns of this life, it is helpful just to talk and pray together.
2) Speaking of...please stay in touch with each other in the coming weeks. Being supportive of each other is so important and we are the body of Christ, not just individuals with a common faith in Jesus.
3) There is a lot of misinformation circulating out there. Please be sure that you are getting and sharing the most recent information directly from the most knowledgeable sources. You can always get reliable and current information from the CDC.
4) Please take the instructions on social distancing seriously and practice them as best you can. This is particular challenging for those of us involved in a religious community as that is one of the most social things out there. But from every reliable and informed medical source I can find, our ability to practice social distancing in the coming weeks may well be the difference in this outbreak having catastrophic impacts on people's lives.,
5) Pray throughout each day that God will give us strength and courage during these coming months.
6) Do the things in your life at home that bring you peace and joy...listen to your favorite music, play games with your loved ones, meditate, read your favorite author...whatever helps you to find peace and joy in your life.
Well, that is preachy enough don't you think! I love you all and am praying for you daily.
Pastor Joel
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