theological resources
These resources could contribute to theological reflection and faith formation in the context of Covid-19 and vulnerable populations.
holy week
jesus APPEARED
The Psalms; Lockdown & Shelter
The creativity and radicality of Acts
other reflections
The Warehouse: Proximity and Solidarity
The Warehouse is part of many coalitions of churches and FBOs who are coordinating efforts during this time. One of the most important roles Church leaders can play at this time is in community-level, locally initiated and organised groups that exist to provide a response to the particular issues faced by their communities.
"As a community rooted in proximity to and solidarity with those living in poverty, those in pain and those bearing the brunt of inequality, we join the work that God is doing in the world, being nourished by the Holy Spirit and following the example of how Jesus lived and what he taught."
These words appear in The Warehouse's strategic framework as one of the core aspects of our identity.
We do our best to be guided by this value in all of our work and priorities, and the current moment is no exception. We take Jesus at his word when he describes his mission (and therefore ours as the Church) as being good news to the poor. This newsletter seeks to help our theology, our worldview and our action be formed and informed by solidarity with the most vulnerable and marginalised in our society - in general, and more specifically during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. It contains the following content:
- A thought piece by Craig Stewart exploring the wisdom that 2 Kings 7 can offer to us in considering our response to the COVID-19 pandemic
- A thought piece by Caroline Powell, advocating for church buildings to be sites of care for the COVID-19 response
- Guidelines on how to set up or get involved in local responses via Local Ecumenical Action Networks (LEANs), as encouraged by the South African Council of Churches
- A way for churches wishing to offer their sites and resources as Care Centres for the COVID-19 response to register and receive resources
"As a community rooted in proximity to and solidarity with those living in poverty, those in pain and those bearing the brunt of inequality, we join the work that God is doing in the world, being nourished by the Holy Spirit and following the example of how Jesus lived and what he taught."
These words appear in The Warehouse's strategic framework as one of the core aspects of our identity.
We do our best to be guided by this value in all of our work and priorities, and the current moment is no exception. We take Jesus at his word when he describes his mission (and therefore ours as the Church) as being good news to the poor. This newsletter seeks to help our theology, our worldview and our action be formed and informed by solidarity with the most vulnerable and marginalised in our society - in general, and more specifically during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. It contains the following content:
- A thought piece by Craig Stewart exploring the wisdom that 2 Kings 7 can offer to us in considering our response to the COVID-19 pandemic
- A thought piece by Caroline Powell, advocating for church buildings to be sites of care for the COVID-19 response
- Guidelines on how to set up or get involved in local responses via Local Ecumenical Action Networks (LEANs), as encouraged by the South African Council of Churches
- A way for churches wishing to offer their sites and resources as Care Centres for the COVID-19 response to register and receive resources
songs
This song is from Italy's most famous band in the 70's. They have donated the copyrights to Bergamo Hospital. Every click on the video means a gift, because YouTube pays the owner of those copyrights per click. In Bergamo hospital, 800 people died yesterday alone. So share this video as much as possible.
Nneka's official music video for 'Heartbeat':
Song released a day before South- African Lockdown in response - Karen Zoid feat. Neil Sandilands & Early B:
Theological articles and video clips
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‘None of Us Have a Fear of Corona’: The Faithful at an Outbreak’s Center
Asian cardinal says Communist Party to blame for covering up COVID-19
How religion is playing a role in the spread of coronavirus in Korea
7 Lessons from Singapore’s Churches for When the Coronavirus Reaches Yours
COVID-19: Churches in Asia advise for prudence in COVID19 outbreak
SA faith communities and Covid-19: Between religious belief and political idiocy
Beyond catastrophe: We might all be better people once the Covid-19 crisis has subsided
COVID-19 During Passover: Balancing Health and Tradition
How coronavirus challenges Muslims’ faith and changes their lives
Fear not, sneer not: A healthy Christian response to COVID-19
COVID-19: Sovereignty without resurrection is just opium
Religion in the age of Coronavirus
COVID-19: Responding Faithfully
‘None of Us Have a Fear of Corona’: The Faithful at an Outbreak’s Center
Asian cardinal says Communist Party to blame for covering up COVID-19
How religion is playing a role in the spread of coronavirus in Korea
7 Lessons from Singapore’s Churches for When the Coronavirus Reaches Yours
COVID-19: Churches in Asia advise for prudence in COVID19 outbreak
SA faith communities and Covid-19: Between religious belief and political idiocy
Beyond catastrophe: We might all be better people once the Covid-19 crisis has subsided
COVID-19 During Passover: Balancing Health and Tradition
How coronavirus challenges Muslims’ faith and changes their lives
Fear not, sneer not: A healthy Christian response to COVID-19
COVID-19: Sovereignty without resurrection is just opium
Religion in the age of Coronavirus
COVID-19: Responding Faithfully