In This Together.

I have not said anything so far about COVID-19 because I thought that enough was being said in the media already.

Apart from observing basic health initiatives there is little that we can say.

I do not believe that COVID-19 is punishment from God of any sort.

Those who are suggesting such things are misguided opportunists with no social conscience.

Neither do I believe that any sort of religious affiliation will make you immune to the virus.

As we have seen the virus is no respecter of persons.

People from all ranks of society can catch it and die.

But it is not a universal death sentence.  People have caught the virus and recovered.

So there's hope.

My personal take on the situation is that we are all in this together.

Everyone in the world is vulnerable.

So we can put aside our differences and our conflicts and work together to overcome this pandemic.

International goodwill will see governments assisting each other in an effort to contain the virus.

We can rejoice in a new sense of shared humanity.

But it is a long road ahead and we must adapt to the new realities.

Staying at home, many alone, is a big change for many.  The telephone and the Internet can help to relieve the isolation.

The new reality of no church may see a renewed sense of community and concern among Christians and other religions alike.

We are all in this together, no matter what your religion.

God is with the health workers and the helpers.

His mercy and His love surround us all.

So stay home and stay well.

My prayers are with you.

May God be with you also.   


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