Connecting during social distancing: This week's resources for Holy Week and navigating COVID-19

Presbyterian Outlook COVID-19 news & resources Friends, We will surely remember this Holy Week. As we consider the pain and suffering of Christ's passion, we cannot help but think of those reeling from this pandemic. We hold fast to the truth that Jesus will not abandon us. We cling to the hope that Easter is coming. We rest in the promise of Christ's peace that passes understanding. We give thanks for you, your ministry and your witness to the steadfast love of God no matter the circumstances.  We invite you to use our weekly lectionary reflections, "Looking into the lectionary" for worship, Bible study or devotions. Please check our website or follow us on social media for the most up-to-date materials. You can find all of the Outlook's COVID-19 stories with this link and you can find all of our new worship resources here. How can we support you? Are there other resources that would be helpful? Let us know. And if these free materials are helpful to you, please consider making a donation to help us keep providing theologically sound content for the church. Grace and peace, Jill Duffield  Worship resources Order of service for Easter Sunday Liturgy by Jill Duffield A mindful Maundy Thursday By Jill Duffield Family faith formation at home for Maundy Thursday By Rebecca Davis Family faith formation at home for Good Friday By Rebecca Davis Lenten devotion video: The symbol of towels Towels remind us of Jesus’ servant leadership and also his compassionate care. We invite you to enter into a time of prayer and reflection through this guided meditation. Watch video News & Ministry Aids Good Friday litany Good Friday litany of penitence based on the Last Seven Words of Christ. By Jill Duffield. READ MORE Virtual General Assembly: How should the PC(USA) do this? Facing intense deadline pressure, the Committee on the Office of the General Assembly is considering both the possibility of a shortened assembly (maybe two days) that would deal with essential business only, and the idea of a full virtual assembly stretched out for a month, from June 19 to July 18. READ MORE Preaching resurrection during a pandemic Preaching Easter hope during COVID-19: Resurrection surprises with life amidst the thin grey hue at the end of the night when anxiety and despair have wearied our bodies. READ MORE Hope is not canceled A pastor reflects on the grief over not having in-person worship on Palm Sunday — and the hope that sustains. READ MORE Prayer of thanks for animals Creator God, as the days lengthen and our world contracts, we give you thanks for the animals all around us. READ MORE Are these resources helpful to your ministry or faith practice? Please make a donation today. Every amount helps! Donations help us create additional resources to serve the church. PRESBYTERIAN OUTLOOK | [www.pres-outlook.org]  ‌  ‌

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