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Being Church during a Challenging Time 
During these extra-ordinary times, as we practice social and physical distancing, we continue to be 'church' - the living and loving body of Christ. We are learning together about new ways to foster community, care and support during this time.  
We have transitioned to online forms of ministry to make connecting with us easier during this time. This website page is devoted to gathering resources that can offer support.  


May God's peace and love surround you during these days!   
- Blessings,  Pastor Steven Loweth
Wellness, Mental Health, and COVID-19

 
Coping with Stress and Grief During COVID-19
These are a few resource online links you might like to see.

You can call 211 for Social Assistance


For Seniors and Vulnerable Persons
www.toronto.ca/home/covid-19/covid-19-financial-social-support-for-people/covid-19-seniors-vulnerable-people/

Mental Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic (Source:  Centre for Addiction and Mental Health)
http://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-health-and-covid-19
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Compassion in the time of COVID-19 (Source:  Healthcare Chaplaincy Network, USA)
https://www.atimeforcompassion.org/
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How to grieve loved ones when funerals aren't an option (Source:  Huffington Post)
https://www.huffingtonpost.ca/entry/how-to-grieve-loved-ones-no-funerals_l_5e84b3cfc5b65dd0c5d7dbcd
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How to Grieve in Isolation:  Dealing with Grief after COVID-19 (Source:  Teen Vogue)
https://www.teenvogue.com/story/how-to-grieve-in-isolation-covid-19

From CAMH:  An excellent online article about coping with anxiety and stress during COVID-19:  
https://www.camh.ca/en/health-info/mental-health-and-covid-19#coping

City of Toronto Resource
​www.toronto.ca/home/covid-19/covid-19-protect-yourself-others/covid-19-mental-health-resources/

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How to cope with bereavement (Source:  Psychology Today)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/bravery-in-bereavement/202004/how-cope-bereavement-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
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Five ways to support a friend who lost someone to COVID-19 (Source:  Prevention)
https://www.prevention.com/health/mental-health/a32066718/how-to-support-a-friend-coronavirus-death/




​I was happy to receive this picture of a puzzle made by Corinne. She is not online but her son Steven was able to send this to me. 
Thank you.
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