Grieving a ‘hidden tragedy’ of pandemic
The quiet victims during the worldwide coronavirus pandemic have been those grieving the death of a loved one.
Bob Brehl: Back-to-the-future pandemic activities
While in a bulk food store recently, complying with social distancing rules, I was led around by an employee whose job was to scoop out items I wanted and bag them.
Alpha Canada continues to offer gateway to faith
Alpha evangelistic courses have been engaging both young and old in what it means to be Christian for over 40 years — and a pandemic wasn’t about to stop that mission.
Speaking Out: Reclaiming time during pandemic
It has been over two months since the enacting of shelter-in-place and social distancing orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The coronavirus has forced us into new circumstances, going forward in an uncharted “new normal.”
Clinic dealing with grief, isolation issues
Perhaps the frustrations of being a priest in a time of pandemic can be no better summed up than in the anguish that followed the slaughter of 22 people in Nova Scotia.
I received the call about the COVID-19 outbreak at my father’s long-term care home during dinner. A staff member had tested positive.
A hermit’s guide to handling loneliness
Loneliness is certainly not unique to this time of pandemic, but it is no surprise that under quarantine we are lonelier than ever.
Educators adapting to distance learning
Educators across Ontario have rejigged curriculum to meet the needs of quarantined students and many seem to have found their virtual teaching groove — but not without challenges.
Ian Hunter: Quarantine does have an agreeable side
Who knows how long this will last? Certainly not I. Although there are times I think I know as much about this never-before-seen virus as those white-coated “experts” who hold forth incessantly before the camera’s ravening eye.
Speaking Out: A chance for a spiritual reset
Nearly a year ago, I began physical therapy for a medical condition. The need for it came at a difficult time as I was excited about starting a new job and moving out for the first time.
Homeless advocates make a plea for help
Doctors and homeless advocates are demanding government action to address what they call an inadequate response to COVID-19 outbreaks among Toronto’s homeless.
Jesus 2020: A clay model for the times
Sculptor Timothy Schmalz was staring straight into the face of Lucifer when he decided he must carry on with his annual Easter tradition.
Jesuits prepared to be an online ‘friend’
Canada’s Jesuits are standing by, waiting for your call. A new “Talk to a Friend” service hopes to break through the social isolation of people dutifully staying at home to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Bob Brehl: Grief manifests in a lockdown world
Throughout this pandemic lockdown, everyone must be going through a range of emotions at various times, from fear and anxiety to frustration and lethargy.