Ordained and Lay people in church leadership are being asked to change how they operate, at a high rate, all whilst under pressure from local organisations and vulnerable people. If we constantly hear a narrative of fear, that can rub off and have detrimental effects on us as well.
Good practice has not changed when it comes to looking after ourselves, taking time off and processing what we are going through. Fortunately, we are amongst a huge number of people who understand the difficulties involved, and are only a phonecall away.
- Mental Health hub page
This page covers emergency lines and includes resources and contacts of all sorts - MH reflections published by the Church of England
- Facebook group for those in church leadership
This is a private group for clergy and lay leaders in the Diocese of Gloucester to share their concerns, ideas and advice – click ‘Join Group’ - Communications team
If you need support dealing with the media then please contact our Comms team. We are here to support you. - Guidance for ministers as the crisis deepens
An article on community patterns, what to expect from a crisis - Retreating at Home
A meditative resource written for this context by Catherine Williams
