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The social determinants of health are the structural determinants and conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work, and age, and includes one’s neighborhood and built environment, economic stability, social and community context, health and healthcare, and education. The social determinants of COVID-19 are on full display here in the United States and the … Continue reading The Social Implications of a Medical Crisis
#FlattenTheCurve
The phrase “flatten the curve” has been thrown around a lot as it relates to social distancing during the coronapocalypse. But what does that actually mean? Many believe that social distancing has been implemented to keep us from getting sick — and that’s half true. The full truth is that we’re social distancing to flatten … Continue reading #FlattenTheCurve
From Panic To Possibility In A Time of Coronavirus
In this moment of the nation clamoring for hand sanitizers, disinfectants and alcohol, this song “Give Me A Clean Heart” by Dr. Margaret Douroux has been on my mind. Here is it sung by gospel singer Le’Andria Johnson: We have indeed been through a week where we have watched so many options for community, congregation … Continue reading From Panic To Possibility In A Time of Coronavirus
Why I Gave Up Cable News for Lent
“Then he said to them all, “If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me… What does it profit them if they gain the whole world, but lose or forfeit themselves?” – Luke 9:23-2 Before my reckoning, my day would look something like this: … Continue reading Why I Gave Up Cable News for Lent
A Liturgical Re-Reading of the Beatitudes
I identify as a queer femme, part of the Chinese-American diaspora, and seek grounding and hope in the Christian faith. My church community was reading through the Beatitudes a few weeks ago, and I couldn’t help but see the contrast between the invitation of the text and the headlines in the news. This litany is … Continue reading A Liturgical Re-Reading of the Beatitudes
Skip the New Year’s Shame
Content Warning: depression, suicidal thoughts, mental illness New Year, New Me! It’s an annual lie that heaps shame on the heads of those of us who are already doing our best just to survive. I could make up a million resolutions and in a few months I would likely still struggle with suicidal thoughts. still … Continue reading Skip the New Year’s Shame