The loss of ritual
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The models tell us social distancing is a necessary evil. Isolation limits the spread of the novel coronavirus and slows the most serious cases of COVID-19.
But humans are social creatures. How do we cope with the loss of significant gatherings, like weekly faith services, extended family dinners — not to mention the bigger touchstones of burying a loved one, or celebrating new life?
Thursday on MPR News with Kerri Miller, we spoke with two spiritual leaders and thinkers about what it means — and how we can still sustain each other — when we can’t come together.
Guests:
Stephanie Williams O’Brien, pastor of Mill City Church in Minneapolis and author of “Stay Curious”
Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith Youth Core
To listen to the full conversation you can use the audio player above.
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