Before class, we were asked to reflect on how faith communities have responded to COVID-19, as well as changes in our personal rituals. Firstly, I must say that I have been reflecting on the definition of “ritual.” What makes something “ritualistic”? What defines a habit differently than a ritual? I have learned to consider a…

In reflecting on tonight’s class regarding the pandemic and spirituality, I came into the session burdened by the readings and topic. While many Candler students in our class stated that they have not had much space to discuss the pandemic in their classes, I have discussed it quite often in mine. This paired with the…