COVID-19 Archives - Brethren in Christ U.S.

Pandemic Prepared

Impact + Profiles

Pandemic Prepared

This article was originally written in January 2021 for our 2020 Annual Report. Since then, India has experienced significant impact from the COVID-19 pandemic. Please join us in praying for the BIC Church in India as they face this challenge… Read On

Published June 18, 2021

Cultivating an Online Faith Community

Culture & Perspectives + Impact

Cultivating an Online Faith Community

Because of group gathering restrictions, many churches were forced to turn to online worship services in 2020. While this change was unexpected, it provided an opportunity for leaders to adapt and rethink what church looks like. We invited pastors… Read On

Published April 28, 2021

Open Doors in the Time of COVID

Culture & Perspectives

Open Doors in the Time of COVID

The weight of COVID fell more heavily on some than others in 2020. Homeless populations and addiction communities faced unique challenges brought about by the pandemic and subsequent shutdowns. In the midst of these trials, two Brethren in Christ… Read On

Published January 14, 2021

BIC U.S. Releases Additional $27,578 from Global Compassion Fund for COVID Relief

BIC U.S. Releases Additional $27,578 from Global Compassion Fund for COVID Relief

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect communities around the world, we have been listening closely to our global community for opportunities to provide continued aid and support. In May, we reported that over $36,000 had been distributed from… Read On

Published December 2, 2020

Pandemic Lessons from My Grandmother

Culture & Perspectives

Pandemic Lessons from My Grandmother

I sat quietly at a row of long rectangular tables. My wife, Heather, and my two-year-old son Lucas sat to my left, with my sister, brother-in-law, and nephew adjacent to us. Country renditions of familiar hymns flowed from an inconspicuous speaker… Read On

Published September 9, 2020

Global Compassion Fund Releases $36,590 for Essential Supplies Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Global Compassion Fund Releases $36,590 for Essential Supplies Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

As countries lockdown to contain the spread of COVID-19, many communities surrounding BIC churches are experiencing a time of great need. Lockdowns have prevented vulnerable populations who live day to day from going out to earn money for food… Read On

Published May 29, 2020