Loneliness Awareness Week continues

Loneliness Awareness Week continues

Reflection

“The most terrible poverty is loneliness, and the feeling of being unloved.”
–St. Teresa of Calcutta

Prayer

Loving God,

As we continue observing Loneliness Awareness Week, empower us as a ministry and as people of conscience, to keep our attention focused on those who are suffering from a lack of community and connection. May our mission send us deeper in works of service and advocacy, extending compassion on behalf of those who are socially poor alongside those who are poor and vulnerable in other ways, too. Whether our patients and families or our colleagues and neighbors, let your loving embrace for this one human family inspire each of us to become more aware of the lonely and to welcome them into our circle of concern and belonging. In your name we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

Recognize Loneliness Awareness Week by becoming aware of the many resources available inside and outside the ministry, helping to respond to social isolation. Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis lifeline, as needed; or contact Spiritual Health Teleservices at 1-800-890-0546 (VirtualChaplain@bsmhealth.org).