Communities of Faith
In Alaska, we have seen clusters of cases associated with
places of worship as well as gatherings such as weddings and funerals.
This video conference will connect faith leaders to DHSS experts to ask
questions and learn more about how to gather in faith more safely.
Upcoming ECHO discussions
On the second Monday of every month at 2 pm,
leaders from faith communities are invited to join state health
officials on Zoom to discern how to best practice their beliefs while
keeping their staff and congregations safe. These conversations will
include services, funerals and weddings.
Recordings of past ECHO discussions
- Access all recordings and materials
- The Alaska Public Health Team provides updates on COVID-19 vaccines and testing
February 24, 2021
- Panelists discuss food, housing, employment, and financial resources available to Alaskans
January 11, 2021
- State of Alaska experts talking about Managing Strong Emotions in a Time of Covid-19
December 14, 2020
- Faith leaders talking about how they are planning for the holiday season
November 9, 2020
- Recorded discussion with the lead pastor at Wasilla Lake Church about his strategic approach to engage church leadership at all levels to take ownership of COVID-19 mitigation
October 12, 2020
- Recorded webinar with minister of Wasilla Bible Church discussing their mitigation plans
September 14, 2020
- Recorded webinar with Drs. Zink, Rothoff, and McLaughlin and leaders of Alaska’s faith communities
August 10, 2020
For more information about the calls, please contact echo@alaskachd.org or Karol.fink@alaska.gov
Guidance and Resources
For more information
For more information or additional guidance, please contact:
Karol Fink, MS, RDN
State of Alaska, State Contact for Large Gatherings and Events during COVID-19
907-310-8721
Karol.Fink@Alaska.gov