Caring for our workers

Comedians suffer from depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. The well-known cases of Robin Williams and John Belushi highlighted this growing issue among comedians. 

In his new book, comedian John Moe, writes about his own personal struggle with depression. His book entitled “The Hilarious World of Depression”, documents his life-long wrestle to overcome depression. He tells why he believes he drove his brother to suicide. He tells of his severe depression that impacted his career but led him to create a podcast where he interviews dozens of comedians and their mental health issues.

What is so illuminating is his honest and star...

A pastor in the PSD sent me a link for a panel of experts discussing challenges and changes for funerals in the age of the COVID-19. The leader of this panel is Dr. Kenneth Doka, a graduate of Concordia Seminary, St Louis, 1973. Dr Doka is an international and national leader in the Hospice Movement. He is joined by two nationally well-known funeral directors who operate many funeral homes on the east coast.

This panel was convened for pastors, grief counselors, funeral home directors, and others involved in helping families in this time of uncertainty. As you listen to it, you might want to take notes and identify issues that come to your min...