TCP PRESENTS: FAITH & the Covid-19 vaccination

On February 10th, we invited Bishop Horace E. Smith, M.D. and Ulysses W. Burley, M.D. to answer questions local pastors had about the vaccines, which you can now view here on Facebook. We hope you'll find this information helpful!

RESOURCES shared by Dr. Burley & Dr. Smith:

- https://coronaviruspreventionnetwork.org/

- https://theblackidea.com/

**CLERGY ARE NOW ELIGIBLE FOR VACCINATIONS** please contact your local healthcare provider. (More details at 56:27​ of video)

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Video Timestamps

00:00​ Welcome / About The Chicago Partnership

01:56​ Introducing Bishop Horace E. Smith, M.D.

02:20​ Introducing Ulysses W. Burley III, M.D.

03:21​ Opening the conversation

03:36​ What is Covid-19? What makes it different from other viruses?

11:29​ Will we need to just live with Covid-19 or is there a chance of eradication?

13:47​ Dr. Smith, what has been the most surprising as a medical practitioner and pastor?

17:11​ Can minority communities trust the vaccine?

24:48​ How have the vaccines been developed so quickly?

31:45​ What are some of the negative consequences of the vaccine? If you've already had Covid-19, do you need the vaccine?

38:25​ Why are some medical professionals not taking the vaccine?

43:36​ What are some resources for people?

52:52​ Dr. Smith, what is your advice to pastors looking to reconvene services? Are pastors considered essential workers? When can they be vaccinated?

56:27​ Final thoughts with Dr. Burley - clergy now in 1B and now eligible for the vaccine

60:55 Wrap up / Announcements
- Next event: Wednesday, March 10th at 11 am
- Food boxes available for churches to distribute, contact Brian Dye