The Archives is prompted by the new coronavirus to consider how past efforts have been addressed by The Episcopal Church.  Inquirers have asked how the Church addressed the influenza pandemic of 1918.  Responses to that pandemic were led by parishes and dioceses who provided relief services appropriate to the needs of their communities and the safety of their congregants.

Thanks to diocesan archivist Michael Krasulski for sending us his parishing gleanings.

Familiar themes emerge in recalling past parish and diocesan efforts.  Does your diocese or parish have a story about its experience during the 1918 pandemic?  Send us a story, link, or reference to add to our list.  Our findings are available alongside a compilation of stories on local experiences.