The Power of Touch
One of the difficult things during the pandemic is not being able to hug family and friends. Grandparents can only see their grandchildren on the other side of the window. Some people have lost a loved one and we want to hug them, for others, we live miles away. Touch is important. Physical touch matters for your wellbeing. Touch plays a primary role in our development and physical and wellbeing. Lepers were never touched because the danger of infection was too high. Living as we have during Covid-19 gives us the insight into the life of the leper. For nearly a year we’ve not been able to embrace and welcome people with a hug, handshake or kiss. Covid has given us insights into what it’s like when we see people as ‘problems’ and not individuals. Jesus looks beyond the problem and see’s a person made in his Father’s image. He touches the outcast and the person is healed. A part of loving your neighbour is keeping your distance, wearing a face covering, and not touching. We hope