This initiative, which began April 1, has received both positive and negative responses. The positive are from healthcare workers thanking us for thinking about them. The common criticism is that creating noise during the day, when some healthcare workers might be sleeping, could have unanticipated negative consequences. For this reason, we are suggesting that parishes consider the best approach for their community at this time.
The intention behind this initiative is to call our community to pray for and thank the frontline healthcare providers who are putting themselves on the line each and every day for the benefit of us all. Please find ways to show that you appreciate their efforts. This might include joining with daily 7pm (a typical shift-change time for many healthcare providers) noise-making efforts in your community.
