An Intersection of Faith and Science at Ministerios Vision Cristiana

LYNN — It was a morning of worship and learning Sunday, as the largely-Spanish church Ministerios Vision Cristiana partnered with Dr. Catherine Reyes of the Lynn Community Health Center to educate the congregation on the ongoing vaccination process. After the usual services at the Ministerios Vision Cristiana on Union Street, which included song and dance to a live Spanish-language Christian rock soundtrack, Dr. Reyes — who has worked at the Lynn Community Health Center for five years — spoke on common myths associated with the vaccine, how to get vaccinated, and who is eligible. “I know that there are some people that are worried about the vaccine,” said Dr. Reyes to the crowd of about 100 worshippers. “I already took two doses, and both my parents took their first doses.” She explained that the vaccine is available to people who qualify regardless of their immigration status and free whether or not they have health insurance. “It is important to target the messages through someone that people trust,” said Dr. Reyes. “(Those whom) a lot of people trust are their church leaders.” She also felt that it was useful to speak to church groups also because of their reach. The service Sunday was broadcast to hundreds of people, both in person and virtually. Dr. Reyes hoped that her information would dispel misconceptions about the dangers of the vaccine. ...