COVID-19 Resource Hub
Find the latest updates, guidance, and resources related to the coronavirus pandemic
Posted March 12, 2020
Find the latest updates, pastoral directives, and resources related to the current coronavirus pandemic.
Messages from the Bishop
Homilies, Messages & Pastoral Letters
- Bishop Bell's Charge to Synod - November 5
- Bishop Bell's Pentecost Message - June 5
- Bishop Bell's Easter Message - April 17
Online Worship Services
For livestreamed worship, please visit Christ's Church Cathedral YouTube channel or your local parish's website.
Health-Related Guidance and Updates
- Public Health Agency of Canada: COVID-19 Resource Page
- Government of Ontario: COVID-19 Resource Page
- World Health Organization: COVID-19 Resource Page
Parish Resources
Ministry, Administration & Property
- General Pandemic Ministry Guidelines - Green Stage - November 17 - UPDATED
- Vestry Regulations During a Time of Pandemic - REAUTHORIZED
- The Common Cup & COVID-19 Risk
- Public Health Agency of Canada: Improving Indoor Ventilation
- Ontario Public Health Measures and Advice - UPDATED
- Masking Requested Poster --- Pandemic Protocols Poster
- Workplace Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Supplier Directory
- Public Health Ontario: Cleaning & Disinfection of Public Spaces
Prayer & Worship
- A Rite for the Celebration of the Eucharist with Spiritual Communion
- Digital Resources from the Anglican Church of Canada
- Worship Resources During a Pandemic
- Home Prayers for a Time of Pandemic
Pastoral Care
- Preparing for the Possibility of Hospitalization During the Pandemic
- Tips if a Family Member is Hospitalized
- Advance Planning Workbook
- Making Decisions About Your Care
Online Connection/Social Media
- Connecting with God Online
- Anglican Family Hub Facebook Page
- E-Conferencing Guide
- How to Livestream Worship In 4 Easy Steps
- Tools & Resources to Support Your Online - or Offline - Worship Service
Stewardship
- Generous Culture of Stewardship webpage
- Brainstorming for a Church Fundraising Campaign? Tips and fundraising event ideas
- Why Should I Support This? Practical advice on your parish’s case for support for any campaign
- CanadaHelps Supports Your Parish: Here’s How
- Stewardship and the Bottom Line in the Time of a Pandemic
- Step By Step Guide To Giving to Your Church During a Pandemic
- Pre-Authorized Giving Form for parishes to edit and distribute
- Beyond the Plate: Stewardship Videos from the Diocese of Montreal
- CanadaHelps 2021 Giving Report Highlights
- Discussion on Growing Generous Church: A Year in the Life of Peach Blossom Church
- Generosity with Digital Worship Services & Online Events
- Stewardship Education: Mission Encouraging Generosity
- Online Giving Best Practices via CanadaHelps
- Planned Giving for Churches