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.
Diocesan staff are working from home. We'll ensure all essential services continue and appreciate your patience.
Please Take Note:
- The 3-Stage Template for the Safe Reopening of Our Churches
- Make a Donation Towards the Diocese of Niagara Pandemic Response Fund
Messages from the Bishop
Homilies, Messages & Pastoral Letters
- Bishop Bell's Homily for the 2nd Sunday of Easter - April 11 - NEW
- Bishop Bell's Easter Homily
- Bishop Bell's Easter Message
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Maundy Thursday - April 1
- Bishop Bell's Homily for the Holy Tuesday Renewal of Vows Service
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Lent V - March 21
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Lent IV - March 14
Sunday Prayers with Bishop Bell
- Easter III - Earth Sunday, April 18 - Order of Service - NEW
- Online Service for Easter II - April 11 - Order of Service
- Easter Sunday Service - April 4 - Order of service
- Good Friday Online Service - April 2 - Order of service for Good Friday - The Dean's Homily
- Maundy Thursday Online Service - April 1 - Order of service
- Online Service for Palm Sunday - March 28 - Dean Dobbin's Homily
- Order of service for Palm Sunday - March 28
- Additional livestreamed services
Diocesan Event & Program Cancellations
- Cathedral Place Meetings - rescheduled or shifted to conference calls until further notice
- The service of Installation for the Dean of Niagara and Honourary Canons - postponed
- Confirmations and ordinations deferred until the fall.
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
- Ministry Guidelines During COVID-19 Pandemic - April 8 - UPDATED
- Guidance and Regulations for Holding Virtual Vestry Meetings
- Parish Re-Opening Guide - Amber Stage
- In-Person Worship Re-Opening Plan Form
- Workplace Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Supplier Directory
- FAQ: Human Resouces & COVID-19
- Income Loss Spreadsheet for Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy
- COVID-19 Parish Support Fund Application Info
- Insurance Bulletin: Keeping Idle Buildings Safe
- Idle Buildings Checklist
- Public Health Agency of Canada: Improving Indoor Ventilation
- Ontario Ministry of Health Advice: Religious Services, Rites & Ceremonies
- Public Health Ontario: Take Care of Yourself and Each Other
- 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
- Listing of Prayer & Devotional Apps
- Love Letters: Scripture Meditations by Canon Dawn Davis
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 - NEW
Stewardship
- 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
- Stewardship and the Bottom Line in the Time of a Pandemic
- Stewardship Practices in a the Midst of COVID-19
- 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
