COVID-19 Resource Hub
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:
- Make a Donation Towards the Diocese of Niagara Pandemic Response Fund
- Support the Primate's World Relief & Development Fund's COVID-19 Appeal
- One Family in Mission: A Pentecost Event
- One in the Spirit 2020: celebrating Pentecost in the Anglican Province of Ontario
- Ontario House of Bishop's Letter on the Safe Reopening of Our Churches
Messages from the Bishop
Pastoral Letters
- Bishop Bell's Pentecost Message - NEW
- Bishop Bell's Easter Message
- COVID-19 Pastoral Letter #4 - March 26
- COVID-19 Pastoral Letter #3 - March 13
- COVID-19 Pastoral Letter #2 - March 11
- COVID-19 Pastoral Letter #1 - March 4
Homilies and Weekly Messages
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, May 24 - The Ascension of the Lord - NEW
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, May 17
- Message from the Bishop to Clergy - May 13
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, May 10
- Message from the Bishop to Clergy - May 6
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, May 3
- Message from the Bishop to Clergy, Staff & Lay Leaders - April 29
Sunday Prayers & Holy Week Services with Bishop Bell
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, May 24 - NEW
- Order of Service for Sunday May 24 - the Feast of the Ascension
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, May 17
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, May 10
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, May 3
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, April 26
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, April 19
- Additional livestreamed services
Diocesan Events & Program Cancellations
- All Worship Services Suspended, effective March 15
- Spring Confirmation Services
- Clergy & Licensed Lay Workers Conference on June 1-3
- Canterbury Hills Summer Camping Program - NEW
- Bishop's Company Annual Dinner - rescheduled to November 30
- Cathedral Place Meetings - rescheduled or shifted to conference calls until further notice
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 - May 1
- FAQ: Human Resouces & COVID-19
- Income Loss Spreadsheet for Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy - NEW
- COVID-19 Parish Support Fund Application Info
- Insurance Bulletin: Keeping Idle Buildings Safe
- Idle Buildings Checklist
- Public Health Ontario: Take Care of Yourself and Each Other
- Public Health Ontario: Cleaning & Disinfection of Public Spaces
- Congregational Preparedness Check-list
Prayer & Worship
- 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 - NEW
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
Stewardship
- Stewardship and the Bottom Line in the Time of a Pandemic
- CanadaHelps Webinar: Online Giving For Your Church During Uncertain Times
- 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
