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:
- The 3-Stage Template for the Safe Reopening of Our Churches
- Make a Donation Towards the Diocese of Niagara Pandemic Response Fund
- Support the Primate's World Relief & Development Fund's COVID-19 Appeal
- Ontario House of Bishop's Letter on a Summer Sabbath Rest
Messages from the Bishop
Pastoral Letters
- Bishop Bell's Pentecost Message
- 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, June 28 - 4th Sunday After Pentecost
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, June 21: National Indigenous Day of Prayer
- Message from the Bishop to Clergy & Lay Leaders - June 17
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, June 14 - 2nd Sunday After Pentecost
- Message from the Bishop to Clergy & Lay Leaders - June 10
- Bishop Bell's Homily for the Fiercely Loved Pride Celebration Online Service
- Bishop Bell's Homily for Sunday, June 7 - Trinity Sunday
Sunday Prayers & Holy Week Services with Bishop Bell
- Online worship service for Sunday, July 5 - NEW
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, June 28
- Livestreamed service for June 21 - National Indigenous Day of Prayer
- An order of service for National Indigenous Day of Prayer - June 21
- Livestreamed celebration of the Eucharist with spiritual communion - June 17
- Livestreamed service for Sunday, June 14
- Additional livestreamed services
Diocesan Events & Program Cancellations
- All Sunday Worship Services Suspended, effective March 15
- Canterbury Hills Summer In-Person Camping Program
- 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 - June 19
- 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
- Ontario Ministry of Health Advice: Religious Services, Rites & or Ceremonies - NEW
- Public Health Ontario: Take Care of Yourself and Each Other
- Public Health Ontario: Cleaning & Disinfection of Public Spaces
- Congregational Preparedness Check-list
Prayer & Worship
- A Rite for the Celebration of the Eucharist with Spiritual Communion - NEW
- 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
Stewardship
- 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 - NEW
