Tips and resources for members and congregations during the COVID-19 pandemic

The United Church is accepting donations to support those in the global South who are at greater risk than ever due to COVID-19. Find out how Mission & Service partners are turning compassion into action for those who need it most. The World Council of Churches has collected prayers from around the globe for use during the pandemic.
GCE Temporarily Amends Pastoral Relations Policies
The Executive of the General Council has temporarily amended pastoral relations policies to allow the governing board, rather than a…
continue readingGovernance in Congregations during COVID-19
With current restrictions on gatherings of people, congregations may need to postpone meetings or hold them through electronic means. Advance…
continue readingSupporting Moms and Babies in Unprecedented Times
The Massey Centre receives support from Mission & Service to help pregnant and parenting adolescents. COVID-19 heaps on new challenges.
Chaplaincy Prepares for the Unthinkable
The chaplains of Mission & Service‒supported Grey Bruce Healthcare Chaplaincy Council are ready to care for families who can't be with their…
continue readingPrayer in These Critical Times
A prayer for the world during COVID-19 by Bishop Reuel Marigza, General Secretary of the National Council of Churches in the Philippines.
Followup to Easter Appeal
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Moderator Richard Bott apologizes for a recent Easter letter.
A Prayer for Health Workers During COVID-19
A prayer for those who care for the sick during this difficult time of COVID-19.
Offenders Suffer Even More Isolation
Parkland Restorative Justice, a Mission & Service‒supported non-profit, maintains connections with inmates at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary…
continue readingStreet-Involved People Are Especially Vulnerable
A Mission & Service‒supported community centre serving Greater Victoria’s most vulnerable, Our Place is bracing for COVID-19 to strike.
Moderator’s Easter Message 2020
In this time of COVID-19, Moderator Richard Bott's Easter message reminds us that God is always doing miraculous things. We will celebrate those…
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The United Church of Canada Emergency Plan (Mar 2020) | 550.66 KB | |
Are You Ready for a Health Emergency? (Mar 2020) | 115.08 KB | |
Breaking the Chain: Reducing the Spread of Infection (Mar 2020) | 116.94 KB | |
Being Faithful during Cold and Flu Season (Mar 2020) | 177.2 KB |