Hillhurst United Church shares their experiences of moving to an online-only production since Covid-19 lockdowns closed churches across the country. It gives some guidance on moving online and how to format services.
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Resources for Responding to Covid-19
The Coronavirus pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of daily life for people across the globe. Phrases like “social distancing” have become commonplace. In the U.S., most schools and universities have closed; many businesses have temporarily shut their doors or will open for limited hours; and the CDC has recommended large gatherings should not take place at this time.
Local churches are also attempting to respond in appropriate ways, but many congregations have questions. The resources included below can assist your church as it seeks answers about this new reality.
Provided by Discipleship Ministries, United Methodist Church
Introduction to Live Streaming
The Presbyterian Church in Canada offers an introduction to live streaming worship services. See simple set up instructions, as well as some more advanced options.
Provided by The Presbyterian Church in Canada.
Online Engagement
Helping to equip and empower folks to use online tools for meetings, worship, and community response. Join live, the recorded sessions are also available to access on demand.
Provided by LeaderShift
Hosting Zoom Meetings with Lots of People
A user friendly text-guide on how to use Zoom, from logging in to hosting your first meeting!
Provided by Chris Davies, United Church of Christ
GO Project Virtual Camp
Each weekday for the foreseeable future, GO in partnership with our friends at Living Presence Ministry will host an hour of camp. Storytelling, special guests, crafts, games and more! Simply click the link before to join the Zoom call with your kids!
11:00am EDT, every weekday
Parents: by clicking this link you consent to your child(ren) joining a public, virtual form. We will have an assigned monitor each day making sure only children in grades 1-7 and their parents are participating.
Provided by The GO Project