COVID 19 Resources
Updated March 30, 2020
We understand that these are difficult times and the COVID-19 situation is changing rapidly. We have compiled some resources for you and your church to help you navigate this season. This list will be updated as information comes forth. For specific questions or concerns (not on this list) please email us: office@transformcma.ca
Please check frequently for new updates.
Inspiration and Encouragement
- The Church’s Response to Pandemics Video & PPT – March 25, 2020
- Worship Sets Available – March 24, 2020
- How Your Church Can Survive Financially – March 19, 2020
Moving Forward – How to Share God’s Love While “Isolated”
- Caring for Kids – Resources for Parents and Children’s Pastors
Human Resources Information
- Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan – March 30
- Government Assistance for Employers – March 25
- Government Assistance for Employees – March 25
- Group Videoconference Available with an HR Lawyer – Coming Soon….
Group Benefit Updates
- Canada Life GroupLine – March 24
Finance Updates
- Finance Update – T3010 Filing Information – March 24, 2020
- Finance Update – ROE Update – March 24, 2020
- Online Giving Platform Options – March 26, 2020
- Church Receivables (ie: Subsidies, Church reimbursements, etc.):
- Church Payables (ie: DOB, New Ventures/Canadian Ministries, Loan Payments, etc.): For the time being, we are continuing to accept cheques. However we strongly suggest you send your payments via electronic transfer. To do so, you can email your payment to financeteam@transformcma.ca from your bank account.
Communicating Online
- Affordable Video Hosting and Streaming Service that Integrates Online Giving (with Video Equipment)! – March 19, 2020
- Using Zoom Video Conferencing – WCD Instructions – March 19, 2020
- Guide to Going Online as a Church – March 19, 2020
- Delivering Online Content – March 17, 2020
Social Media
Many of our Pastors are already utilizing our (private) Facebook group to bring up any questions and concerns they have. We encourage you to get a Facebook Account to ask other churches how they’re operating in areas you may inquire. We will also keep it updated along with Instagram and Twitter as the days go on.
- Facebook: Western Canadian District C&MA
- Facebook: Worship Pastors
- Facebook: Ministry Spouses
- Facebook: Youth Pastors
- Instagram: cma_wcd
- Twitter: cma_wcd
Church Guidance
- CMA COVID 19 Guide – March 2020
- Preparing your church for COVID 19 – March 12, 2020
- An Honest Conversation about COVID-19 – March 11, 2020
Recommended Reading
For specific questions or concerns (not on this list) please email us: office@transformcma.ca