Resources During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Personal Prayer and Spiritual Practices

We encourage mission areas to hold periodic Zoom meetings in various configurations for mutual support and information sharing.

All Ages:
- Netflix parties: Use this function of Netflix to share and reflect with others on where you see God, redemption and grace in a favorite movie.
- Children with Families:
  - “Candle Walk: A Bedtime Prayer for God”: This free online children’s book assures children of God’s nearness even in troubling days.
  - Godly Play Foundation lessons: Share your reflections on these familiar lessons-- recommended: “the Ark and the Flood” and “Listening for God from 'Faith and Play.'”
Youth:
- How2charist: A video tutorial on the actions and traditions of the Eucharist, accompanied by a discussion guide. Great for youth groups and families.
- Three blogs to explore: have everyone share an article and why it spoke to them and discuss.
  - (middle and high school) “Grow Christians: a community of disciples practicing faith at home”
  - (high school and parents) Mockingbird for how to navigate the real world as an Episcopalian and Christian
  - (high school and parents) earth & altar for articles on liturgy and theology.

All Ages:
- Illustrated Ministry: Free downloadable coloring sheets, devotionals and activity pages.
- Household Bible Reading with Lectio Divina from Build Faith: Step by step Bible Study for families. Start with the Parable of the Good Shepherd (Matthew 18:12–14 or Luke 15:3–7)
Children:
- Storymakers: email Storymakers for free downloadable Lenten and Easter zines.
- Other activities: found on our diocesean resource pinterest page or online.
Children and Youth:
- Faith At Home Daily: Daily activities include videos (screen), articles, podcasts, activities, and prayers.
- (with family) Being A Good Samaritan- A Pandemic Devotional for Children: Read the familiar parable through the lens of our current global health crisis.
Youth:
- Podcasts, like the Bible for Normal People.

If you have further questions, please feel free to contact a member of the Bishop’s Staff.