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Spiritual Resources during the Coronavirus Restrictions

During these difficult days, the Lord always remains close to us and provides us ways to receive His grace even when we cannot attend Mass in person. Please find below many excellent resources to nourish you spiritually and help you remain as close as possible to Jesus in the Eucharist during this time.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mass: Live-Streamed, Televised, Readings and more

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia

Televised Mass in Spanish - Misa televisada en español

  • https://vimeopro.com/catholicphilly/lasantamisa

St. Joseph Parish, Downingtown

St. Pius X, Broomall, PA

St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Media, PA

St. Mary Parish, Schwenksville, PA

St. Isidore Parish, Quakertown, PA

  • Livestreaming of daily Mass available at https://www.stisidores.org/

  • The Daily Masses will be at held Monday through Saturday at 7:30 A.M. and Sunday will be at 7:00 A.M. A Spanish Mass will be held at 9:00 A.M. Sundays. You may watch them live or at your convenience.

Nativity of Our Lord Parish, Warminster, PA

  • Live-streamed Mass: https://livestream.com/accounts/19140436
  • Mass Schedule: Daily Mass live-streamed Mon-Sat at 8 AM (ET); Sunday Mass live-streamed Saturday 5 PM and Sunday 10 AM

St. Basil the Great Parish, Phoenixville, PA

Annunciation BVM, Havertown, PA

St. Lawrence in Riegelsville, PA

Mass Live-Streamed in American Sign Language

Additional Televised and Live-Streamed Masses in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia - English, Spanish, American Sign Language

List of Live-Streamed Mass and Other Resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)

Daily Mass Live-Streamed from Bishop Barron’s Chapel

  • Available at 8:15 AM (ET): https://www.wordonfire.org/daily-mass/

Daily Mass Readings – English and Spanish

Free Online Word Among Us

  • The Word Among Us ( www.wau.org ) is providing free access to daily Mass readings and meditation.

Free Online MAGNIFICAT

  • During this challenging time, MAGNIFICAT offers free complimentary access to their online version to help people pray from home. It contains Mass readings for each day and other prayers and reflections to enrich your spiritual life Click here to access

EWTN Spiritual Resources Page

Check your parish bulletin for information about live-streaming and/or recorded Mass from your own parish.

Online Events

Liturgy of the Hours, Home Prayer Services and Prayers

Family Prayer Services for Use at Home (by Fr. Joseph McLaughlin)

Morning Prayer with Fr. Matt Guckin - Daily 7 AM
Join Fr. Matt Guckin from St. Francis de Sales parish in West Philadelphia for live-streamed Morning Prayer each morning at 7 AM. Two ways to join in:

Evening Prayer with Deacon Don and Linda Nichols at 6:30 PM

Please join Deacon Don and Linda Nichols, from St. Mary’s Church in Schwenksville, PA. Virtually each night beginning Tuesday, May 12th at 6:30PM on Saint Mary Facebook, and YouTube Channel for Evening Prayer. Vespers, also called Evening Prayer, is part of the Liturgy of the Hours, also known as the Divine Office. In the Liturgy of the Hours, the Church fulfills Jesus’ command to “pray always” (Luke 18:1). Through this prayer, the people of God sanctify the day by continual praise of God and prayers of intercession for the needs of the world. Please see our interactive flyer for FREE mobile apps that you can download onto your device from iBreviary to view Evening Prayers. Evening Prayers can also be found on the Saint Mary website by visiting www.churchofsaintmary.org

Keep the Lord’s Day Guide
“Keep the Lord’s Day” (www.keepthelordsday.com) guides Catholics step-by-step through Sunday Morning Prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours and the Readings and Prayers from Sunday Mass.

Lectio Divina on the Sunday Readings with the Dominican Friars

Act of Spiritual Communion by St. Alphonsus Ligouri

Pope Francis’ Prayer for Protection during the Coronavirus Pandemic

Litany of Supplication
Petitions used during Pope Francis’ Urbi Et Orbi prayer service on Friday, March 27. They may be found on the Vatican News website in multiple languages.

Devotions: Rosary, Stations, Divine Mercy and more

The Holy Rosary

Rosary Campaign for an End to the Coronavirus - Mondays at 8 PM
The Office for the New Evangelization of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia invites you to join us online, by phone or in spirit as we pray the Rosary asking the miraculous intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary to put an end to the coronavirus and to bring restoration to those most severely impacted by the pandemic..

  • Schedule, Zoom link and full details about how to join in can be found at http://www.phillyevang.org/rosary/.

Rosario en Español

Únase a nosotros en línea, por teléfono o en espíritu mientras rezamos el Rosario cada jueves a las 8:00 PM (EST). Pediremos la milagrosa intercesión de la Santísima Virgen María para que ponga fin al coronavirus.

  • Horario y detalles para conectarse a: http://www.phillyevang.org/rosary/.

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross for the Coronavirus Pandemic, Diocese of Saginaw, MI

Stations of the Cross - American Bible Society (English and Spanish)

  • English: http://ministry.americanbible.org/catholic-ministries/stations-of-the-cross-video
  • Español: http://ministry.americanbible.org/catholic-ministries/stations-of-the-cross-video-spanish

Divine Mercy Chaplet and Devotion

Daily Divine Mercy Chaplet with You Are Made New Ministries, Daily 3 PM
You Are Made New Ministry is now offering a daily Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3 PM along with a weekly women’s support group and a discussion group for men and women. View the schedule and log-in information here: https://youaremadenew.com/calendar/online-ministry-gatherings/

Divine Mercy Chaplet - EWTN

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal

Seal the Doorposts with Divine Mercy Image
In this time of calamity, the Marian Fathers invite you to participate in a simple but incredibly powerful act of faith. To protect you and your family, we urge you to post an Image of the Divine Mercy on your front doors. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains why here. To learn more about this movement, visit https://www.thedivinemercy.org/articles/seal-doorposts.

  • Download and print an Image of the Divine Mercy for your door

Other Devotions and Reflections

Catholic Call to Prayer
The Catholic Call to Prayer, started a few years ago by several parishes in the Archdiocese. It continues to be a great resource to allow you to make a phone call and be guided in prayer. In addition to the 6:30am call Monday to Friday, we will be hosting a Call at Noon EVERY day of the week! The calls are 5 to 7 minutes long but assist you in opening up to the grace of God. We pray the Angelus, Psalm 91 and then Intercessory Prayer. Please call TOLL FREE 1-877-309-2073 and use Access Code 319-414-445#. Please share this number widely as the Daily Call can be a tremendous vehicle of grace for many people, including those unable to attend Mass at this time.

Faith Formation and Support Groups

Resurrection and Restoration: Archbishop’s Easter Video Series
The Arise: Resurrection and Restoration Easter video series breaks open the mystery of the Resurrection of Jesus and his power to bring us new life in the midst of the pandemic. It is also designed to help us transition back into “in person” life in the Church as the COVID19 restrictions slowly lift. These short videos, given by dynamic local speakers, will offer a teaching on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, its power to restore our lives here and now, and why the “in person” nature of our life as Catholics is so important.
Nourish for Caregivers “House Calls”
During these uncertain times, Nourish For Caregivers will continue to foster community for caregivers in the privacy and safety of your own home through Nourish “House Calls”. Our mission is to bring hope and encouragement to those who feel hopeless and helpless in the face of this viral epidemic. Caregivers may participate via land line, cell phone, or through the use of a computer/tablet device. We hope you will join us as well as share this information with other caregivers who may benefit from these shared experiences. Each call will last approximately one hour depending upon the number of participants.
Looking for a way to Evangelize Online in a simple yet powerful way? Check Out Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO)
During these unprecedented times of isolation, how can we continue our mission of evangelization amidst the COVID-19 pandemic? Come learn how! Amber Zolc, , CCO Consultant for Parish Outreach, with over 17 years of worldwide CCO missionary experience discusses how to lead CCO’s Discovery Series Online based on her own recent experience. Further, CCO is making all Leader Guides and Participant Guides available online for FREE during this time of isolation. What a great resource to share the Good News and to invite people into a Christ-centered relationship!
More Info: CLICK HERE for a 2-minute video
CLICK HERE for FREE CCO Courseware Online
CLICK HERE for Amber Zolc’s video, “Leading Discovery Online”
Contact Meghan Cokeley (mcokeley@archphila.org) or Gina Mesko (gmesko@archphila.org) for more info.

Deaf Apostolate’s 20 Short Videos of the Saints with Lesson Plans:
This resource created by the Deaf Apostolate has 20 short video stories of saints with easy to follow lesson plans and activities. The videos are in American Sign Language, with spoken and captioned English and Spanish. Great to use for children, teens and adults. CLICK HERE for free access to videos and lesson plans.
Growing Catholics - Daily Scripture Messages
​Growing Catholics starts your day with inspirational and hope filled verses via email and social media. It is a simple way to bring Christ into your everyday life! The graphics are refreshing, engaging and appeal to the whole family.
The Search: WHY ARE WE HERE? WHAT’S LIFE ALL ABOUT? WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DIE?
The Search, available on Formed.org, is an innovative video series that tackles the key questions of every human heart. In seven beautifully filmed episodes, Chris Stefanick and experts from multiple fields of science, medicine, psychology, art, and religion examine our place in the larger story of existence. Whether you’re a practiced inquirer or a jaded skeptic, The Search will speak to you. You may be reassured by some parts, and challenged by others. Either way, you’ll find a lot here to think about. And when all is said and done, life’s questions demand to be answered. Are you ready for The Search?
More info:
  • To view the trailer and briefly preview each of the 7 episodes, CLICK HERE.
  • For FREE downloadable discussion questions & promotional material, CLICK HERE.

Online Faith Formation Websites
The following websites offer online faith formation videos, audio recordings and eBooks to help deepen your knowledge of our Catholic Faith!

Discussion Group with You Are Made New Ministries
You Are Made New Ministry is now offering a daily Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3 PM along with a weekly women’s support group and a discussion group for men and women. View the schedule and log-in information here: https://youaremadenew.com/calendar/online-ministry-gatherings/

Discerning Hearts Podcast

  • http://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/

Catholic Social Services Mercy Hospice Supports
Resources are available for those struggling with substance abuse, especially during this crisis.

United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Resources
Resources for families, parishes and dioceses during the COVID19 crisis

  • Click here for webpage

National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA

  • Visit https://www.thedivinemercy.org/tags/thedivinemercyorg-video for recorded Masses, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Rosary and teachings from the Marians of the Immaculate Conception

Resources for Families

Communio, a faith-based non-profit that equips churches to strengthen marriages and families, has put together a toolbox of resources that churches can use during these stay-at-home days. Communio offers at-home date night kits, relationship enrichment content, and skills-based programing from some of the best content creators in the country! Communio Board Member Helen Alvare will co-host an exclusive webinar on May 12 at 3:00 pm for a discussion on how parishes can focus on best renewing the Church and the world both amidst the crisis and afterwards. Register for the webinar here. Contact Alex Haynie at ahaynie@communio.org with any questions.

Office for Persons with Disabilities
The home page of the Office for Persons with Disabilities lists Archdiocesan and other spiritual and practical support resources for parishes and individuals with disabilities and their family members.
  • Visit: http://opdarchphilly.org/
  • To receive email or text updates from the office, please text OPD to 84576.
Archdiocesan Deaf Apostolate
The home page of the Deaf Apostolate provides the links to Our Daily Hope Vlog, live-streamed daily and Sunday Masses in American Sign Language and other resources to serve the Deaf Catholic Community during this time.
Visit: www.DeafCatholicPhilly.org To receive email or text updates from the Deaf Apostolate, please text deafcatholic to 84576.

Resources for Parishes

Our Sunday Visitor COVID19 Impact
OSV has created an excellent webpage with resources and applications that will assist parishes in continuing to reach out to parishioners and the wider community. Explore these resources on this webpage here:
  • https://www.osvinstitute.com/covid-19-impact
Ascension Press COVID Resources
Ascension Press has generated wonderful resources to assist parish leaders in continuing ministry during this crisis. The resources include a weekly webinar for parish leaders on how to effectively reach out during this time. Resources can be found here:
All Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) Courseware is FREE online!
During these unprecedented times of isolation, how can we continue our mission of evangelization amidst the COVID-19 pandemic? Come learn how! Amber Zolc, , CCO Consultant for Parish Outreach, with over 17 years of worldwide CCO missionary experience discusses how to lead CCO’s Discovery Series Online based on her own recent experience. Further, CCO is making all Leader Guides and Participant Guides available online for FREE during this time of isolation. What a great resource to share the Good News and to invite people into a Christ-centered relationship!
More Info: CLICK HERE for FREE CCO Courseware Online (and a Lenten Retreat by CCO Co-Founder, Andre Regnier)
CLICK HERE for Amber Zolc’s video, “Leading Discovery Online”
FREE YouTube Videos from the “Proclaim Ministry” in the Archdiocese of Vancouver:
Below are several helpful videos to assist disciples in continuing the mission of Evangelization amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
CLICK HERE to access each of these & more:
  • Digital Tools for Online Communities: With Matthew Furtado. With our church buildings and schools closed, our communities are turning to digital tools to keep our groups and programs going. Matthew will help make sense of the options available to us, like Zoom, Hangouts, Youtube, Facebook, and other digital tools.
  • Help Your Parish Lead Amidst Crisis: With Brett Powell. COVID-19 has changed everything. And it is precisely at this time that our communities need strong leadership. Brett discusses how we are all invited to lead - whether pastors, lay leaders, parents, or friends - amidst crisis.
  • Reaching the Most Vulnerable: With Fr. Nick Meisl. Each of our communities have members who are infirm, isolated, or lonely. They may not have family or friends to help them during the pandemic. Fr Nick discusses how each parish can reach out to the most vulnerable members of its community.

Ways You Can Help

Parish Support Initiative
The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia has launched the Parish Support Initiative in collaboration with the Archdiocese of Philadelphia to help meet the needs of parishes who have been directly impacted by coronavirus. We understand that the suspension of public Masses has impacted parish communities in many ways. This initiative enables and encourages individuals to directly support their home parish, or a parish in need, during the pandemic.

Information about this initiative is also being shared by the Archdiocese as part of the live streaming broadcasts of Masses celebrated by Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

Those interested in donating to the Parish Support Initiative should visit SupportMyParish.org, or click here.

Below are additional resources for pastors and parishioners to learn more about the Parish Support Initiative:

Emergency Relief Fund - Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia
As result of COVID-19, Catholic Social Services food pantries are experiencing a shortage of food and personal items due to their increase in client volume, with some pantries seeing a 100% increase. It’s become nearly impossible for them to accommodate each individual and family that visits them. Please consider a donation to CFGP’s ERF to purchase supplies for the CSS food pantries that are trying to feed those impacted by COVID-19. 100% of ERF’s proceeds will go directly to the food pantries.

St. John’s Hospice
Saint John’s Hospice is a Catholic Social Services shelter for men located in Center City Philadelphia. During the COVID19 crisis, the volume of those seeking meals and other life-sustaining essentials has doubled and tripled. Your donation will help keep us going in this time. Thank you!

  • Learn more and donate at: http://saintjohnshospice.org/

Mercy Hospice
Mercy Hospice, run by our Archdiocesan Catholic Social Services, is a community grounded in faith and service where single women and mothers with children, experiencing homelessness and in recovery can find opportunities for new beginnings.

To suggest a resource, send an email to phillyevang@archphila.org.