
Wisconsin Council of Churches
Wisconsin Council of Churches Resources for responding to the pandemic and re-opening.
WCC ResourcesWith the outbreaks of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Wisconsin, across the country, and around the world, congregations need to be well-informed and well-prepared. The following information offers guidance as we minister to and engage with each other, and within our communities, as the body of Christ. This page will be continually updated as often as possible as more information is shared from the ELCA and the synod.
For COVID-19 virus information visit the CDC and World Health Organization websites.
Information and communications are located just below; pandemic resources specific congregational resources follow. Resources geared toward connecting in this time of physical distancing (including digital worship resources) are located on our Connected Community page.
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New resources are continually added to the ELCA Public Health website including information on the Federal Government’s response, small business loans, the CARES Act, the Families First Act and more.
Wisconsin COVID-19 DHS Dashboard
Comprehensive information regarding the status of the COVID-19 pandemic in the state of Wisconsin including specific data broken down by state, county, locality, and zip code along with resources for staying healthy and safe in order to stop the spread.
January 19, 2021: Recognizing that the pandemic, and our response, has continually changed very rapidly we have removed what were deemed to be “outdated” resources and communications in order to ensure only the most timely and germane information is presented – this includes any governmental resources/orders that are outdated or that have expired.
If you are needing any earlier communications from Bishop Mortensen-Wiebe, Bishop Emeritus Rogness, or the synod please contact the synod office. For all ELCA communications visit the ELCA Public Health website.
Note: The information & resources provided below are listed in the order in which they were issued.
The resources below aim to help us respond to the health crisis. For resources on staying connected and in community (including worship) please also visit our Connected Community page.
Wisconsin Council of Churches Resources for responding to the pandemic and re-opening.
WCC ResourcesELCA guidance for Rostered Leaders and congregations for funerals during this health crisis.
ELCA Funeral GuidanceInformation for congregations to maintain giving levels during times when worship in-person is not possible.
Online Giving ResourcesAugsburg Fortress offering temporary expanded licensing for streaming worship services for those who currently have or purchase licensing from Augsburg Fortress.
Augsburg FortressOneLicense is offering congregations license options to help congregations who may choose to begin live streaming or recording worship services.
OneLicense.net*Note that links to resources above do not necessarily represent endorsement by the South-Central Synod of Wisconsin-ELCA; they are simply provided as a public service. Be sure to carefully vet any information, offer or service.