As COVID-19 is spreading globally, more than ever Church leaders are being called upon to share God's peace. Bible Society's mission to Open The Bible to all people everywhere by all means possible is of critical importance. We know that it is God’s word that sustains us no matter the difficulties that surround us. To help you navigate the intricacies involved in teaching and pastoring your people without being able to physically meet, we have collated a selection of free resources produced by Bible Society and other trusted Christian partners and organisations. These include:
- Help with taking Church gatherings online
- Free Gospels, New Testaments & evangelistic resources
- Online events & prayer gatherings
- Resources for kids and youth
We would love to pray for you and your community. Please click the link below to share prayer points with us.
Bringing church online
Free Music & Lyric videos for online worship
Looking for music to use in your online services? Many musicians have made their music available with lyrics on screen for corporate worship. Try using some of these videos during services.
*EMU, City Alight, Sovereign Grace, Getty Music & Rend Collective have all generously given permission for their resources to be used in church services. Churches will still need need appropriate licences for playing and streaming music. Check with CCLI for more information on licensing requirements.
Helpful resources
Kids Ministry
Keen to make sure that the kids have access to great children's ministry content? Check out these quality resources and share them with the families in your church!
Youth Ministry
Help young people to use this time well. This collection of resources offers students and young adults the opportunity to hear from Christians who are experts in their fields and able to answer the toughest questions.
Bible content for sharing and livestreaming
Keep people engaged by including some creative elements in your service or communications.
Additional Australian ministry help
Many Christian Australian organisation are offering videos and articles to help churches with their ministry at the time. Take a look at these great resources.
Free Bibles for ministry and discounted books
Bible Society Australia is always looking for opportunities to partner with churches, schools, chaplains and parachurch organisations to help people Open The Bible. If you have ideas that you'd like to share with us, we'd love to hear from you.
Chris Melville
HEAD OF MISSION
