Joy & Wonder
Joy & Wonder
Every child deserves the chance to achieve their full potential. This toolkit explores ways that Episcopal Relief & Development works to achieve these goals. It offers insight into our unique and effective methods, and invites you and your community to join this important and life-giving work.
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Printable & Sharable Resources
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How To Begin: Discerning Local Leadership and Setting Goals
Parish & Community Sample Survey about Early Childhood Development
Setting Goals
Individual and Team Pledge & Mission Statement
Communities of Learning
Lectio Divina Bible Study for Leaders
In Worship: Prayers, Liturgies & Devotions
Building Blocks for Children’s Chapel: Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday
Building Blocks for Intergenerational Worship: Collects, Prayers of the People, a Homily
Sample Homily: For Children’s Chapel or Intergenerational Worship
Resources for Special and Seasonal Observances
How to Observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday
Formation: Study and Grow
Learn About Moments That Matter®
Acts of Love: With Children
Acts of Love: With Youth
Acts of Love: With Adults
Let’s Talk: Family Conversation Starters
An Intergenerational Scavenger Hunt for All Ages
Won’t You be my Neighbor?
What can you do locally?
Becoming a Ministry Partner with Episcopal Relief & Development
Fun & Fundraising with Episcopal Relief & Development
Get Creative with Gifts for Life
How To Plan a Churchwide Campaign
Helpful Tips for a Successful Campaign
How to Plan an Individual or Team Fundraising Online Campaign
Fundraising With Fellowship & Worship Activities
Opportunities for Local & Diocesan Grants and Individual Support
Individual Giving Opportunities
