Restore & Renew

Restore & Renew

This toolkit provides easy steps, including ways to use Asset Based Community Development, for Faith Leaders and community members to become key players in your community’s road to recovery from disaster.

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Printable & Shareable Resources
For easy access and printing – each section is available as a separate downloadable/printable PDF.

How to Begin

After the Fall: A Story of One Congregation’s Entry into Disaster Preparedness
Conversations and Goal Setting: Starting a Preparedness Ministry in your Community of Faith
An Overview of Episcopal Relief & Development’s Disaster Preparedness Planning Guides

In Worship

The Blessing of Lament Following Disasters
Offering Worship When All Is Not Normal
Blessing a Home Lost in Fire – For Families
Additional Prayers & Liturgical Reminders in Response to Disasters
A Reflection and Prayer for Adults Who Minister with Youth
How to Observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday

Formation

Turning to Scripture After A Disaster: Four Bible Studies
Let’s Talk: Family Conversation Starters
An Overview of How a Faith Community Can Be Present to Children & Youth Following a Tragedy Empowering Faith Communities to Act in the Event of a Disaster
Creating a Disaster Preparedness Plan—An Example of the Basics

Outreach & Creative Community Engagement

What We Do – Episcopal Relief & Development’s Strategy for Disaster Relief & Response
What You Can Do – How You Can Join Other Faith Leaders & Communities in Making a Difference
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