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In Conversation | An Act of Love Begins with a Single Step
“God equips us, guides us and gives us enough light for the next step after we step out.” – The Rev. Peter Munson Chad Brinkman, the D...
Thankful – Today and Everyday
I am always thankful for family at Thanksgiving. This year, I find myself particularly thankful for my mother. She turned 90 in September. We had a...
One Thousand Days of Love: A Father’s Story
My son is on the cusp of turning three. That is exactly 1,095 days that my wife and I have managed to keep him healthy and safe. It’s an acco...
The Rev. Jose Rodriguez shares tips on Asset-Based Disaster Response
After Hurricane Maria, the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida became a key player in serving displaced families from Puerto Rico. The Abuelitas volunteer program connects Spanish-speaking “grandmothers” from local churches with displaced families to help them apply for services and to offer advice on adapting to the new environment.
In Conversation | A Pilgrimage Opens the Heart and Mind
Karen Longenecker, Clinical Social Worker and member of the Program Committee for Episcopal Relief & Development’s Board of Directors, sat down with Rob Radtke, our President and CEO. Listen to Karen and Rob reflect on the work they observed during a recent pilgrimage in Zambia. As you learn more about our integrated Early Childhood Development program, check out ONE THOUSAND DAYS OF LOVE, Episcopal Relief & Development’s grassroots Church-wide fundraising campaign dedicated to improving the lives of children. #1000DaysOfLove
The Anglican Alliance and Episcopal Relief & Development: Working Together for Lasting Change in Times of Disaster
Some of our friends and supporters are curious about the Anglican Alliance and how it relates to our work in the Bahamas following Hurricane Dorian. President and CEO Rob Radtke explains it all in this blog.