Stories

Our Stories of Lasting Change are filled with hope, inspiration and love in action. They reflect the experiences of Episcopal Relief & Development partners, staff, participant communities, volunteers and friends who are moved to make a measurable difference in the lives of vulnerable women and children and help communities prepare for and recover from climate-influenced events. Join us on this life-changing journey. Subscribe below!


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Tuesday, Jun 26, 2018

Gearing Up for a Colorful Convention

Join us at this 79th General Convention online or at the booth, as we “Color Our World” with Faith, Dignity, Relationship, Leadership and Excellence. Visit us at our booth 401 between July 3 and July 11, to learn how we work to become the hands and feet of God in the world.

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Wednesday, Jun 13, 2018

Helping children build brighter futures in Zambia

Episcopal Relief & Development would like to extend a great big THANK YOU to everyone that supported our recent campaign to help children thrive. We are delighted to report that we surpassed our $250K goal—enabling us to reach so many more of the world’s most vulnerable children. In this blog, Vice President of Advancement, Betsy Deisroth, shares why we are driven to make a difference in this critical area.

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Tuesday, Jun 05, 2018

Fulfilling God’s Dreams in Zambia

“What I love about this program is that it speaks both to my head and my heart,” says Rob Radtke as he reflects on his recent visit to Early Childhood Development centers in Zambia.

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Thursday, May 24, 2018

Puerto Rico is “The Diocese of Hope”

Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico last fall, but communities are recovering bit by bit and are preparing for the upcoming season.

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Thursday, May 10, 2018

Families have an impact on the world

Betsy shares what she feels is the power and purpose of close-knit relationships with a renewed perspective, having just returned from Zambia and experiencing great loss.

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Monday, May 07, 2018

Celebrating Mother’s Day at Azraq Camp in Jordan

Experience a Mother’s Day celebration in the Azraq Syrian refugee camp in Jordan.

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