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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Sunday, Apr 21, 2013

A Perfect Book List for Earth Day

This story was originally posted on Christian Formation a blog by Cindy Coe. We thought it was perfect for Earth Day! Food and Faith has become a popular topic.  Here are my “go-to” books, which I’ve read and digested as I’ve worked on the Abundant 

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Saturday, Apr 20, 2013

Preparation is Key: Make a Plan, Be Informed, Prepare a Kit

In this blog Katie Mears, Director of our US Disaster Preparedness and Response Program, reiterates the importance of disaster preparedness and shares some tips on how to create your plan. When we hear about a disaster, like the recent bombings in Boston or the explosion in 

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Sunday, Apr 07, 2013

On World Health Day We Check In With The Child Survival Program in Angola

On World Health Day, we check in with Kikala Isabel Tomas, Mothers’ Union worker and Coordinator of the Anglican Diocese of Angola’s Child Survival Program.  Since 2011, Episcopal Relief & Development and the diocese have been working with the the

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Sunday, Mar 31, 2013

Alleluia! Christ is risen!

Episcopal Relief & Development extends sincere gratitude to its Provincial Coordinators who shared their reflections on select devotionals from the 2013 Lenten Meditations booklet. It is our hope that the Lenten Meditations and shared reflection will continue to deepen our

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Friday, Mar 29, 2013

Good Friday – Season of Transformation

As we recount the passion and suffering of our savior Jesus Christ, Good Friday offers us the opportunity to re
affirm our faith. Throughout the season a series of events with spiritual exercises is planned to culminate in celebration.  We often head into the Easter weekend blessed with 

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Saturday, Mar 23, 2013

Lent Meditations Conjure Up Lessons and Blessings

This year Episcopal Relief & Development’s Provincial Coordinators are sharing their reflections on select devotionals from the 2013 Lenten Meditations booklet. In this blog Melanie Stewart looks at the Lenten meditation from Sunday, March 17, 2013, page 40. Below is the 

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