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Plan an Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday

A day to remember those in need.

Congregations are invited to celebrate Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday on the first Sunday in Lent—February 21, 2010, or another convenient Sunday during the Lenten season.

At the 2009 General Convention, Lent was officially designated as a time to encourage dioceses, congregations and individuals to remember and support the life-saving work of Episcopal Relief & Development. We invite all Episcopalians to join together on February 21, and throughout the Lenten season, to pray for those living in need.

Please also consider dedicating a special offering in support of our mission to assist people impacted by poverty worldwide. All gifts from these events will be designated to Episcopal Relief & Development’s Area of Greatest Need Fund. This fund enables the agency to reach those most in need around the world.

To help your church fight against extreme poverty and disease, organize an Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday. Here’s how:

Step 1: Speak with your rector or church leadership about celebrating Episcopal Relief and Development Sunday. Choose the first Sunday in Lent,  another Sunday during Lent, or any Sunday during the year when you’re able to focus attention on the challenges of global poverty and disease..

Step 2: Select a team of people and a leader who can help brainstorm, advertise and organize the event. Coordinate the event by using our online tools such as:

• The Ideas and Resources for Your Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday page
• A downloadable checklist for your Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday

Step 3: Speak with your Episcopal Relief & Development Diocesan Coordinator and let him/her know your church is planning an Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday. If you need your Diocesan Coordinator's email address or phone number, contact Luke Fodor, Network Coordinator, at lfodor@er-d.org.

Step 4: Announce the event date as soon as possible in your church bulletin or Sunday service leaflet and on your website. Explain briefly the purpose of Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday. Use the suggested text in the announcement to help you draft this message.