A Day to Remember Those in Need

Congregations are invited to observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday on the first Sunday in Lent or another convenient Sunday. In 2025, Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday officially falls on March 9.

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. You can view the official designation statement here. We invite all Episcopalians to join together on Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday, and throughout the Lenten season, to pray for those living in need.

Please also consider dedicating the offering to Episcopal Relief & Development and using this link. Make sure to add your church as the “Donor Organization” when making a donation. This helps Episcopal Relief & Development keep track of your church’s fundraising goal.

Thank you for your prayers. They truly make a difference in the work that we do.

Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday at Grace Church, Charleston, SC

Every time there are five Sundays in a month, Grace Church Cathedral observes Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday. Watch the video below and listen to testimonies from parishioners about what this special day means to them and why they celebrate. Haga clic aquí para ver el video con subtítulos en español.