Stories
Explore our Stories of Lasting Change. Each one is filled with hope, transformation and love from communities and our partners, staff and volunteers around the globe. See what’s possible when compassion drives action. Subscribe below to stay connected!
Changing How the Story Ends
Xerxes shares how inspired he has been by the giving hearts of donors to Episcopal Relief & Development.
By Xerxes Eclipse
Loving God, Yourself and Others in Disaster Response
In this blog, Sean McConnell reminds us that disaster response is not a sprint, but a marathon and that an essential part of helping others begins with love.
By Sean McConnell
Lessons from Katrina and How to Help After A Disaster
The 12th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina was last week, coinciding with the landfall of Hurricane Harvey and now Irma. In this blog, the Rev. David Knight offers a reflection on how he and his community recovered from this catastrophic disaster. As we respond to immediate and long-term needs during intense hurricane season, Father Knight shares thoughtful tips and lessons for anyone who wants to help communities impacted by the storms.
By The Reverend J. David Knight
Hurricane Harvey 2017: What can I do to help?
Learn how you can help in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. President of Episcopal Relief & Development Rob Radtke writes about the three R’s of disaster: Rescue, Relief and Recovery, then reminds us that our response to Hurricane Harvey and disasters like it are a marathon, not a sprint.
By Rob Radtke
Faithful Giving Impacts Generations To Come
A conversation with Reverend John Buenz, a long-standing giving partner of Episcopal Relief & Development, shows how faithful giving can impact generations to come.
By Richard Hoff
Farmers’ Faces Tell A Joyful Story Despite Unpredictability
In this blog, Senior Program Officer, Sara Delaney celebrates the farmers she’s worked with throughout the years.
By Sara Delaney
