The Presiding Bishop, in declaring the first Sunday in Lent to be Episcopal Relief and Development (ERD) Sunday, stated that “Episcopal Relief and Development Sunday provides an opportunity for congregations to support ERD’s life-saving work through prayer and a special offering that will help people around the world.” To read the full statement, click here. To make donations for ERD Sunday, use the attached response device on the Lenten Bulletin Insert or fill out a Red Plate envelope. Please indicate that the gift is for “ERD Sunday” in the gift designation box on the “other” line of the envelope flap. To order Red Plate envelopes, please visit Episcopal Books and Resources.