Episcopal Relief & Development is the compassionate response of The Episcopal Church to human suffering in the world.  Hearing God’s call to seek and serve Christ in all persons and to respect the dignity of every human being, Episcopal Relief & Development serves to bring together the generosity of Episcopalians and others with the needs of the world.  When we learn of disasters throughout the world, whether they be earthquakes, hurricanes, war, etc., the generous people of St. John's reach out to support the lifesaving and life-giving ministry of ERD.