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In 1997, the General convention of the Episcopal Church designated the last Sunday in Epiphany as World Mission Sunday to increase awareness of and participation in the wider global mission of the Church. It offers an excellent opportunity to learn about companion diocese relationships, parish-to-parish links, mission networks and societies, Episcopal missionaries past and present, and ways to get involved with mission efforts throughout the world. In 2009, 2010, and 2011, World Mission Sunday will be celebrated on the following dates:
Mark your calendars! Posters and other theme-based materials for the upcoming year are usually available in December. World Mission Sunday packets are mailed to parishes, dioceses, and mission networks of The Episcopal Church, including Province IX in late December/early January. Each year celebrates a particular aspect of global mission, but congregations and groups are free to use past themes if more suitable for their particular mission efforts. Click on the links below to access past themes and resources. Order posters from Episcopal Books and Resources: http://www.episcopalbookstore.org/ . At the bookstore site, click on “Parish Resources,” then scroll down to “World Mission” on the list provided. There is a shipping/handling charge of $7.50 for each order. You may also opt to download the poster for free at this website. Find 2009 World Mission Sunday resources here If you have questions about World Mission Sunday or have resources to add to the website, please contact Mary Brennan, Mission Communication Officer, 800-334-7826, mbrennan@episcopalchurch.org. |
