Moving communities forward with justice, compassion, and
Gospel-centered action.
SAVE THE DATE
ECS Sunday, May 3, 2026
Setting a Table Where All are Fed
ECS Sunday is a day when our diocese come together in service, reconciliation, and justice—and you can help make a difference. Your generosity helps ECS-NJ provide critical funding opportunities for organizations addressing food insecurity, housing support, racial justice, and community outreach.
Upcoming Webinar
Building the Kingdom with Affordable Housing
Thursday, May 14, 2026
7 PM
Organizers/Presenters:
- Fr. Geoff Curtiss, Trinity Church Asbury Park
- Tracy Rogers, Asbury Park Affordable Housing Coalition
- Members of the Teen Think Tank
- Derek Bloom, Housing Coalition
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In the News
Summit: Building the Kingdom with Affordable Housing
Join us on May 14, 2026 at 7 pm for Building the Kingdom with Affordable Housing.
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A snapshot look into who we are and how we empower our neighbors across our diocese.
Our Focus Areas
Our focus on Gospel Justice is centered around our five core components: Advocacy, Education, Grantmaking, Fundraising and Prayer.
Hear from those we’ve helped.
These testimonial videos offer a glimpse into how faith is being lived out through service.
Featured Video:
Stories of Hope. Voices of Grace Series, St. James Episcopal Church
For children in foster care, every transition can feel uncertain—and deeply human. At St. James Episcopal Church in Bradley Beach, NJ, the Luggage for Love Ministry offers something simple, yet powerful: dignity, care, and love through the gift of new luggage.
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ECS-NJ Welcomes
The Rev. Dr. Carolyn Bradley, Dcn, Co-Chair of the ECS-NJ Advisory Council
We are delighted to announce the appointment of the Rev. Dr. Carolyn Bradley, Dcn as Co-Chair of the ECS-NJ Advisory Council. Rev. Bradley brings a deep passion for service and a steadfast commitment to our mission of transforming lives through compassion and justice. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Rev. Dave Snyder for his dedicated leadership and guidance during his time as Co-Chair. While Fr. Dave transitions from this role, we are pleased that he will continue to serve with ECS-NJ through various committees, sharing his insight and experience as we continue our important work together.
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grantee spotlight
St. Augustine
For over three and a half decades, St. Augustine’s Sunday feeding program has served as a cornerstone of community support on Asbury Park’s Westside. Operating in one of New Jersey’s most under-resourced areas, this urban ministry provides a critical lifeline, ensuring local families have access to consistent, nutritious meals every Sunday.
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