The Diocese of Oregon is connected to Church World Service through congregational activities and via Bishop Itty's service on its executive board. Founded in 1946, Church World Service is the relief, development, and refugee assistance ministry of 35 Protestant, Orthodox, and Anglican denominations in the United States. Working in partnership with indigenous organizations in more than 80 countries, CWS works worldwide to meet human needs and foster self-reliance for all whose way is hard.

Within the United States, Church World Service assists communities in responding to disasters, resettles refugees, promotes fair national and international policies, provides educational resources, and offers opportunities to join a people-to-people network of local and global caring through participation in CROP WALKS, the TOOLS & BLANKETS Program, and the "Gift of the Heart" Kit Program. The Diocese of Oregon works with CWS regional representatives to support these essential programs through church and diocesan drives.

Contact:
The Rev. Stephen Whitney-Wise
stephenwhitneywise@comcast.net