Goals
The Appalachian ministries in our diocese are among the liveliest and most diverse in the country, covering every aspect from economic development to the arts.
Founded over 30 years ago as the Appalachian People's Service Organization (APSO) Episcopal Appalachian Ministries represents a coalition of 15 dioceses which span the Appalachian region. Though many people are surprised to hear that Ohio is part of Appalachia, our state includes 29 Appalachian counties clustered along the Ohio River and as far north as I-70. Appalachians make up a major part of Ohio's urban communities from Cincinnati to Toledo.
Each diocesan commission works with a unique array of ministries, many designed and carried out at the grassroots level. The Appalachian ministries in our diocese are among the liveliest and most diverse in the country, covering every aspect from economic development to the arts.
EAM's overarching goals are to:
- increase appreciation for the spirituality, history, values, and culture of Appalachians
- work for the empowerment of economically stressed Appalachian communities
- advocate for social justice and restoration of the region¹s environment
- meet crucial needs
- work for empowerment through education and economic development
- provide technical assistance for people in any of the above ministries
Everyone on the diocesan EAM commission is involved hands-on in local ministry in addition to working together at the diocesan level. In these pages, you can find out about our current projects and a number of resources you can tap into.
We're eager to hear about your ministry, too! Click on "Where to Find Us," and send us an e-mail about what you're doing or planning.
To find out more about Episcopal and ecumenical ministries throughout the Appalachian region, contact Mike Maloney at meamon@aol.com or 1-800-956-2776.