The Mission Share Fund supports the shared ministry of congregations across the Diocese of Los Angeles.
“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints and seek to show hospitality. … Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another.” – Romans 12:9-16
“My friends, … bear one another’s burdens and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
About the Mission Share Fund
The Mission Share Fund (MSF) consists of contributions from individual congregations of the Diocese of Los Angeles for the collective ministry of the Diocese. It provides for ministries that are best carried out at a diocesan level; funds outreach and formation, mission and congregational development, New Community ministries, stewardship and care; staffs the offices of Advancement, and Formation and Transition Ministry; maintains Episcopal facilities and grounds; and provides EDLA’s annual contribution to The Episcopal Church.
By contributing to the Mission Share Fund, each congregation takes part in the ministry of the whole Diocese, the church-wide program and the Anglican Communion. The Church is a community: the Diocese, every congregation, and every parishioner has obligations that must be fulfilled.
The Diocese asks parishes to give 15% of normal operating income, with a minimum level of 12%. Mission congregations give 10% of pledge and plate income. For assistance, contact finance@ladiocese.org.
Mission Share Resources
MSF Relief Application
Submit an application for Mission Share Fund relief using the form below.