Disciple: Get on the Map

Episcopal Asset Map is set to become a critical tool for the Diocese

By Diocesan Staff

The Episcopal Asset Map is a tool created by Episcopal Relief & Development. Originally intended for use in disaster response, it quickly became apparent that it is also extremely useful for highlighting everyday ministry throughout The Episcopal Church. Every Episcopal church and mission is included, providing each with an opportunity to share the news of all their church or ministry has to offer, both every day and in times of trouble, in a format searchable by users.

Earlier in the year, the Diocese of North Carolina asked every church to participate in the map, and so far the response has been tremendous. It’s not too late to complete your church profile, and there are three very important, tangible reasons to do so:

1.    You will become part of a nationwide network, as the hope is The Episcopal Church will adopt this map as its search tool.

2.    We plan to integrate the Asset Map into the diocesan website. It will eventually replace the current map and directory.

3.    The Diocese expects to include the Asset Map as part of the diocesan profile used in our search for the XII Bishop Diocesan.

The effort you put in to filling out your map information will be time well spent.

“Working on the Asset Map has surprised and inspired me,” said Tamara Plummer, asset map coordinator for ERD. “I have come to appreciate in new ways the vast, diverse, international, awe-inspiring world called the Jesus Movement of the Episcopal Church.”

To fill out or update your church’s information:

1.    Visit episcopalassetmap.org

2.    Click on “Explore My Diocesan Map” and select the Diocese of North Carolina from the drop-down menu.

3.    Find your church’s map pin, click on it and then select your church’s name. (You can also find your church by selecting “List View” from the main tab menu.)

4.    Click the “Take the Survey” button in the upper right corner.

No worries if your information changes over time – you can update your profile anytime you like.

If you are new to digital ministry, this is an easy first step. You could even say it’s a form of evangelism.

“The map is not about taking credit or boasting, it is an invitation to have others join you,” said Plummer. “An invitation to be a little boastful, to share your story and let the world know how your hands are working in the world.”

If you have questions or need help completing your profile, please email the communications team.