Product Overview
One Great Hour of Sharing
February 10, 2027 — March 28, 2027
The Leader’s Guide contains everything you need to have a successful offering season. There is information about the offering itself, including what this offering supports, statistics, and the impact it has had in previous years. Instructions for before, during, and after each offering season are included. Minute for mission scripts are also featured in the back of this Leader’s Guide.
Around the world, millions of people lack access to sustainable food sources, clean water, sanitation, education, and opportunity. The work done in support of the causes supported by One Great Hour of Sharing (OGHS) — disaster, hunger, poverty, climate change, and immigration/migration and refugees — serves individuals and communities in need. This work provides people with safety, sustenance, and hope. Typically received during the season of Lent, this Offering helps to improve the lives of people in these challenging situations.
Causes Supported
Disaster, hunger, poverty, climate change, immigration, migration & refugees.
When is One Great Hour of Sharing received?
Most congregations receive this offering on Easter Sunday, Passion/Palm Sunday or both, while many receive it throughout Lent. However, your congregation can celebrate this Offering at any point in the year.
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