Episcopal Relief and Development is launching Bishops Blend, a premium line of certified Fair Trade, dark roasted coffees from Central America and Indonesia. Through the sale of Bishops Blend, Episcopal Relief and Development will be able to further its mission of responding to the needs of the poor, hungry, homeless, and sick worldwide.
 
“We are very excited about this opportunity,” said Sandra Swan, President of Episcopal Relief and Development. “Bishops Blend coffee will provide additional funds for us to improve lives around the world.”
 
In addition to supporting Episcopal Relief and Development’s ministry, Bishops Blend is certified Fair Trade, organic, and shade grown. This ensures that coffee farmers are being paid a fair living wage and gain access to affordable credit. 
 
Episcopal Relief and Development is working with Pura Vida Coffee to sell Bishops Blend throughout the Episcopal Church.  “We are delighted to help Episcopal Relief and Development expand its work worldwide,” commented John Sage, Pura Vida Coffee President and Co-founder.
 
The product line will include three blends: Bishops Blend, Bishops Blend Decaf, and Bishops Cinnamon Spice.  Individuals, dioceses, parishes, and other organizations can order Bishops Blend on a regular basis or purchase the coffee at wholesale prices for church fundraisers.  Shipping is free on the first order.  To learn more about ordering this great coffee, visit http://www.er-d.org/ or call Bishops Blend customer service representatives at Pura Vida Coffee (877) 469-1431.
 
Episcopal Relief and Development is a compassionate response of the Episcopal Church to human suffering in the world.  Episcopal Relief and Development provides emergency assistance in times of disaster, rebuilds devastated communities after the immediate crisis is over, and offers long-term solutions to help people sustain safer, healthier, and more productive lives.
 
Pura Vida Coffee is a Seattle-based company committed to partnering with organizations like Episcopal Relief and Development.  One hundred percent of its net profits benefit at-risk children and families in coffee-growing countries.