Song leaders, choral singers, and instrumentalists (guitar, bass, drums, strings, brass and handbells) would be desirable as volunteers during opening (Friday afternoon) and closing (Sunday morning) worship. We are also... read more →
In just a few months, well over 30,000 youth and adults will gather in NRG Park in Houston, Texas, for the 2018 Youth Gathering. We are so excited that the... read more →
A reflection from Cheryl Stuart, Synod Vice President The Gospel lesson for the third Sunday in Lent told the story of Jesus turning over the tables of the money changers... read more →
Contacts: ALOA, Carol Murphy, Operations Manager, aloa4u@gmail.com, 800-930-2562 Dave Rustad, dave.rustad@thrivent.com, 612-844-7037, 612-240-2264 (cell) ALOA receives $25,000 challenge grant for connecting people and congregations project Thrivent Financial Foundation grant benefits... read more →
by Pr. Dell Shiell I remember a church council member saying, “You’re a pastor. Of course, you don’t understand finances.” I had to admit my seminary training didn’t equip me... read more →
ELCA seminaries look to identify, nurture and sustain new leaders CHICAGO (Feb. 22, 2018) – In partnership with Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s Leadership Initiative, the seven seminaries of the Evangelical... read more →
The ELCA provides several statements and responses for study, prayer and discussion in light of a community tragedy. Consider these resources: Social Statement on Church in Society: A Lutheran Perspective... read more →
From Bishop Suarez, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 This time the shooting was around the corner. My wife Aura and I were just finishing lunch with our son and his family.... read more →
Feb. 14, 2018 Dear friends in Christ in the Florida-Bahamas Synod, On Ash Wednesday, as we once again enter into the season of Lent and focus on Jesus’ journey to... read more →
The following interview was posted in the Feb. 5 "First Monday" e-newsletter from diakonia. Lynn Harmening-Marlowe is now a candidate for rostered ministry in the Florida-Bahamas Synod. Find out more... read more →