Come to the Well Retreat
2022-05-09 14:30 - 2022-05-11 14:00 (America/New_York)
A Wellness Retreat for Rostered Leaders During a Pandemic Facilitated by the Rev. Sharon Taylor
And all who thirst will thirst no more
And all who search will find what their souls long for
The world will try, but it can never fill
Leave it all behind, and come to the well. Casting Crowns
Let’s be Honest. Being a rostered leader is challenging in good times. During a pandemic, pastoring can be unbearable at times!
Through a generous grant from Lutheran Disaster Relief-USA, the Florida-Bahamas Synod is sponsoring this two-night retreat as a crisis response and an opportunity to decompress and reconnect to our spiritual selves.
“Come to the Well” retreat will provide opportunities for rest, renewal, and play. Using spiritual practices, we will reconnect with God, with ourselves, and with one another.
Overnight accommodations at the Residence Inn Fort Myers Sanibel. Please click here for information and registration.

Transition Ministry Training Online Webinar
2022-07-18 09:00 - 2022-07-22 12:00
Online Transition Training
July 18-22, 2022
Monday – Friday, 9am-12noon
Each session will be recorded and made available for review. Presentation PowerPoints will be shared in advance for note taking during the presentation
Click here to register and to view the schedule.

Boundless Wide & Deep (July 24-29, 2022)
2022-07-24 - 2022-07-29
In lieu of the ELCA Youth Gathering, Luther Springs has planned a week where youth will share God’s immeasurable love by serving others, enjoying new friends and old, and having limitless fun!
The curriculum is based on the ELCA Youth Gathering curriculum. Ephesians 3:18-19 (CEV): I pray that you and all of God’s people will understand what is called wide or long or high or deep. I want you to know all about Christ’s love, although it is too wonderful to be measured. Then your lives will be filled with all that God is.
Click here to see what our week will look like and for registration information.

2022 Conference on Ministry
2022-10-17 - 2022-10-19 | Warren Willis Conference Center, 4991 Picciola Rd, Fruitland Park, FL, 34731, United States
This year’s Conference on Ministry is set for October 17-19, 2022 at Warren Willis Conference Center (formerly the Life Enrichment Center) in Fruitland Park, Florida.
The Conference on Ministry is specifically for the edification and renewal of the rostered ministers of the Florida-Bahamas Synod. When our leaders are inspired, encouraged, and renewed, they are ready to lead God’s people with energy and passion.
This year’s theme is “Thy Kingdom Come” featuring Dr. Reggie McNeal as our keynote speaker.
Click here for registration & details.
Deadline to register for the Conference on Ministry is September 26.
Note: There will be a late fee of $100 after the deadline.

Interim Pastor/Transition Ministry Training
2023-01-03 08:00 - 17:00
In-Person, January 31- February 2, at Luther Springs! Register now!
In the bestseller, Passages, Gail Sheehy argues that life, from birth to death, is really a series of twists and turns, with each being an opportunity for creative change. There are many factors that come into play when a congregation is in transition. Whether that congregation has just received an interim pastor, a newly-called pastor, or is seeking new direction into God’s future, it is a time of transition from something that was to something that is yet to be. If you are in your first call, On Leave from Call or retired, this may be an opportunity for you.

When: Tuesday, January 31, 3:00 p.m. to Thursday, February 2 noon.
Where: Luther Springs Camp and Conference Center, 264 Vause Lake Road, Hawthorne, FL 32640.
Registration contact: Tina Fritz, Florida-Bahamas Synod, 813-876-7660 ext. 232, tinaf@fbsynod.org

TUESDAY, January 31
1:30 p.m. Check-in opens
3:00 p.m. Welcome, Housekeeping, Introductions, Opening Devotion
3:15 p.m. The Dynamics Transition
5:15 p.m. BREAK
5:30 p.m. DINNER
6:30 p.m. What Motivates Ministry: It’s about Call
7:45 p.m. BREAK
8:00 p.m. Application of Learning
8:45 p.m. Closing Eucharist – Bishop Preaching
9:00 p.m. Fellowship

WEDNESDAY, February 1
8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST
8:45 a.m. Morning Devotion
9:00 a.m. Hearing Call, Discernment
10:15 a.m. BREAK
10:30 a.m. Application of Learning: Group Discussion
11:30 a.m. LUNCH
12:30 p.m. Bishop’s Time
1:30 p.m. Constitutions, Finances and Best Practice
2:30 p.m. Two-day attendees dismissed (Transition Ministry only)
2:30 p.m. FREE TIME – Enjoy Luther Springs!
5:30 p.m. DINNER
6:30 p.m. Transition Manual Mutual Support & Accountability
8:30 p.m. Closing Devotion

THURSDAY, February 2
8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST
8:45 a.m. Opening Reflection
9:00 a.m. Leadership & Five Primary Areas of Focus I
10:15 a.m. BREAK
10:30 a.m. Leadership & Five Primary Areas of Focus II, Final Thoughts on PT Interim Ministry
11:30 a.m. Q&A – What stood out for you?
11:50 p.m. Closing Devotion
12:00 p.m. LUNCH

Interim Pastor/Transition Ministry Training
2023-01-31 15:00 - 2023-02-02 12:00 | Luther Springs Camp and Conference Center, 264 Vause Lake Road, Hawthorne, FL, 32640, United States
Registration contact: Tina Fritz, Florida-Bahamas Synod, 813-876-7660 ext. 232, tinaf@fbsynod.org.

TUESDAY, January 31

1:30 p.m. Check-in opens
3:00 p.m. Welcome, Housekeeping, Introductions, Opening Devotion
3:15 p.m. The Dynamics Transition
5:15 p.m. BREAK
5:30 p.m. DINNER
6:30 p.m. What Motivates Ministry: It’s about Call
7:45 p.m. BREAK
8:00 p.m. Application of Learning
8:45 p.m. Closing Eucharist – Bishop Preaching
9:00 p.m. Fellowship

WEDNESDAY, February 1

8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST
8:45 a.m. Morning Devotion
9:00 a.m. Hearing Call, Discernment
10:15 a.m. BREAK
10:30 a.m. Application of Learning: Group Discussion
11:30 a.m. LUNCH
12:30 p.m. Bishop’s Time
1:30 p.m. Constitutions, Finances and Best Practice
2:30 p.m. Two-day attendees dismissed (Transition Ministry only)
2:30 p.m. FREE TIME – Enjoy Luther Springs!
5:30 p.m. DINNER
6:30 p.m. Transition Manual, Mutual Support & Accountability
8:30 p.m. Closing Devotion

THURSDAY, February 2

8:00 a.m. BREAKFAST
8:45 a.m. Opening Reflection
9:00 a.m. Leadership & Five Primary Areas of Focus I
10:15 a.m. BREAK
10:30 a.m. Leadership & Five Primary Areas of Focus II, Final Thoughts on PT Interim Ministry
11:30 a.m. Q&A – What stood out for you?
11:50 p.m. Closing Devotion
12:00 p.m. LUNCH

Join Synod Holy Land Pilgrimage
2023-04-10 - 2023-04-20
Joint Synod Holy Land Pilgrimage: April 10 – 20, 2023
Join Bishop Pedro Suarez and Pr. Khader El-Yateem along with Bishop Yehiel Curry (Metropolitan Chicago Synod) on a journey to the Holy Land next spring. This joint pilgrimage includes 10 days of sightseeing and unforgettable experiences. Space is limited. Click here for registration and pricing. Download the brochure with travel itinerary and additional trip details here.

Synod Assembly 2025
2025-06-12 13:00 - 2025-06-14 12:00 | Embassy Suites, 4955 Kyngs Heath Rd, Kissimmee, 34746, United States
