March 12, 2010
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We came together to talk about serving community needs in Hernando County.


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"I'm really proud to be a part of a church family that cares so deeply for those right here in our own backyard."

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The ELCA has provided more than $1 million in support for HIV/AIDS programs in Africa.


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"Our pastor encouraged the congregation to tithe ten percent of the money raised to help others. "

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We are raising up leaders through faith development and training.


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Global Mission
The Florida-Bahamas Synod, ELCA, is committed to sharing Christ with the world! Through your support, we advocate and work for mission in different contexts and promote the importance of the dignity and selfworth of all people. Explore our Global Mission Blog to discover what we are doing to share the love of Christ.
  • Global Mission Blog
    The Florida-Bahamas Synod, ELCA, is committed to sharing Christ with the world! Through your support, we advocate and work for mission in different contexts and promote the importance of the dignity and selfworth of all people. Explore our Global Mission Blog to discover what we are doing to share the love of Christ.
  • Haiti
    On January 12 at 4:53 p.m., a magnitude 7.0 earthquake rocked the island country of Haiti, primarily impacting its capital of Port-au-Prince and its nearly two million residents. It is believed that over three million citizens of Haiti are affected. The epicenter of the quake was centered approximately 10 miles west of Port-au-Prince. Offices, hotels, houses and shops have collapsed. Over 30 aftershocks ranging from 4.2 to 5.9 have already been recorded.



    The city is without electricity and the telephone network has been overloaded with calls making it impossible to reach friends and family.

    The presidential palace is in ruins and many churches have been destroyed. Hospitals that were not directly impacted by the quake are overflowing and the search for survivors is intense. Already one of the poorest countries in the world, this catastrophe will exacerbate the suffering felt by many already living with hunger and poverty.

    The ELCA, through the Lutheran World Federation, is already responding to the critical needs of survivors in Haiti. Thankfully, the LWF offices and staff on the island were spared in the earthquake, making it possible for work to begin immediately. Staff there will focus their immediate efforts on issues of water safety and sanitation, assisting with medical triage, and providing emergency sheltering for the many who are now homeless. The ELCA has long-standing relationships in Haiti through several organizations and the Lutheran Church in Haiti.

    Please hold the people of Haiti in your prayers. Suggested prayer petitions are provided by the ELCA Worship PDF Format. Include these prayers in your personal time of devotion and in your Congregation Prayers. You can also share this bulletin insert PDF Format with the members of your congregation to encourage prayers and gifts.

    Gifts to ELCA International Disaster Response help us to provide immediate and effective support to communities which are in need. Please consider giving to support the needs of this response and others like it. Information on giving is provided in the box on the right “How You Can Help.” 100% of your gift will be used in full to bring life sustaining support to this crisis. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.