March 11, 2010
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We came together to talk about serving community needs in Hernando County.


More information under Faith in Action about how we are making a difference!

"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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Florida-Bahamas Synod Staff
The staff and volunteers of the Office of the Bishop of the synod are professional lay and rostered individuals serving God and the church through the building of relationships on a regional and national level. They serve as the link among congregations, synods, partner agencies and with the national expression of the ELCA. Their areas of expertise include a large variety of vital resources for congregations, leaders and members in the Florda-Bahamas Synod.
# Name Position E-mail Phone
1 Bishop Edward R. Benoway Bishop of the Synod This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext 225
2 Rev. Paul L. Lutze Asst. to the Bishop This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 772-708-6983
3 Rev. Dr. Rita Gardner Tweed Asst. to the Bishop This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-230-4907
4 Mr. Ken F. Aicher Asst. to the Bishop This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 222
5 Rev. Gerald "Jerry" Wahl Director for Evangelical Mission (ELCA) This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 228
6 Mr. Adam J. Bost, MAR Interim Specialist for Communication This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660
7 Ms. Irene F. Flynn Specialist for Resources and Leadership This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 229
8 Rev. Lenier "Lenny" Gallardo (Spanish) Specialist for Hispanic/Latino Ministry This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 305-264-9059
9 Rev. Paul Summer Lutheran Planned Giving This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 386-852-0511
10 Rev. Wally Meyer Specialist for German Ministry This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-988-4025
11 Rev. Russell Meyer Synod IT Consultant / Florida Council of Churches This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-763-3610
12 Ms. Ileana Sardinas (Spanish) Executive Admin. Asst. to Bishop Benoway This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 225
13 Ms. Annette Washington Woods, CPA Accountant / Admin Asst. to Mr. Aicher This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 223
14 Ms. Yuliet Garcia (Spanish) Admin. Asst. to Pr. Wahl This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813-876-7660 ext. 234
15 Ms. Jan Benard Event Registrar / Reception This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 813876-7660 ext 221
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