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Welcome to the Florida-Bahamas Synod!
We are 210 congregations and 83,000 baptized
persons, 500 of whom are rostered as pastors, associates in ministry, and
diaconal ministers. Our mission is to share Christ, make disciples,
and do justice in the world. We believe that God is moving us into
the future as a grace-centered, highly connected, energized community,
empowered by the Holy Spirit to transform lives.
We will achieve our vision by:
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Renewing our leadership through spiritual
development
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Engaging the world with the Gospel in a
creative way
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Facilitating resources and support for
interaction among ministry partners.
We are doing this with and through our ministry
partners:
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Pastors
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Associates in ministry and diaconal ministers
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Lay leaders and congregation members
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Agencies and special ministries
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Church-wide ELCA and ecumenical entities.
We are guided by our core values:
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Our Identity - Profound faith in Jesus
Christ! Deep roots in Lutheran heritage! Passion for Mission and Mission
Support!
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Our Relationships - Commitment to
loving relationships! Spirit of compassion and humility! Openness to all
people!
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Our Service - Integrity in word and
deed! Team spirit with partners! Excellence in ministry!
Along with the entire synod and those working in
the Office of the Bishop, it is my joy to provide oversight and direction as
together we engage in making disciples for Jesus Christ. To this end, we ask
for your prayers. And once again, WELCOME!
+Bishop Edward R. Benoway |
