Margaret Hinchey, wife of Rev. Donald Hinchey (Emeritus), as she struggles with intense back pain and prepares for spinal infusion surgeries.

Rev. Richard Norris (Trinity, Lake Placid, FL) as he suffers from continuous pain after knee replacement surgery last year and severe back pain. Please pray for him as he seeks medical attention and answers to relieve pain.

Rev. Robert Stuenkel (Emeritus) is currently awaiting lung biopsy results. Please pray for peace and healing in the process.

Rev. Steve Schafer (Faith, Viera, FL) has begun treatment for cancer. Please pray for healing and for ease with any side effects.

Rev. Joe Adams (Christ the King, Largo, FL) as he begins treatment for prostate cancer.

Kristin Woods (Bethel, Hobe Sound, FL- Preschool Asst. Dir.) was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Please pray for health and healing during her treatment.

Rev. Ernie Knoche (Emeritus) as he undergoes treatment for leukemia. Please pray for the treatment plan to work and for him to have ease with any side effects.

Rev. Chris Patterson (Concordia, Miami, FL) continues his recovery at his home. Please pray for Chris and his family as he heals and they transition to living at home.

Submit a prayer request so our office and others in the District, if you choose, can lift your need or thanksgiving to our loving Father.

The President's Equip Conference is a gathering where everyone in your congregation, volunteers, leaders, pastors, board members, educators, youth leaders, and administrators, can gather insights and ideas for your ministry in connecting people to Jesus. This conference will offer keynote speakers, fellowship, and breakout sessions to equip you and your congregation to live as along-siders. The 2023 conference will be held at the Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace in Orlando, FL, September 28-30, 2023.

This year's conference theme is "Living as Along-Siders: Disciples Making Disciple Makers." The FLGA District is also celebrating 75 years of mission and ministry! Details are being finalized and will be available soon on the President's Equip Webpage.

Would you like to lead a Breakout session at the 2023 President's Equip Conference? The PEC is for Lay, Commissioned Ministers, and Clergy alike. Proposals should consider the theme for planning the breakout sessions, "Living as Alongsiders: Disciples Making Disciple Makers," which is the 2023 PEC theme.

Breakout leaders will receive a small honorarium for presenting but are responsible for their conference registration and expenses. Click here to submit your proposal. Please submit proposals before March 22. Contact Peter Meier with your questions.

Subscribe for daily Lenten devotions written by workers of the FLGA District. This year the theme is Daring to Make a Difference... Let's Talk About Jesus! Sign up to receive them via email on the FLGA District website. Scroll down the page to see "Subscribe to Emails" on the right side; fill in your information, and submit.

The devotions are also available on the FLGA District website's Lenten Devotions page after 10 am daily.

Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Griffin, GA, found many ways to reach out to their community in a time of need. On January 12, multiple tornadoes struck Griffin, GA; the people of their congregation were prepared and went to work! They distributed 228 flood buckets to those in need as well as dry goods and food through the local food bank; volunteers could even step in and help with volunteer coordination and the call center at the local Emergency Management Agency.

Amid disaster and chaos, Christ Our Savior was able to shine Christ's light to those in need; we love because He first loved us. 1 John 4:19 Helping the hurting amid disaster.

Join FLGA Executive Director of Missions and Outreach, Rev. Dr. Peter Meier, for Transformation Tuesdays, a one-hour Zoom call for some great discussion! The Transformation Tuesday discussions are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at 11 am.

March 14 • Missionary Churches in a Non-Christian World: God has chosen the weak thing of this world to carry out His mission. How does He equip His church to live and be sent on His mission? How can we help disciples today to understand the times and be prepared to connect people to Jesus? 

Anyone who wishes to join in the discussion or listen in is invited. Please click here to get your Zoom link.

All Florida-Georgia congregations have been notified by email to submit their congregational statistics. TIMELY filing is crucial this year as the Synod prepares to evaluate representation for the 2023 Synod convention AND to contact congregational leaders with important invitations for their congregations to participate in convention processes. It is also IMPORTANT that the congregations enter lay leader information, including correct email addresses, through their portal.

Congregation Statistics are due March 31, 2023; complete the Statistics Report online.  

Member congregations having trouble logging in to the portal or need other assistance, email Rosters or call (314)996-1366.

Lay Leaders, pastors, school administrators, and called workers of Region 3 are invited to join FLGA District President Rockey and Executive Staff for our Circuit District Partnership Events on March 27, 28 & 30, 2023.

On this event flyer, you will find the full details of the date, time, and location for your circuit's opportunity to join the event.

Through Lutheran Counseling Services, the FLGA District provides the Ministerial Assistance Program (MAP).