Immersion Journey to Haiti-
Jan. 18-28, 2019
The most recent Global Mission Newsletter is available
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Details are still being worked out, however, we want to let people know the ELH is eager to host a group from the Florida-Bahamas Synod as part of their “Come and See, Go and Tell” mission priority.
Anita Unrath, Chair of the Haiti Task Force, will be leading this travel group. Plans include participating in the dedication of the new roof on New Jerusalem Church in Les Cayes, visiting the Lutheran Center in Gressier, cultural activities and sites in Port-au-Prince, and attending the dedication of the new cistern in Savanne-Zombie. The trip will be organized so that travelers can do the entire 10 days, or do the first 5 days and fly home, or arrive for the second 5 days.
Contact Anita Unrath by email – tunrath@cfl.rr.com or call 321-223-9521 for more information and to indicate your desire to go.
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In the wilderness
In her November column for Living Lutheran, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton reflects on Numbers 11, the Israelites’ journey to the land the Lord had promised them. Today, we are “becoming a generation not quite arrived at the promised land, but seeing God declaring: ‘Now you will see if my word will come true for you or not.’ ”
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Retreat * Restore * Renew: Jan. 4-6, 2019
A retreat sponsored by Lutherans Restoring Creation
624 acres of beautiful wooded land right along the Cape Fear river, about 40 minutes outside of
Raleigh, NC lies a retreat center that beckons you to come together with others in your broader faith community to celebrate God’s amazing creation. Within this remote (yet comfy ) setting, along with the Lutherans Restoring Creation program designed to empower and equip those who want to integrate earth-keeping as part of their church life, you will leave renewed and ready .
Interspersed throughout the workshop we will have time to connect with one another, experience the land we visit and worship in a variety of ways. Leave with a detailed plan of what your next steps are: personally, in your house of worship and surrounding community. Parting favors also include a fellowship of people who will keep you accountable!
Register ASAP as space is VERY limited!
Two nights with five meals are included for $150 (shared room) or $200 (private room). If you have any financial difficulty, please contact us as scholarships are available thanks to the Stewardship of Life Institute.
Phoebe Morad: 617-599-2722, info@LutheransRestoringCreation.org
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Click on the calendar to go to the synod calendar to learn more about these events
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Mark Your Calendar for these dates in 2019
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Nov. 16-17 -
Synod Council (Tampa)
Nov. 18 -
Music Concert, Peace, Ft. Myers
Nov. 18 -
Organ dedication and blessing, Good Shepherd, Tampa (4:00-5:15)
Nov. 23-24 - SYNOD OFFICE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
Nov. 23 -
Thanksgiving Day Worship and Meal, Grace, Tallahassee (11:00)
Nov. 28-29 -
Generation NEXT Stewardship Event, Tampa
Nov. 29-Dec. 1 -
Latino Summit, Naples
Dec. 16 -
Florida Pro Musica concert, Trinity, St. Petersburg
Jan. 23-24 -
ELCA Coaching Training
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Registration open for J-Term 2019
Registration for J-Term 2019, January 6-12, in Carefree, Arizona, is now open! To register, please click here. "Diaconal Ministry: History, Formation and Spirituality," is a master's level seminary course for credit/audit/continuing education...
Read more
deaconesscommunity.org
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Rock the Universe Changes Dates for 2019
A note from the Youth Programs Team at Universal Studios
Attention Youth Leaders and Pastors,
We are excited to share with our churches news about the shift of Rock the Universe from September to February. Rock the Universe is now in winter and is cooler than ever.
Our next Rock the Universe Christian Music Festival will be February 1st and 2nd, 2019. We hope to see you and your youth ministry at Rock the Universe 2019.
Please visit our website, read our blog post and use our Rock the Universe 2019 social media for your youth ministry. Click on links below.
Limited Time Offer - Get a FREE Universal Orlando Gift Card up to $300 when booking a 2 night or longer Rock Your Weekend Group Getaway. Book by 12/20/18. See attached for more details or call our Universal Vacations team at 1.800.224.4489.
Please respond to this email or give us a call if you have any questions about Rock the Universe.
Thank you,
Rock the Universe Team
Universal Orlando Youth Programs
407.363.8223 or 1.800.968.8415 x3
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Congregation In Need of Audio Equipment
Christ Lutheran Church, Englewood is in need of some audio equipment: microphone, cables, and any other audio-related equipment. If your congregation has equipment in good condition that would be helpful to Christ, please contact the office directly at
office@christlutheranfleng.org.
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Christmas Concert to Restore Church Organ
Sunday, December 16, 2018 3:00 pm
Professional vocal ensemble, Florida Pro Musica, presents:
A Renaissance Christmas at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in downtown Saint Petersburg. The one-hour concert tells the story of the Nativity through a capella vocal music including Latin motets, Gregorian chant and traditional carols.
“Performing in beautiful, historic sanctuaries like Trinity’s connects the listener with ancient music in a spiritually uplifting way,” said Larry Kent, director of Florida Pro Musica. “The location is as important as the artists’ performance in creating an inspiring concert experience.”
Proceeds from the concert fund the restoration of the KniesJamerson Memorial Pipe Organ. “To restore all 1,096 pipes, we need to raise $40,000,” explained Pastor Paul Gibson. “We hope this concert raises awareness with people who love church music and want to support this historic restoration.”
A reception with the artists follows the concert. Tickets are $20, available through floridapromusica.com or the church by calling (727) 822-3307 or emailing office@trinitylutheranstpete.org. Discounts are available for groups of 10 or more.
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- Synod Council (Tampa)
- Geneva and Wittenberg (with Bishop Eaton)
- Latino Summit (Naples)
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