luni, 29 august 2016

Fort Lauderdale Churches Embrace People Of All Nationalities And Faiths

By Michael Thompson


People of all nations, colors, and beliefs call metropolitan south Florida home. This area is one of the most densely populated in the entire United States. If you are moving here because of a job transfer or because you want to start a new adventure in your life, you will be impressed with the richness of the culture, the variety of cuisine available, and the entertainment options found everywhere. Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists and all others of faith will welcome you to their Fort Lauderdale churches, synagogues, and mosques.

Florida is a southern state, and there are more Baptists in the South than in anywhere else in the country. It stands to reason that you will not have a hard time finding a church of this denomination. First Baptist is located right downtown, and it one of the largest worship houses in this city. It has a huge campus and an extremely diverse congregation including many different nationalities.

Calvary Chapel is another very large church in the same faith. You can attend services several days each week including Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. The congregation is encouraged to come dressed in whatever feels comfortable to them. They have a number of community groups, so if you are new to the area, this could be a great way to meet people and get involved in various activities that interest you.

If you grew up in a Christian household that believed in strict adherence to Biblical teachings, Gateway might be a good fit. They are non-denominational and concentrate on the gospel. This house of worship has established its own school for primary grades. You can get more information on the Christian academy from their website if you have an interest.

If you are of the Catholic faith, Our Lady of the Rosary has several different locations in the area for you to choose from. It was established shortly after the Second Vatican Council. The parish is very traditional in its views and the masses it conducts. In order to serve the needs of such a diverse population, mass texts in Latin, English, Spanish, French, and Italian are available.

The Ancient Spanish Monastery is a tourist attraction as well as an active ministry. It holds regular services in its sanctuary where everyone within the congregation is welcome to participate by conventional kneeling and rising or by sitting quietly and respectfully. The members are comprised of about equal parts Spanish, black and white. Even if you do not attend mass, you should visit to take a look at the impressive architecture.

The Jewish community is alive and well in south Florida, and you will find a multitude of synagogues with differing views and attitudes. Traditional conservative Jews will want to visit Temple Beth Israel. It has been an active part of this city for fifty years. Temple Bat Yam, on the other hand, appeals to the liberal reform believers.

The churches here encourage visitors and welcome the opportunity to go to know them better. Whether you are a committed member of a specific denomination or someone who prefers a non-denominational atmosphere, you will be sure to find a spiritual home in this great part of this country.




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