9/03/2016

Fort Lauderdale Churches Are Plentiful And Welcoming

By Michael Thompson


Metropolitan South Florida is one of the most densely populated regions in the United States. Millions of people of almost every nationality and every faith live, work and worship here. Each day more people arrive to make this vibrant area their home. If you plan to into the area, relocating for business or just because you love this part of the country, you will have many decisions to make. For people of faith, looking for a church home, Fort Lauderdale churches are waiting to welcome you.

For many years the Baptists have been the predominate Christian denomination in the southern section of the country. If this is your preferred church, you will have a huge selection to choose from. One of the largest in the city, is First Baptist. You will find the campus in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale. The congregation is comprised of individuals and families from all walks of life and from many different countries.

Calvary Chapel is another popular Baptist church with an aggressive community outreach program. There are a variety of groups with specific interests and goals actively working on projects both spiritual and secular. There is no dress code for services, and attendees are encouraged to come in whatever clothes make them comfortable. If you are unable to attend Sunday worship, it is no problem. This church holds services on Saturdays and Wednesdays every week.

If your beliefs have led you to a strict adherence to the Bible, you might want to visit Gateway. They consider themselves non-denominational, and welcome everyone with open arms. Families with young children should check out the Christian academy they run. It offers an academic curriculum within a Christian environment.

Our Lady of the Rosary came into being just after the Second Vatican Council. It works to ensure that Catholics with traditional, conservative values and beliefs are served. The church has branched out into several locations to better assist its parish. Our Lady also reaches out to believers from other nations by providing mass texts in a variety of languages.

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.

Florida has always boasted a large and vibrant Jewish community, and you will find many synagogues with differing focuses and views. Temple Beth Israel is conservative and has been serving the city for fifty years. Temple Bat Yam is a reform temple with a liberal viewpoint that embraces the diversity of all cultures.

Moving to a new city and making new friends can be very stressful. Attending a house of worship and participating in activities available there, can be a great way to get to know like minded people in your community.




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