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 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.

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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