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Occasional reflections, opinions and commentary from the Rev. Dr. Russell L. Meyer, Executive Director. While deeply informed on the teachings and positions of the church members of the Florida Council of Churches, Dr. Meyer’s blog does not communicate the official positions of any member churches or the Council itself unless expressed stated as such.

Wilt thou be made whole?

2018 Annual Faith Leaders Gathering Thursday Eve, November 29, 7 PM— Opening Ecumenical Worship – Bishop Frank Madison Reid III, AME Ecumenical & Urban Affairs Friday, November 30 9 AM-2 PM— Crafting the Florida Narrative with the Gospel. – Rev. Dr.David A. Hooker Mt. Olive AME Church 600 Jones St, Clearwater, Read more

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Solidarity with Charlottesville

Statement on Charlottesville Events: Naming and Repenting Evil Executive Committee of the Florida Council of Churches In every generation the face of evil appears, bringing death and confusion. We speak against this evil. On the weekend of August 11-12, 2017, white supremacists committed acts of terrorism in Charlottesville, Virginia, including Read more

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Readings for the Reform Justice Campaign

Recent Research Reports in the Field of Criminal Justice Compiled December 2016 for The Florida Council of Churches     Civil Citations 1.        “Stepping Up: Florida’s Top Civil Citation Efforts: 2016 Study.” ACLU of Florida.  a.       Publication Date: Sept. 2016. b.       Type: State-specific study c.        Florida is mentioned 142 times. Read more

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Florida and the Nation Grieve

Orlando Massacre Statement On Friday, June 17, 2016, we commemorate the first anniversary of the Charleston Martyrs. In response to that unimaginable attack on the very sanctuary of God in order to incite a race war, we drafted the statement for the national network of state councils of churches. The Read more

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