Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, in Fort Lauderdale, called Rob Pacienza to serve as the church’s next Lead Pastor, which was confirmed by a congregational vote following his sermon at the worship service on Sunday, March 13. Pacienza has been on staff of Coral Ridge for the past seven years, previously serving as Executive Pastor, and has a long history with the church. “I am humbled and honored by the committee and congregation’s trust in me to shepherd them through this next stage of what I believe will be an exciting time of faithful and fruitful ministry,” said Pacienza. “This church […]

When people unite, they drive change. Now for the second year, CityTalks will bring city leaders together with the faith-based community and business professionals to spark conversation and ignite change in our community. The conversation begins on Thursday, March 31, immediately following the 54th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast at the Broward County Convention Center. While the prayer breakfast is a way to unite and encourage our community to affirm, support and pray for our city leaders, CityTalks hopes to engage leaders to create an impact in South Florida in key areas where there are substantial felt needs. The initiative is […]

On March 31st thousands of city leaders, ministers and citizens will gather at the Broward Convention Center for the 54th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast with a mission to unite and encourage our community in fellowship and prayer. Bob Goff, bestselling author of Love Does: Discover a Secretly Incredible Life in an Ordinary World, will give the keynote address. When I asked him what message he planned to share, he said simply, “Love everybody always.” It was a shockingly simple reply.  But after reading his book, I should not be surprised because Bob, as he would prefer to be called, has […]