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Profile of the companion synod relationship - 6A Southeast Michigan Synod / Tanzania / Mbulu Diocese (MD)
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| Our Role in Global Mission |
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| The ELCA introduced the Southeast Michigan Synod to the Mbulu Diocese of the the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania. Visits, relationships and support for educational efforts and partner congregations summarize the relationship. |
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| Component(s) of our relationship |
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Partner Congregations
Congregations in the Mbulu Diocese are linked with congregations in the Southeast Michigan Synod. Visits, letter exchanges, e-mails and texting are making the relationships possible.
Dongobesh Secondary School
Members of the synod support the great efforts to students through scholarships for room, board and tuition. Students study hard to improve Tanzania and their own lives. The synod built a library for the school.
Dongobesh School for the Deaf
This is one of ten such schools in Tanzania. Children who were denied are now given opportunity through this wonderful school. Members of the Southeast Michigan Synod support these efforts by offering scholarships.
Trips
While trips of been infrequent in recent years, 2011 is the start of more frequent trips which will deepen understanding and opportunities for mutual projects.
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| For more information |
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| For more information, contact Pastor Jack Eggleston @ j.eggleston@semisynod.com. |
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| You may also: |
| View an ELCA map for more information about ELCA synods |
| View a global map for more information about international companions |
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