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Profile of the companion synod relationship - 8B Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod / Madagascar / Tulear Synod
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| Our Role in Global Mission |
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| The companion synod relationship has given us an opportunity to witness the church with new eyes. In partnership with the ELCA we have easy access to a country halfway around the world. With their help, we can be intentional with our sharing of gif |
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| Component(s) of our relationship |
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Prayer
We encourage our congregations to pray for our companion synod relationship.
Trips to Tulear Synod
Members of our synod have made several trips to Madagascar. We have worked side-by-side with the Malagasy people to help construct buildings. We have also assisted the teachers in a Vacation Bible School experience.
Pastoral Study
We were able to financially support a pastor while he attended seminary classes in the United States. We gave him further assistance when he completed his studies in South Africa.
Continuing Education
We hope to partner with the Tulear Synod in a continuing education experience. We did this on-site but want to use our computer skills to engage in regular study with the Malagasy pastors.
Financial Support
Projects such as the purchase of mosquito nets and bikes for pastors have given our young people a creative and concrete way to help the people in Madagascar.
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| For more information |
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This link gives you highlights from our 2005 and 2008 trip to Madagascar: http://www.southwesternpasynod.org/site/index.php?option=com_content&task=category§ionid=2&id=14&Itemid=7
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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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