Retirement

JACKSONVILLE— After 26 years of ministry with the Florida Baptist Convention, Misael Castillo is stepping into retirement, leaving behind a legacy marked by faithfulness, compassion and a deep commitment to […]

MIAMI—For more than two decades, pastors and churches across South Florida have come to know Al Fernandez as a steady presence, a trusted counselor and a leader committed to strengthening […]

MIAMI— Southeast regional catalyst Al Fernandez has announced his plans to retire at the end of April 2026. Fernandez has faithfully served the increasingly diverse Southeast region of Florida for […]

Anyone attending a Florida Baptist Convention event during the past four decades most likely would have noticed a tall, lanky figure towering over most others at any meeting; a constant presence standing 6’6” with a slow and steady voice who could give meaning to the most complex financial statements and budget sheets; an unassuming person who most often sat on the back row.

After more than 50 years serving the Lord as a pastor and 25 years as a professor at the Baptist University of Florida, Mark Rathel is retiring to enjoy the beach life and spend time with his family.

The Florida Baptist Convention has named a search team dedicated to searching for the next Executive Director-Treasurer

In the Spring 2024 meeting, the Florida Baptist State Board of Missions learned that Tommy Green, Florida Baptists’ executive director-treasurer since June 2015, will be retiring effective Dec. 31, 2024; adopted recommendations related to two ballot issues facing Floridians this November, and celebrated 2023 Florida Baptist church ministry highlights.

Tommy Green has announced his retirement after serving Florida Baptists as executive director-treasurer since June 2015.

As a new year begins, two West region associational mission strategists are looking forward to something new: Retirement.

A Chiefland church is making a difference for retired pastors and wives through Mission:Dignity. Concord Baptist Church has adopted Mission:Dignity as one of its giving emphases during the Christmas season. […]