Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Florida

06/09/2026

Mayor Ken Welch’s reelection campaign has received a multidenominational push from a diverse coalition of St. Petersburg clergy who believe he deserves four more years to finish the job.

​In a robust show of solidarity, 14 pastors, imams, and elders representing various faiths formally expressed their support for Welch on Monday. Those who spoke at an endorsement event, held at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, praised the incumbent’s character, focus on inclusivity, and ability to overcome challenges.

Read more → https://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/out-of-many-one-st-pete-faith-coalition-endorses-welch-s-reelection

06/09/2026

The Faith Leaders Gathering is next week, and there’s still time to reserve your spot.

Join faith leaders, community partners, and recovery advocates from across the Tampa Bay region for a day of meaningful connection, learning, and collaboration focused on reducing stigma, preventing overdose, and supporting recovery in our communities.

This year’s gathering features plenary sessions with Dr. Lawrence Bryant, a nationally recognized expert in substance use and public health, and Dusty Pye, Chief of Faith & Community Initiatives at LSF Health Systems, pastor, and person in long-term recovery.

Attendees will also participate in six collaborative breakout workshops designed to provide practical tools, resources, and strategies within congregations and communities.

There is no cost to attend, and a complimentary lunch will be provided.

Whether you are a pastor, ministry leader, chaplain, faith-based volunteer, or community partner, your voice and leadership are important to this conversation.

Register today and join us as we work together to bring hope, healing, and recovery to our communities.

REGISTER HERE: https://bit.ly/ltbfaithleaders

06/09/2026

Welch ally: Charlie Crist built his career on Black and brown votes | Link in comments ⬇️

06/05/2026

06/02/2026

During segregation, St. Petersburg relocated the remains of Black pioneers to neighboring Gulfport. Lincoln Cemetery has since deteriorated due to decades of deferred maintenance and severe storms.

However, the century-old cemetery will soon see some much-needed upgrades thanks to Pinellas County Commissioner Renee Flowers and State Sen. Darryl Rouson. Florida’s $114.5 billion budget - approved Friday and now awaiting the governor’s veto pen - includes $300,000 for the historic burial grounds.

Read more → https://www.powerbrokernews.com/post/local-leaders-secure-300-000-for-embattled-lincoln-cemetery

05/31/2026

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05/30/2026