In late January 2025, Board of World Mission Executive Director Justin Rabbach and Unity Board Administrator the Rev. Dr. Jørgen Bøytler attended the Synod of the Moravian Church in Nicaragua. This gathering was the culmination of years of dedicated work by a commission focused on achieving reconciliation within the church after a period of division. The Synod was held with 630 official delegates, along with the presence of some fraternal delegates and guests. The size of this gathering enabled representation across the divides that had been present in the church, and the impressive attendance was a strong demonstration of the desire of many in the church to seek reconciliation. For many, the realization of the Synod was an answer to a prayer offered during the difficult years from 1 Corinthians 13:4: “Rejoice in hope, be patient in affliction, be perseverant in prayer.”
The Synod made significant progress in the reconciliation process by electing a single unified board. Rev. Alfredo Joiner was elected as President, and Rev. Fredimil Muller Urbina was chosen as Vice-President. Their commitment to reconciliation will be vital as the church looks toward the future.
Following the Synod, the new Provincial Board shared the following message: “On behalf of the Moravians of Nicaragua, we trust that the Lord Jesus Christ, the elder of our Church, will always be our guide and that His grace will accompany us in this new historical stage, along with the support of all our brothers and sisters who continually bless us with their prayers.”
This moment marks a new chapter for the Moravian Church in Nicaragua, built on a foundation of reconciliation and shared hope. The BWM will continue to accompany the Moravian Church in Nicaragua as it navigates the logistics of rebuilding its infrastructure and administration, refocusing on mission and ministry.
