Eliza S Dudelzak
Ordained Minister in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Why did you originally become an ordained minister online?
I am a community leader and I live in Fort Lauderdale. I was invited to work together with some other folks to help raise awareness for the critical needs of The Gaza-East Jerusalem Hospital Network (EJHN), the primary provider of specialized advanced medical care within the Palestinian health care system , made up of 6 major Christian hospitals in the Palestinian healthcare system and founded in 1997. Right now there is a dire need for aid and funding to continue to provide care by the physicians, nurses, med techs, and other health care providers and humanitarians who are working for communities in the Israeli occuppied territories, and these people are prohibited from getting care in Israel. This funding will help update and repair the tech used to transmit and input patient information medical history treatment and prescriptions to pay for Internet and electricity as well as other diagnostic and healthcare tools, for medication and tools needed to perform surgeries, for pediatric care neonatal health and also for prenatal care and obstetrics (care for people who live with cancer). The U S Agency for International Development (USAID) is the primary vehicle through which the US distributes civilian foreign aid and this operates directly under the Secretary of State. Since the 2025 Trump Admin funding appropriations and priority for this has been redirected and there is no current partnership with the UNRWA.
Where are you from?
I live in Fort Lauderdale. I am a Russian speaking Soviet born American Jew and a cis woman who’s bi+. My pronouns are she and her.
What do you hope to achieve with your online ordination?
To be able to work with the faith communities in Florida to support the teachings of Christianity and the principles of charity and self renunciation and service.
Religious Affiliations
New Thought, Sufism
Additional Information
My spirituality is heavily influenced by the New Thought teaching and practices and principles that’s based on the teachings of Ernest Holmes. I am a Reiki Level 2 practitioner. I took courses in the Chabad of Lubavitch of Fort Lauderdale. I am a member of the Body of Christ Church in Oakland Park Florida. I am also a student of the Self Realization Fellowship. I read books about Sufi teaching written by Inayat Hazrat Khan since 2006. I also studied the Tao Te Ching with courses taught by August Gold and Carol Logan. Im a student of the Course in Miracles. I have been using the affirmative prayers written by Dr. Rev Alma Mater and also the teachings from You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay. I was a member of the Bridges of Wellness community since 2016 until the founder Rev. Dr. Charles Geddes moved and then it became CUSP led by Rev Kent. I am also a big believer of being honest with myself and others self examination and being of service
What do you think makes your ceremonies special as a Fort Lauderdale, FL wedding officiant?
I provide a grounded and comedic perspective.
Types of Service Offered
Marriages, Same-Sex Marriages, Renewal of Vows, Handfastings, Baptisms, Funerals, Christenings, House Blessings, Exorcisms, Spiritual Healing, Reiki Healing, General Ministry, Spiritual Guidance
Additional Information
I value this opportunity