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Tasting our faith anew through the feasts | An unusual pairing 1:03:55

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We invite you this week to come to the table and deepen your experience of the feasts that Jesus celebrated, by exploring together the timeless significance of Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. In the heart of the Christian and Jewish traditions lie two sacred week-long holy feasts: Holy Week and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. As Scriptu…

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Special Music - A Mighty Fortress Is Our God 3:15

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This is a special musical presentation of A Mighty Fortress Is Our God with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Adversity 7:47

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Go on a Bible study adventure! | with Ros Evans 51:34

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In a world overflowing with distractions and quick fixes, Stephanie and Ros invite you to explore meaningful Bible study experiences towards awakening fresh delight for God. Ros articulates the value of revisiting familiar Bible passages, emphasizing how repeated exposure refreshes comprehension and facilitates spiritual awakening. Bible study is n…

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Sermon - 10/27/24 25:03

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Since I will be on vacation beginning Wednesday, this will be my last sermon before the election. This does not mean that I am going to tell you who to vote for. I will be voting tomorrow. Many of you have voted by mail, others will take advantage of early voting and others will wait until election day. The important thing is to vote. Leading up to…

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Taste the rich fare of Jesus' last meal | Passover 52:15

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Passover is a prologue to Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. This most essential of Jewish feasts seamlessly transitions from prophecies in the Old Testament, to fulfillment in Jesus. We invite you today to see how this prophetic landscape is shaped with divine orchestration by the hand of our deeply loving God! Passover is a significant Jewish …

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Cultivating joy from the soil of joylessness | with Alastair Sterne 51:22

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Stephanie welcomes Alastair Sterne to discuss the intricate and joyful dance of divine longing. They explore the innate human desire to seek God, the mysterious nature of joy, and the cultivated wisdom that guides us towards spiritual fulfillment in Christ. Alastair Sterne describes the innate human desire to connect with God as a dance. This longi…

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Special Music – I Know The Lord Laid His Hands on Me 2:30

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This is a special musical presentation of I Know The Lord Laid His Hands on Me with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Sermon - 10-20-24 13:33

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How many of us have said that we really don’t understand some people’s way of thinking? Our culture today has many conflicts and/or paradoxes. It hasn’t changed since the time of our Gospel lesson today. Only today it seems to be more polarized. History continues to repeat itself and only we can be responsible for ourselves. The last verse of our G…

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Delight in Jesus from fasting to feasting | Purim and Lent 49:30

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Stephanie here! We are in our Come to the Table series, and today is a bit of a surprise! I always find it fascinating to find fresh ways to worship Jesus Christ through the connections between different feasts and seasons. So today I invite you to delight in Christ through the unexpected juxtaposition of Purim and Lent. We invite you into a deligh…

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Find strength in stillness by embracing weakness and wisdom in a busy world | with Gretchen Saffles 37:57

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In our bustling, fast-paced world, the concept of stillness can often seem alien, if not downright impossible. But as we learn from Gretchen Saffles, embracing stillness and our weaknesses can bring us closer to God and foster a deeper sense of inner peace. Gretchen and Stephanie discuss the challenge of being still and overcoming the need for cons…

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Special Music - Heart of the Nations 4:19

20d ago4:19

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This is a special musical presentation of Heart of the Nations with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Sermon - 10-13-24 19:36

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Jesus has been and continues to be very pointed in what he is trying to teach. He is trying to prepare his disciples for his pending death and resurrection. Everyone seems to have their own idea of what the kingdom of God is supposed to look like. Jesus says it is very hard to enter the kingdom of God. He told them it was easier for a camel to go t…

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The coming of Messiah and the outpouring of the Spirit | The Feast of Tabernacles 52:52

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Succoth stands as a beacon of joy, celebration, and divine presence, weaving together the rich history of Israel with the identity of Jesus as our Messiah and Lord. So, today I invite you into the tapestry of Succoth, exploring its historical roots, its connections to the identity, mission, life and teachings of Jesus, and its enduring relevance in…

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Embracing the way of delight and gentleness | with Sally Clarkson 43:37

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Stephanie welcomes Sally Clarkson to discuss her rich experiences in living a faith-filled life across various cultures. As both women share their journeys, the themes of community, self-awareness, and intentional delight arise, inviting us on the path of delight and gentleness, in the gentle spirit of Christ. Sally Clarkson’s gentle wisdom, intima…

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Sermon - 10/6/24 21:05

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In my study groups this past week, it was a challenge to discuss what some call as the big “D” word, divorce. Jesus chooses to take on the difficult issues that people face. Some of you may have experienced divorce personally or most likely it has been in your family. My grandfather divorced my grandmother in 1952 after finding work out of town and…

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Special Music - Send Down The Rain 2:23

27d ago2:23

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This is a special musical presentation of Send Down The Rain with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Rest and return to God with faith and confidence | Yom Kippur today and tomorrow 59:03

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In the midst of the rich tapestry of Jewish feasts and celebrations, Yom Kippur, known as the Day of Atonement, holds a pivotal place. In our Christian faith, we can draw stunning parallels with Jesus as our high priest and ultimate sacrifice. Yom Kippur is a solemn and holy day in the Jewish calendar, a festival centered around national atonement,…

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Journey into the grace and presence of God | with a surprise guest for our 5th anniversary 38:04

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Stephanie has a fun surprise for anyone who has loved the show for some time! She is joined by her husband Jonah, for the first time on the show, to celebrate a momentous milestone: the fifth anniversary of the podcast! Through a heartfelt conversation, they invite you to explore the themes of spiritual growth, understanding God’s love, and the jou…

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06 | Quit Dragging Your Feet: A Devotional from the Book of Numbers, Abundant Water is Coming...Are you ready to drink? 22:28

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In this episode of Preach It, Sister, Ashley dives deep into a topic many of us wrestle with but rarely enjoy addressing—delayed obedience. In "Quit Dragging Your Feet," Ashley shares her personal story of resisting God’s call for years out of fear of failure and the need for approval. She emphasizes that delayed obedience is ultimately disobedienc…

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Sermon - 9-29-24 17:15

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Today we are celebrating Michael and all Angels Sunday. This is a festival dedicated to the archangel Michael that started in the fifth Sunday in Rome. Michael is not a saint, but in Jewish angelology, he is one of the four arch angels who carry out the will of God. The stories about Michael center around war scenes which are battles between good a…

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Special Music – Pray For the People 4:35

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This is a special musical presentation of Pray For the People with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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"Your Face, Lord, will I seek” | Rosh Hashanah, the Feast of Trumpets 51:08

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Stephanie navigates through key biblical passages that tie Rosh Hashanah (also called the Feast of Trumpets) to the second coming of Jesus. This feast invites us to tell the Lord, in answer to His invitation to seek Him, “Your Face, Lord, will I seek.” He always initiates relationship: How will we choose to respond to His holy trumpet call? Picture…

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Delight in God’s presence through beauty and song | with Sandra McCracken 46:54

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Today, we invite you to join us as Sandra McCracken and Stephanie explore the interplay of faith, cultural insights, and the essence of beauty in worship music. Stephanie sits down with renowned musician Sandra McCracken to dive into the multifaceted ways God uses to connect us to Him, including beauty, language, and culture. Their conversation tou…

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Sermon - 9-22-24 20:33

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There seems to be a great deal of confusion or disagreements on who we welcome. We have people, including Christians who want to define who to welcome. It is one’s interpretation, but is the interpretation based on love or fear. The God that I read about and experience and see modeled through Jesus is about welcoming all out of love. I do not belie…

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Special Music - Whoever Would be Great Among You 1:41

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This is a special musical presentation of Whoever Would be Great Among You with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Invite Jesus in your every day moments | Celebrating ordinary time and sabbath 48:07

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Have you ever wondered if God speaks more loudly through our feasts and fasts, than He does through our mundane, ordinary circumstances? In this episode in our “Come to the Table” series on the Jewish and Christian feasts, Stephanie reflects on the significance of ordinary time, the ordinary moments of life. They are the backdrop to our feast days.…

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Nurturing intentional joy when things go wrong | with Pam Farrel 44:36

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Stephanie sits down with Pam Farrel to discuss a harrowing yet faith-affirming journey through unexpected medical emergencies, profound spiritual experiences in Christ, and the indomitable power of joy. Pam's story is not just one of survival but of thriving through adversity, guided by God’s presence, Pam’s steadfast faith, and the prayers of many…

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05 | God is Smiling Upon You: A Devotional on God taking Delight in You 20:25

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In Episode 5 of Preach It Sister, titled “God is Smiling Upon You,” Ashley explores the depth of God’s love and delight over His people. She shares how, while sitting in a coffee shop, the Holy Spirit whispered to her that the message for this episode should be a reminder of God’s joy and affection. Inspired by Zephaniah 3:17, Ashley encourages lis…

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Special Music - Revive Us Again 3:07

2M ago3:07

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This is a special musical presentation of Revive Us Again with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Sermon - 9-15-24 19:22

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Many of us have been through exit interviews. They are about how learning about how we were received. I wonder if we would ever consider asking the question, “Who do people say that I am? In other words how would people describe me. We would have to be ready for anything depending on what had occurred during our time of employment. There are a grea…

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A day of mourning, a future of promise: our sacred journey from loss to legacy 53:44

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Today we discuss our sacred journey from mourning to joy, desolation to restoration. It is about the legacy of holy sorrow. In this new episode of our new series around the Jewish feasts, I invite you to travel into the historical and spiritual significance of Tisha B'Av, the 9th of Av in the Jewish calendar, and the hope it holds for the future. T…

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04 | The Invitation to Rest in Christ- A Devotional Exploring the Spiritual Formation Practice of Liturgical Prayers 22:59

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In episode 4 of the Preach It Sister podcast, titled "The Invitation to Rest in Christ," Ashley Forsberg guides listeners on a journey to discover the profound difference between ordinary rest and resting in Christ. She begins with a deep breathing exercise, inviting listeners to tune into their body’s need for rest as an analogy for the soul's nee…

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03 | God's Heart for His People to Preach...And it's Not What You Think- A Devotional on the Great Commission 23:10

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Preach it, Sister podcast, host Ashley Forsberg invites listeners to redefine what it means to "preach the gospel." Drawing inspiration from the Great Commission in Matthew 28, Ashley explores the broader, more inclusive understanding of preaching beyond formal church settings. She emphasizes that God's comm…

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02 | The Recipe of Doubt + Fear: A Devotional Navigating How Perfected Love Cast Out Fear 22:56

2M ago22:56

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In episode two of the Preach It Sister podcast, host Ashley Forsberg dives into two powerful ingredients that can leave us stuck and stagnant in our walk with God—doubt and fear. Drawing from personal experience, Ashley candidly shares how these emotions have crippled her own journey of faith and obedience, often keeping her from stepping into God’…

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01 | One Brave Yes- A Devotional on the Life of Ruth 21:29

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In the debut episode of the Preach It, Sister podcast, titled One Brave Yes, host Ashley Forsberg dives into the inspiring story of Ruth from the Old Testament. Ruth’s life provides a powerful example of how one brave, obedient decision can create a ripple effect that changes everything. This episode offers deep encouragement to anyone standing at …

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Finding fresh faith through God's people | with Jack Mooring 42:43

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Stephanie here! I have often found that, when I'm discouraged, or when I struggle to see things from the perspective that God might have on a situation, a relationship, maybe my own heart, I find it so useful to dig into Scripture and look at the stories of people in Scripture who may have experienced something similar. I also find that, beyond Scr…

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Sermon - 9-8-24 21:21

2M ago21:21

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In my husband’s psychology practice, many had the diagnosis of Mental Retardation, now known as Intellectual Disability. Most of them were high functioning to the point, that one asked my husband, I hear people saying that I am mentally retarded, “What does that mean?” My husband told him that is was a level of functioning, but in reality, he told …

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Special Music - This Little Light of Mine 3:10

2M ago3:10

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This is a special musical presentation of This Little Light of Mine with the Chancel Choir at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Come to the Table: an invitation to the feasts Jesus celebrated 38:03

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We need our eyes on Jesus. We need to train ourselves to see Him even where it is not obvious. Because He is here. He is in the middle of every detail we are going through. We just forget. So, Stephanie invites you to join us as we train ourselves to see Him. There is something profound in seeking Jesus in the routine of daily life and also in the …

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5 Faith-Fueled Approaches to Overcoming Physical Health Challenges 15:46

2M ago15:46

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In this episode, we explore five faith-based approaches to navigating physical health challenges. Discover how incorporating prayer, scripture, and a deeper connection with God can bring hope, strength, and healing to your journey. Whether you're facing chronic illness or seeking overall wellness, these faith-fueled strategies will empower you to t…

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Longing to belong | with Michelle Lee Barnewall 50:10

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Have you ever felt the need to belong to a particular group or tribe? Have you ever felt like you didn't belong somewhere? I believe we have this deep wired, this God-wired need to belong. And I believe all of us have at some point experienced the absence of that belonging. And that hurts deeply. The longing to belong is one of my greatest needs, p…

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Trailer 7:01

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Come take a listen to the trailer and hear what Preach it, Sister Podcast is all about!由Ashley Forsberg

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Small acts, big impact: gentle hospitality | with Liz Bell Young 25:43

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Stephanie and Liz Bell Young invite you to join them for another deep, heart-to-heart conversation about Liz's book, "Let There Be Havens." Truly, it’s more about Liz’ heart and how we too can open up our homes in simple ways to welcome everyone in the name of Christ. Liz shared her childhood memory of her mom getting a blade of grass back for her,…

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A sustainable, God-centered approach to compassion | with Hal Donaldson, Convoy of Hope 37:37

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In a world filled with hopelessness, rage, and despair, how do we, as Christians, respond with compassion and love, without eventually experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue? Stephanie is offering you today an enlightening conversation with Hal Donaldson, the founder and president of Convoy of Hope, where he shared valuable insights about the …

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Special Music - Down to the River 3:31

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This is a special musical presentation of Down to the River with the Sinful Sinners at Faith Lutheran Church in Okemos, Michigan.

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Sermon - 8/25/24 14:35

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For Not with Swords Loud Clashing Lead on, O King eternal! The day of march has come; henceforth in fields of conquest your tents will be our home. Through days of preparation your grace has made us strong; and now, O King eternal, we lift our battle song. Lead on, O King eternal, till sin’s fierce war shall cease, and holiness shall whisper the sw…

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Delightfully French | An invitation to taste & see God 28:29

2M ago28:29

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Could there be more to your Christian faith, than what you have been experiencing so far? Have you ever wondered if you are tasting the fullness of the flavors God infused Scripture with? The Bible teaches that the goodness of the Lord is, literally, tasty (see Psalm 34:8). Has that been your experience? When you come away from your experience of c…

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Practical steps to God's presence: Embracing hope and comfort | with Summer Joy Gross 30:22

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Stephanie here! I've welcomed Summer Joy Gross on the show a few weeks ago (episode 319) and I wanted her back to continue discussing her book, The Emmanuel Promise, with more of the practical aspects of what it looks like to walk with God in the daily life. As we continue today, we're going to talk about object permanence, repentance, Lectio Divin…

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Sermon - 8-18-24 20:52

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Last week I shared goals that were developed from the input that was received at our gatherings this past year. I need to let you know that they are still in progress and are being reviewed by the call committee. They will then go back to the council for final approval. You will then be able to see them in the Ministry Site Profile. The Ministry Si…

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