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The eHarmony of Prison Reentry

Jul 13, 2023 |
What started as a prison ministry from an ELCA congregation in Chicago will soon be operating in 3 states, with 6,400 returning citizens...

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3000 Dresses

Jul 3, 2023 |
Hazel uses the gift of sewing that God had given her in God's call to her as a disciple.

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Core Values in a Congregation

Jun 27, 2023 |
Their purpose statement drives the way that they are in relationship with each other and the way that Christ is proclaimed.

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Someone Was on the Other End

May 15, 2023 |
I remember Bishop Tim noting that 'synod' literally means ‘doing life together,’ and boy did that prove true!

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Fresh Change at St. Mark’s

May 15, 2023 |
A fresh change...makes you feel capable of meeting whatever the day will bring.

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Holy Trinity Dedicates New Space

May 15, 2023 |
All can safely enter the church using ADA entryways—four of them!

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Cedar Grove Offers Holy Week Live

May 1, 2023 |
These drive-through stories of Jesus are a ministry to the community—free and open to all.

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A Better Sense of the Larger Church

Apr 16, 2023 |
Once you are able to balance your own self...you will find your relationship building with God.

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Hearts Were Changed

Apr 16, 2023 |
The goal was to come together with our neighbors and say 'I see you, I appreciate you;' we did that in a big way.

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Community in the Truest Sense

Apr 16, 2023 |
The greatest element was the conversations that took place between the youth and their neighbors in Knoxville.

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Trusting God, Taking a Leap of Faith

Apr 16, 2023 |
It's the normal people doing one thing at a time that can help make the world a better place.

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The Belovedness of Siblings

Apr 9, 2023 |
We walked away with a better grasp of the belovedness of these siblings in Christ.

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St. Paul’s Hosts Camp Destiny

Apr 9, 2023 |
Camp Destiny opens kids' eyes to new possibilities!

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Glocal Mission Trip to The Dwelling

Apr 3, 2023 |
We know that Every. Single. Human. is precious and loved by God.

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A Safe Sanctuary for the Community

Apr 3, 2023 |
St. Andrew, New Bern, found new possibilities with a community-focused ministry.

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