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Historic Installation Marks New Chapter for NC Synod

Nov 17, 2025 |
It is a great joy to see a person so ready to be bishop...one who is young, vibrant, and full of ideas. It’s a great day for the church.

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Recreating What We Miss—Together

Oct 19, 2025 |
We have come to love one another, sharing our joys, sorrows, questions, and deep convictions as we open the Word each week.

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971 Volunteers, 16,800 Hours, Countless Blessings

Sep 15, 2025 |
God was there in every step of this Hurricane Helene recovery work, done by volunteers from all across the country.

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Comunidad Amada de Cristo Celebrates!

Aug 18, 2025 |
A joyous service celebrating 47 Confirmations, 26 First Communions, and 32 Receptions into Membership!

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Step Up to the Mic: God Is at Work

Aug 17, 2025 |
The same Spirit that calls, gathers, and enlightens them...is at work in me—at work in my congregation, at work in the NC Synod.

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A New Way of Learning

Aug 4, 2025 |
"While this podcast is a new way for our congregation to connect, we hope it invites others to consider participating in God’s mission creatively."

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God with Us

Jul 14, 2025 |
Comfort is a community of open, loving members eager to collaborate.

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First, Greensboro, Centenarian Couple Celebrates 79 Years

Jun 30, 2025 |
Their secret to a long marriage? They credit a strong faith in God, a love of people, and the understanding that people will sometimes disagree.

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Emmaus Welcomed as Newest Congregation

Jun 16, 2025 |
Soaking in the stories of God from Scripture propelled Emmaus to join God’s mission in their own community.

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Living Examples of the Church Today

Jun 13, 2025 |
Their responses and excitement to be living examples of Christ reminded me that you’re never too old to try something new when it comes to being an active member in the church.

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I Am Not Worried

May 19, 2025 |
Community is power. It’s empathy. And, it’s love.

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Reconciliation’s Project: Dignity. Period.

May 19, 2025 |
The mission touched their hearts and the response from the congregation and community was overwhelming.

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St. Mark’s, Asheville’s REDress Project

May 19, 2025 |
The red dresses stand empty, symbolizing the absence of women who are no longer present.

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All We Need Is Here

Apr 14, 2025 |
God shows up in even the smallest of places; a one-size-fits-all approach to ministry just does not work.

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St. Paul’s Preschool: Nurturing Growth

Mar 31, 2025 |
The preschool at St. Paul's, Durham, expanded their outdoor classroom after the pandemic.

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