April 10, 2015 Lord of Life Lutheran Church
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609-268-0262
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Regular Worship Services:
6pm Saturday
8:30 & 10am Sunday
1 Winchester Ct,
Tabernacle NJ 08088
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Thoughts in Print - Pastor Sue
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Before I go anywhere with this article the first thing I need to do is acknowledge something truly wonderful that I hope I never get tired of -
Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia!
Those few words are the very core of who we are, of why Lord of Life exists, of what our faith stands on. And they bear repeating, not just at Easter, but each and every day we draw breath. Those words have the power to inspire us, to comfort us, and to remind us of the great lengths that God will go to in order that we might know we are his beloved children - NO MATTER WHAT!
That said, I want to share with you something that I came across as I was studying up on the Gospel of Mark for our Adult group on Wednesday morning. It was in a section called Taking it Home in one of my commentaries related to the 5th Chapter of Mark where he tells of several miracles performed by Jesus early in his ministry; in particular concerning the healing of a woman and a child in Mark 5:21-43. It said this:
"Both of these miracles require an undistracted faith. Is your faith distracted by love of this world or fear that God's plan is not the best plan for your life? What might you do to remove the distractions that hinder your faith?
- How strong would you say that your faith in Jesus is at this point in your life?
- On a scale of 1 (least) and 10 (most) how would you rate it?
- What might you do to increase your faith?"
I want to share with all of you that these few words really got me thinking. They got me thinking about my own faith journey and my own walk with Jesus and how easy it is even for Pastors to get distracted in the midst of the busy-ness of even making church happen. While I revel in the roller-coaster ride of Holy Week and the joy and freedom of Easter, I am nevertheless challenged by the reality that to fully experience all that Jesus has to offer me both now and every day of my life, I need to take a step back, and take a deep breath, and allow myself to simply BE in the midst of Jesus presence and not worry so much about the DO of everything that serves as a distraction and pulls me away from what Jesus offers me; the gifts he gives that feed me and strengthen me and bring peace and healing to my life. So I am spending some time this week answering the above questions for myself. I am spending some time in prayer and meditation and working on thinking through how I can do a better of job of finding the balance between the BE and the DO. And you know what? It's been wonderful.
The reality for all of us is that simply living this life is a distraction when it comes to our faith. Regardless of who we are, we get caught up, and pulled away, and knocked off track. Our journey of faith can suffer as a result. So I encourage you to take a few moments sometime soon to read that passage and those healing stories in Mark 5:21-43. Think about and pray about what those verses say to you; how they speak to you and your faith where you are right now. And then answer those questions above for yourself. Especially this one: What might you do to remove the distractions that hinder your faith? Only God knows what wonderful insights and blessings God has in store for you when you do!
Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia!
Blessings and Peace!
Pastor Sue
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1st Holy Communion Instruction
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Don't Miss Out!
1st Holy Communion Instruction Begins Tuesday 4/14
Schedule
4/14, 6:30 - Bible Blast
4/21, 5:30 - Learning Session
4/28, 5:30 - Learning Session
5/3, 11:30 - Special Worship Service
If you have a child in 2nd grade and would like to participate in this year's program, please contact the church office ASAP at:
609-268-0262
This opportunity is open to everyone, including non-members. The only requirement is that at least one parent participate in the program with their child. Families are welcome.
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Team 345 Yoga at Lord of Life
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Team 345 will have a Yoga Event at Lord of Life on Friday, April 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. This event is also open to Confirmation youth as an enrichment opportunity. Donna Favilla will lead the yoga and crafting, and healthy snacks will be served. Please wear comfortable clothes and socks, and bring a mat or 2 towels to lay on and let Lu Hourihan know by Wednesday, April 15 (tax day) if your children will participate in this relaxing and fun event!
The date for Team 345 to visit Diggerland has been changed to May 31. We will leave LOL following the 10 am Worship service on Sunday morning. More details will follow.
Thanks to all who helped out with the Lent End celebration for our children. The children and adults had a wonderful time. Volunteer contributions were made easier with the use of SignUpGenius, recommended to us by one of our members. SignUpGenius is a free on-line service used by schools, sports organizations, and churches. They send out NO SPAM and they DO NOT EVER share your email address.
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Meet Your Council Members
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Who is Donna Rudderow? Some may know her as the Church Council Secretary, others may associate the name with her countless hours devoted to the Tabernacle PTA, or from working in the Tabernacle schools, but to me she is just Mom. My Mom is a beautiful woman both inside and out. She spends her time working to ensure the happiness of her family, all of those whom she encounters in her everyday life. She is kind and caring and always willing to help. She is patient; which is definitely difficult with teenage twins, and she is gracious in all that she does. During her years at the church I've watched my Mom turning into the best version of herself. Aside from the things that she does for my dad, my brother and I, she helps take care of my Nana and my Grandpa. In her down time, my mom likes to read and go "thrifting". She's also known to crack an oddly witty joke from time to time. So who is Donna Rudderow? Well, she's my mom.
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Junior High Mission Trip Info - contact: Tina Leach
We are planning to go to Lancaster PA for 4 days / 3 nights on July 12-15, 2015. We will be serving in the community in a variety of ways.
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Senior High Mission Trip Info - contact: Jill Glossner
Our trip to Richmond, Virginia is June 28 -> July 3.
For those of you that are unable to join us, please support us with "Miles to Richmond". This is monetary support that helps to pay for the transportation to and from Richmond. Forms are on the bulletin board. The cost is $5.00 per mile. Richmond is 269 miles one way!!!
If anyone has questions, please feel free to contact Jill Glossner, Mission Trip Coordinator at 609*268*7283 or call the church and leave a message.
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Other Mission Trip Opportunities:
Anyone interested in a mission trip? There are many to choose from. Some are local, some are a few states away, and others are abroad.
I have been in touch with The Lutheran Church of Hope in Des Moines Iowa. Each year they send a group to the Appalachia area to work with The Appalachia Service Project (ASP). This year they will be traveling to Jonesville, Virginia in June. I have decided to join them.
If anyone is interested or has questions about this trip please call me (Penny Miller) at 609-726-1698. More information can be found at: ASPhome.org and missions@hopewdm.org.
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ATTENTION CONFIRMATION YOUTH AND PARENTS!
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This year we will be participating in the NJ Synod Middle School Retreat at Cross Roads Camp and Retreat Center. This is a fun filled program, where we will learn about God and strengthening our Faith. 
This is a great opportunity to meet new friends and have a lasting relationship with them. There will be Games, Music, Great Food, and much more!!!!!
If you are in 6th thru 8th grade here at LOL this is for you!
When: April 24-26, 2015 - Cost: $95
(scholarships are available through LOL based on need)
Depart LOL: 5:00pm Friday April 24
Return to LOL: Sunday April 26 - about 3pm
Please contact Pastor Sue if you are interested in attending or chaperoning this event!
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May 15 Babysitting for Night Out!
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On Friday, May15 we will be offering an evening of babysitting so you can enjoy an evening out. Babysitting will be available from 6:00pm-9:30pm. We will have games, crafts, snacks and a movie or two. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Julie Vorwerk at awwvorwerk@aol.com or 609-234-9356. There will be a sign up sheet available in the narthex starting April 25, 2015.
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God's Work Our Hands 
April 26, 2015 immediately following the 10:00 am service, we will meet for brunch and then proceed to do a road clean up in Tabernacle. This day of service is a family friendly event. There are sign up sheets on the bulletin board in the narthex to participate in the clean up and to help with the breakfast. We need help from volunteers willing to cook up dishes for breakfast, bring juice and bagels, and to set up and clean up. Even if you are not participating in the clean up, you are welcome to attend the breakfast. We will be having a scavenger hunt along the route of the clean up to make the work a little more fun. Please bring work gloves with you and dress appropriately for the weather. We have a total of four workdays planned through September so please plan to attend some or all of them.
Change for Change
Thank you to everyone who emptied out their pockets of change to assist the Penny Miller Sewing Academy in Haiti. We collected $303.00 mostly in pennies. Add that to the $400 we made on the cookie trays at Christmas through the Women's ministry's efforts, we have hit a home run in shipping sewing machines and supplies and defraying some of the operating costs of this exciting mission. .
Our next change jar ministry will start up shortly. We will be saving change to buy linens and bedding fro the Children's Fresh Air Home in Wildwood. This ministry allows intercity youth to vacation at the Jersey shore. The home has been given a face lift and is now set to reopen shortly. Andy Roppoli has been leading the charge on this from Lord of Life.
The Christian Caring Center's Code Blue Shelter
We had another successful collection of casseroles for the Christian Caring Center's Code Blue Shelter. We sent 15 casseroles along with some cookies and baked goods. Combine that with the previous month and we were able to make close to 50 casseroles in two months! Our baking and cooking is much appreciated and it gives those staying there an opportunity to have a home cooked meal. Thank you to everyone who participated.
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April 12 - 3:00 PM - Jersey Sound Chorus's Annual Friends and Family Sendoff Concert
- with one of our own Nancy Curl performing. It is being held at Temple Sinai, 2101 New Albany Road, Cinnaminson. If anyone is interested please see me or Nancy Curl.
May 2 - Saturday - 2 PM - Women's Tea
- This is for all women of any age, young and old, members and friends. The cost is $5.00 per per person. The Jersey Sound Chorus will be entertaining us that afternoon. Please sign up on the sheet and put your $5.00 in the envelope. Seats are limited, so please sign up ASAP.
...AND please bring a canned or dry good the day of the event to help benefit the Bridge of Peace food pantry!
If you would like to receive emails from the Women's ministry or have your name removed , please email me at mastrillo@verizon. net or call me at 609-410-2167, Thanks!!! - Betty Mastrillo
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ADULT BIBLE STUDY
WEDNESDAYS, 10:00-11:30
THE BOOK OF MARK
Mark your calendars to come and venture into the book of Mark in our new series! Mark is the primary gospel text for most of our worship life this church year. Come and get a deeper understanding of the whole book and its context through great conversation, questions, and wonderful fellowship. All are welcome! No experience necessary!
PEP-IT'S FINALLY SPRING LUNCHEON
THURSDAY, APRIL 16TH, NOON
After what seemed to some like a long winter, Spring is here and we're ready to celebrate! Come and enjoy a wonderful time of fellowship, good food, and Spring antics!
OUT TO LUNCH AT SHAMONG DINER
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22ND, NOON
All are welcome!
HELPING HANDS 
MONDAY, APRIL 27TH, 12:30
Come and help as we make sandwiches for those in need served by the Christian Caring Center in Browns Mills. You can help by donating lunch meat and/or cheese, donating funds to purchase those items, and/or coming to make the sandwiches! All are welcome!
Check out pictures of some of our events on the link to the website!
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Grace Place - CPR / 1st Aid Training
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We are due to have our CPR/ first aid training this school year. We are scheduled to have in on April 23rd from 6pm-7:30pm. It is $40 per person and EMS is coming here for the training. There is a minimum number of 8 people (we have to pay $320 whether we have 8 ppl or not). We have 5 people with our staff. Please let me know if you would like to attend.
If you are interested, see Melinda for details at 609-268-2756 or melindadep@gmail.com
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Music & Worship Ministries
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THANK YOU!!!
A huge thank you to all of our vocalists, instrumentalists, and the myriad of worship servants for sharing their gifts to the glory of God for our special
Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Easter celebrations!
Remember...everyone is welcome to join in...
New Life Choir, practicing on Wednesdays at 7:30!
Praise Team, practicing on Sunday mornings at 9:00!
All ages and abilities are welcome!
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Worship Assistants Needed
Altar Guild (set up communion and altar and clean up after service - scheduled rotationally) Communion Assistants
Qualifications required: Love for the Lord and a grateful heart.
Prior experience not necessary as training will be provided.
Sue Dreisbach, sued@lordlife.us Rick Krause, rick@lordlife.us |
Wednesday Evening Bible Study
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The Wednesday evening Bible Study has resumed again on April 8 at 7:30 pm. We are studying God's Answers to Life's Difficult Questions by Rick Warren.
How can I...cope with stress? rebound from failure? defeat depression? have peace of mind? Life's difficult questions have answers. Answers from the Bible that can change your outlook--and your life. If you have never joined us, now is the time, all are welcome. It is not necessary to attend all the sessions just come when you can, we would love to have you.
If you need a book, please let Julie Vorwerk know:. awwvorwerk@aol.com
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 Planning continues for the Auxiliary's Spring Fling which will be held on Saturday, 5/16 from 10-3 at Lutheran Crossings. There will be a bounce unit, clowns, DJ, vendors with various items, and sale tables of books and gently used items.. Stop on over! Please save plastic bags that can be used by the various sale tables. Items needed this month for use by the Auxiliary's Hospitality Cart are Word Search books, greeting cards, toothbrushes, and small containers of any/all toiletry items.
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A word from Madelyn Mears-Sheldon, Director of the Christian Caring Center.
Several of you have reached out recently to ask about our current volunteer needs. We have just had to reduce our staff due to funding issues, so we are in need of volunteers with office skills more than ever.
There are two areas where we are hoping to build new teams of volunteers:
 1. Case management -- helping guests and clients get connected with needed services. This involves learning how to use a software program called HMIS, which is used by many Burlington County socia l services agencies to connect people and services. It is not difficult to learn, but does require that you have computer and Internet literacy. The ideal volunteers will be able to commit a minimum of one shift per week.
 2. Telephone receptionists -- I won't lie to you, folks, this can be the toughest job in the house. The people who become our phone team will form the first point of contact with every possible kind of visitor to the center, from clients in crisis, to donors, to vendors, to other agencies..... We will teach you how to serve the Lord in this vital post. You will learn about all the services we offer as well as how to give some on-the-spot referrals to other services. If you are already experienced in phone work, you'll build new skills into your repertoire. If you are learning phone work for the first time, you will build your resume, gain all kinds of professional confidence, and be a blessing to many in the process! The ideal volunteer will be able to commit at least one shift every other week.
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Steve Bielec (Apr 4), Emily Wright (Apr 4), Alice Wilfrid (Apr 4), Olivia Favilla (Apr 4), Harrison Jennings (Apr 4),
Michael Dehoff (Apr 4), Jonathan Curl (Apr 4), Gail Korchak (Apr 4), Gunnar Haugland (Apr 5), Colby Welusz (Apr 5),
Melissa Riches (Apr 5), William Leonetti (Apr 5),
Denise Sunbury (Apr 6), Elianna Jennings (Apr 6),
Mark Tarasewicz (Apr 6), Timothy Ebersberger (Apr 7),
William Andrews (Apr 7), Nathan Sinn (Apr 7), Leo Canonica (Apr 7), Elaina Sarlo (Apr 8), Penny Miller (Apr 8), Joyce Harper (Apr 9), Todd Sander (Apr 9), Molly Gibboni (Apr 11), Shannon Mozitis (Apr 11),
Debbie Chromeck (Apr 11), Lily Gibboni (Apr 11), Ryan Paetzold (Apr 11),
Natalie Ditzel (Apr 11), Scott Rinck (Apr 12), Noah Bunning (Apr 13), Steven Vorwerk (Apr 14), Mark Goehring (Apr 14), Lyndsey Millere (Apr 14), Jack Gordon (Apr 15),
Philip Jagiela (Apr 15), Merle Brown (Apr 15), Matthew Detwiler (Apr 16),
Samuel Edwardsen (Apr 16), Rich Jennings (Apr 16), Dakota Bellina (Apr 16),
Christine Charles (Apr 17), Amy Schwab (Apr 17)
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Upcoming Wedding Anniversaries
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Stacy & Chad Allen (Apr-04), Jeff & Janice Hughes (Apr-04), Carol & Jim Ebersberger (Apr-13), Brad & Lisa Fries (Apr-15), Jesse & Joan Roberts (Apr-15), Craig & Linda Baechler (Apr-17)
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Book Club 2014-2015 Reading List
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 Here are the books for the 2014-2015 "season" of the Book Club! Contact Janell Reich for questions:
Date Title Author Genre
Apr 21 I know Why the Caged Bird Sings Maya Angelou bio
May 19 The Kidnapped & the Ransomed Kate ER Pickard NJ
June 16 A Separate Peace John Knowles classic
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Open Position - LifeLines Editor
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 The current LifeLines editing process is online and easy to use - as much training as is needed is available, but basic use of a web browser on any mac or pc is really all that is needed. It can be done anytime at home (or at church if a computer is needed). Or if 2 or more people are interested it could be a co-editor position which makes it much easier! About 4-5 hours are needed every 2 weeks (with current schedule of 26 issues / year). If you'd like to explore what is involved please email lifelines@lordlife.us and we will give you a demo, or you can ask Bill or Sue Dreisbach for more information.
Thanks for considering this ministry opportunity!
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Saturday 4/11
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion with Drake & Kraczewski Baptisms
Sunday 4/12 - 2 Easter
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Ross Baptism,
Holy Communion, & Sunday School
11:30am - LOL Council 'mini-retreat' & Luncheon
Monday 4/13
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
7:00 pm - Council Meeting
Tuesday 4/14
6:30 pm - Bible Blast
Wednesday 4/15
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Ministry - "The Gathering"
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
Thursday 4/16
12:00 pm - PEP "It's Finally Spring!" Luncheon
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 4/17
6:00 pm - Troop 24700 Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Team 345 yoga event at the church
(Pastor Sue's day off)
Saturday 4/18
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion
Sunday 4/19 - 3 Easter
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
9:30 - noon - Food & Fellowship
10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving & Sunday School
1:00 pm - Girl Scout Mother-Daughter Tea
Monday 4/20
1:30 pm - Lutheran Crossings
Tuesday 4/21
9:00 am - Grace Place International Week (Fellowship Hall)
5:30 pm - First Holy Communion Instruction Class
7:00 pm - Book Review & Fellowship
Wednesday 4/22
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
12:00 pm - 'Out to Lunch' Group - see Sue Dreisbach for info
6:00 pm - Senior High Youth Ministry - "The Gathering"
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
All Day - LifeLines inputs due: email to lifelines@lordlife.us
Thursday 4/23
9:00 am - Grace Place International Week (Fellowship Hall)
6:30 pm - CPR training
7:30 pm - Quilting group meeting - all invited!
(Pastor Dave day off)
Friday 424
9:00 am - Grace Place International Week (Fellowship Hall)
(Pastor Sue day off)
7:00 pm - Young Artists in Concert
Today thru Sunday: Confirmation Retreat at Crossroads
Saturday 4/25
Today thru Sunday: Confirmation Retreat at Crossroads
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion with Bencivengo Baptisms
7:00 pm - Bencivengo Baptism Reception (Fellowship Hall)
8:00 am - Service of Holy Communion
9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal
10:00 am - Prayer Praise & Thanksgiving service with Holy Communion,
& Sunday School
11:30 pm - 'God's Work - Our Hands' Luncheon & Road Cleanup
Monday 4/27
9:00 am - Staff Meeting
12:30 pm - Helping Hands
Tuesday 4/28
5:30 pm - First Holy Communion Instruction Class
7:00 pm - Grace Place Board Meeting
Wednesday 4/29
8:00 am - Men's Fellowship Breakfast
9:00 am - Ministerium Day @ Abiding Presence, Ewing
10:00 am - Adult Bible Study
6:00 pm - Senior High - the Gathering
7:30 pm - New Life Choir
Thursday 4/30
Grace Place 'Trike-a-Thon' to benefit Saint Christopher's Hospital
(Pastor Dave's day off)
Friday 5/1
(Pastor Sue's day off)
Saturday 5/2
2:00 pm - Women's Ministry Tea - bring a can for BoP Food pantry too!
6:00 pm - Service of Holy Communion Sunday 5/3 - 5 Easter
8:30 am - Service of Holy Communion 9:00 am - Praise Team Rehearsal10:00 am - Prayer, Praise & Thanksgiving with Holy Communion
& Sunday School 11:30 pm - Service of 1st Holy Communion
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- - - - - "Save the Date" for these Upcoming Events - - - -
May 3 (Sun) 11:30am - Service of 1st Holy Communion
Jun 7 (Sun) 11:30am - Service of Confirmation / Affirmation of Baptism
June 28 - July 3 - Senior High Mission Trip to Richmond Virginia
(see Jill Glossner for details)
July 12 - 15: Junior High Mission Trip to Lancaster, PA
(see Tina Leach for details)
ONLINE: "Simply Giving" contribution form can be obtained by clicking here
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OUR Purpose: Lord of Life is a welcoming community of forgiven people proclaiming the perfect love of Jesus Christ!
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