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WE were pleased to be able to be present at the blessing of our local church’s deacons and deaconesses. In the photos you see a few of them and the stack of mats rolled up ready for them to kneel on. Many of these newly appointed ones are close friends. May the Lord give them strength and grace to fulfill their responsibilities.
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