Bible Study Evangelista - An Advent Reflection on Thanksgiving

 
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I spent Thanksgiving with my family, and we had an unexpected tragedy. My sister and brother-in-law lost everything in an electrical fire Thanksgiving morning at 6:30 AM. If you’re in the mood to donate for Giving Tuesday tomorrow, their Go Fund Me page is here.


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