
The Greeter Gauntlet
I have visited churches where I approach the front doors and am immediately met by my first greeter. The eager greeter hands me a bulletin…
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I have visited churches where I approach the front doors and am immediately met by my first greeter. The eager greeter hands me a bulletin…
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My husband and I moved to the city a few years ago and have been “between churches” ever since. We’ve been to visit quite a…
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