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 We give thanks
For the gift of this good earth, round and firm and sweet, like a grape in autumn; for the lives that are intertwined with ours, like the branches of a vine; for the whole human family, scattered like wheat across the hills, gathered into one, like grain at the harvest; for the promise of life to come, rising from all that is crushed and broken; for this abundant feast of grace, O God, and for the lavish outpouring of your love, we bless you, we praise you, we give you thanks; through Jesus Christ, true vine and bread of life.
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A fund has been established at First Presbyterian Church in Durham, N.C., to benefit the children of David Knauert, a newly appointed Presbyterian mission worker who died unexpectedly Nov. 14 at age 38. David and his family were awaiting a planned move to Brazil. Learn how you can help the Knauert family with your prayers and contributions.
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