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      • Two Chicago pastors are taking a different approach to starting a new congregation. Instead of beginning with bricks and mortar, they are starting with hearts and souls.

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      • With the new year, talk of resolutions fills conversations. January visitors may be more serious about making life changes than those who come to your church the rest of the year.

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      • With the theme of “Bless Austell,” the congregation set out to be a gift to their changing community.

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      • Start now to rethink the 2010 holidays.

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      • On Saturday, Oct. 17, the First United Methodist Church of North Liberty held its third "Three Hours to Make a Difference" volunteer event.

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      • The people of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and their community participated in "The Feeding of 5,000...".

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      • They are members of The Remedy, a church that stresses community service projects and often uses unconventional means to reach out to those ages 18 to 35.

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