What We Have to Offer


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July 3, 2016. We are living in a time of populist anger and frustration. But if everyday people know better than the wealthy elite, and they seem to be doing okay, then what do we have to offer them? And what about people who have to deal with fear and self-doubt alone? What do we have to offer them? Today, Pastor Penny talks about these issues from the perspective of faith, prayer, community, and the Gospel.

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