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Welcome To
Our Savior Lutheran Church
FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY
February 1, 2015
9:00 AM
Our Savior Lutheran Church
3001 South Sixth St. – Marshalltown, IA 50158
Office Hours: Mon. – Thurs. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Telephone: 641-753-4108
Web Site: www.oursaviorlutheranmarshalltown.com
Mission Statement
“Marked with the cross of Christ forever, we are called,
gathered, enlightened, sanctified and sent for the sake
of the world.”
Ministry Leaders
Pastor Mike Herschberger
753-4108 (wk)
515-338-0287 (cell)
pastor.mike@mediacombb.net
Secretary: Carol Fuller
753-4108 (wk)
OSLC@mediacombb.net
President: Ron Duimstra
752-3868 (hm)
641-485-0803 (cell)
Education Director: Nancy Sills
641-752-3820 (hm)
mnsills@mchsi.com
(641) 485-6352 (cell)
tdcase@mchsi.com
Denise Case
Custodian: Karen Weltzin
752-7112 (hm)
kweltzin2@mchsi.com
Financial Secretary:
Galen Behrends
752-9790 (hm)
galen.behrends@emerson.com
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WE GATHER IN CHRIST’S NAME
PRELUDE
ORDER FOR CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the
presiding minister begins.
P: In the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
C: Amen.
P: Almighty God,
C: to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom
no secrets are hidden: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the
inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you
and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our
Lord.
Amen.
P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not
in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will
forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
P: Most merciful God,
C: we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves.
We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by
what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have
not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our
neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus
Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us,
so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways,
to the glory of your holy name.
Amen.
P: In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us,
and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and
ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I
therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the
name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
C: Amen.
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GATHERING HYMN
God, Whose Almighty Word
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GREETING
P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the
communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
C: And also with you.
KYRIE
Congregation
For peace in the world, for the health of the church, for the unity of
all; for this holy house, for all who worship and praise, let us pray to
the Lord, let us pray to the Lord.
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HYMN OF PRAISE
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PRAYER OF THE DAY
P: Let us pray . . . Compassionate God,
C: you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and
continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring wholeness to
all that is broken and speak truth to us in our confusion, that all
creation will see and know your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior
and Lord.
Amen.
WE HEAR GOD’S SAVING WORD
OLD TESTAMENT LESSON
Deuteronomy 18:15–20
Today's reading is part of a longer discourse in Deuteronomy, an
updating of the law for the Israelite community as the people wait to
enter the promised land. Here Moses assures the people that God will
continue to guide them through prophets who will proclaim the divine
word.
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The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among
your own people; you shall heed such a prophet. 16This is what you
requested of the LORD your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly
when you said: "If I hear the voice of the LORD my God any more, or
ever again see this great fire, I will die." 17Then the LORD replied to me:
"They are right in what they have said. 18I will raise up for them a prophet
like you from among their own people; I will put my words in the mouth of
the prophet, who shall speak to them everything that I command.
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Anyone who does not heed the words that the prophet shall speak in
my name, I myself will hold accountable. 20But any prophet who speaks
in the name of other gods, or who presumes to speak in my name a word
that I have not commanded the prophet to speak — that prophet shall
die."
A: The Word of the Lord
C. Thanks be to God
PSALM
Psalm 111
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Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart,
in the assembly of the upright, in the congregation.
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Great are your works, O LORD,
pondered by all who delight in them.
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Majesty and splendor mark your deeds,
and your righteousness endures forever.
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You cause your wonders to be remembered;
you are gracious and full of compassion.
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You give food to those who fear you,
remembering forever your covenant.
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You have shown your people the power of your works
in giving them the lands of the nations.
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The works of your hands are faithfulness and justice;
all of your precepts are sure.
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They stand fast forever and ever,
because they are done in truth and equity.
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You sent redemption to your people
and commanded your covenant forever;
holy and awesome is your name.
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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom;
all who practice this have a good understanding.
God's praise endures forever.
EPISTLE READING
1 Corinthians 8:1–13
Paul is concerned about how some Corinthian Christians use their
freedom in Christ as license to engage in non-Christian behavior that
sets a damaging example to other, impressionable, believers. Christians
have a responsibility to each other that their behavior does not cause a
sister or brother to sin.
Now concerning food sacrificed to idols: we know that "all of us possess
knowledge." Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. 2Anyone who claims
to know something does not yet have the necessary knowledge; 3but
anyone who loves God is known by him. 4Hence, as to the eating of food
offered to idols, we know that "no idol in the world really exists," and that
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"there is no God but one." Indeed, even though there may be so-called
gods in heaven or on earth — as in fact there are many gods and many
lords — 6yet for us there is one God, the Father, from whom are all
things and for whom we exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom
are all things and through whom we exist. 7It is not everyone, however,
who has this knowledge. Since some have become so accustomed to
idols until now, they still think of the food they eat as food offered to an
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idol; and their conscience, being weak, is defiled. Food will not bring us
close to God. We are no worse off if we do not eat, and no better off if we
do. 9But take care that this liberty of yours does not somehow become a
stumbling block to the weak. 10For if others see you, who possess
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knowledge, eating in the temple of an idol, might they not, since their
conscience is weak, be encouraged to the point of eating food sacrificed
to idols? 11So by your knowledge those weak believers for whom Christ
died are destroyed. 12But when you thus sin against members of your
family, and wound their conscience when it is weak, you sin against
Christ. 13Therefore, if food is a cause of their falling, I will never eat meat,
so that I may not cause one of them to fall.
A: The Word of the Lord
C. Thanks be to God
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
HOLY GOSPEL
St. Mark 1:21–28
C: Glory to you, O Lord
The story has barely begun, and already the battle is joined. Jesus sides
with humanity against every force that would bring death and disease.
These forces recognize Jesus and know what his power means for them.
This, however, is only the first fight. The war will go on much longer.
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They went to Capernaum; and when the sabbath came, he entered the
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synagogue and taught. They were astounded at his teaching, for he
taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. 23Just then
there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit, 24and he cried
out, "What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to
destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God." 25But Jesus
rebuked him, saying, "Be silent, and come out of him!" 26And the unclean
spirit, convulsing him and crying with a loud voice, came out of him.
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They were all amazed, and they kept on asking one another, "What is
this? A new teaching — with authority! He commands even the unclean
spirits, and they obey him." 28At once his fame began to spread
throughout the surrounding region of Galilee.
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE
SERMON
You Are The Holy One
Come Out!
WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
HYMN
Healer of Our Every Ill
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INSTALLATION OF ELECTED CONGREGATIONAL LEADERS
(follow along with what’s projected on the wall)
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
P: Called to know, love, and follow you, O God, we pray for the church,
the world, and all in need.
A brief silence.
A: Holy God, inspire your church to speak with authority and act with
strength where the powers of evil are most oppressive and human
hearts yearn for dignity and compassion.
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
A: Drive out all demons and cause all of the creation to cry out in pain.
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
A: Send prophets of wisdom and courage to our nation. Move us
beyond ourselves to a common search for liberty and justice. Lord, in
your mercy,
hear our prayer.
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A: Strengthen the witness of preachers, teachers, and all who proclaim
the gospel in the assembly and the witness of parish nurses,
counselors, spiritual directors, and all who proclaim the gospel in
their vocations.
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
A: Almighty God, look with favor upon these persons in their
commitment to serve in Christ’s name. Given them courage,
patience, and vision; and strengthen us all in our Christian vocation
of witness to the world and of service to others; through Jesus Christ
our Lord.
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
P: Healer of our every ill, bring hope and solace to those who struggle
with depression. Set free those burdened by feelings of guilt, shame,
and worthlessness. Visit the sick with your compassionate Spirit . . . .
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
A: Eternal God, the saints listened to your voice and you freed them to
live and love for you. Open our ears to hear you and follow their
example of faith and courage.
Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
P: Trusting your love and healing, O God, we commend to you all for
whom we pray, knowing you will hear and answer, through Christ our
Lord.
C: Amen.
PEACE
P: The peace of the Lord be with you always.
C: And also with you.
(The congregation may greet one another in the name of the Lord.)
THE OFFERING
OFFERTORY RESPONSE
Thine the Amen
(verse 1)
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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: Lift up your hearts.
C: We lift them to the Lord.
P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.
PROPER PREFACE
P: It is indeed right , our duty and our joy, that we should at all times
and in all places give thanks and praise . . . we praise your name
and join their unending hymn:
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WORDS OF INSTITUTION (Blessing of Bread & Wine)
THE LORD’S PRAYER
P: Remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray,
P: Come to the table of mercy, where the feast of life is spread.
COMMUNION HYMNS
Lamb of God
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I Believe In Jesus
I believe in Jesus, I believe He is the Son of God.
I believe He died and rose again, I believe He paid for us all.
And I believe that He’s here now,
standing in our midst.
Here with power to heal now,
and the grace to forgive.
I believe in You Lord, I believe You are the Son of God.
I believe You died and rose again, I believe You paid for us all.
And I believe that You’re here now,
standing in our midst.
Here with power to heal now,
and the grace to forgive.
Sanctuary
Lord prepare me to be a sanctuary,
Pure and holy, tried and true.
With thanksgiving, I’ll be a living,
Sanctuary for you.
Lord renew me, you see right through me,
Sins departed from my soul.
With thanksgiving, I’ll be a living,
Sanctuary for you.
When the Lord comes with shouts of glory,
And our work here on earth is done.
How I long to, to hear You saying,
Faithful servant, well done.
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Great is the Lord
Great is the Lord, he is holy and just,
By his power we trust in his love.
Great is the Lord, he is faithful and true,
By his mercy he proves he is love.
Great is the Lord, and worthy of glory
Great is the Lord, and worthy of praise.
Great is the Lord, now lift up your voice,
Now lift up your voice.
Great is the Lord! Great is the Lord!
Repeat
POST COMMUNION BLESSING
P: The body and blood of our Lord and risen Savior Jesus Christ
strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
C: Amen.
POST COMMUNION PRAYER
P: Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the
mountaintop and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us
in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing
where lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the
name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
C: Amen.
WE ARE SENT OUT WITH JOY
BENEDICTION
P: The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you.
C: Amen
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SENDING SONG
Every Move I Make
Chorus
Every move I make, I make in You;
You make me move, Jesus.
Every breath I take, I breathe in You.
Every step I take, I take in You,
You are the way, Jesus
Every breath I take, I breath in You.
(piano interlude)
Refrain:
Waves of mercy, waves of grace,
Everywhere I look, I see Your face
Your love has captured me.
Oh, my God, this love how can it be?
(piano interlude)
Repeat chorus and refrain and interludes
La, la, la, la,la,la,la
La, la, la, la, la,la,la.
Repeat La La refrain 3 times.
DISMISSAL
P: Go in peace. Share the good news.
C: Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies
Annual License #20467 and CCLI license 1571587
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NEXT SUNDAY’S SCRIPTURE READINGS
Isaiah 40:21–31
Psalm 147:1–11, 20c
1 Corinthians 9:16–23
Mark 1:29–39
THANK YOU TO OUR WORSHIP SERVANTS
Ministers
Preacher
Organ/Keyboard
Choir Director
Vocalists
Guitar
Drummer
Altar Guild
Bread Baker
Greeter
Lector
Communion Assist
Prayer
Crucifer
Ushers
All the people of Our Savior
Pastor Mike Herschberger
Lois Eige
Stacy Heil
Sandy Bishop, Randy Bishop, Denise Case,
Avery Case and Alyson Hicks
Allen Dale, Brian Danielson, Gordon Miller
and Carl Scafferi
Evan Hicks/Landyn Larson
Kayla Danielson
Deb Duder
Ron & Julaine Duimstra
Sarah Auld
Barb Behrends
Ron Duimstra
Will Van Buren
Landon Auld, Floyd Harthun and
Danny & Tina Nelson
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THIS WEEK AT OUR SAVIOR
TODAY – February 1
9:00 am
Worship
Installation of PPC
10:15 am
Sunday School
MONDAY - February 2
Ground Hog Day
12-4 pm
PEO – Fellowship Hall – Tina Nelson
6:00 pm
Outreach Board Meeting
6:00 pm
Boy Scouts – Ben Mauer
TUESDAY – February 3
6:30 am
Men’s Bible Study
5:00 pm
Worship Board Meeting
6:00 pm
Service & Mission Board Meeting
WEDNESDAY – February 4
6:15 pm
Confirmation
6:30 pm
Praise Team
THURSDAY – February 5
1:00 pm
Dominoes
7:00 pm
Bible Study
SATURDAY – February 7
8:30 am
Property Board Meeting
9-10:30 am
Cub Scouts – Kent De Jong
SUNDAY – February 8
9:00 am
Worship
Boy Scout Sunday
10:15 am
Sunday School
2:15 pm
Riverside Lutheran Bible Camp Annual Meeting
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
GOOD MORNING! We are happy you have joined us today to praise,
listen and be fed by Almighty God. Whoever you are and wherever you
are on your journey of faith, you are welcome here! Holy Communion is
celebrated at each worship service and we invite all believers to receive
the sacrament with us. Children who commune at their home church are
also welcome here; if your child does not commune please bring him/her
to the table for a blessing. The ushers will direct you to the table. Please
extend your hand if you desire to commune.
THE ALTAR FLOWERS today are given to the Glory of God by Jeff &
Dawn Johnston in honor of Dawn & sister Dianne Hughes birthdays.
ATTENDANCE for this past Sunday was 76.
THE GIVING JUG RECIPIENT for 1st quarter of 2015 (Jan., Feb.,
March) recipient will be ARC of Marshall County. The ARC of Marshall
County is a group of volunteers that provide programs and services for
individuals of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The volunteers are an informational resource and sponsor day camps,
summer camps, and weekly recreational programs for adults through out
the year. Service and Mission Committee.
SUNDAY FLOWERS - please sign up to provide flowers for worship in
memory or honor of loved ones or a friend. The beauty of flowers
testifies to God’s presence and love.
CARING CENTER 110 W. Main. We are in need of men’s clothes,
sweatshirts, jackets, winter coats, shoes and boots. We need children’s
winter clothes, boots, shoes and coats. For the women, we are in need
of winter clothes, coats, shoes and boots. We always take household
items, silverware, dishes, bedding, towels, lamps—all working and clean.
Our items are for those in need, they can come once a month, with limits
to be taken. All are free or free will offering to help pay our rent, lights
and insurance. Donna, Bonnie and I (Karen), volunteer from OSLC.
Please stop in and take a look. Monday & Wednesday 10:00 am to 1:00
pm. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BRING YOUR ITEMS TO THE CHURCH
AND PUT IN THE PROPER BOX IN THE ENTRY WAY.
FIRST THIRD OF 2015 WORSHIP ASSISTANT SHEET is laying on the
table in the narthex. Please be sure to check your calendars and get
signed up to help with Sunday Worships. Thank you.
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THE ANNUAL LOVE BANQUET will be Saturday, February 14 at 6 pm
in the church fellowship hall. The evening will begin with wine and
cheese followed by a catered meal by Haley’s featuring roast pork
loin. Entertainment for the evening will feature music and ames. Singles
and couples are encouraged to come and join the fun! A free will
offering will be taken with the suggested amount (to cover out-of-pocket
expenses) of $12.50 per person.
FUN NIGHT OUT! TRIVIA NIGHT is back on Sat. Feb. 7th at the
Knights of Columbus Hall in Marshalltown. Doors open at 6 p.m. and
questions begin at 7:00 p.m. Come for the friendly competition and an
adults only night out! Bring your own snacks for your table, beverages
available for purchase at the hall. Cost is $10 a player with an 8 player
max. per table. Please contact Sue Fink to reserve your table
today! sfink@st-francis.net or 753-6953.
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A FAITH-BASED CURRICULUM
PRESCHOOL FOR YOUR LITTLE ONE? Consider St. Francis
Guardians Preschool! We offer a 3 & 4 year old program on T/TH and a
4 & 5 year old program on M/W/F. We also offer full day childcare for
children 3 years and older (including before and after school
care). Registration for both begins Tuesday, Feb. 17th @ 6:30
a.m. Spaces fill fast, so grab a coffee and come early! Please call Vicky
at 753-8744 or go to www.st-francis.net > Prospective Parents for more
information and to download the forms.
THE HOUSE OF COMPASSION invites volunteers and anyone
interested in learning more about our mission to our annual meeting on
February 22. The meeting will be held in the dining room of the House,
211 W Church, at 1 pm. We will present statistics from 2014 and talk
about the future of the House as we enter our 26th year of service to the
community. As part of our event, there will be a short presentation on the
book Toxic Charity: How the Church Hurts Those They Help and How to
Reverse It by Robert D. Lupton. For more information about this topic,
please call Karen at the House of Compassion, 641-752-5999.Please
join us for this event and lend your voice to our discussion about how to
help our neighbors in need in Marshall County.
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IN OUR PRAYERS TODAY
OSL MEMBERS
Velma Eibs – recovering after surgery
Ronda Rohde – health issues
Arnie Hanke – health issues
Galen Behrends – health issues
Chelsea Reinberg – Peace Corps in Zambia Africa
Ron Patton – health issues
Krista Pape – ongoing health concerns
WE REMEMBER OUR SHUT-INS
Bob Seemuth – Southridge Nursing Home
Jean Eige – Southridge Nursing Home
FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Everett Hunt – father of Barb Behrends
Magen Lada – great niece of Donna Sharp
Marie Sheely – sister of Ken Lindblom
La Mar De Jong – father of Kent De Jong
Royce Van Cleave – brother of La Rue Woosley
Robin Bruns – friend of La Rue Woosley
Casey & Chris Eis family – daughter who passed away
(great granddaughter of La Rue Woosley)
Darlene Bovenmeyer – friend of Shirley Gregor
Family of Fred Rohde – brother of Velma Eibs, who passed away
Marv Josten – friend of Larry & Nancy Park
Katheryn Reno – friend of Amy Mills
Don and Ordell Jakel – uncles of Rhonda Herschberger
Virgil Hamilton – father of Mary Miller
Shirley Hamilton – mother of Mary Miller
Jami Jacobson – friend of Kathy Black
Liz Welch – friend of Kathy Black
Tracy Monzo – daughter of Dave Luthro
Kelly Whitmore – niece of Bev Slocum
Tom & Joy Weltsch – friends of John & Nancy Reardon
Clarence Sedgwick – father of Sandy Bishop
Ivan Pfantz – father of DeLee Freiberg
Beulha Stinson – sister-in-law of Krista Pape
MILITARY
Chris Coalter – nephew of Joe & Shirley Gregor
Jake Lutcavish – step grandson of Floyd & Ella Harthun
Garret Swank – grandson of Ken & Linda Lindblom
Cory Reiter & family – grandson of Karen Weltzin, stationed in Korea
John Otten – grandnephew of Doreen Hasenwinkel
Adam Miller – son of Gordon & Mary Miller
Please pray for our troops for their safety.
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