duties and role as a song leader<\/a>. So often, my questions are answered but are not satisfactory<\/p>\nI am thankful there are congregations like yours that are willing to share their wealth of information with others. I pray your congregation remains firm in the Lord’s teachings and that your light shines for others to see their way.<\/p>\n\t
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You’re welcome. If I can be of further service, just write.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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