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Miriam Scott
I am carrying a lot of affection for liturgy and a lot of conflict about the institution that shaped me. I do not know yet what I am keeping, but I would like to meet others in a similar place.
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I am carrying a lot of affection for liturgy and a lot of conflict about the institution that shaped me. I do not know yet what I am keeping, but I would like to meet others in a similar place.
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Daniel Park
A lot of people arrive slowly and read for a while before they speak. That still counts as belonging.
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Ruth Ellison
If Sunday feels like too much right now, start with coffee, a welcome lunch, or one calmer conversation.
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Ruth Ellison
Thank you for naming this so honestly. The pace here is intentionally low-pressure.
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