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Slow Theology: Simple Faith for Chaotic Times

Wrestling with Going Back to a Local Church

21 min • 12 april 2022

As we enter a season where it is safer to go back to church together in person, some committed Christians are hesitant to re-engage with a local church. Nijay and AJ acknowledge the challenges and talk about the importance of taking slow steps forward in faith.

Wrestling with Going Back to a Local Church

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