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    Stories of the Cross - January 2021
    Josh Ferry
    • Jan 4, 2021
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - January 2021

    A source of gratitude Several weeks ago, a nurse was reviewing their morning lists for things that I keep track of. Different tasks to...
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    Stories of the Cross - October 2020
    Josh Ferry
    • Oct 1, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - October 2020

    ...God places people in our path that are meant to be there, both for our comfort and for us to comfort others.
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    Stories of the Cross - September 2020
    Josh Ferry
    • Sep 3, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - September 2020

    We only know how each of us is drawn to the wood – the smoothness, ridges, and the way it feels in our hands.
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    Stories of the Cross - August 2020
    First Church
    • Aug 13, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - August 2020

    You never know when someone will cross your path and make a difference.
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    Stories of the Cross - July 2020
    First Church
    • Jul 7, 2020
    • 1 min

    Stories of the Cross - July 2020

    A source of beauty A member of First Church went to see an ailing aunt and uncle at their home.  It was important to see them, as her...
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    Stories of the Cross - May 2020
    First Church
    • May 12, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - May 2020

    A Source of Strength For some of us, there are times when things are just harder. At least that’s what it can feel like. When everything...
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    Stories of the Cross - April 2020
    First Church
    • Apr 13, 2020
    • 1 min

    Stories of the Cross - April 2020

    A source of hope Cancer.  No other word can emotionally or physically paralyze a person stronger than that hearing that one statement. ...
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    Stories of the Cross - March 2020
    First Church
    • Mar 17, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - March 2020

    A source of youthful connection The impact from our church’s comfort cross mission has been amazing.  First Church has strived to make...
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    Stories of the Cross - February 2020
    First Church
    • Feb 10, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - February 2020

    A source of worldwide connection The comfort cross-ministry of First Church Congregational has grown in ways only dreamed of in prayers....
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    Stories of the Cross - January 2020
    First Church
    • Jan 8, 2020
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - January 2020

    A friend of the church came for the funeral service of a dear friend. It was a major loss for her as well as her children. They were such...
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    Stories of the Cross - December 2019
    First Church
    • Dec 18, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - December 2019

    Being a parent is a hard job. This statement is as undeniable as saying “water is wet.” With the constant squabbling, chores, errands,...
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    Stories of the Cross - November 2019
    First Church
    • Nov 15, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - November 2019

    A source of security We all have that small thing in life that makes us just a bit more comfortable; that little item that gives us a...
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    Stories of the Cross - October 2019
    First Church
    • Oct 2, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - October 2019

    A source of connection There was a big meeting at a large corporation, kicking off an enormous project.  Numerous people were packed into...
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    Stories of the Cross - September 2019
    First Church
    • Sep 11, 2019
    • 1 min

    Stories of the Cross - September 2019

    A source of bonding A person who was very dear member of First Church had just passed away.  It was a difficult time for everyone,...
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    Stories of the Cross - August 2019
    First Church
    • Aug 12, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - August 2019

    A Source of Connection A member of our church had just finished up a sales call in rural New Hampshire, and, as he was walking out of the...
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    Stories of the Cross - July 2019
    First Church
    • Jul 14, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - July 2019

    A source of healing We often pray for the obvious: people who are in pain, sadness, need, yearning, and strife. We use our faith in...
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    Stories of the Cross - June 2019
    First Church
    • Jun 18, 2019
    • 1 min

    Stories of the Cross - June 2019

    A Source Of Giving One parishioner of First Church Congregational has given away a lot of crosses. A whole lot of crosses! He gives them...
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    Stories of the Cross - May 2019
    First Church
    • May 7, 2019
    • 2 min

    Stories of the Cross - May 2019

    These stories of the cross are documented from true experiences related to a mission of First Church Congregational. We invite you to...
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