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March 15, 2017

Welcoming the Stranger

Kathryn Helms (Maryland)

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Let mutual love continue. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some 
have entertained angels without knowing it. - Hebrews 13:1-2 (NRSV)

I once led a group that met twice a week for lunch at the local community college. One day a new student sat down at the far end of our table. As a pastor trying to build relationships with the students, I saw this as a wonderful 
opportunity. “Is this...

Today's Prayer
Dear God, help us to overcome social barriers so that we can participate in your work in the world. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Leviticus 19:32-34

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I can share God’s love by inviting others into my life.

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While several strategies for reopening the world are being discussed, I encourage you—the people of God everywhere—to allow this season to be a formative one during which you can make new discoveries about God and increase your faith. Use this time to embark on a life of prayer, a life of study, and a life of action—involvement in the community.”

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