Oct 15, 2 Liturgies

[Keeter]
By Faith (Getty)
Jesus, We Love You (Live) - Bethel
A Debtor to Mercy - Bob Kauflin Hymns

[Mevo Oct 15]
In Tenderness
This is Amazing Grace
Psalm 32 scripture reading
In Christ Alone
What a Beautiful Name
Greeting
Sermon


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