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The LOVE of Christmas (Rev. Dr. Charley Reeb)
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The LOVE of Christmas Devotional Guide
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The HOPE of Christmas Devotional Guide
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The Hope of Christmas (Pastor Charley)
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Nurturing the Spirit of Persons Living with Memory Loss
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The Least of These (Rev. Nicki Taylor)
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Holiday Gift Ideas for Someone Living with Memory Loss
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