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Origins: Peace

Episode 239 • 14th December 2024 • Speaking of Grace • WholeLife Productions

Origins: Peace

The Cambridge Dictionary defines Peace as "freedom from war and violence, especially when people live and work together happily without disagreements...." If this is the definition, is it possible to have peace in this world? The Christmas story suggests the answer is yes. This week at WholeLife's annual Christmas Celebration that includes our choirs, band, and orchestra, we'll celebrate together that the baby born in Bethlehem is the origin story for our peace in a chaotic world.

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