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Baptist churches in war-torn Mariupol fuller than ever

06-08-2022

Christian Life

William Immink, CNE.news

Baptist churches in war-torn Mariupol fuller than ever

The Baptist church in Mariupol is fuller than ever. Photo Portal of Faith

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The sound of bombs and gunshots has paused in Mariupol. But the spiritual need remains high. In fact, the number of churchgoers is higher than ever: “God has meant it for good.”

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