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East Focus Retreat Attendees Enjoy Fellowship and Ocean Views

Ocean City, Md., proved the ideal location for the Charis Fellowship East Focus Retreat where nearly 100 pastors, ministry leaders, and spouses gathered last week for the three-day conference. Attendees stayed and enjoyed meals at the Holiday Inn & Suites that offered an ocean view and boardwalk access, and gatherings were held at a nearby […]

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Prayer Requested for Bill Katip, Grace College President

Grace College and Theological Seminary President Bill Katip suffered a stroke earlier this week while in Indianapolis. His wife, Debbie, gave permission to share the following update and prayer request: Bill has no paralysis but weakness on left side and will need some physical therapy. His mind, sweet spirit, loving personality, and humor are intact.

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Pastors and Ministry Leaders Attend Central Focus Retreat

Last week, pastors and leaders from Ohio and Indiana gathered with ministry leaders from national and cooperating ministries for the Central Focus Retreat. The 36-hour retreat focused on the theme of “Mission” and was held at Deer Creek State Park in Mt. Sterling, Ohio. Each session started with a time of worship led by Matt

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Andrew Marksbury, Son of Pastor, Dies

Andrew Marksbury is the son of Dave Marksbury, pastor of Grace Fellowship of Kent, a Charis Fellowship congregation in northwest Washington. Below is a statement from the Los Angeles Airport Peace Officers Association regarding his death.  LAAPOA is saddened to announce the passing of Los Angeles Airport Police Officer III Andrew “Andy” Marksbury. He was

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