A reminder that booking is still open for the second event in this series, looking at our journeys towards greater mutual understanding. It takes place on Tuesday, 13 July,at 4.30 pm UK time. For more information, go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/orthodox-and-evangelical-journeys-ii-tickets-159874042565.
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