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Beauty

 


Beauty.

First, know this. You are a beautiful and beloved child of God.

On Sunday, we will be singing For the Beauty of the Earth. This hymn speaks about experiencing the beauty of creation, the joy of human love, and the gift of God's divine love.

Where do you experience the beauty of creation?
From whom do you experience the beauty of human love?
How have you experienced the beauty of receiving the gift of God's divine love?

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