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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; May 6, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon: Two Clergy Who Shook the World and the Church Rev. Dr. Rodney I. Page]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/05/first-christian-church-podcast-may-6-2012/</link>
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		<title>Movie Premiere &#8211; A Second Knock at the Door &#8211; Saturday, June 16 @ 6:30pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[On Saturday, June 16th at 6:30pm, First Christian Church will offer the first event of our new film series. We are especially proud and honored that our first selection is an award-winning documentary filmed and edited by one of our own members, Travis Edwards, son of Teri and Dirk Edwards. A Second Knock at the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/05/movie-premiere-a-second-knock-at-the-door-saturday-june-16/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; April 29, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Earth Stewardship Sunday Sermon: Finger Work Dr. Ross Miller]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/05/first-christian-church-podcast-april-29-2012/</link>
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		<title>Circle of Womenhood &#8211; Saturday, May 12 @ 9 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[WHAT is this event? We will celebrate the important bond women have with each other, your soul sister, your daughters, your mother, your sister, aunt, or cousin. We will have a labyrinth warming, a wonderful breakfast, a sharing of stories. We will talk, laugh and pray. Whom do you reach out to with the best [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/circle-of-womenhood-saturday-may-12-9-am/</link>
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		<title>Spring Fling Square Dancing Party &#8211; Thursday, May 10 @ 4pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Come together with folks from JOIN, Housing Transitions, and PHFS for this year’s Spring Fling celebration. There’ll be live music, easy square dancing lessons, refreshments, and lots of fun! When? 4:00 &#8211; 6:00 pm Where? Multipurpose Room]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/spring-fling-square-dancing-party-thursday-may-10-4pm/</link>
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		<title>World Labyrinth Day &#8211; Saturday, May 5 @ 12 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Join us as we celebrate World Labyrinth Day by opening our labyrinth to the public. World Labyrinth Day brings people from all over the planet together in celebration of the labyrinth as a symbol, a tool, a passion or a practice. For more details, visit The Labyrinth Society.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/world-labyrinth-day-saturday-may-5-12-pm/</link>
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		<title>CROP Walk &#8211; Sunday, April 29 @ 1 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Join us for a pre-walk meet-up with speakers and treats in the Multipurpose Room at 1pm. The 2.7 mile CROP Walk starts at 2 pm at SW Park and SW Market, raising funds to assist people in need around the world.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/crop-walk-sunday-april-29-1-pm/</link>
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		<title>&#8220;WE&#8221; in Wednesday &#8211; April 25 @ 6 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Plan to bring the entire family to this fun FCC event! Chris Bailey will be presenting an Earth Day themed presentation titled, &#8220;How does La Nina affect our weather?&#8221; and there will be a children’s gardening activity. Bring your favorite dish for the &#8220;earth friendly&#8221;-themed potluck. When? Wednesday, April 25 @ 6 pm Where? Multipurpose [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/we-in-wednesday-april-25-6-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; April 22, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon: Melodies &#038; Harmonies F. Wayne Bryant]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/first-christian-church-podcast-april-22-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; April 15, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript In This Very Room &#8211; Jesus Happens Keith Watkins]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/first-christian-church-podcast-april-15-2012-2/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; April 8, 2012 Easter Sunday</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Reader&#8217;s Theater Presention]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/first-christian-podcast-april-8-2012-easter-sunday/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; April 1, 2012 Palm/Passion Sunday</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Reader&#8217;s Theater Presention]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/04/first-christian-podcast-april-1-2012-palmpassion-sunday/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; March 25, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Guest Speaker, Regional Minister Rev. Doug Wirt]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/first-christian-church-podcast-march-25-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; March 18, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Unfinished Dreams_3_18_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/first-christian-church-podcast-march-18-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; March 11, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Lent III-Joy Comes in the Morning_3_11_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/first-christian-church-podcast-march-11-2012/</link>
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		<title>Introduction of Our New Senior Minister</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We are thrilled to announce that on Sunday, March 4, 2012, Portland First Christian Church congregation members voted to call Amy Piatt of Pueblo, Colorado as our new Senior Minister. The call came after unanimous votes of the Search Committee, Executive Committee, Budget and Finance Committee, the Official Board, and a unanimous vote at the [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/introduction-of-our-new-senior-minister/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; March 4, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Guest Speaker Regional Minister Rev. Doug Wirt]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/first-christian-church-podcast-march-4-2012/</link>
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		<title>Lenten Supper &amp; Class Series &#8211; Wednesdays through  March, 2012 @ 6:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Our Lenten Supper and Class Series continues on Wednesdays through March, 2012. Supper begins at 6:00 pm with classes starting at 6:45 pm. The classes available to attend are: Prayer &#038; the Enneagram, Praying through the Psalms, Prayer &#038; Meditation, and Watercolors! Set Your Spirit Free! Children’s activities include The Children’s Hand Bell Choir &#038; [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/lenten-supper-class-series-begins-wednesday-february-29-2012-600-pm/</link>
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		<title>CW/CMF General Meeting &#8211; March 28, 2012 @ 11:30 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CW/CMF General meeting is on Wednesday, March 28 at 11:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. After lunch, everyone is invited to an interesting and informative session by Gretchen Brauer-Rieke, an RN, MSN certified advanced care planning facilitator. She will talk about planning for advanced care as you age and have essential documents for you to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/cwcmf-general-meeting-march-28-2012-1130-am/</link>
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		<title>Palm Sunday, April 1, 2012 @ 9:00 am &amp; 11:00 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Palm Sunday April 1, 2012 at 9:00 am &#038; 11:00 am Both services feature the Chalice Players, a Children&#8217;s handbell &#038; singing performance, and a procession of palms. Palm Sunday]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/palm-sunday-april-1-2012-900-am-1100-am/</link>
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		<title>Maundy Thursday Service &#8211; March 5, 2012 @ 7:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[This service re-enacts the last week of Christ&#8217;s life, including a celebration of the Lord&#8217;s Supper. Our Prayer Vigil begins after the service and continues until noon on Good Friday.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/03/maundy-thursday-service-march-5-2012-700-pm/</link>
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		<title>&#8220;March Madness&#8221; Basketball &#8211; March 24, 2012 @ 3:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We have basketball hoops that are waiting to be used so let&#8217;s have our own March Madness at FCC. This is a Youth sponsored event, however all are invited to come play. If you don&#8217;t want to play, then come and cheer. Head down to church and let&#8217;s play some ball!]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/march-madness-basketball-march-24-2012-300-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; February 26, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Lent 1 TearsinGod&#8217;sBottle Psalm56_2 26 12-1 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/first-christian-church-podcast-february-26-2012/</link>
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		<title>Worship Committee Meeting &#8211; Saturday, March 3, 2012 @ 9:00 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Worship Committee meets on Saturday, March 3 at 9:00 am in the Conference Room.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/worship-committee-meeting-saturday-march-3-2012-900-am/</link>
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		<title>Specially called Board Meeting &#8211; Sunday, March 4, 2012 @ 4:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[There is a specially called Board meeting on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 4:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room. This meeting is being called to review and vote on a prospective candidate for the Senior Minister position.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/specially-called-board-meeting-sunday-march-4-2012-400-pm/</link>
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		<title>Specially Called Congregational Meeting &#8211; Sunday, March 4, 2012 @ 6:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[There is a specially called Congregational meeting on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at 6:00 pm in the Multipurpose Room. This meeting is being called to review and vote on a prospective candidate for the Senior Minister position. Childcare and food will be available.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/congregational-meeting-sunday-march-4-2012-600-pm/</link>
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		<title>Ash Wednesday &#8211; February 22, 2012 @ 7:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We will begin our Lenten Season with our Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. This will be a time of reflection, contemplation, and prayer. All are welcome to join us as we begin our journey through Lent.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/ash-wednesday-february-22-2012-700-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; February 19, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany VII-1.Wk of CompNO-VOICE 2_19_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/first-christian-church-podcast-february-19-2012/</link>
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		<title>Habitat for Humanity Work Party &#8211; Saturday, February 25 @ 8:15 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We have the opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity on Saturday, February 25 starting at 8:15 am. Please contact the church office for more information and to sign up.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/habitat-for-humanity-work-party-saturday-february-25-815-am/</link>
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		<title>Week of Compassion &#8211; February 19 &#8211; 26, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[During the 2012 Week of Compassion, take time to consider the needs of others within our global world, then reflect on what you have been given and in prayer with God, share abundantly. Visit Week of Compassion website to learn more at: http://www.weekofcompassion.org/.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/week-of-compassion-february-19-26-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; February 12, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany 6 &#8211; The Long Walk Home 2_12_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/first-christian-church-podcast-february-12-2012/</link>
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		<title>Northeast Emergency Food Drive &#8211; Month of February</title>
		<description><![CDATA[First Christian Church is partnering with EMO to collect food for Northeast Emergency Food Bank during the month of February. Visit neap@emoregon.org for more information regarding this need. The top 5 Food Needs are: 1. Peanut Butter 2. Canned Protein (tuna, chili, beans, stew) 3. Canned Fruits 4. Canned Vegetables (green beans, beets, mixed) 5. [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/northeast-emergency-food-drive-month-of-february/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; February 5, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany 5 Jesus Cures Hams_Feb_5_2012 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/first-christian-church-podcast-february-5-2012/</link>
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		<title>Board Meeting &#8211; Date Changed to Sunday, February 12, 2012 @ 5:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[To avoid scheduling conflicts and with Super Bowl Sunday on February 5, the Board meeting is being re-scheduled to Sunday, February 12 at 5:00 pm in the Far End of the Multipurpose Room. We hope this allows everyone to enjoy]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/board-meeting-sunday-february-5-2012-500-pm/</link>
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		<title>CW/CMF Group Meetings, Tuesday, February 14 @ 10:00 am &amp; 10:30 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Strain Group meets at 10:00 am at the home of Sara Webb and the Shoemaker Group meets in the Church Library at 10:30 am.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/cwcmf-group-meetings-tuesday-february-14-1000-am-1030-am/</link>
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		<title>Book Group &#8211; Wednesday, February 15 @ 7:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Book Group meets at the Cronin&#8217;s home on Wednesday, February 15 at 7:00 pm. The book for February is &#8220;Amazing Grace &#8211; A Vocabulary of Faith&#8221; by Kathleen Norris. The March read ahead book is &#8220;The Best Advice I Ever Got&#8221; by Katie Couric. This is an open group and everyone is welcome to [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/book-group-wednesday-february-15-700-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; January 29, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany 4 A Crazy Question_1_29_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/02/first-christian-church-podcast-january-29-2012/</link>
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		<title>Teddy Bear Picnic &#8211; Saturday, February 4, 2012 @ 10:00 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Calling all cubs! We need children (birth-5th grade) to get their favorite teddy bears&#8230;or other stuffed friend&#8230;and come to a Teddy Bear Picnic. We are having an indoor picnic full of fun and games for all. Save the date on your calendar now. If you aren’t a cub, but you would like to help out [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/teddy-bear-picnic-saturday-february-4-2012-1000-am/</link>
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		<title>Youth Lock-In and Super Bowl Subs &#8211; Saturday, February 4 &amp; Sunday, February 5, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The youth are having a lock-in on Saturday, February 4. They will be preparing for their first fundraiser of 2012: Super Bowl Subs that will be available for pick-up on Sunday, February 5. Order your Sub today!]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/youth-lock-in-and-super-bowl-subs-saturday-february-4-5/</link>
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		<title>CAP &#8211; Sunday, February 5, 2012 @ 12:15 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[CAP meets on Sunday, February 5 at 12:15 pm in the Conference Room. All committee chairs are encouraged to attend this monthly meeting.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/cap-sunday-february-5-2012-1215-pm/</link>
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		<title>Young Adult Fellowship &#8211; Sunday, February 5, 2012 @ 6:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Young Adult Fellowship meets on Sunday, February 5 at 6:00 pm in the Large side of the Multipurpose Room for dinner, games, and a devotional.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/young-adult-fellowship-group-sunday-february-5-2012-600-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; January 22, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany 3 Forgiveness 1_22_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/first-christian-church-podcast-january-22-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; January 15, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Epiphany 2 A People Halfbaked 1_15_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/first-christian-church-podcast-january-15/</link>
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		<title>Blood Pressure Check-Up &#8211; Sunday, January 22 @ 12:15 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Our Parish Nurse, Linda Payne will hold the free monthly Blood Pressure Check-Up clinic at 12:15 pm in the Church Library.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/blood-pressure-check-up-sunday-january-22-1215-pm/</link>
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		<title>All Church Annual Meeting &#8211; Sunday, January 22, 2012 @ 10:00 am</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The All Church Annual meeting is on Sunday, January 22, 2012 at 10:00 am in the Multipurpose Room. Everyone is encouraged to attend this meeting. The 2012 Nominating Committee Report will be voted on during this meeting.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/all-church-annual-meeting-sunday-january-22-2012-1000-am-2/</link>
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		<title>Memorial Service for Robert Armstrong &#8211; Tuesday, January 17, 2012 @ 2:30</title>
		<description><![CDATA[A memorial service for Robert Armstrong will be held at First Christian Church in the Sanctuary on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 2:30 pm.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/memorial-service-for-robert-armstrong-tuesday-january-17-2012-230/</link>
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		<title>Budget &amp; Finance Committee Meeting &#8211; Wednesday, January 18, 2012 @ 1:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The Budget &#038; Finance Committee meets on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm in the Conference Room.]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/budget-finance-committee-meeting-wednesday-january-18-2012-100-pm/</link>
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		<title>Book Group &#8211; Wednesday, January 18, 2012 @ 7:00 pm</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The January read ahead book is &#8220;Homestead&#8221; by Jane Kirkpatrick. We are meeting on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at the home of John &#038; Linda Payne. We are an open and inviting group that everyone is welcome to attend!]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/book-group-wednesday-january-18-2012-700-pm/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; January 8, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Sermon Manuscript Encounters 1 On Growing Up (Jesus&#8217; baptism)1_8_12 Rev. Barbara Blaisdell, Interim/Transitional Senior Minister]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/first-christian-church-podcast-january-8-2012/</link>
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		<title>First Christian Church Podcast &#8211; January 1, 2012</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Guest Speaker Dr. F. Wayne Bryant]]></description>
		<link>http://fccpdx.com/2012/01/first-christian-church-podcast-january-1-2012/</link>
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