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Armed with a Canvas: Interview with Artist, Yung Chen

July 10, 2025
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Interview Featuring Yung Chen, Artist, and Ella Lander, Elevate Christian Disability Trust Staff Ella: When did you start doing your artwork? Yung: I was drawing my art by hand, and I was able to hold the pen and then my hand got more and more sore. I can still use my hands, and it is […]

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Devotional by Cherry Lewis: If it is of concern to me, it is of concern to him

July 2, 2025
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Written by Cherry Lewis “Do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.” (Deuteronomy 4:9) The thought came to me a while back that I should make a record of all the […]

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Creating a Place for Everyone: Mark’s Story of Belonging and Advocacy

June 30, 2025
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The first time I attended the Drop-in Centre program, I felt a bit out of place. Walking into a new environment, not knowing anyone, and unsure of what to expect made me feel nervous and vulnerable. It’s always awkward trying to find your footing in a new space. But then I met Mark.  He was […]

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Bold Living with Ruth Beale: Celebrating Her 30 Years of Ministry

June 30, 2025
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One of my first impressions of Ruth, was that she speaks with such confidence and boldness. I have learned her boldness and deep trust comes from navigating the windy road of life, by God’s lamp to her feet. You may know Ruth from her work with Wellington Christian Fellowship for the Disabled (CFFD), Manuwatū CFFD, […]

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The Potter and the Clay in all Seasons of Life

June 25, 2025
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The Potter and the Clay in all Seasons of Life (God in Every Season Devotion Series) Written by Faye Angelo, Volunteer at Drop-In Centre   Yet, Oh Lord, you are our Father.  We are the clay; you are the potter.  We are all the work of your hand. Isaiah 64:8  The bible often refers to […]

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