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The Salvation Army continues to share this joy filled news.  Jesus, the Saviour of the world is come.  He brings gifts of salvation; health, wholeness, completion for all people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The popular carol reminds us that joy is received, \u201cJoy to the world the Lord is come, let earth receive her king.\u201d   It is our prayer that you will receive Christmas Joy.  Jesus said, \u201cAsk and you will receive and your joy will be complete.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With joy The Salvation Army offers welcome and practical assistance to all people at Christmas and throughout the year.  Thank you for supporting this work.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you wish to make a donation to help us reach our year end goals, please go to <a href=\"https:\/\/fillthekettle.com\/\">fillthekettle.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>May God bless you and have a Merry Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ann Braund<br>Lt. 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