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Sermon: “Prayer: Can It Make A Magnolia Tree Grow In Newfoundland?” Rev. Dr. Richard Robison
Scripture: Psalm 37:1-7; Matthew 15:21-28 Read by Mr. Michael Huddy
Offertory Anthem: “Go Into The World” Text adapted from Matthew 28:19-20 Natalie Sleeth
Choir Director: Mr. Richard Freeman
Pianist: Ms. Marilyn Glover
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We welcome Rev. Dr. Richard J. Robison as our guest preacher today. Rich (as we commonly call him) is Pastor of the Baptist Church in Grafton. Rich received both his Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Palmer Theological Seminary (formerly Eastern Baptist) in Philadelphia. He was ordained to ministry in the American Baptist Churches in 1980. Rich has been a pastor or interim pastor in 11 American Baptist churches in Massachusetts. In addition, Rich is the Executive Director Emeritus of the Federation for Children with Special Needs, a non-profit organization that advocates for families raising children with disabilities, which he led for 22 years. Rich is married to his wife Dotty and reside in Sudbury, MA. He enjoys summer camping with his family in Maine, grilling in the backyard, once-a-month potlucks with old friends and spending time with his 3 children and 3 grandchildren.