Summary

First plenary address from a conference on the meaning of the Ascension.

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Details

First plenary address from "With a Shout," a day-long conference held in 2006 exploring the meaning of the Ascension culminated in a community worship service at Woodlawn Christian Reformed Church. The conference and service were co-sponsored by the Dean of the Chapel, Calvin College, and the Center for Excellence in Preaching.

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