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Mike & Robin Titre retired in 2016 and have been “SHINING” for Christ, devoting their time to Samaritan’s Purse in disaster relief situations. Mike and Robin function as the hands and feet of Jesus to meet the needs of the local community. For more information go to samaritanspurse.org.

Mike & Robin Titre retired in 2016 and have been “SHINING” for Christ, devoting their time to Samaritan’s Purse in disaster relief situations. Mike and Robin function as the hands and feet of Jesus to meet the needs of the local community. For more information go to samaritanspurse.org.

God’s people do marvelous things. When asked what The Orchard is doing that makes a difference in the community, we often tell stories of our people that glorify God, encourage others, and motivate us all to pray and get involved right in our midst. Philippians 2:15-17 calls us to, “shine as lights in the world, holding fast the word of life so that we may rejoice in the day of Christ and not have run or labored in vain.” As members of the Church, we shine where we are.

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