Memphis Church Provides Free Market

Hundreds of shoppers recently found everything from suits and leather jackets to toys and school supplies at a Memphis church for just the right price—free.

 

The Breath of Life Christian Center helped those in need in its community by providing a free market organized by the church’s college and career ministry. Church members, area businesses and people in the community donated items and money for the market, which attracted more than 400 shoppers. 

 

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James P. Long
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James P. Long was formerly the editor of Outreach magazine and the author of a number of books, including Why Is God Silent When We Need Him the Most?

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