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The Presence Project Podcast

Aug 2, 2026

Join Summer Gross and Christy Purifoy as they explore the profound role of beauty in spiritual life, placemaking, and community. Discover how cultivating beauty can nourish the soul, foster resilience, and reflect God's redemptive love.

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