shared laughter can lighten heavy loads, calm ruffled feelings, refresh weary pilgrims, and renew an eternal perspective. In our church, our staff will lunch together for any special occasion we can find. Practical jokes are a part of our normal week. Seasonal staff get-togethers are regular. Good relationships must be worked at, but the result is worth the effort. Mutual concern and joy are contagious. Our congregation is encouraged to see that its staff not only works well together but actually
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