as from conferences of four denominations, to serve in whatever capacity he would choose. As he and Eldred prayed that day, he said, “I can see a mighty church, a lighthouse for Jesus, right here on this property. I can see it.” Money was given to buy the property, which was immediately mortgaged to finance the raising of the first building. Volunteers worked evenings and Saturdays with the men digging, sawing, hammering, and painting, while the women prepared meals and varnished chairs. Before the
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