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All main speakers and workshops are confirmed; the stories and testimonies are selected. We must finalize Bible study presenters in December. Pray for Rudi Plett who has the challenging task to find translators for several languages for each session; for Esther Corbett who will develop the prayer program; for Andy Owen who will set up the worship music.<\/p>\n<p><em>\u2014David Wiebe, executive director, ICOMB<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The International Community of Mennonite Brethren (ICOMB) is made up of 21 national churches in 19 countries with approximately 450,000 members. ICOMB exists to facilitate relationships and ministries to enhance the witness and discipleship of its member national churches \u2013 connecting, strengthening and expanding. 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