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#ChasingCommunity Linkup 31


Guess what time it is? It’s time for another giveaway! Here at #ChasingCommunity, all participants are entered into a monthly drawing to win this Chasing Community writing journal, or this Chasing Community insulated mug. And! In celebration of summertime, we’re randomly selecting two winners each month this summer! Yay!

Our July winners are Michelle Bengston and Debbie Putman! Woohoo! Congratulations, Michelle and Debbie. So blessed to have you share your words of truth and hope here in this space. Thank you. — Please let me know whether you’d prefer the journal or the mug and I’ll get it right out to you. ♥


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It’s a casual, pony-tail & sandals environment around here, but a few important reminders:

  • Please remember to visit and leave some encouragement for other friends who’ve linked-up today — this is the heart of community & your words of support could be just the thing another friend needs to hear today.
  • Please only share like-minded words of spiritual encouragement and insight.
  • Please grab the #ChasingCommunity button, or link back here underneath your post. (So others can find us and join the fun too!)
  • By linking up & leaving your email address you agree to receive #ChasingCommunity updates.

Thank you for bringing your dish to the table–May your ministry of words find community here.

Ministry+Friends=Fun. I’m linking up today with my friends at #ChasingCommunity. Come join us!
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  1. Michele Morin says

    August 3, 2017 at 6:16 am

    Congrats Michelle and Debbie!
    And who doesn’t need to read that Annie Downs quote this morning! Thanks for sharing it so beautifully!
    Michele Morin recently posted…The Spiritual Practice of CuriosityMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      August 3, 2017 at 2:42 pm

      She has good stuff to say, doesn’t she, Michelle. 🙂 Thanks for being here, friend.

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  2. Bev @ Walking Well With God says

    August 3, 2017 at 6:29 am

    Hi Brenda,
    You do so well keeping up with the Compel group and your Link-up….proud of you girl!! My post was somewhat inspired by our talks as we were getting ready for the day at She Speaks….decided to have a little fun with it….
    Blessings to you sweet friend,
    Bev xoxo
    Bev @ Walking Well With God recently posted…Ode To Bat Wings, Chin Hairs, & WrinklesMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      August 3, 2017 at 2:45 pm

      *giggle* Aging has a way of happening to us rather than happening with us, sometimes, doesn’t it? 🙂 Blessings back at ya, friend. ((hug))

      Reply
  3. Lisa/Syncopated Mama says

    August 3, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I hope your August has gotten off to an awesome start!
    Lisa/Syncopated Mama recently posted…The ICB Blessed Garden BibleMy Profile

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    • Brenda says

      August 3, 2017 at 2:45 pm

      Thanks, Lisa–hope yours is too. 🙂

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  4. Donna Reidland says

    August 3, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    Congratulations Michelle and Debbie. And thanks Brenda for hosting. Have a great rest of the week!
    Donna Reidland recently posted…“Our Hope in Trials & Uncommon Friends” August 3My Profile

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    • Brenda says

      August 3, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Hope you have a great weekend too, Donna. Thanks for being here. 🙂 ((hug))

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  5. Debbie Putman says

    August 3, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    Wow! Thanks! I think I’ll take the mug…I appreciate being able to link here every week. Thank you for offering this opportunity. ((Hugs))

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    • Brenda says

      August 3, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      Yay, Congrats Debbie! 🙂 Just send me your info and I’ll get it right out to you. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Maree Dee says

    August 3, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    Love the quote you posted but then again I always do.
    Maree Dee recently posted…Popular Posts You Might Have MissedMy Profile

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