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On the cover Wise Men from the East, Agha Behzad, Iran, 1958. Used by permission from Christ for All People: Celebrating a World of Christian Art, Edited by Ron O'Grady, Orbis, 2001, $30, page 45. One of Iran's well-known painters, Agha Behzad lost his way, violating Moslem law by drinking alcohol and smoking opium. When even his best friends deserted him, he lost hope until a neighbor took him to a Christian gathering. Attracted by the hymns, he began exploring Christianity. Struggling with feelings of worthlessness and loneliness, he was eventually rehabilitated from his drug and alcohol addictions. Starting over, he was encouraged to begin painting again. He used his talent to paint Christian themes that were used widely in the church in Iran. "His art portrays Christianity through the eyes of a new convert."

COVER STORIES 10 Do Not Be Afraid! David L. Johns Over and over scripture reminds us, "be not afraid." The waiting of Advent helps to equip us to hold on to hope and see circumstances through God's time. Christ remains our pilot—hold on to Him! 12 "For Richer or Poorer..." Tom Mullen This excerpt from "A Very Good Marriage" wets the appetite for more. Sharing Christmas memories, Tom Mullen links them with the phrase, "for richer or poorer," from his wedding vows. 16 Quakerdale: Promoting Peacemaking in a Violent World Carol Gilbert Celebrating 150 years of ministry to orphans and youth in need, Quakerdale continues to reach others with services that encourage positive change, promote peacemaking and provide hope for the future.   FEATURES 2 Valiant for Truth Trish Edwards-Konic 4 Commitments Retha McCutchen 4 News from Friends United Meeting 8 Peace Notes 9 News 15 Bible Study Joseph, The Dreamer Joshua Brown 18 Salt and Light Cultivating Simple Grief and Powerful Hope Bruce Bishop 19 Turning Points Lord, I Love You Kim Pratt 23 Ideas That Work Earlham School of Religion Faculty and Staff Tour England Jay Marshall 24 Viewpoints 25 Passages 26 Reviews 29 Book Notes 34 Classifieds 36 Meeting Directory 40 Quaker Quotes 42 The Back Bench The Heart of Christmas Tom Mullen

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