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New Testament Sunday School Lesson 28: "We Are Witnesses"

By Ted L. Gibbons

ACTS 1-5

Diane Acevedo

Diane Acevedo was born and raised in Puerto Rico. As a convert, she’s spent her life building faith alongside her four amazing children, focusing on the tremendous love the Savior has for us.

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