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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T190000
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SUMMARY:Good Friday Service
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/good-friday-service-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T200000
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SUMMARY:Easter Vigil
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/easter-vigil-2/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T103000
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SUMMARY:Festive Prelude
DESCRIPTION:The Music Ministry of First Church present 30-minutes of music as we prepare for our Easter worship service.\nThe Festive Prelude and worship will feature the Chancel Choir\, Brass\, and Organ.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festive-prelude-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T123000
DTSTAMP:20250216T205209Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday "Eggstravaganza"
DESCRIPTION:Immediately following Easter Sunday worship\, children of all ages are welcome to join in the fun of this year’s outdoor egg search! Exit through the fountain foyer into the Memorial Garden for three designated locations divided by age. Pick up a “map” and take-home treat bag from an usher at any entrance to the Sanctuary\, and help us reduce and reuse by depositing all plastic eggs in marked buckets located across First Church’s front lawn. No basket needed! (Event will move indoors in case of rain.) \nPlease note\, children’s classes will not meet Easter Sunday. Worship activity bags will be available at all Sanctuary entrances and Nursery care will be provided beginning at 10:00 a.m. through the Worship hour.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/easter-sunday-eggstravaganza/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
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SUMMARY:Church Office Closed
DESCRIPTION:In recognition of the hard work and dedication our church staff has shown in the months leading up to Easter and throughout Holy Week\, we will be observing a Sabbath on the day following Easter. This time of rest is a way for our staff to renew and recharge after a season of faithful service. We will return to our normal business hours\, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\, on Tuesday\, April 22nd. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-office-closed-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T120000
DTSTAMP:20250403T155811Z
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UID:21733-1745317800-1745323200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Packing with Producemobile volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will be hosting volunteers from Producemobile team to pack diapers on Tues. 4/22 from 10:30-12. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712 or nandbrown@comcast.nst
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-packing-with-producemobile-volunteers/
LOCATION:Room M
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250426T193000
DTSTAMP:20250410T183155Z
CREATED:20250410T183155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T183155Z
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SUMMARY:Couples Salon Sips and Dips
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy Sips and Dips with Couples Salon on Saturday\, April 26th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Susan and Steve Prout’s home in Evanston. Please RSVP to Susan at swprout@comcast.net to let her know you are coming and whether you are bringing a sip or dip to share.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/couples-salon-sips-and-dips-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T140000
DTSTAMP:20250311T161135Z
CREATED:20250311T161135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T161135Z
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SUMMARY:Church Council Meeting
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/church-council-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T114000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250427T133000
DTSTAMP:20250403T155001Z
CREATED:20241023T180724Z
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SUMMARY:Spring 2025 Inquirers Class
DESCRIPTION:2025 Spring Inquirers Class\n \nSundays\, April 27\, May 4\, 11\, 18 & June 1\, 11:40-1:30pm (lunch included)\n\nWhat is Inquirers?\n\n\nAn exploration/inquiry into First Church\, its ministries\, and people.\n\n\nA six-session class that meets on Sundays led by Pastor Grace Imathiu\, Mary Taylor-Johnson and other church leaders.\n\n\nAn experience to help you discern whether this faith community will nurture you and provide opportunities to grow and serve.\n\n\nWhat will we do/learn/think about in Inquirers?\n\n\n        Learn about the First Church mission\, strategic planning\, and what it means to be a Reconciling Congregation.\n\n\n        Talk about the collective faith journey and reflect on our own individual experiences.\n\n\n        Learn about (or review) the structure\, theology\, and current issues in the United Methodist denomination.\n\n\n        Hear about opportunities such as Adult Education and Faith Formation\, soup kitchen\, sack lunch ministry\, diaper bank\, fellowship groups\, Young Adult potlucks and gatherings\, opportunities for children and youth.\n\n\n        Build relationships with each other through weekly conversation and sharing in small groups.\n\n\n        Listen to what current members share about their experiences in this congregation.\n\n\n        Take a tour of the building.\n\n\n        Inquirers is also the centerpiece of our membership process\, so we’ll talk about the membership vows and expectations.  While we ask all persons considering membership at First Church to participate\, we don’t assume that Inquirers are considering membership.  If the experience helps your discern whether or not this faith community is a good fit for you\, that is a win.\n\n\n\nIf    If you are interested in participating in Inquirers\, or have questions about this opportunity\, please reach out to Mary Taylor-Johnson\, Director of Membership and Engagement\, at 847-864-6182 or mary@faithatfirst.com .
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/spring-2025-inquirers-class/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250428T210000
DTSTAMP:20250410T175125Z
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SUMMARY:Standing Together
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/standing-together/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T193000
DTSTAMP:20250403T155859Z
CREATED:20250403T155859Z
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UID:21735-1746124200-1746127800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank hosting Junior Girl Scout troop
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank hosting Junior Girl Scout troop to pack diapers in room M on Thurs. May 1 from 6:30-7:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-hosting-junior-girl-scout-troop/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504
DTSTAMP:20250501T182458Z
CREATED:20241223T173258Z
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SUMMARY:Center for Family Consultation - Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Evanston’s Center for Family Consultation will hold its Annual Conference in the dining room on Friday and Saturday\, May 2\, and 3\, 2025. This event will also be live-streamed both days. Contact: Krys Juleen\, Building Event Coordinator
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/center-for-family-consultation-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T101500
DTSTAMP:20250325T163738Z
CREATED:20250325T163738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T163738Z
UID:21680-1746350100-1746353700@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Confirmation Breakfast
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/confirmation-breakfast/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T103000
DTSTAMP:20250502T000630Z
CREATED:20250502T000630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000630Z
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SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections
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URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-5/
LOCATION:Room 33
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20241104T184158Z
CREATED:20241104T184158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T184158Z
UID:20338-1746360000-1746363600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Earth Care Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/earth-care-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T163000
DTSTAMP:20250506T145841Z
CREATED:20250506T145841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T145841Z
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SUMMARY:Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/rehearsal/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T183000
DTSTAMP:20250403T160005Z
CREATED:20250403T160005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T160005Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Evanston Lighthouse Rotary for diaper packing
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Evanston Lighthouse Rotary Club for diaper packing on Tues. 5/6\, 5-6:30 pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-will-host-evanston-lighthouse-rotary-for-diaper-packing/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T203000
DTSTAMP:20250522T184038Z
CREATED:20250522T184038Z
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SUMMARY:First Reads Book Group meeting
DESCRIPTION:First Reads Book Group meeting will be held on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 pm. Contact Janet Lutz at janetatl@aol.com.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/first-reads-book-group-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T190000
DTSTAMP:20250502T002159Z
CREATED:20250502T001557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T002159Z
UID:23237-1746604800-1746644400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:NIC Cabinet Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/nic-cabinet-meeting/
LOCATION:Glenna Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T133000
DTSTAMP:20250415T211212Z
CREATED:20250415T211212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T211212Z
UID:21872-1746621000-1746624600@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Total Child Staff Appreciation Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/total-child-staff-appreciation-lunch/
LOCATION:Dining Room
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T113000
DTSTAMP:20250403T160054Z
CREATED:20250403T160054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T160054Z
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SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/10 from 10-11:30 am. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-will-host-skokie-valley-rotary-to-pack-diapers/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20250502T000428Z
CREATED:20250502T000427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T000428Z
UID:23226-1746954900-1746959400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Social Justice Intersections
DESCRIPTION:SOCIAL JUSTICE INTERSECTIONS GROUP MEETS SUNDAYS\, 9:15AM\, DINING ROOM\nHi First Church sisters and brothers –\nMany focus on a daily practice\, especially during Lent. This Sunday\, continues our Lenten study\,  “Anti-Racism as Daily Practice.” Our leader will be Joyce Hodel. We are using a book by the same name which adds a sub-title\, “Refuse Shame\, Change White Communities and Help Create a Just World.”  We look forward to to seeing you Sunday. \nLisa Jacob\nJoe Agne \nHere are our addition dates and leaders:\n– March 30\, Pastor Britt Cox\n– April 13\, Chris Nieuwsma\n– April 27\, Dr. Jennifer Harvey\, the book’s author and Academic Dean of Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary.\nWe take a break from our study on April 6 for Earth Care Sunday\, and on April 20\, Easter Sunday\, when will sing the social justice verses of our favorite Easter hymns.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/social-justice-intersections-2-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250511T103000
DTSTAMP:20250529T175428Z
CREATED:20250529T175345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T175428Z
UID:23401-1746954900-1746959400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Adult Education Class- The Christian Experiment
DESCRIPTION:Ever had doubts? If you are like most\, you have. Ever had doubts about Christian faith? Many of us have. In a recent study at a leading United Methodist Church\, 95 percent of believers stated they struggle with doubt occasionally and 24 percent stated they struggle with doubt regularly. This same study also found that 44 percent believed their doubts helped them find or strengthen their faith. \nBeginning on January 5\, The Christian Experiment will discuss doubts. These doubts could be yours or someone you know. We will use some of Adam Hamilton’s work on doubt to help our discussions. You can find information about Adam Hamilton’s book Wrestling with Doubt here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FsZPC_bsFcg \nWeekly Meeting Schedule\nJanuary 5 – Is There a God?\nJanuary 12 – The Good Book? Wrestling with the Bible\nJanuary 19 – Are All Non-Christians Going to Hell?\nJanuary 26 – Is Heaven Real?\nFebruary 2 – When Prayers Go Unanswered\nFebruary 9 – Why Do the Innocent Suffer? \nThe Christian Experiment meets every Sunday morning at 9:15 am in Glenna Hall. There is no required reading\, homework\, or other expectations. Feel free to come to one meeting or all over the next six weeks. We are an open and welcoming group seeking to engage one another in Christian fellowship!
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/adult-education-class-2-2/
LOCATION:Room M
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T150000
DTSTAMP:20250510T192055Z
CREATED:20250510T192055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250510T192055Z
UID:23272-1747126800-1747148400@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Chapel Organ Tuning
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/chapel-organ-tuning/
LOCATION:Tittle Chapel
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T140000
DTSTAMP:20250506T163018Z
CREATED:20250506T150029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T163018Z
UID:23242-1747137600-1747144800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Christine Mando Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/christine-mando-rehearsal/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T193000
DTSTAMP:20250216T203346Z
CREATED:20250216T203346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T203346Z
UID:21085-1747247400-1747251000@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Orchestra Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/orchestra-rehearsal-3/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T193000
DTSTAMP:20250216T203519Z
CREATED:20250216T203519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T203519Z
UID:21087-1747420200-1747423800@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Orchestra Rehearsal
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/orchestra-rehearsal-4/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250516T210000
DTSTAMP:20241008T185620Z
CREATED:20241008T185620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T185620Z
UID:20240-1747423800-1747429200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Festival Choir Concert: Handel's "Messiah"
DESCRIPTION:The Festival Choir and Orchestra of First United Methodist Church of Evanston present parts 2 & 3 of Handel’s beloved “Messiah.” The 7:30pm concert is free and open to the public.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/festival-choir-concert-handels-messiah-2/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Schoettler":MAILTO:brian@faithatfirst.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20250513T192936Z
CREATED:20250513T192709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T192936Z
UID:23289-1747477800-1747483200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers
DESCRIPTION:Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank will host Skokie Valley Rotary to pack diapers on Sat. 5/17 from 10-12pm. Contact Nancy Brown at 847-271-1712.
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/bundled-blessings-diaper-bank-will-host-skokie-valley-rotary-to-pack-diapers-2/
LOCATION:Room M
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTSTAMP:20250410T175418Z
CREATED:20250410T175418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T175418Z
UID:21837-1747479600-1747483200@faithatfirst.org
SUMMARY:Cate Rondenet Memorial
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://faithatfirst.org/event/cate-rondenet-memorial/
LOCATION:Sanctuary
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