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Apr 22
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Was this child a mistake?

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What happens when a child called a "mistake" grows up to lead a movement serving 65,000 kids? Can a letter really change a life? For Jonathan, it did. This week on the Candace Cameron Bure Podcast, Jonathan shares the full story about how one heartfelt note from his sponsor became a turning point in his life. Raised in poverty and without the support of hi ... Show More
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