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2022 District Assembly Report - D.S. Steve Ottley
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I continue to be amazed at God’s faithfulness. We will all admit these past two and a half years have been trying and challenging. We can also testify that God has been faithful through it all. He has sustained us and has provided for us. I believe that Canada Central District has a future filled with hope and missional vitality.
CLICK HERE to view the full Video Report. You can also view the full Assembly and Convention business sessions.
Congratulations
Congratulations to all those who were elected to serve on District Board’s and Committees. Please pray for our District Leaders in the days and months ahead. The following is the official elections results.
Declared elected to the District Advisory Board:
Clergy to 2025 – Stephen Atkinson
Layperson to 2025 – Carolyn Underwood
Declared elected to the Board of Ministry:
Clergy to 2026 – Stephen Atkinson, Janos Csoke, Nick Stavropoulos, Donna Wilson
Declared elected to the District Finance Committee:
Clergy to 2025 – Otto Hung, Tina Pitamber, Nick Stavropoulos
Layperson to (2025) – Carlos Jerez
General Assembly Delegates:
Rev. Stephen Ottley (Ex officio),
Clergy – Tamara Hudson
Laypersons – Yara Cristales, Denise Holland
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CANADA CENTRAL
DISTRICT ASSEMBLY, 2022
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DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT - REV. STEVE OTTLEY
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HOST PASTOR - REV. NICK STAVROPOULOS
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NATIONAL DIRECTOR
DR. IAN FITZPATRICK
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Rev. Juan Carlos Espino
Lead Pastor Bradford Spanish
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Rev. Liana Brown
co-pastor Hamilton Crown Point
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ASSEMBLY BUSINESS SESSION
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CALLING THE ASSEMBLY TO ORDER
Rev. Franklin Chouinard - District Secretary, Dr. David Busic - General Superintendent, Rev. Steve Ottley - District Superintendent.
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DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
REVEREND STEVE OTTLEY
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NATIONAL DIRECTOR'S REPORT
DR. IAN FITZPATRICK
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NMI REPORT
REVEREND DONNA WILSON - NMI PRESIDENT
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NYI REPORT
MARG STAHLBAUM - NYI PRESIDENT
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NDI REPORT
CINDY STAVROPOULOS - NDI PRESIDENT
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NCM CANADA REPORT
PASTOR ALAN CRISTALES - PROJECT COORDINATOR
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FINANCE REPORT
DON TWEEDLE - DISTRICT TREASURER
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WELCOME
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DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT - REV. STEVE OTTLEY
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Rev. Marc and Kim Reid Leading Worship
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Scripture Reading - Rev. Charmaine Kofler
District Advisory Board Member
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The Apostle's Creed - Rev. Mark Coulter
District Advisory Board Member
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Newly Licensed Ministers
Leonardo Reyes Camposano and Wendy Salazar - via zoom
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Cindy Stavropoulos receiving her New District License
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MANUAL READING - Rev. Daniel Moreno
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Recognition of Retiring Ministers
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ORDINANDS PROCESSIONAL
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District Secretary - Rev. Franklin Chouinard
Presenting the Ordinands
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Dr. David Busic - General Superintendent - Receiving of Ordinands
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Duet - Dr. Ian and Pat Fitzpatrick
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REVEREND RUTH BISSOON-RAMESSAR
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REVEREND GEOFFREY HOLT
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REVEREND MARISOL FERNANDEZ
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REVEREND MARY PHILLIPS
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REVEREND RUSSELL DAVIS
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REVEREND HOVANNES TOUFANKJIAN
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REVEREND ANDRE CHERAZARD
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REVEREND CRAIG SUMMERFIELD
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEWEST ELDERS
IN THE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE
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ORDINATION CLASS OF 2022
Back Row l to r Dr. David Busic, General Superintendent,
Rev. Steve Ottley, District Superintendent
ORDINAND'S: Rev. Russell Davis, Rev. Craig Summerfield (recognition)
Rev. Marisol Fernandez, Rev. Mary Phillips, Rev. Franklin Chouinard, District Secretary, Rev. Andre Cherazard (recognition), Rev. Ruth Bissoon -Ramessar, Rev. Geoffrey Holt, Rev. Hovannes Toufankjian,
Dr. Ian Fitzpatrick - National Director.
Front Row l to r Bethany Davis, Marianekke Summerfield, Rev. Leonte Fernandez, Len Phillips, Ann-Rose Cherazard, Rev. Daniel Ramessar, Jane Holt.
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Prayer for General Superintendent Dr. David and Christi Busic
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REVERENDS DANIEL AND RUTH BISSOON-RAMESSAR
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REVEREND RUSSELL AND BETHANY DAVIS
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REVERENDS LEONTE AND MARISOL FERNANDEZ
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REVEREND GEOFFREY AND JANE HOLT
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REVEREND MARY AND LEN PHILLIPS
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REVEREND HOVANNES TOUFANKJIAN
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REVEREND ANDRE AND ANNE-ROSE CHERAZARD
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REVEREND CRAIG AND MARIANEKKE SUMMERFIELD
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D.S. PICTURES OF THE MONTH
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Markdale Church sold their building and purchased this facility which is being retro fitted to serve the community
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Church Board Secretary, David Goudy thanking Pastor Leigh Straiton
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PASTOR LEIGH STRAITON
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KOLAPORE MUSIC TEAM
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WOODSTOCK FAITH COMMUNITY
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WOODSTOCK FAITH PRAISE TEAM
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N.M.I. President,
Rev. Donna Wilson
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Remember these words of Jesus! “Don’t you have a saying, ‘It’s still four months until harvest’? I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest!” (Jn 4:35).
Jesus spoke this truth, to his disciples, as they admonished each other, for none had arrived with food for Jesus. As they argued, Jesus reminded them, his real food, “…was to do the will of Him who sent me”(Jn 4:34).
Continue to pray for God's workers in His harvest field, as they partner with Him, sharing His love, speaking His Word, and being the hands and feet of Jesus wherever they go.
CARE & CONNECTION - This will be our new pathway to supporting missionaries from the time of their calling, until retirement! More details to come!
General NMI Convention 2023 -
Congratulations to our elected delegates - Esther Boodhoo, Bev Crossley, Janina Espino, and Rev. Terry Hudson
Thank you to all who were willing to let their names stand.
Email Updates - NMI Central is the new “Prayer Mobilization Line” weekly emphasis! Global NMI will send prayer requests and updates to our inboxes.
Link: https://t.e2ma.net/message/8surjg/4la0lau
Or let the council know if you need help signing up!
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Barbara and Craig Manswell
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Fall Deputation 2022 - October 9-16th - please mark your calendars, and reach out to Bev to book a service with the Manswell's!
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Pastor Gaston and Lucy were approved by Nazarene Global Missions as Sponsored Missionaries to Spain in the Eurasia Region. In early 2022, they began pastoring in Polígono Norte en Sevilla, Spain on a 2-year assignment.
Gaston and Lucy are the first Canadians to be approved as “Sponsored Missionaries”. A missionary serving through sponsored deployment is primarily funded by the local community and will serve a localized need in the field. Affirmed by the local church, district, and the Church of the Nazarene, he or she will serve a maximum of four years in the field with no previous ministry experience required.
We invite churches and individuals to support Pastor Gaston and Lucy through your prayers, by inviting them to speak at your church or at an online event, and by giving towards funding their mission to Spain. CLICK HERE for more information.
To give, please follow these instructions:
- Email transfer: churchofthenazarenecanada@ gmail.com
- Pre-authorized Debit or void cheque for 24 months to “Church of the Nazarene Canada”
- Or cheque to “Church of the Nazarene Canada” mail to: 3657 Ponytrail Dr, Mississauga, On L4X 1Y2
Memo: please include with your donation: “DEPUTATION GIVING-ECHEGUIA
Thank you for your generous support.
God bless you.
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GROW HOPE MARKDALE 2022 IS BACK!
Take a look at this short video
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You can be part of the solution to reducing global hunger by sponsoring an acre or
by making a donation to either Grow Hope Markdale or Seeds of life.
Donate...
1. online at https://www.ncmcanada.ca/donate
2. by mailing a cheque to the Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Canada,3657 Ponytrail Drive Mississauga, ON. L4X 1W5
3. by phone at 905-602-8220 Ext.2 or 1-888-808-7490 Ext. 2 (Yara) Credit cards accepted.
4. by e-transfer to churchofthenazarenecanada@gmail.com.In all cases, specify "Grow Hope Markdale" or "Seeds of Life"
give your name and full mailing address (for charitable receipting purposes)
Thank you for being part of the solution!
Thank you for supporting our efforts as we work together to end hunger!
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We invite you to come celebrate the grand harvest with Grow Hope Markdale. All Grow Hope donations pay for a farmer here in Canada to plant a field, care for the field, and harvest the crop. The proceeds from the crop go to Canadian Foodgrains Bank where they are matched 4:1 by the government of Canada.
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Are you, or is someone you know called to ministry? The DMTC is a great place to explore aspects of Christian ministry and to gain a strong foundation for ministry in the church and in the world. Courses are open to those pursuing a vocational call to ministry, and to those who simply want to have more knowledge and skills for serving God in their local churches and communities.
To apply, contact Pastor Tammy at dmtc.director@centralnazarene.ca
Website: https://dmtcdirector.wixsite.com/dmtc
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ONOFRYCHUCK FAMILY - UKRAINE
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Rosewood Church of the Nazarene has been blessed with the opportunity to sponsor the Onofrychuk family from war-torn Ukraine (Dad, Mom, and three children). This family has served in the Church of the Nazarene in Ukraine for many years. Our goal is to raise $5,000 per month to support the family's living expenses including, getting them to Toronto, housing, transportation, food, medical, education and other necessities. Please prayerfully consider pledging your support for this refugee family. If you have any questions or would like to pledge your support please contact us at office@rosewoodchurch.ca or give us a call at 416-298-9932. Please pray for the Onofrychuck and the people of Ukraine.
"Let our refugees stay among you. Hide them from our enemies until the terror is past.” Isaiah 16:4a (NLT)
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RIVERVIEW CAMP IN PEFFERLAW
Is looking to fill 1 Summer Grant position for 1 youth/young adult to work in maintenance & kitchen this summer at the campground:
Age 15 – 29
Minimum wage
40 hours per week (can be flexible of 4 days of 10hrs or 5 days of 8hrs) Working July 24 - July 31 for Family Camp is required.
July 4 to Labour Day weekend (approx.)
If you know of anybody please contact Lisa Martin at
Lisa_9977@hotmail.com
RiverviewChristianCamp@hotmail.com
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Marg Stahlbaum - District Youth Director
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The Eswatini bound container has ARRIVED! July 4th will be our unpacking day for several schools, 5 preschools, and 2 orphanages. Pastoral resources, medical devices, clothing and items for a refuge for women and girls that have been rescued from human trafficking please will be distributed by NCM Eswatini.
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GO Team members gathered and packed suitcases of the supplies for teachers and their classrooms. Each teacher will get enough pens and pencils for their classroom as well as a mug to encourage them with individual classroom needs.
Please pray for GO Team 2022 as we depart July 1. We will be sharing at Family Camp 2023 about God’s leading on this trip!
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Discipleship Place Youth Training:
3 Youth/Young Adult leaders on our District have almost completed the 20 sessions. NYYA will be hosting another 10 week session in the Fall. Hope to see you there. Please contact me if you’re interested or have any questions margstahlbaum@gmail.com
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What a great time for 102 youth & sponsors for our FIRST Day Retreat! We are already planning for the next one in August. Stay tuned!
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Upcoming DS. Schedule
Please pray for God’s anointing and wisdom for D.S. Steve Ottley
May 31 st – June 3 rd – Indigenous Ministry Trip to Mishkeegogamang
June 5 th – Cambridge-Preston Worship Pulpit Supply @ 10:30 a.m.
June 5 th – Pentecost Prayer Gathering – Zoom @ 8:00 p.m.
June 9 th – Day with G.S. Dr. David Busic
June 10 th – Annual District Assembly
June 11 th – Pastor Keith Taylor’s Farewell – Newmarket Church @ 1:00 p.m.
June 12 th – Cambridge-Preston Worship Pulpit Supply @ 10:30 a.m.
June 12 th – District Family Reunion Service – Online @ 3:00 p.m.
June 13 th – Wesley Studies Committee Meeting
– Tyndale University & Seminary @ 10:00 a.m.
June 14 th – Ottawa Trinity Church Board Meeting – Zoom @ 8:00 p.m.
June 15 th – National Finance Committee Executive Meeting – Zoom @ 12:00 Noon
June 15 th – Newmarket Church Board Meeting – Zoom @ 3:30 p.m.
June 15 th – Richmond Hill Solid Rock Church Board Meeting – Zoom @ 7:30 p.m.
June 18 th – Pastor Al MacMillan’s Memorial Service
Ottawa Stonehaven (Bridlewood) Church @ 1:00 p.m.
June 19 th – Cambridge-Preston Worship Pulpit Supply @ 10:30 a.m.
June 22 nd – Board of Ministry Studies Committee Meeting – Zoom @ 10:00 a.m.
June 22 nd – Cambridge-Preston Church Board Meeting – Zoom @ 6:30 p.m.
June 23 rd – London First Church Board Meeting – London First Church @ 7:00 p.m.
June 26 th – Cambridge-Preston Worship Pulpit Supply @ 10:30 a.m.8:00 p.m.
June 27 th – Toronto Main Street Church Board Meeting – Zoom @ 7:30 p.m.
June 28 th – Ottawa Trinity Transition Team Meeting – Zoom
June 29 th – District Advisory Board Meeting – Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
July 3 rd – Durham Village House Church Network Worship @ 12:00 Noon
July 5 th – National Finance Committee Executive Meeting – Zoom @ 10:00 a.m.
July 5 th – Canadian D.S. District Assembly Debrief Meeting – Zoom @ 12:00 Noon
July 9 th – 16 th – VACATION
July 17 th – Oshawa Corner Church Installation of New Pastor @ 10:30 a.m.
July 24 th – Bradford Spanish Church 7 th Anniversary @ 1:00 p.m.
July 24 th – July 31 st – Riverview Family Camp
August 4 th – August 5 th – Global Leadership Summit – Online
August 7 th – Toronto Rosewood Worship @ 11:00 a.m.
August 14 th – Quinte West Worship @ 10:30 a.m.
August 20 th – September 4 th – VACATION
September 5 th – September 10 th – USA/Canada District Superintendent’s Conference – San Diego |
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DISTRICT SCHEDULE
Updated June 1 st
Thursday, June 2 nd – Online Pastor’s Prayer Gathering – Zoom 12:00 Noon
Sunday, June 5 th – Online Pastor’s Prayer Gathering – Zoom 8:00 a.m.
Sunday, June 5 th – NDI Pentecost Prayer – Zoom 8:00 p.m.
Friday, June 10 th – Annual District Assembly
Wednesday, June 22 nd – Board of Ministry Studies Committee Meeting
– Zoom @ 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 29 th – District Advisory Board Meeting – Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, July 1 st – CANADA DAY
Friday, July 1 st – Sunday, July 17 th – Eswatini GO Team
– Eswatini (formally Swaziland)
Thursday, July 14 th – All Canada Pastor’s Meeting – Zoom @ 12:00 Noon
Sunday, July 24 th – Sunday, July 31 st – Riverview Family Camp
Thursday, August 4 th – Friday, August 5 th – Global Leadership Summit – Online
Tuesday, September 13 th – Sunshine Children’s Centre Committee Meeting
– District Office @ 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, September 13 th – DMTC Board Meeting
– District Office @ 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 21 st – District Advisory Board Meeting – Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 9 th – Sunday, October 16 th – The Manswell’s Deputation Tour
Monday, October 10 th – THANKSGIVING
Wednesday, October 19 th – District Advisory Board Meeting
– Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 26 th – Thursday, October 27 th
– National Board Executive Meeting – District Office
Thursday, November 24 th – District Board of Ministry Meeting
– Zoom @ 9:00 a.m.
Tuesday, December 6 th
– National Finance Committee Meeting – Zoom @ 12:00 Noon
Wednesday, December 7 th
– District Advisory Board Meeting – District Office @ 10:30 a.m.
Sunday, December 25 th – CHRISTMAS DAY
Monday, December 26 th – BOXING DAY
Sunday, January 1 st, 2023– NEW YEAR’S DAY
Friday, January 20 th – Sunday, January 22 nd, 2023
– National Ministerial Assessment Centre
Wednesday, February 22 nd – ASH WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, February 22 nd, 2023 – District Advisory Board Meeting
– Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, March 22 nd, 2023
– District Advisory Board Meeting – Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Tuesday, March 28 th, 2023– District Board of Ministry Interviews
Friday, April 7 th – GOOD FRIDAY
Sunday, April 9 th – EASTER SUNDAY
Tuesday, April 25 th, 2023– Wesley Symposium – Tyndale University & Seminary
Tuesday, May 2 nd, 2023– Wednesday, May 3 rd – National Board Meeting
Wednesday, May 17 th, 2023– District Advisory Board Meeting – Zoom @ 10:30 a.m.
Friday, June 9 th – Friday, June 16 th, 2023
– General Assembly – Indianapolis, Indiana |
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