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Tag Archives: Amanda Robbie
The Ministry of a Messy House – a review
When the husband of an author writes a review of his wife’s book he needs to be careful. He must take care not to over promote his wife, for fear of being clearly biased, whilst being careful also not to … Continue reading
Posted in Growing Christians
Tagged Amanda Robbie, Ian Mitchell, Neil Robbie, The Ministry of a Messy House
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The Vicar’s Wife’s book goes on sale today
It’s been a year since IVP asked The Vicar’s Wife to write a book, though it seems like much longer if you’ve lived in the vicarage. The Ministry of a Messy House officially goes on sale today, although anyone who … Continue reading
Posted in Inner City Ministry
Tagged Amanda Robbie, IVP, Mess, ministry, The Ministry of a Messy House
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