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Community Renewal – One Broken Window at a Time

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... to help the church reverse the effects described by the “broken windows theory.” The theory holds that when ordinary repairs are left unresolved for weeks and months, people assume a lack of care and concern that perpetuates loss of ongoing care and responsibility in the community.

Under the leadership of associate pastor Duane Nelson and pastor Karen Brewer, the church began to apply their resources and employed men from the community to renovate an eyesore into a neighborhood landmark. The improvements began to make a difference.

http://www.covchurch.org/cov/news/item6686
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