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ADL Newsletter | December 2024

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Our ADL newsletter, THE ROSE, blends the traditional printed newsletter feel with a modern, digital world user experience. In other words, when viewing this online, buttons and links are clickable to access more information.

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Another New Angel - Rev. Marlayne Upton

New Angel - Upton

On November 15, 2024, the Angels welcomed our sister, Rev. Marlayne Upton into their realm. Although details of her transition are not currently available, Marlayne passed suddenly and unexpectedly at the age of 75.

Marlayne was ordained into ADL on 12/19/1994 and would have celebrated her 30th Anniversary this year as a minister with us. She was mentored by Rev. Dr. Barb Hanshaw.

We love you Marlayne! You will be dearly missed by those who were touched by your light.

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How Do We Give Thanks?

How Do We Give Thanks

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Another New Angel - Rev. Rick Minckler

New Angel - Rick Minckler
On October 9, 2024 the Angels welcomed our brother, Rev. Rick Minckler of Surrey, BC, Canada into their realms. He tragically made his transition due to smoke inhalation during his sleep, when a fire broke outside in a storage shed near his bedroom. He was 74 at the time of his departure, and had just recently celebrated his birthday on October 1st. Rick was an ADL minister since 2021, and was ordained by Rev. Dr. Barbara MacDonald.

We love you Rick, and pray that you will continue to help ot…

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Unexpected Spiritual Growth

Unexpected Spiritual Growth

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Breathe Life

Breathe Life

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Memories

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Another New Angel - Rev. Kipp Price

New Angel - Kipp Price

Wrapped in Love, Kipp Price of Gainesville Fl. passed away peacefully at Haven Hospice on Sat., Oct. 26th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. A true force of nature, Kipp Tyler Smith was born to Jeanette Ozanne Smith and Thomas Smith, in Miami Beach, FL. She grew up in Miami Beach, Coconut Grove, and Coral Gables. She ‘willingly’ attended the Everglades School for Girls after making a deal with her mother that she would get a car after it was over. Kipp also attended Gables High School …

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