Word of the Day
Saturday, October 31, 2026
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Word of the Day
Church Shopping
Visiting different churches to find one that fits (shopping); or, moving from church to church without ever settling (hopping) — the second said with a slight frown.
“"Looking for a church. 'Hopping' is when the looking never stops."”
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