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How one West Coast ministry reaps kingdom profits by planting businesses.

Paul Hughes | posted 3/26/2008 08:47AM

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But in spite of the neighborhood, or perhaps because of it, "it's perfect for us," Hellman says. "They shop here, and we get a chance to witness to them."

This is Christian community development in microcosm, as it plays out on one 100-yard stretch of road in one town in Orange County and in the lives of individuals like Will, whose simple work in the thrift store speaks of his hope to put his life back together.

Paul Hughes is a writer in Southern California.

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"IRS Rules to Remember," which accompanies this article in the March issue, has tips for churches who hope to run businesses.

More articles about business and missions are available on our site.

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