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Book talks life from real prodigal son to Pastor | Afro

By Micha Green AFRO D.C. Editor mgreen@afro.com The Rev. Kevin Hart Sr. pastor of Christian Tabernacle Church of God in Northwest, D.C., may seem like the picture perfect man- with a beautiful family and accomplishments such as being a published author and well-educated church leader. However, in his new book, “Homeless in My Own Backyard: […]

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