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GOSPEL OF THE EXTENDED FAMILY: PSALM 68:4-6 and JAMES 1:27
Message by Randy Roth, President of Faith Network of the East Bay

Introduction.
These passages are but a few of the many Biblical texts that express God’s special concern for those whose family support systems have broken apart and therefore those most vulnerable, e.g., widows and orphans.

What Does God Do To Respond To Their Plight?
· He enlists His people to look after orphans and widows. (James 1:27)
· He sets the lonely in families. (Psalm 68:6)
· Illustrations: The Story of Steven; Experience of an Oakland Reader; Epidemic of Hurting Kids.

If You Want To Walk On Water, You've Got To Get Out Of The Boat.
· Answering the call to give hope to fatherless kids like Steven.
· Challenge of an Oakland School Superintendent.
· Birth of Faith Network of the East Bay.

How Creekside Is Setting At-Risk Kids In An Extended Family.
· Tutoring at Cox.
· Creekside Kids After School Program.
· Frontier Ranch and Camp O' Fun.

Testimony.
Kathy Greer.

Conclusion.
The Starfish Story.

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