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It has been a busy year. I plan to blog more often in 09. Here are a few recent articles and videos that share my thoughts concerning ministry and leadership. Blessings!

http://www.lookuporlando.net/arto.asp
http://orlando.jobing.com/tag/arto%20woodley%20jr.

More to come later concerning my thoughts on urban ministry, education, youth, and leadership
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