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Global, vibrant, ever-changing
“New York City is a global, vibrant, ever-changing city,” notes Timothy Bourman, pastor at Sure Foundation, Woodside, Queens, N.Y. The same words could be used to describe Sure Foundation.
“I regularly describe our ministry as a holy mess,” says Bourman. “It is often messy, chaotic, and fast-moving, but God is in it. . . ." Keep reading . . .
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WELS' only church in New York City is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2025. Hear from the pastors who have served Sure Foundation, Woodside, Queens, NY:
Read more about Sure Foundation's ministry.