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\"ChurchI’ve been mulling this idea around in my head for a long time (six years or so), and finally found someone who is doing it!<\/p>\n

Check out the video at this link:<\/p>\n

Forefront Church in Virginia Beach Meets in a Bar<\/h2>\n

The video is no longer online… Sorry! If anyone knows where this video can be found, can you let me know in the comments section below? It was back when Vince Antonucci was the lead pastor. Thanks.<\/p>\n

Until then, see my previous posts about this idea:<\/p>\n

Dirtbags in Montana<\/a><\/p>\n

St. Pete’s Church, Bar and Grill<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Forefront Church in Virginia Beach meets in a bar. 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