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Office and Leasing Manager (Part-Time) Job Summary: Lydia’s House is seeking a Part-Time Office Manager (10-15 hours per week) to manage accounting, leasing and administrative tasks to support high-quality guest services and affordable housing for families leaving homelessness. Friendly demeanor and strong interpersonal skills are a must. Requirements: Higher education or certification in a related field (business, accounting) required; Preferred 3 years of experience in related position Experience using Quickbooks, or demonstrated ability to learn detailed computer programs Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel. Access is a plus! Ability to pass a pre-employment background screening Proven attention to

Awkward Social Encounters: A Recommendation

by Meridith Owensby I’ve been thinking about Jesus lately, about how lame and awkward his many shared meals must have been. How excited was Zacchaeus’ family to host the whole roaming band after Jesus announced they were coming to dinner? What did they discuss since their previous encounter had been tree-related? Not exactly the finest meet-cute. Or how about the jostling for position, to sit literally or figuratively on Jesus’ right? How embarrassing to have James and John’s mom show up (their MOM!) and ask for their promotion. You know everyone laughed at them while simultaneously thinking that they were