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Lutheran Mission Society By Chad Petri For BaltimoreStories.com The Lutheran Mission Society has been doing “The Lord’s Work” since 1905. For the people of Fells Point, LMS helps guide many through times of tumult and chaos. For some, it’s more than just a charity; it’s a way of life.

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Transcription of Interview - Larry Sigmon