The Moth

First Communion

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David Smith overcomes his fear of taking communion.

Tags Christianity

Storyteller

David Smith

Featured on

Squaring Up

Original Air Date

October 9, 2026

Recorded Date

April 1, 2025

Location

Ann Arbor, MI

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