The Moth

My Grandfather's Shoes

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A preacher’s kid steals collection plate money from his grandfather. 

Tags Family Forgiveness Trust ond chance Relationships Legacy Faith Adversity Rebellion Possessions Serious Regretful Moving Tender Sad

Storyteller

Christian Garland

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Recorded Date

December 16, 2013

“I'm a preacher's kid. I grew up in the church. I swear I've only missed like 2 Sundays out of my whole 16 years of life.”

Photo by Jason Falchook
Christian Garland

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