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At Home in Mitford invites readers into the sleepy North Carolina town of Mitford, where Father Timothy Kavanagh, an Episcopalian priest, navigates the rhythms of parish life with kindness and wit. The book follows Father Tim as he engages with a varied cast of townsfolk, offering support, counsel, and a good laugh. As each chapter unfolds, readers witness the gentle interplay of faith, friendship, and domestic matters that shape this close‑knit community.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Christian Fiction/Contemporary Christian Fiction
Authors: Jan Karon
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