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Pastor, Imam & Rabbi Present "No Joke" In Springfield

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The Peoria Three

On Monday, a trio called The Peoria Three will present at the Hoogland Center for the Arts in Springfield. 

More info on how to attend, here. The group forged a friendship several years ago and have been sharing their story. A producer took interest, turning their cause into the No Joke Project, including a book, documentary, and live tour. Find out more about the project at the official website. We spoke with Springfield Pastor Brian Mills who helped coordinate the Springfield visit, and Evangelical Pastor Jim Powell, part of the interfaith trio:

Rachel Otwell of the Illinois Times is a former NPR Illinois reporter.
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