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We do that while equipping the broader Navigator family to be more effective in reaching, discipling, and partnering with African Americans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The AFAM Network desires to connect, celebrate, and empower African Americans to contribute out of their unique God-given design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><em>\u201cIn my experience, the network has made a conscious effort to consider how we can become a life-giving family, not just a network striving toward shared goals and strategic objectives.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>In the midst of hard times, the AFAM family has reminded us that the DNA of discipleship is much more like a connected family than a network; and that\u2019s OK. My beloved friends, there is nothing quite like the family of God. This is family. 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