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@@ -9,5 +9,5 @@ The translation team will edit the translation so that the leadership of these c
 
 The authentic assessment rubric will be used to guide this process. Specific steps for level 3 checking are available at Level 3. 
 
-Level 3 is completed when the translation has been thoroughly checked and approved by the leadership (or their delegates) of at least two church networks. 
+Level 3 is completed when the translation has been thoroughly checked and affirmed by the leadership (or their delegates) of at least two church networks.