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Biographies

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Award winning singer/ songwriter Jeremy Camp recounts his touching testimony of struggle, questioning, loss and re-found hope and healing.

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Twenty years after The Ragamuffin Gospel, Brennan Manning shares important memories and truth that will replenish your soul.

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Katie Davis is a young woman whose passion to serve took her from her comfortable life to a remote village in Uganda. Discover the difference one person can make.

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A young boy who emerges from lifesaving surgery with stories of heaven and who he met there, shares the message that heaven is real, Jesus really loves children and a battle is coming.

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Autistic since infancy, 13-year-old Elizabeth cannot speak, but she co-authored this book with her mother. Follow their spiritual journey as they move forward despite obstacles.

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“Great is the LORD! He is most worthy of praise! No one can measure his greatness.”

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Chai Ling, commander of the protesters at Tiananmen Square witnessed the massacre of thousands of Chinese civilians. On the run in China she eventually escaped to the U.S., where she encountered a formerly forbidden faith.

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Integrity and honor are elusive in a world that’s lost its moral compass, yet every man should strive to possess those qualities. Choose any of these books to discover God’s vision for you as a man of valor.

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With practical wisdom and meaningful quotes from athletes like Albert Pujols, Colt McCoy and Tamika Catchings, these thirty devotions lay out the game plan for being your best for God. Hard cover $14.99

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Michael Catt, pastor and executive producer of the anticipated film Courageous examines the courage shown by Biblical characters like Abraham, Nehemiah, Ruth and Paul.

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Courageous Randy Alcorn

Four police officers face a challenge that none of them are prepared to tackle…fatherhood. Randy Alcorn creates an action-packed novelization of the movie, Courageous.

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Psalm 9:9 “The LORD is a shelter for the oppressed, a refuge in The Resolution Print times of trouble.”

The same resolution signed by the men in the Courageous movie is now available for you to sign. Hold yourself accountable as you display it.

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Use this practical tool from pastor and father-of-four Jim McBride, to launch your children into lives of purpose.

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The Resolution Accept your responsibilities before God and fulfill His specific calling on your life. Be determined about it and live out your resolution.

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Study Dave Ramsey’s realworld, championship playbook for businesses. Equip your team and your business for success and reach the goals you set, with integrity!

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NEW The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace Gary Chapman and Paul White

Apply the love language concept to your workplace. Effectively communicate appreciation to your employees, which could result in higher job satisfaction and decreased burnout.

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You’ve set appropriate boundaries. Now Dr. John Townsend helps you discover when to trust again and how to safely grow your most intimate relationships.

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Inspirational Apparel Express your faith with All Things Are Possible or Jesus Christ King of Kings.

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NEW I Never Thought I’d See the Day! Dr. David Jeremiah

Signs of cultural decay abound. But, we can reverse this downward spiral—by fully returning to God, one person at a time—with our whole heart and life.

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A straightforward approach to the challenges of teen life—with his and her perspectives. Topics like insecurities, sex and more are examined through a Christian worldview.

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Jesus Chosen from writings across the centuries, this collection of devotional thoughts from the greatest Christian minds who wrote about Jesus will draw you closer to the Savior.

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Chan’s new ten-week in-depth study of God’s character will help you embrace God’s intense, transforming love.

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NEW How Great Is Our God Gain a deeper understanding of God’s character through 312 inspiring readings from some of the greatest thinkers of the last century, including A.W. Tozer, Chuck Colson and J.I. Packer.

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John Piper

With great sensitivity, Piper shows the extent of racism, reveals our common bloodline, and Scripturally demonstrates how only the light of the Gospel can penetrate this destructive sin.

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NEW Daily Declarations for Spiritual Warfare

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Tackle challenges with spiritual power— God’s authority. Dr. Tony Evans, conveys how to fight the battle against chemical, sexual, emotional and relational strongholds.

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Equip yourself with God’s power and receive the daily inspiration, understanding and direction you’ll need to stay spiritually prepared for whatever battles you face.

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Pastor and bestselling author, John Hagee provides powerful insight into Biblical prophecy and how events of our day align with End Time signs.

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Did God stop speaking or did we stop listening? Find out what happens when a nonreligious businessman learns to tune into God’s voice... then dares to obey it.

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NEW With Skye Jethani

We will never understand the core of Christian life or grasp the freedom Christ intends until we restore the connection for which we were created: to be WITH God. Soft cover $15.99

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Youth expert Jared Herd comes alongside anyone who has drifted from faith to re-engage them with the truth they long to hear.

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A rich recounting of the story of a God who has been inviting all of humanity, and each individual, into his tender embrace since time began.

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Classic Candles These fragrant 6.5 oz. jar candles burn approximately 50 hours and are gift-boxed for easy giving. Choose from Faithfulness or Gentleness.

Jar Candle $12.99 each

1 Corinthians 1:25 “This foolish plan of God is wiser than the wisest of human plans, and God’s weakness is stronger than the greatest of human strength.”

Peace Collection Candles Enjoy the calming aromas and Scriptures of these beautifully packaged candles. The clean-burning 8.5 oz. jar candle burns for 60 hours and the 3.75 oz. candle for 30 hours.

Tin Candle 5.99 | Jar Candle $22.99 Scripture Wall Plaques Replace some of the handwritten memory verses plastered throughout your home with simple, wooden wall plaques and display God’s Word for all to see.

8.25” x 2.75” $8.99 each 19” x 2” $23.99

Song Sonnet Wind Chime As the wind blows, hear the rich tones sing. Tuned to the key of Our God is An Awesome God, the words are inscribed on each chime. 40” tall.

Value Price $57.99

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NEW Tag Wall Decor Exclusively Ours Dress up your home with this modern-look, 11” x 23.75” wall tag featuring Psalm 118:14.

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$ 97 NEW Sermons of Jesus Exclusively Ours A collection of memorable sermons of Jesus read from The Message. While supplies last.

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GoBible Traveler, NIV The easy-to-use audio GoBible Traveler is about the size of a business card and fully loaded with both Old and New Testaments.

Also comes in KJV. MP3 $59.95

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GoBibles NKJV, Word of Promise The Original GoBible is preloaded with a full audio presentation of the NKJV Word of Promise Bible, dramatized by actors with music and sound effects.

The Voyager also includes 3GB of space, rechargeable battery and voice menu for sight impaired. Also comes in NIV and KJV. Original MP3 $89.95 Voyager MP3 $109.95

Jennie Allen NEW Stuck: A DVD-Based Study Jennie Allen

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Brokenness, anger, fear and sadness. These ‘stuck places’ are familiar to us. Stuck will help you wrestle with Scripture and discover the God who sets you free! Perfect for women’s Bible studies, or even personal use. Participant’s Guide also available.

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A normal girl trying to figure out an invisible God

Experience the Bible in a New Way The Story For All Ages Perfect for reading individually or together as a family or church! Experience the Bible as one continuous story, revealing God’s great love affair with humanity. Condensed into 31 accessible chapters, it’s arranged chronologically from Genesis to Revelation with selections from the New International Version and short transitions taking you from story to story. There is a version for everyone in the family.

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18 all-new songs by Dove AwardWinners Nichole Nordeman & Bernie Herms with a stellar line-up of artists.

Includes the single, I Am With You.

The Story: Teen Edition Soft cover $14.99

The Story for Kids Soft cover $9.99

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Open your eyes to God’s masterful design unfolding in the lives of Biblical characters and the joy that comes as you align your story with God’s.

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NEW God’s Story, Your Story Max Lucado

See how your life story is part of God’s grand, overarching narrative.

Select Max Lucado’s original book for adults or his newest book tailored for youth.

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NEW NIV Life Application Study Bible If you wonder what God’s Word means for your life today, this Bible is perfect for you! Thousands of insightful notes will help you live out your faith in practical ways.

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Black Bonded Leather $69.99

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Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps & Time Lines With more than 180 pages of full-color reproducible Bible charts, maps, illustrations and time lines, this bestseller will enrich your Bible study and understanding.

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Rose Book of Bible Charts Volume 2 More than 230 pages of full color, reproducible Bible charts in one book! A $130 value.

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NEW Common English Bible Compact Thin Edition Both accurate and easy to read, this new, reliable translation was worked on by over 100 scholars.

Highly portable, it’s thinner than 1 inch.

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Bibles / Reference NEW Life Application Study Bible, NLT Today’s No.1-selling study Bible is like having your pastor with you when you read the Bible. 10,000 life application notes help you apply God’s Word to every situation.

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Rose Book of Bible & Christian History Timelines This spectacular 20-foot timeline reveals 6,000 years of history from Adam through today including hundreds of historical facts, key people, events and dates from Bible and Christian history.

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Outreach Kit $99.00 Thank you for buying local.

Student’s Life Application Study Bible, Personal Size, NLT Designed for teens, this Bible answers common questions, gives solid advice, explores everyday morality, and stays real with first-person stories from teens.

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Not A Fan.

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The Bait of Satan, 10th Anniversary Edition

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Mandie and the Forgotten Christmas DVD $22.95

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Jesus Calling Sarah Young

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NEW A Marriage for Meghan

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Heaven Is For Real Todd Burpo with Lynn Vincent

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NEW Choosing to See Mary Beth Chapman with Ellen Vaughn

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The American Patriot’s Bible, NKJV Hard cover $39.99

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NEW The Cause within You Matthew Barnett with George Barna

NLT Study Bible Black/Vintage White TuTone $69.99

Life Application Study Bible, NLT Tan/Brown TuTone $69.99

Chronological Study Bible, NKJV Hard cover $44.99

NEW The Baker Illustrated Bible Handbook Hard cover $39.99

Love Comes Softly

Somewhere to Belong

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Judith Miller

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A Measure of Mercy

The Centurion’s Wife

Embers of Love

The Thorn

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Davis Bunn and Janette Oke

Tracie Peterson

Beverly Lewis

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The Courage To Love DVD $14.99

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Sarah Palin’s Alaska DVD $19.99

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What’s in the Bible: In the Beginning DVD $14.99

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Seeds of Faith Jewelry Wear your faith with this silver plated jewelry, each showcasing a tiny mustard seed. Backing Cards quote Matthew 17:20.

F. Cross Lapel Pin $5.99 | G. Heart Necklace $11.99 H. Circle/Faith Bracelet $11.99

Celebrate Life Collection Honor those who have battled with breast cancer by wearing or carrying one of these inspirational pink-ribbon pieces.

B. Lapel Pin $4.99 | C. Pendant $6.99 | D. Pocket Token $1.49 E. Key Ring $4.99

Inspirational Mugs Perk up your morning with these inspirational mugs. Choose from Faith, Grace, Love or Hope.

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Inspirational Prints Set your home apart with this lovely inspirational wall art. Choose from a variety of affordable prints. Selection and sizes may vary.

E. Value Price $29.99 each SALE $24.97 each 2012 Calendars Help someone prepare for the year with a gift of a calendar.

Choose from Country Churches, For God So Loved the World or VeggieTales Wall Calendars.

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Sworn to Protect

Almost Heaven

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Motorcycles, Sushi and One Strange Book Nancy Rue

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The Reluctant Prophet

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Nancy Rue

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Cross paths with characters facing painful choices, abandonment and shame. Set in the 13th century, this trilogy reflects the timeless human drama of learning to accept God’s grace.

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Erin Healy

Lis Wiehl with Pete Nelson

Resurrecting a failing bakery is the family’s attempt at restoration after Audrey’s husband, a pastor, loses his job. Unfortunately, a disappearance and an unstable detective stand in their way.

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A local celebrity and a forensic psychiatrist seek answers to a teen murder case with strange, perhaps supernatural, twists. They soon realize there’s more to this mystery than murder.

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Carny Sullivan is determined to reveal Logan Brisco’s selfish intentions before his promise to the townspeople for a cut in a giant amusement park sucks Serenity dry.

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Vanessa, a victim of her stepfather’s advances, gets whisked off to safety by an honorable ranch foreman. Journey with them as they look to God for healing and hope.

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Set aside time to absorb singer Mark Shultz’s novella based on his awardwinning song Letters from War—-about a mother’s unwavering hope, courage and steadfast prayers.

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NEW Love Finds You in Sunset Beach, Hawaii

“God’s voice is glorious in the thunder. We can’t even imagine the greatness of his power.”

Robin Jones Gunn

Sierra and Jordan came to Sunset Beach looking for different things. But as the surf pounds the North Shore, will they discover something better than either of them had imagined?

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NEW House of Secrets Tracie Peterson

While visiting their childhood summer house, three sisters revisit past recollections of an ill mother and their father’s desperate choice. Should their earlier vow of silence still stand?

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NEW Always the Wedding Planner, Never the Bride Sandra D. Bricker

Making sure wedding events run smoothly is a piece of cake for wedding planner Sherilyn, but her own wedding plans may be crumbling.

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NEW The Wedding Kiss Hannah Alexander

When Keara and Elam share their first kiss on their wedding day, a marriage of convenience becomes much less convenient! Discover what God really has in store for them.

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NEW Love on the Line Deeanne Gist

A Texas Ranger, working undercover to infiltrate a gang of train robbers, gets assigned as a ‘telephone repairman’ to assist a headstrong, rural switchboard operator.

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NEW Wings of a Dream Anne Mateer

Rebekah hopes to marry a dashing aviator and fulfill her dreams for a glamorous life beyond her family’s farm, when the Spanish flu epidemic interrupts and changes everything.

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$ 99 NEW A Harvest of Hearts Laura V. Hilton

Matthew leaves Lancaster County farmland to live temporarily with the Stoltzfus family. Conflict ensues when a friendship blossoms between he and their prodigal daughter, Shanna.

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NEW The Measure of Katie Calloway Serena Miller

Katie flees her violent husband and finds work as a lumber camp cook. Can she survive the harsh winter and keep her past hidden from the camp owner she’s growing to love?

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NEW A Time for Peace Barbara Cameron

After the discovery of a long-lost letter from her father, Jenny’s sense of peace is destroyed by betrayal. Can she renew her faith and find peace once again?

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Christmas Gifts

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NEW Stories to Warm the Heart at Christmas Snuggle up, get cozy and immerse yourself in this collection of real-life stories from Guideposts. The potpourri of topics offers comfort and a renewed spirit for all ages.

Soft cover $14.99

EXCERPTONLINE NEW The Christmas Shoppe Melody Carlson

A gyspy-like woman opens a junky shop causing an uproar.

But as curious townsfolk visit her shop, they discover that old memories can bring healing.

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NEW Remembering Christmas NEW A Lancaster County Christmas

Dan Walsh

After a family emergency, Rick reluctantly helps at the family bookstore. His lovely coworker and the quirky patrons help him remember the true meaning of Christmas.

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Suzanne Woods

A winter storm blows a couple into the Riehl’s home on Christmas Eve—just as they take in the disappointment that no new baby is on the way.

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NEW WOW Christmas (2011)

NEW The Heart of Christmas

NEW Christmas in Diverse City

NEW Oh For Joy

Various Artists

Matthew West

TobyMac

David Crowder*Band

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NEW Hope is Born Various Artists

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Celebrate the birth of Christ with this hour-long collection of new and favorite songs celebrating everything that brings us joy each Christmas season. Features Rachel Lampa, The Katinas, Scott Krippayne and more. Featuring the worship song, Hope is Born.

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$ 97 NEW 101 Things Jesus Has Done For You Take a moment to reflect on the great things Jesus has done.

Combining Scripture, quotes and brief meditations, this little book will remind you of His love now and through the year.

Hard cover $9.99

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Adore Him Ornament Set Share the peace of Christmas with your neighbors and friends.

Give this set of 14 cheerful 3” ornaments, adorned with the names of Jesus. Beautifully packaged.

Value Price $29.99

Happy Birthday Jesus Ceramic Gifts Throw a birthday party for Jesus. The hand-painted ceramic platter is 11 ¼” in diameter, the plate is 8 1/2” in diameter and the festive mug holds 18 oz. Microwavable and dishwasher safe.

Mug or Plate $12.99 each | Platter $19.99 Thank you for buying local.

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Boxed Christmas Cards Send Christmas cards that honor Christ and get them out early this year.

Value Price $9.99 to $18.99 each

Holiday Evening Memories Thomas Kinkade captures the joy of Christmas in this delightful gift collection…a snow globe, boxed cards with 18 cards and the 11” x 13” print.

Boxed Cards $14.99 | Snow Globe $29.99 | Framed Print $39.99

Pave’ Christmas Pins Give a gift with a Christmas message! Stash a few of these reasonably-priced, gift-boxed, Christmas pins away now.

Value Price $9.99 each

Advent...Countdown to Jesus Birth

Nativity Advent Candleholder Announce the coming of Jesus with this crownshaped, resin Nativity Advent Candleholder. 7” diameter.

Value Price $22.99 Candles not included.

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Nativity Scene Felt Advent Calendar Countdown to Jesus’ birth! The Nativity scene will unfold before your family’s eyes as they place a velcro piece on the calendar each day of advent. 29” tall, includes 24 pieces.

Value Price $19.99

National Collection Week November 14-21

Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected

and shipped millions of shoebox gifts to children in difficult circumstances around the world.

Start a family tradition with this hands-on mission project.

Fill a shoebox with life-changing books and toys, then top it off with school supplies, toiletries, etc.

Moved by an orphaned Rwandan girl singing Jesus Loves Me, Ruth Bell Graham inspired the creation of these cuddly musical lambs to bring comfort to children around the world.

Operation Christmas Child Plush Lamb This cuddly lamb plays Jesus Loves Me. Value Price $4.99

the power of

A Simple Gift facebook.com/OCCshoeboxes

twitter.com/OCC_shoeboxes

find out the destination of your shoe box by making a donation at samaritanspurse.org/occ

Noah’s Ark Puzzle 100-piece floor puzzle by Melissa and Doug, is made of cardboard 20% thicker than most puzzles, with an easy-clean surface that measures over 4’ when complete.

Value Price $12.99

Revelation 1:8

Noah’s Ark Wooden Shape Sorter Develop their fine motor and matching skills. Melissa and Doug, wooden ark has flip-open doors, 26 animals (in pairs of course!), plus Noah and his wife. 12.7” L x 8.2” H. Value Price $29.99

“‘I am the Alpha and the Omega—the beginning and the end,’ says the Lord God. ‘I am the one who is, who always was, and who is still to come—the Almighty One.’”

We’re locally owned and operated.

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Kids

Veggie-Filled Fun! Watch a video on your smartphone or online

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NEW The Little Drummer Boy VeggieTales

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This Christmas, the Little Drummer Boy leads the way to the Nativity—and discovers hope, joy and a gift he can give the King!

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Princess and the Popstar

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Farm-living Princess Poppyseed and pop star Vanna Banana pull a switch-a-roo in this new Veggie movie about how God has uniquely and lovingly designed each of us.

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NEW VeggieTales DVDs VeggieTales

Kids will love these collections of 3 great Veggie stories. Each has over 70 minutes of fun!

DVD $14.99 each

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NEW VeggieTales Costumes Kids will love dressing up as their favorite Veggie characters, Bob and Larry.

Value Price $19.99 each

VeggieTales: Princess Castle Playset Bring hours of royal fun and imagination to playtimes! Castle opens up and features Prince Larry, Princess Petunia, Bob, Junior and Laura plus dining furniture. Size: 17”W x 16”H. Value Price $29.99

NEW Veggie Christmas Favorites VeggieTales

Now your kids can watch four Christmas stories…The Toy That Saved Christmas, Christmas Song Sing-aLong, The Star of Christmas and St Nicholas, A Story of Joyful Giving.

2-DVD Set $19.99

Storybooks/DVDs

Entertainment You Can Trust

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NEW Our House Our House is the place to have fun, play and learn about God! Join Higher Ground and neighborhood kids as they sing, create, dance and learn from God’s word!

3-DVD Set $29.95

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The Barber Who Wanted to Pray R.C. Sproul

R.C. Sproul’s beautifully illustrated story teaches children to pray from the Bible.

Hard cover $17.99

The Innkeeper John Piper

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Enhance your family time with John Piper’s timeless tale of Jesus’ birth .

Hard cover $19.99

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$ 97 NEW Journey To Paradise As two broken people start to develop a promising relationship, a secret comes between them. Will Christmas, the season of rebirth and miracles be enough to heal their two hearts?

DVD $19.95 Thank you for buying local.

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NEW Heaven Is Waiting From director Michael Flynn comes a lighthearted, faith-based, romantic comedy about a widower and his matchmaking daughter that will lift your spirits and bring joy to your heart.

DVD $22.95

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DVD $22.95

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New Solo CD by Sanctus Real Lead Singer Pieces of a Real Heart Sanctus Real

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Sanctus Real retains their rock edge but incorporates more diverse musical instruments as heard on the single Forgiven.

VIDEOONLINE NEW Every Falling Tear Matt Hammitt

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Sanctus Real frontman, Matt Hammit, pitches a solo album with songs that comfort those in the midst of tragedy— written and inspired by the story of his son Bowen.

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NEW The Ultimate Collection

VIDEOONLINE NEW Vice Verses

Big Daddy Weave

Switchfoot

Lead singer/guitarist Jon Foreman describes VICE VERSES “as a record of tension and release and an attempt to describe the polarity of the human experience.”

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Big Daddy Weave’s new release includes 15-songs featuring the band’s biggest radio hits and fan favorites, plus their brand-new single Love Come To Life.

Releasing October 18

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NEW Come To The Well

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Casting Crowns

Various Artists

Casting Crown’s first studio album in two years is based on the story of Jesus and the woman at the well. Features the hit single Courageous from the upcoming movie, COURAGEOUS.

WOW is back with all the year’s best songs and artists on Christian radio including Matthew West, Chris Tomlin, Mandisa, Toby Mac, Casting Crowns and Francessca Battistelli.

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NEW The Old Rugged Cross and Tent Revival Homecoming Bill & Gloria Gaither

With sawdust floors, a canvas canopy and songs that recapture the spirit of the tent revivals of the 1950s and 1960s, these DVDs feature more than 140 of gospel music’s most beloved artists.

DVD $19.99 each

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Psalm 135:5 “I know the greatness of the LORD—that our Lord is greater than any other god.”

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Top 25 Praise Songs: 2012

God Is Able

Various Artists

Hillsong LIVE

The renowned Top 25 series is back with the epic annual collection showcasing the top praise songs being sung in churches across America.

Eleven new worship songs like Rise, The Cry of the Broken and God is Able are on this new album. DVD also available.

Includes airfare and cruise for two.

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