Connections Bookstore Spring Catalog

Thank you for supporting our neighbor’s during this pandemic by shopping at St. Luke’s UMC Connections Books & Gifts.

Spring 2020

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Help our neighbors in immediate need while sending joy to your family and friends. Make a connection while keeping the necessary social distancing by ordering a gift from Connections Books & Gifts Spring Catalog. Gifts will be delivered locally or shipped USPS nationally. If you need a gift for a mother, father, graduate, confirmand check us out! Also, think of us for birthdays, sympathy, or encouragement of your loved ones.

Please consider ordering from our catalog.

All profits from these gift sales go to assist people in our community experiencing food and necessity needs during the current COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 40% of your purchase goes directly to this cause!

Procedure for Safe Delivery: All gift orders will be taken over the phone by a St Luke’s Connections Books & Gift Store volunteer.

For items delivered in the Indianapolis area: All COVID-19 precautions will be followed. A volunteer wearing a mask and gloves will deliver the gift. The gift will be left at the front door and the volunteer will depart so that safe-distancing is maintained.

For items being mailed outside the Indianapolis area: We are able to mail your gifts USPS Priority Mail for a charge of $10 - $20, depending on the size of the gift.

To Purchase: • Scroll through the selection of gifts below. The prices include an enclosure note, tax and delivery fees.

• Write down the number of the gift(s) you want to purchase.

• Have the delivery address(es) and phone numbers of the people you are sending the gift(s) to and your credit card information handy.

• Place your order by calling St Luke’s volunteers Terri Nix 317-460-8811 or Susan Fuquay 317-495-5582 between the hours of 9AM and 9PM. • Your order will be processed and delivered within 48 hours or at a later date if desired.

Thank you for helping our neighbors in need by shopping St. Luke’s Connection’s Spring Catalog.

Gift Number 1 – $37.45

A Mother’s Love • Love Lives In A Mother’s Heart 100% cotton 17 x 22” kitchen towel • Silver tone boxed charm bracelet: Quality plated brass. Lead and nickel free. Charms include tree of life, heart and wing.

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Gift Number 2 – $37.45

Mom: My Best Friend • We laugh, we cry we make time fly. Best friends we are my Mom and I. 100% cotton 17 x 22” kitchen towel • Blue iridescent hand crafted ring bowl (3.5”d x .5”h) with Mom written in gold.

• Bicycle crew socks, cotton blend

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Gift Number 3 – $42.80

Love Makes a Family • Boxed ceramic stoneware candy bowl with spoon (Bowl 5” diameter, spoon 5.5” long.) Microwave/dishwasher safe.

• Coordinating 100% cotton tea towel which says Love Makes A Family

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Gift Number 4 – $53.75

Butterflies are Beautiful • Hardbound Beautiful Butterfly Journal • Top-zip “Be the Change” Butterfly makeup bag • Stunning Pilgrim Imports Butterfly ornament.

Gift Number 5 – $42.80

Free Spirit • Free Spirit Tote with Leather Handles • “Be the Change” Cosmetic Bag with top zip • “Free Spirit” Cotton Socks.

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Prayer Stone 6

The 4”x2.5” piece of stone is crafted from Jerusalem stone and sits on a wooden easel. The inscription reads Never underestimate what lies within you for just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, it became a butterfly.

Item is gift boxed.

Gift Number 7 – $29.96

Butterfly Appetizer Plate

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A flock of butterflies plate with spreader. Stoneware ceramic with stainless steel spreader. 6”x6” Dishwasher safe. Item is gift boxed.

Gift Number 8 – $29.96

Butterfly Dip Bowl

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• A flock of butterflies stoneware dip bowl (4.5”d x 5”h) with bamboo spoon. Bowl is dishwasher safe, spoon hand wash. Item is gift boxed.

• Butterfly Swedish wash towel brings fun to clean up

Gift Number 9 – $25.68

Happy Heart

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• Hummingbird ornament with “Happy Heart”(4hx3.75”w x3.75) charm in heavy acrylic. Available in yellow, green and pink.

• Pink iridescent hand crafted ring bowl (3.5”d x .5”h) with Joy written in gold.

Gift Number 10 – $29.96

Hummingbird Appetizer Plate A Hummingbird Stoneware ceramic plate(6”x6”) with stainless steel spreader.

Dishwasher safe. Item is gift

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boxed.

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Gift Number 11 – $29.96 Birds On A Wire A stoneware ceramic tray (.5hx10”wx5”d) with birds and a bamboo spatula. Tray is dishwasher safe, hand wash spatula. Item is gift

boxed.

Gift Number 12 – $32.10

Cardinal Ornament and Mug

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• Cardinal ornament (Heavy acrylic 3”h x5”w x 4 3/4”) with Always Near charm.

• Spring cardinal stoneware mug (4”h x 3.5”w x 3.5”) Microwave and dishwasher safe.

Gift Number 13 – $42.80

Spring Cardinal Set • Stoneware dip bowl (2”w x 4”d x5”h) with bamboo spoon. Bowl is dishwasher safe, hand wash spoon. Item is gift boxed.

• Cardinal themed kitchen towel and oven mitt set. 100% cotton and machine washable.

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Gift Number 14 – $29.96

Cardinal Appetizer Plate Stoneware ceramic plate (1”h x 6”w x 6”d) with stainless steel spreader. Dishwasher safe. Item is gift boxed.

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Flower Pot Mug with Blessings Cards • Flower Pot Mug with saucer and cute spade. For sipping coffee or planting seeds – take your pick. Included is a matching saucer which can double as a lid to keep your beverage hot. Silver metal mini-spade is engraved with Scripture and heart Let your heart rejoice. – I Chronicles 16:10. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Mug is gift boxed.

Choose from the following colors: Lime: “Friends are Blossoms in the Garden of Life” Blue: “Bloom Where You are Planted” Violet: “A blessed few have a Mom like you” Purple: “Love is the fairest of the flowers in Gods garden” Aqua: “Plant Faith, Grow Hope, Harvest Love” Rose: “God’s Love Grows Here” • Box of blessing cards included

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Gift Number 16 – $28.89

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Beautiful Inspirational Bracelets A. The Giving Bracelet with Crosses: The crosses on this bracelet represent moments you are being thought of, loved and prayed for‌ B. The Giving Bracelet with Hearts: The hearts on this bracelet represent moments you are being thought of and loved.

The Journey Prayer Bracelet has a two tone cross charm and seven beaded strands to represent every day of the week. A steal bead helps you remember to focus on God, Family, Friends, Health, Safety, Our World and Requests.

C. Turquoise D. Grey All bracelets are gift boxed.

Gift Number 17 – $32.10

Bee Yourself • Earth Angel Bee Happy boxed charm bracelet in silver tone.

Nickel and lead free. Bracelet has Bee charm, Tree of Life charm, and Angel Wing charm, plus beautiful poem.

• Bee Happy crew socks in cotton blend

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Gift Number 18 – $32.10

Brighten a Friend’s Day • “You are the Sunshine that brightens my Day” wooden plaque • Swedish Dish Cloth • “Friendship is about finding people who are your kind of CRAZY” tea towel.

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Gift Number 19 – $26.75

Stay Pawsitive – For the Dog Lover!

• Recycled carryall with zipper. Made from recycled plastic bottles.

• “Stay Paws-itive!” 80-page journal • Darling Dog Ankle Socks (cotton blend)

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Gift Number 20 – $26.75

Keep a Pawsitive Attitude – Cat Lovers Delight!

• Recycled Carryall with zipper.

Made from recycled plastic bottles.

• A Purr-fect Day! 80-page notebook • Cat Hair short comfy socks (cotton blend)

Gift Number 21 – $35.31

Fashionable Spring Poncho

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Amazing fabric! Feels like cashmere.

Once you feel it, you won’t believe it! One size fits most, light weight 100% acrylic. Washable. Perfect for a spring evening!

Choose your favorite color: Apple Green, Dove Grey, Fuchsia, Pink, Royal Blue, White, Black or Red.

Gift Number 22 – $48.15

Spring Smartphone Cross Body or Wristlet

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Genuine leather smartphone case (fits up to iPhone 8) with RFID lining. Detachable wrist strap and 25” shoulder strap. Exterior ID window and side pocket (4”x 7” x 1”) Available in: Black, Grey, Walnut Brown, Purple, Royal Blue, Orange, Hot Pink, Moss Green and Yellow

Gift Number 23 – $53.15

Spring Cross Body

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Leather organizer on a strap with RFID blocking lining. Strap can be knotted inside and shortened to any length. 31-inch drop. Exterior front, side and back zip pockets. Interior ID window and credit card slots under flap. (5.5” x 8”) Available in: Black, Black/Toffee, Red (pictured), Cool Tropical Blues/ Greens (pictured), Saddle Brown (pictured), Palm Beach (pink/green brights), and Black with Brights (pictured).

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The Eyes Have It! Leather Eye Glass Case and Credit Card Holder Set, RFID blocking on credit card cast.

Available in: Spring Brights, Black and White, Red/Black.

Gift Number 25 – $35.31

Proverbs 31:25

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• Pink faux leather journal with gold print: “She is clothed with strength and dignity” Each lined journal page has a scripture at the bottom.

• My comfort angel is a boxed resin cross with comforting words.

Perfect to hold in your hand for prayer, bringing comfort, peace and calm.

Gift Number 26 – $37.45

Angels Promise • Angel ornament holding a silver plated heart in heavy acrylic. 4”h • Earth Angel “Faithful” silver tone charm necklace. Charms include a tree of life, dove and angel wing.

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Gift Number 27 – $32.10

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Gift of Love • Kindness boxed charm bracelet in silver tone. Nickel and lead free.

Bracelet has heart, tree of life and angel wing charms with beautiful poem.

• Angel bell – 4” tall. Stainless steel with silver coating.

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Gift Number 28 – $107.00

The Gift of Angels Pair of 20” and 24” angels to add elegance to your home or garden.

Wings and skirt are embossed with beautiful patterns and nickel plated for brightness. Every time you look at these beautiful angels you’ll be reminded of God’s presence.

Gift Number 29 – $47.08

Driftwood cross Stunning Driftwood wall cross from Ganz. Great gift for wedding, confirmation or graduation. 21”h.

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Gift Number 30 – $46.01

Gift of Comfort 30

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Large “Softly Said” Blanket, overflowing with softness, warmth and comfort. 50”x65”, 100% acrylic with faux leather patch.

Blankets available (choose one): • “Praying for You” • “Here for You” Gift Number 31 – $44.94 Bundled in Love This cuddly warm baby blanket comes with a hang tag that reads: Whenever you need a little comfort, a little safe, a little brave, cuddle this blanket and snuggle up tight and know you are bundled in love. Perfect for a new born or a baptism gift. 40 x 27, Polyester; machine washable.

Gift Number 32 – $26.75

Stephan Baby Plush Angel Doll

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Sweet angel doll measures 13.75” tall.

Special features include sparkly silver wings, a dress with a shimmering skirt and silver top, silver shoes and yarn hair tied up with a silver ribbon. All-embroidered accents for your little one’s safety.

Gift Number 33 – $53.50

Good Night Prayer Bear

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Encourage your little one to begin their nightly prayers. Press the button on his foot and watch as he bows his head and listen as he says his night time prayers.

Prayers include: Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep, The Our Father, and God Hear My Prayer. Plays Jesus Loves Me for 5 minutes and then automatically shuts off.

Gift Number 34 – $25.68

Kneeling Prayer Bear Gunds adorable bedtime bear recites the Now I Lay me Down to Sleep prayer.

Batteries included – 10”h.

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Gift Number 35 – $48.15

Flappy the Elephant (GUND) Little ones love Flappy the Elephant! He sings and has two different play modes left foot plays an interactive game of peeka-boo, right foot plays the song Do Your Ears Hang Low. Ears move and flap during play. Batteries included.

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Gift Number 36 – $26.75

Give two of Rob Fuquay’s Inspirational Books The God We Can Know: Exploring the “I Am” Sayings of Jesus One by one, Jesus’ statements grab our imagination, reveal more about his identity and purpose, and connect us to the God of Moses, who spoke the first “I Am.” These significant yet ordinary images (bread, light, shepherd, vine, and more) give us insightful ways to experience Jesus and point us to a God who wants to be known.

Which Way, Lord? Exploring Your Life’s Purpose in the Journeys of Paul Discover how to discern and follow God’s leading, explore ways God can use you and your life experience, respond to God’s signals, endure hardships and doubts, and persevere with hope and faith.

Gift Number 37 – $37.45

Take the Flag by Rob Fuquay Take the Flag - following God’s signals in the race of your life.

• A book and DVD offering guidance and direction to understand God’s signals about the race of life.

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Gift Number 38 – $32.10

Calling Graduates

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• Jesus calling for Graduates: 150 Devotions inspired from Sarah Young’s bestselling devotional “Jesus Calling” • Olive wood hand carved comfort cross from Bethlehem.

Gift Number 39 – $37.45

Devotional and Scripture Stone for Desk Top Jesus Always: A 365-day devotional from the author of Jesus Calling!, Young shares gentle words of hope and assurance and encourages you to embrace the gladness found in the Lord. (Imitation Leather) Small Scripture Stone: This unique marble is quarried in the mountains east of the ancient city of Ephesus, then handcrafted and distressed by artisans in the United States.

Gift Number 40 – $32.10

Great gift for men of all ages

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Soul Fuel: Bear Grylls, adventurer, survivalist, and TV celebrity, shares some of his most exciting exploits and the spiritual insights he gained along the way in this unique 365-day devotional. Each section explores a theme Bear has lived, including purpose, courage, freedom, and risk.

Jeremiah 29:11 Desktop Scripture Stone: This unique marble is quarried in the mountains east of the ancient city of Ephesus, then handcrafted and distressed by artisans in the United States.

Total includes personal note, gift bag, tax and delivery.

Gift Number 41 – $26.75

Faith Encouragement for Men Men’s Devotional: Every day for an entire year, you’ll find a brief reading on one of the great passages of scripture--addressing themes of God, Jesus, heaven, love, miracles, wisdom, and much, much more.

Each entry is designed to give you peace and hope for daily living.

Bookmark: Soft faux leather bookmark with debossed Scripture verse; The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

Lamentations 3:22-23.

Total includes personal note, gift bag, tax and delivery.

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Gift Number 42 – $53.50

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Premium Full Grain Leather Bible Cover (fits most large Study Bibles) Olive wood hand-carved Comfort Cross from Bethlehem Total includes personal note, gift bag, tax and delivery.