Good News
Inspirational products for Christmas 2013 Pioneer Christmas Collection
Lauraine Snelling, Margaret Brownley, Kathleen Fuller, Vickie McDonough & others
6x9” Softcover, 450 pages. ..........................................................................15.95
Twice Loved
Wanda E. Brunstetter
When Bev, a young widow, is shown surprising kindness by her new employer during the Christmas season after WWII, she is unsure how to react. After his wife’s death, Dan Fisher dutifully maintains her used toy shop and closes his heart to ever loving another woman, until he is drawn to Bev and her young daughter. Will their relationship turn into love? Includes recipes and handcrafts from the 1940s.
5x7” Hardcover................................. 13.95
Dawn of Christmas Cindy Woodsmall
Sadie enjoys her freedom during mission trips to Peru, but her Amish family insists she settle down. So, she and Levi, a heartbroken bachelor who distrusts women, devise a plan to keep their families from meddling. As their walls break down, can they let go of prejudices, learn to trust, and embrace a future together?
5x8” Hardcover. Author of the Amish Vines & Orchards series................... 15.95
Amish White Christmas Pie Wanda Brunstetter
Abandoned by his father, Will Henderson was raised by an Amish couple. Now he’s about to marry Karen Yoder, but is having second thoughts. Can he overcome the bitterness of his past to secure his future? And, can Karen break through the barrier around his heart to find happily-ever-after with a recipe for White Christmas pie?
Softcover. New cover!................................. 15.95
now only 5.95!
Mistletoe Memories
Lisa Karon Richardson, Gina Welborn, Jennifer AlLee & Carla Olson Gade
Four generations transform a house into a home for Christmas. First, Stephan Yost builds a home for a precocious spinster. Her daughter, Civil War widow Mary Ann gives an orphaned girl a place to stay. Then, granddaughter Olympia must protect the orphanage she grew up in. Finally, Joy turns to a modern-day Scrooge to save a transitional home for foster kids.
Four historical novellas in one volume ............................................................... 8.95
Prayers of a Stranger Davis Bunn
Amanda had planned a special Christmas with their newborn, but now the new nursery stands as empty as her heart. Urged by her husband, she takes a lastminute tour of the Holy Land, and helps answer a young mother’s plea for healing. As she discovers anew the miracle of God incarnate as a tiny baby, she sees that God doesn’t just answer the prayers of strangers...but also those of her heart.
Softcover. .................................................................................................................... 13.95
1 ::: Fiction
A delightful collection of nine Christmas romances of brave and determined pioneers who risked many dangers to settle untamed land. Being on the move as winter approached could find the settlers stranded in unconventional shelters, but still faithful to remember Christ’s birth with grateful hearts.
Children ::: 2
Little Star
Anthony DeStefano
Tonight a king will be born, and all the stars in heaven shine bright for him, until they see the poor family huddling in the shabby stable, and begin to think that this baby couldn’t be a king! Only Little Star recognizes the baby Jesus, understands His special message of love, and serves his King on that cold, dark night. Certain to become a Christmas classic, this delightful tale connects the star atop the Christmas tree to the birth of Jesus.
9x9” Hardcover..........................................15.95
Story of Christmas Record-a-Book Norma Garris &Terry Julien
Create a treasured “read-to-me” book of the “Story of Christmas”, and sing “Away in a Manger” to your children with the easy-touse, built-in recording device in this heirloom book. Ages 3-6.
9 x 11” Hardcover..............................................................................23.95
Good News of Great Joy
Kelly Pulley (creator of the Beginner’s Bible)
Bring to life the amazing story of Jesus’ birth with this enjoyable and humorous rhyming Bible story with contemporary art and clear lessons. Ages 4-8.
Baby Jesus
6.75 x 9” Hardcover. Magnificent Tales series............................8.95
Karen Williamson
Let little ones discover what it was like the night Jesus was born with this colorful, interactive storybook featuring a large tab for each page. Ages 3-5.
6.5 x 6” Board Book. ............................................................................................ 8.95
Play-Time Christmas Karen Williamson
A colorful and interactive book with pop-out puzzle shapes on each page, lifting out to reveal what happens next in the Christmas story. Ages 3-5.
6 x 6” Board Book. ..............................................................................................10.95
Christmas Coloring Fun
Nearly 200 coloring pages depicting the birth of Jesus, the ABCs of Christmas, worldwide traditions & more. Fully reproducible!
192 page Coloring Book, 6x8”.......................................... 5.95
Jesus is Born
Coloring fun, plus a puzzle, games and a craft to help children think about Jesus’s birth.
32 page Coloring Book....................................................... 2.95
Twas the Very First Christmas
Experience the very first Christmas with the shepherds! Based on Luke 2:8-18. Ages 3-7.
Happy Day Book....................................................................2.95
Stick-n-Sniff Wreaths Christmas Stickers 6 sheets of acid-free, pine-scented stickers, perfect for kids’ crafts, scrapbooking, envelope seals and more!
4 x 5.75”................................................................................... 2.50
Birth of Jesus Sticker Book
Hillside and stable scenes, and two pages of reusable stickers featuring Mary, Joseph, the angels and more, allow children to enjoy the Christmas story. Ages 3 and up
4 x 5.75” Softcover.................................................................2.95
Christmas Star Activity Pack Let children engage in the Christmas story with this fun story book and activity pack complete with a coloring sheet, poster showing Mary, Joseph and baby Jesus in the stable, and plenty of reusable stickers. Ages 3-5
5.75x8.25 Storybook, Poster, Coloring Sheet & Stickers........................4.95
Baby Jesus is Born Sticker Book Karen Williamson
Create a vivid picture of events surrounding Jesus’ birth again and again! From the angel’s appearance to Mary to the wise men’s arrival, simple text and 60 reusable stickers to complete the pictures tell the Christmas story. Ages 3-5
7.5x7.5” Softcover & 60 Stickers.........6.95
Andi’s Circle C Christmas Susan K Marlow
Andi’s fun holiday break is spoiled when a grumpy, bossy visitor arrives. No more running. No catching spiders. No wearing overalls. But will she learn she can help this unwelcome guest in a way she never imagined? Ages 6-8.
Circle C Beginnings #6. Softcover.......................................................................5.95
Meghan Rose & the Not-So-Silent Night Lori Z. Scott
When icy roads strand Meghan, her parents, and friend Kayla in a noisy church fellowship hall on Christmas Eve, Meghan comes to understand the true meaning of Christmas. Ages 7-10.
Circle C Beginnings #6. Softcover.......................................................................5.95
Danger on a Silent Night
Marianne Hering & Nancy I. Sanders
Cousins Beth and Patrick travel back to the first Christmas in the Imagination Station. While Patrick travels with the Wise Men toward Jerusalem, Beth sees King Herod’s reaction to the newly born baby. Ages 7-10.
Ho-Ho-NOOOO!
Imagination Station #12. Softcover................................ 5.95
Bill Myers
With help from her 23rd century friends Tuna & Herby, modern-day 7th grader TJ scrambles to earn money for her father’s Christmas present. After working as a mall Santa, nanny, and in a homeless shelter kitchen, she realizes Christmas is really about being with those she loves and sharing the love God has given through Christ. Ages 8-12.
TJ & the Time Stumblers #4. Softcover................................................................................7.95
Prophet, the Shepherd & the Star Jenny L. Cote
Animal friends Max & Lizzie’s 700-year mission began with helping Isaiah, who prophesied about the coming Messiah, and climaxes as they watch the unfolding Christmas story. Ages 9-13.
Epic Order of the Seven #1. Softcover................................16.95
Action Bible Christmas Story
Doug Mauss; illustrated by Sergio Cariello
Let the powerful images and words of this 18-page comic book retelling of the Christmas story draw your family in to God’s redemptive story. Ages 8-12.
5.75x8.75” Softcover........................................................... 1.95 each or 25 for 24.95
3 ::: Youth
Juliet David
Non-fiction ::: 4
Greatest Gift Ann Voskamp
Celebrate and explore the lineage and majesty of God’s greatest gift—Jesus Christ—with the advent tradition of the “Jesse Tree.” Beginning with Jesse, the father of David, retrace the epic pageantry of mankind, from Adam to the Messiah, with each day’s reading pointing to the coming promise of Christ.
Author of One Thousand Gifts. Hardcover.................................................. 20.95
Silent Night
This delightful keepsake devotional focuses on 40 classic Christmas carols, telling the “story behind the story” of favorite seasonal songs from Angels We Have Heard on High and We Three Kings to The Birthday of a King and O Holy Night. A full-color devotional gift book.
4.375x6” Softcover with tear-off Bookmark....................................................8.95
It’s a Wonderful Life David McLaughlan
31 Christmas devotions, each with a quote, Scripture and prayer, drawn from favorite Christmas songs and classic Christmas stories and movies including Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, It’s a Wonderful Life and the Luke 2 account of Jesus’ birth.
4x7” Softcover........................................................................................................................ 4.95
Family Christmas Treasury
Celebrate the greatest story of all—the birth of Jesus Christ— with this collection of more than a dozen classic Christmas stories for family reading, from Charles Dickens and O. Henry to the scriptural account of Jesus’ birth.
Miracle of Christmas
4x7” Softcover.................................................................................. 4.95
Stormie Omartian
Glimpse into the lives of 15 of the characters in the age-old story of Christ’s birth, and discover their possible reactions, perceptions, and actions. A tender and powerful retelling of the miraculous story to read through the advent season, with prayers that powerfully connect you to the heart of the Savior.Softcover......................................................................11.95
Hope of Christmas Jack Countryman
Scriptures and brief writings take you on a journey through God’s promises for Christmas—a Messiah bringing salvation. Discover the broad and miraculous scope of Christ’s birth and the continual gift of His love, grace, comfort and more—within our grasp because of our Hope, Jesus Christ.
5x7” Leather-bound Hardcover......................................................................................13.95
Promise of Christmas is Jesus Jack Countryman
30 devotions exploring God’s promise for Christmas, that the Savior would come and that He will be with us forever. 4x7” Softcover.......................... 4.95
Our Family Christmas Karon Phillips Goodman
28 memory-making devotions for families with young children, with meditations, activity ideas, carols, and prayers to refresh your Christmas experience year after year and keep the spirit of Christmas alive in your heart.
5x7” Hardcover.................................................................10.95
Family Book of Advent Carol Garborg
now only 3.95!
Encouraging your family to draw closer together and create unforgettable holiday memories! This fun, hands-on 25-day advent devotional features a chronological Scripture retelling of Jesus’ birth and life, discussion questions, heartwarming stories, and simple activities to celebrate the meaning of Christmas. 5x7” Hardcover....................................................................................13.95
Redeemed Christmas Collection:
5 ::: Giftware
Redeemed Advent Chalkboard A countdown to Christmas! Featuring Phil. 3:20, “we eagerly await a Savior... the Lord Jesus Christ.
10x13.75x2” Wood & Chalkboard..........................24.00
Redeeming Love Advent Tabletop Devotion 25 daily advent devotions to discover the heart of Jesus, the One whose love is perfect, the reason we celebrate.
10x8x6” Spiral-bound HC with easel ..................... 18.00 Redeeming Love Christmas Mug Brightest Hope...Purest Love...Greatest Gift...Jesus!
12 oz. Ceramic Mug......................................................12.00 Redeemed Divided Dish Perfect for serving holiday treats!
12x4x5” Melamine.........................................................20.00
Napkins:
Christmas Nativity Christmas Stained Glass Full-color printed 2-ply napkins, 20 per package, folded to 6.5x6.5”
................................................... 6.00each
Love Came Down Glory of the Lord Christ’s Love is Greater Full-color printed 2-ply napkins, 16 per package, folded to 4.125x8.5”
................................................... 6.00each
Count Your Blessings Daily Planner Linda Maron
This 15-month (Nov. 2013-Jan. 2015) planner features monthly readings inspired by the beloved hymn, reminding you to count your blessings daily. Also includes weekly, monthly and year-at-a-glance calendars, “to-do” lists, contacts & goal-setting tips.
4.5x6.25” Spiral-bound plastic cover.................. 6.95
Floral Daily Planner
A 28-month (Sept. 2013-Dec. 2015) planner with monthly calendars, contacts, prayer requests, Scriptures, a mini notepad and more.
3.5x6.5” Plastic cover............................................... 3.50
Keep Christ in Christmas Gift Bag
Wrap-up your Christmas gifts with a meaningful reminder for the season.
8”W x 4”D x 9 3/4”H with 2 sheets of coordinating tissue...............................................4.00
Family Entertainment ::: 6
Christmas Oranges based on the novel by
Linda Bethers & Ben Sowards
When an epidemic forces the closing of Greenwoods Orphanage, Rose is abruptly sent from the warmth and kindness of Mrs. Hartley and the only home she’s ever known, to Irongates and its strict headmaster, Mr. Crampton. When Rose learns that each child receives an orange on Christmas, she waits in eager anticipation, but will Mr. Crampton’s cruelty take away her special treat on Christmas morning?
DVD. 100 min.......................................................................................21.00
Mandie & the Forgotten Christmas
Thrust into the unfamiliar territory of Miss Heathwood’s Boarding School for Girls at Christmas, Mandie stumbles on a mystery that could unlock memories of a long-forgotten Christmas. But is she willing to lie to find out the truth? Ages 8+
DVD. 107 min............................................................................................................ 24.00
Read & Share DVD Bible: Christmas
Children will experience the Christmas story in a powerful way with this engaging presentation of Jesus’ arrival on earth, with enchanting art, warm narration and gentle musical underscore. Includes bonus features & coloring pages.
DVD. 30 min.........................................................................................................15.00
Electric Christmas
When Dylan enters Odyssey’s Christmas yard decorating contest in hopes of winning the grand prize speedster bike. When he glimpses his neighbor’s over-the-top display, he switches his design from a humble manger scene to a mega-watt wonderland, and learns a powerful reminder grounding them all in the true meaning of Christmas.
Adventures in Odyssey #7. DVD. 30 min................................................. 15.00
We Have a Saviour Hillsong
Celebrate the true reason for the Christmas season—Jesus—with worship band Hillsong Australia. A collection of Christmas music including original songs Born is the King and We Have a Saviour, and modern rearrangements of O Holy Night and Joy to the World.
CD.......................................................................................................................15.00
Joy
Steven Curtis Chapman Begin a new season of joy with these 5 original Christmas songs, including Christmas in Kentucky, and contemporary approaches to 7 Christmas classics like Joy to the World, and What Child is This? CD...................................................................... 17.00
Keening for the Dawn Steve Bell
Heartfelt, meditative songs including Glory and O Come, O Come Emmanuel, from the broader scope of the season: the preparation and waiting of advent, the joy of the nativity at christmas, and the experience of the presence of Christ at epiphany.
CD............................................................................................................................... 20.00
Music of Christmas
80 of the holiday songs and carols you know and love, including Silent Night, Joy to the World, Away in a Manger, and O Holy Night, performed in traditional Celtic, classical piano and cello, cathedral choir, and woodwind styles.
4 CDs....................................................................................................................... 11.00
24 cards; 8 designs • various Scriptures • 6.00
Value: Traditional Scenes 24 cards; 8 designs • various Scriptures • 6.00
Glad Tidings
12 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scripture • 4.75 x 6.75” • 7.00
Christmas Light
12 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scripture • 4.75 x 6.75” • 7.00
Reason for the Season
12 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scriptures • 4.75 x 6.75” • 7.00
Lord Has Come
12 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scriptures • 4.75 x 6.75” • 7.00
7 ::: Boxed Cards
Value: Religious Scenes
Boxed Cards ::: 8
Birds & Berries
24 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scripture • 4.5 x 6.5” • 10.00
Folk Nativity
24 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scripture • 4.5 x 6.5” • 10.00
Season's Greetings 16 cards; 4 designs • 5 x 6.5” • Foil embossed Gift Box with velcro • 8.00
Christmas Wish
16 cards; 4 designs • KJV Scripture • Foil embossed • 5 x 6.5” • Gift Box with velcro • 8.00
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