Sunday, June 26, 2011

1) 2 Disney Passes - for Disneyland or Disney World

A wonderful family generously donated 2 Disneyland/Disney World 1 day park hopper tickets good for Disneyland CA, Disney World Resort Florida, Disneyland Paris or Hong Kong Disneyland. Expires December 19, 2012. 
Win one for you AND a friend!

2) Just for You Murals by Cindy Penderghast


What a great opportunity to give - or get- a truly unique gift!

One of our extremely talented friends, Cindy Penderghast, 
has offered to donate her services as a muralist!!

The winner of this raffle item will get Cindy 
to spend one full day painting - 
she will work with the winner to plan out 
what can be accomplished in this timeframe.
Paint and materials are NOT includedd in the raffle -
this will be an additional cost.

This is truly special - 
don't miss out on the one-of-a-kind offering!


**This is only available to Southern California residents. 
But I am sure if you live out of state and are willing to pay for travel expenses
that Cindy would be willing to work something out with you.**

Above is a sampling of some of Cindy's work.

Thank you Cindy!!!

4) Another Trip Around The World book


Take a trip around the world with this engaging, multicultural study. Learn not only basic information about the countries you are studying, but also about their language, food, history, culture, flag, geographical location, and more! You'll have a magnificent time learning facts about each country, making recipes, and singing songs in different languages. With Another Trip Around the World, your class will tour India, Argentina, South Africa, Israel, Italy, Panama, Nigeria, Greece, France, Russia, Venezuela, and Antarctica.



Part of "My Father's World - Exploring Countries & Cultures" curriculum.

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

3) A Trip Around The World book


Welcome to the World! A Trip Around the World gives you and your students the opportunity to explore life in Mexico, Brazil, Egypt, Kenya, Germany, The Netherlands, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Australia, Canada, and the United States. Sections for each country contain basic information (area, population, flag descriptions, etc.), fascinating facts (sports, education, wildlife, etc.), language activities, recipes, classroom activities, flags, maps, 
and a resource list.


Part of "My Father's World - Exploring Countries & Cultures" curriculum.

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

5) 4 Restaurant Complimentary Meal Vouchers


4 complimentary meal vouchers 
(includes a delicious entree & 
a non-alcoholic beverage from the menu)
 Valid at any Acapulco, El Torito, Chevys, El Torito Grill, 
Sinigual, Casa Gallardo, 
Who-Song & Larry's or El Paso Cantina Restaurant.
Expires 12/31/2011


Generously donated by the Nordel Family! Thank you!!



6) Exploring Countries & Cultures - Teacher's Manual


Take a trip around the world and explore diverse countries while learning geography and being challenged by true stories of missionaries.
A one-year program from "My Father's World" for 3rd through 6th graders.
An easy-to-use unit study teacher's manual (ONLY) with daily lessons plans.

Daily lesson plans are in an easy-to-use weekly chart format. 
Charts list each subject with page numbers of books to read. Many activities will be suitable for all ages; additional activities are suggested for older students. 
"My Father's World" does the lesson planning for you so you have more time to enjoy teaching!

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank You!!

7) Global Art - Book


Global Art - Activites, Projects & Inventions from Around the World.
Part of "My Father's World - Exploring Countries & Cultures" curriculum.
Arranged in chapters by continents, this book includes art projects and crafts 
to help students learn more about geography and cultures.

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank You!!

8) God Bless Our Home - banner


A nicely detailed cross-stitched banner, measuring 11" wide by 17" high (from banner top to bottom of fringe). Color is natural/creamy white with dark rose threadwork. An excellent accent piece for a traditional or country home.

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

9) An Intro to Family Nights Tool Chest book (Focus on the Family)


Creating lasting impressions for the next generation!

This collection of 12 family nights spring from a national movement designed to bring fun and spiritual growth together on a regular basis. Now you can join this growing network of families who are intent on passing a spiritual heritage to their children.

These ideas and activities have been tried and tested by families like yours. They are designed to make lasting impressions on children of all ages.

This book contains complete, clear plans for helping kids learn about:
• God, the unseen power
• The price Jesus paid
• Resisting temptation
• Taming the tongue
• Obedience, and much more

If you want to build a spiritually strong family-these tools can help make your task easy and fun!

10) Holidays Family Nights Tool Chest book (Focus On The Family)


Creating lasting impressions for the next generation!

These ideas and activities have been tried and tested by families like yours. They are designed to make lasting impressions on children of all ages.

This book contains complete, clear plans for helping kids learn spiritual truths from eight traditional holidays plus the Sanctity of Human Life.

Included are:

• Christmas-2 sessions.
• Easter-2 sessions.
• Thanksgiving-2 sessions.
• Halloween/Fall Festival-2 sessions.
• Valentine's Day.
• Mother's Day.
• Father's Day.
• Fourth of July.

11) Christian Character Qualities Family Nights Tool Chest book (Focus On The Family)


This collection of 12 family nights spring from a national movement designed to bring fun and spiritual growth together on a regular basis. Now you can join this growing network of families who are intent on passing a spiritual heritage to their children.

These ideas and activities have been tried and tested by families like yours. They are designed to make lasting impressions on children of all ages.

This book contains complete, clear plans for helping kids learn more about Christian character qualities, including:

• What it means to be content.
• The importance of controlling our thoughts.
• How God wants us to respond to our worries.
• How to finish strong even when the task is difficult.
• Taking a stand for our beliefs, and much more.

If you want to build a spiritually strong family-these tools can help make your task easy and fun!

12) Basic Christian Beliefs Book 2 Family Night Tool Chest (Focus On The Family)


Creating lasting impressions for the next generation!

This collection of 12 family nights springs from a national movement designed to bring fun and spiritual growth together on a regular basis. Now you can join this growing network of families who are intent on passing a spiritual heritage to their children.

These ideas and activities have been tried and tested by families like yours. They are designed to make lasting impressions on children of all ages.

This book contains complete, clear plans for helping kids learn more about basic Christian beliefs, including:

• What it means to be created in God's image.
• God's love and care for His children.
• Why Jesus was born as a human.
• What it means to repent of our sin and be born again.
• How the Holy Spirit helps us, and much more.

If you want to build a spiritually strong family-these tools can help make your task easy and fun!

13) Window on the World book


This is a book that will inform and inspire the whole family. This beautifully presented yet practical book is the ideal accompaniment to Operation World. Stunning photographic visuals complement this AZ of countries and people groups providing an exciting learning experience and guide for prayer.

Short stories about featured countries or people groups help relate foreign lands and people to children in the West. Each page includes a small map putting the country into perspective with neighboring countries, as well as a fact box with essential country, and people information and prayer points that children can ask God for as well as thank God for.

This invaluable resource develops cultural, political, and geographical awareness through a Christian lens. Families, churches, and schools will all benefit from this book and in turn be able to pray more effectively for their world.


Part of "My Father's World - Exploring Countries & Cultures" curriculum.


Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

14) Precious Moments - Friendship Hits the Spot


For those Precious Moments lovers out there, 
this would be a wonderful addition to your collection!

Precious Moments - Friendship Hits the Spot
(#306916 - porcelain figurine)
Copyright 1997 Precious Moments, Inc.
(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

15) Precious Moments - Many Moons in Same Canoe, Blessum You


For those Precious Moments lovers out there, 
this would be a wonderful addition to your collection!

Precious Moments - Many Moons in Same Canoe, Blessum You
(#520772 - porcelain figurine)
Copyright 1988 Samuel J. Butcher
(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

16) Lenox - Cat Figurine (Frosted Glass)


Lenox Frosted Glass Cat Figurine
Copyright 1993
Crafted of full lead crystal

Measures 3 3/4" high and 2 1/2" around

(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

17) Lenox - Cat (Glass Figurine)


Lenox Glass Cat Figurine
Copyright 1993
Crafted of full lead crystal
Measures 4 1/2" high and 2 1/2" around

(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

18) Decorative Glass Birds


Decorative Glass Birds
Approximately 3" high, 4" wide and 6" deep.
This could be used as a small accent piece on it's own, or the indentation in front of the birds is sized to fit either votive or tea candles.

(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

19) Waterford Westover Crystal Business Card Holder


Waterford Westover Crystal Business Card Holder

Handcrafted in Ireland, the card holder features striking classic Waterford diamond cuts which makes this piece a unique collection. This piece speaks for itself. It will add elegance and sophistication to your desk. Proudly display your business cards in this beautiful Waterford piece. A great gift for you or an office gift for a co-worker or the boss. The card holder measures approx: 5" long at the base, 3-3/4" in at the top opening amd 2" in diameter at the base. SHOW-CASED IN ITS OWN "WATERFORD" BOX WHICH IS PERFECT FOR GIFT GIVING!
Item # 9789795300

(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

20) Family of 5 Figurine


This Family of 5 figurine captures the bond of love
shared by parents and their children.


Measures 6 3/4" x 3" x 2 1/2"



(This piece is in excellent condition and has no chips or cracks)

Generously donated by the Giacomi Family! Thank you!!

21) James 1:27 Cross Poster


James 1:27 Cross Poster
"Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this:
To visit orphans and widows in their distress,

and to keep oneself unstained by the world." (NASB)

This beautiful poster was designed by Kaden's dad, Steve,
to help raise money to bring Kaden home.

The poster is printed on acid-free archival paper
and is available in 3 sizes (12"x16",  16"x20", or  23"x30").
The winner of this raffle may choose which size they would like for their poster.

22) James 1:27 Poster


James 1:27 Cross Poster
"Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this:
To visit orphans and widows in their distress,
and to keep oneself unstained by the world." (NASB)

This beautiful poster was designed by Kaden's dad, Steve,
to help raise money to bring Kaden home.

The poster is printed on acid-free archival paper
and is available in 3 sizes (16"x12",  20"x16", or  30"x23").
The winner of this raffle may choose which size they would like for their poster.

23) Esther Poster


Esther Poster

Based on Esther 4:13-14


“Do not imagine that you in the king’s palace can escape any more than all the Jews. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place and you and your father’s house will perish. And who knows whether you have not attained royalty for such a time as this?”



This beautiful poster was designed by Kaden's dad, Steve.

This poster measures 35"x12" and is printed on acid-free archival paper.

24) Mesa Verde Poster


Mesa Verde Poster

In the summer of 2006, Steve & Brendan 
(the oldest of the Cox families 5 sons) 
for the parks 100th Anniversary celebration.
They took many beautiful photographs
 of the ancient cliff dwellings
and from some of those photos, 
Steve was inspired to design this amazing poster. 






This poster measures 35"x12" and is printed on acid-free archival paper.

25) Psalm 25:4 (8x10 Print) by More Than Words Photography


Psalm 25:4
Show me Your ways O Lord, teach me Your paths.

A beautiful 8"x10" print 
donated by Tammi at More Than Words Photography.

More Than Words Photography
is based in West Michigan - 
serving Holland, Zeeland, Grandville, Hudsonville,
Muskegon and Grand Rapids.
She is also available on a limited basis
in the Detroit area.

Tammi is absolutely amazing
at capturing those emotion and tender moments
of childhood.


Contact her to schedule your next photo session - 
email: info@morethanwordsphotographybytammi.com

26) Psalm 33:22 (8x10 Print) by More Than Words Photography


Psalm 33:22
Let Your unfailing love surround us, Lord,
for our hope is in you love.

A beautiful 8"x10" print 
donated by Tammi at More Than Words Photography.

More Than Words Photography
is based in West Michigan - 
serving Holland, Zeeland, Grandville, Hudsonville,
Muskegon and Grand Rapids.
She is also available on a limited basis
in the Detroit area.

Tammi is absolutely amazing
at capturing those emotion and tender moments
of childhood.


Contact her to schedule your next photo session - 
email: info@morethanwordsphotographybytammi.com