As you may be aware, the price of lumber has skyrocketed. The implications of this reach far beyond the construction business. Not just wood, but all paper products (such as matboard) have increased dramatically. For example, we’ve seen multiple price increases from our frame vendor over the past year, with each hike ranging between 5-10%. … Continued
It’s that time of year for many young people….confirmation! If you’re looking for a special keepsake to commemorate this special spiritual occasion, take a look at our personalized confirmation mementos. There are a variety of designs and colors from which to choose. Each piece is customized with the confirmand’s name, confirmation date, church name, and … Continued
It has been a privilege to help many churches who’ve wanted to convey thanks in a tangible way to those whose efforts have made it possible for worship services to continue online during the pandemic. Especially for churches who hadn’t been live streaming or recording their services prior to all this upheaval, it has been … Continued
Among the latest additions to the store are two new service appreciation plaques. With these newest designs, you now have more than 150 designs from which to choose! They include general purpose plaques (suitable for virtually any job function) as well as those which have been created especially for musicians, teachers, and clergy. Follow the … Continued
It’s a tradition here to post this wonderful poem every December 31st. Written more than a century ago by Minnie Louise Haskins, I can’t think of a more appropriate sentiment as we stand on the threshold of the new year. Wishing you and yours good health and happiness in 2021. Though known popularly as “The … Continued
Wishing you and yours a Blessed Christmas! May good health and happiness be yours in the coming year.
Still, still, still,One can hear the falling snow.For all is hushed,The world is sleeping,Holy Star its vigil keeping.Still, still, still,One can hear the falling snow. Sleep, sleep, sleep,‘Tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth.The night is peaceful all around you,Close your eyes,Let sleep surround you.Sleep, sleep, sleep,‘Tis the eve of our Saviour’s birth. Dream, dream, … Continued
O come, O come, Emmanuel,and ransom captive Israel,that mourns in lonely exile here,until the Son of God appear.Rejoice! Rejoice! EmmanuelShall come to you, O Israel.
Hark the glad sound! The Savior comes,The Savior promised long;Let every heart prepare a throneAnd every voice a song. Lyrics – Philip Doddridge
Prepare the Royal Highway; the King of kings is near! Let ev’ry hill and valley a level road appear!Then greet the King of glory, foretold in sacred story:O blest is He who camein God the Father’s name! Lyrics – Franz Mikael Franzen
The advent of our KingOur prayers must now employ,And we must hymns of welcome singIn strains of holy joy.Rejoice, rejoice, rejoice give thanks and sing. “The Advent of Our King” – lyrics by Charles Coffin
Wishing you and yours a very happy holiday. I also want to take this opportunity to extend my thanks to all of you who have stood by The Christian Gift during this difficult year. It is deeply appreciated. With gratitude,Rebecca