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YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR SUMMER OPEN HOUSE Book Signing: “I live among the Angels”, a small paperback book, hot off the press- featuring paintings by Mark Merrill and a poem written by a martyred missionary from the Philippines during WWII. Mission Gifts: Summer Sale! See the latest jewelry line from Thailand, made from women leaving prostitution. Upper Room Art Gallery: Mark Merrill's "May Flowers" show is on display--see the new Tapestries! Meet the World Travelers and see their audio-visual presentations: All sales proceeds will enable more purchases to be made from the economic development projects in the Philippines.Join us for our only gathering of the Summer! "Long time no see!" RSVP if you can: 954-828-1505
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“MAY FLOWERS by MARK MERRILL” Enjoy a bounty of creation at a gallery filled with gorgeous blooms! Mark C. Merrill's epiphany of flowers, in oil painting, prints and new tapestries will be on display throughout the months of May and June. Don't miss it! Call for hours or appointment.
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TV Feature of CCDF and Upper Room Art Gallery & Mission Gifts WXEL (channel 20 in most areas) PBS Palm Beach "South Florida Today", 7pm Wed. May 10, reruns Friday May 12 & Monday May 15, (months of May & June) A 4 minute feature on the work of CCDF/Upper Room Art Gallery & Mission Gifts, accompanied by an interview with CCDF's recent visiting guest speaker PATRICIA GREEN, speaking on human trafficking and how it affects Florida. Don't miss it! This feature MAY lead to a full documentary by PBS. Please keep this in your prayers. You are welcomed to attend the art opening this Saturday night, 7-10pm. |
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FIELD TRIP Time for a “Field Trip”—this Friday, May 5 we will be attending the Coral Gables Gallery Walk. If you plan on attending and want to car pool, meet at the cottage ( PLEASE RSVP either by phone or email if you plan on going, so that we will expect you. If you would like to join us for an early dinner between 5-6, please let us know as well. If you will be arriving late and want to meet the group down there, also email or call our cell: 954-592-6021. “TAKE A BREAK; ENJOY SOME ART!” |
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CCDF Welcomes Patricia Green to South Florida Monday, April 10, CCDF will host Patricia Green, to speak about international human trafficking, prostitution, child sex workers, slave trade and sexual exploitation. Patricia is a consultant and advocate on these issues and travels worldwide speaking and promoting awareness and action. Join us--Venue: First Evangelical Lutheran Church, downtown Ft. Lauderdale. 6-7 pm, complimentary snacks, open gallery tour and gift shop. 7-9 pm Lecture. 9-10pm Fireside Chat: Q&A with Patricia at the cottage/Mission Gifts. Don’t miss it! (Free event) Read more about Patricia Green here.
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Unique gifts from around the world! World class quality products, made by the poor. These economic-development projects are produced by Christian organizations working among street children, persons leaving the prostitution trade, victims of human trafficking, AIDS patients, and squatter relocation communities. At Mission Gifts you will find organic, handmade paper products, one-of-a-kind art objects, and fun bags & beachwear made from recycled materials. Get your Christmas wrapping paper kits (all handmade paper) and gorgeous gift bags from Mission Gifts! Organic soaps are handmade from tropical oils and packaged in natural fibers. Handmade paper lamps & lanterns are selling fast! Don’t miss your opportunity to purchase these fantastic products and have your money bring social justice and new life to the poor. Call for hours at 954-828-1505 “Do Justice, Love Mercy, and Walk Humbly with your God” Micah 6:8 | |
Do your shopping at Mission Gifts this year!