FaithBuilder Friday

I was sent this link...how cool is this?! May it be a blessing to you today!!

The Many Names of Christ

Chime in!

Last week, we talked about your spouse's greatest strength...the thing you admire the most. This week, let's look in the mirror. This is a hard question, but what do you think your spouse would say they most admire about you? What would you want them to say? If you don't know...why not ask? It could certainly be a conversation starter- and maybe an eye opener!

Featured Blog of the Week

I have just found Keleia's blog...and what a joy! She is so encouraging, and has some really wonderful things to read. I also love the may links to other resources she has posted- what a treasure trove! Definitely, drop by and leave Keleia some love! You will be glad you did!!

Congrats, Keleia for being this week's Featured blog of the Week! If you shoot me an email at ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com I will send you a cute little blinkie for your blog.

Keleia 4 Him

Page Prompt

Since this month, we are talking about A Marraige of Ideals, your prompt for this month is to scrap a verse about marraige. Choose a verse that will help you in your marraige...either something to strengthen you in the harder times, or remind you of the spouse God wants you to be...and scrap this as a reminder for yourself. Remember- others will see this page and be encouraged and taught, as well....what a great opportunity for you!!

Featured Layout of the Week

I have the perfect layout for this week...as we are headed into the Thankgiving season! Lythan has done this for the challenge over at SALT...and I am in love! Loving the colors, and the masked butterflies are awesome!!

Congrats, Lythan, for being this week's Featured Layout of the Week. Send me an email at ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com and I will get your free month of SNR started!

FaithBuilder Friday

How about an awesome resource for building and strengthening your marraige? Christiannity Today has an entire section devoted to Marraige. With timely and practical articles, advice and insight, and very real experts- this is a site to bookmark!! I would encourage you to take a look, poke around...

Christianity Today: Marraige

Chime In!

This month at A Faith Perspective, our theme is a Marraige of Ideals...so, are you married? How long? Tell us one thing you admire about your spouse!

Come on, leave a comment and Chime In!!

Featured Blog of the Week

Came across this blog from Ruth...and loved it!! What a lovely place to spend some time! I love the eye candy- the ideas were awesome...and some very encouraging posts, as well!! So, pay Ruth a visit, and leave her some love, too!

Congrats, Ruth, for being this week's Featured Blog of the Week!!
Artful Ramblings

Monthly Challenge

Yeah!! Issue 7- October's Scrapbook News and Review has published!! This month, the topic for the faithbooking column is A Marraige of Ideals.

"Ask scrappers when they got their start and many will say when they got married. Logical, isn’t it? Marriage is the start of a new life together; it makes sense to start chroniciling that life. But, if the only thing you scrap about your marriage is your wedding, you’re missing some great, God-given opportunities!"

I would encourage anyone to stop by the magazine and read the column this month, for great- hands on ways to scrap your marraige, enrich your commitment to your spouse, and encourage your beloved in a very real way!!

Meanwhile, the challenge for this month is to scrap a page about your spouse. Tell them how you feel, encourage them, or remember why you love them. It will encourage both of you, I promise!!

Featured Layout of the Week

Found this one in the gallery over at Scrap News. I was just so tickled that someone used one of my page prompts!! What a cute layout, too- love the brown and pink together- a favorie combo of mine. And the corregated look with the spray of glitter- great contrast!!

The author on this one was AlwaysHope- so congrats on being this week's Featured Layout of the Week!! Contact me at ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com and we'll get you set up for a free month of Scrap News!

Faithbuilder Friday

Time for another book recommendation. Did you love the Left Behind Series? I did!! Well, Tim LaHay has another series- Babylon Rising is the first book. Same style, different characters/ story. Think a Christian Indiana Jones. So fun!! Looking for a fun, but uplifting read- give this series a go!!

Chime In!

Simple, just for fun question, this week... What color was your first car? What color would you really love- but don't get to- to drive?

Featured Blog of the Week

I have found a great blog for you, this week. I think I say that every week...but I am just so encouraged by each of your Christ praising sites!! Anyway- Giovanna has such lovely cards and projects!! I truly enjoyed visiting her site, and being encouraged! I also loved all of the different types (folds and kinds) of cards that she makes... I would recommend a visit!!

Congrats, Gianna- A Place to Praise and Craft is this week's Featured Blog of the Week!!

Page Prompt

This month, at A Faith Perspective, the column was about finding- and scrapping- God in the hard times. As Christians, we know that the road will not always be easy!! In fact, trials and hardships are promised to us...but it is also promised that God will stand there with us. He will be our Strength and our Shield...our Rock and our Comforter. So many promises and verses leap to mind.

This week, your challenge is to choose a favorite promise verse- one that reminds you that God will see you through the hardtimes- and scrap it. Even if you are not going through a hard time right now- just the reminder verse can be an encouragement and testimony!!

Layout of the Week

I don't think we have ever had a card for LOTW...and it is high time we fix that!! We have some awesome cardmakers out there- making some very encouraging and uplifting cards!

I have been in Christmas Card making mode lately- so when I saw this card from Judy Rozema, I fell in love! I confess, I am a sucker for layers and texture...and this card just feels so rich!! She also did an awesome job coloring it. Just a great card!!

Congrats, Judy! You are this week's Featured Layout of the Week!! Contact me at ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com and we will get you set up with a free month of Scrapbook News and Review.

FAithbuilder Friday

Fireproof

Rarely are Christians given the choice of good, life affirming...faith affirming movies. So when one pops up...it deserves a mention!! Here's an excert from Christianity Today's Review:

The story this time concerns a firefighter named Caleb Holt (Kirk Cameron) whose wife of seven years, Catherine (Erin Bethea), wants a divorce. Caleb is ready to give up on the marriage altogether, but his father, John (Harris Malcom), gives him a book called The Love Dare and challenges him to follow its steps before throwing in the towel. Since Fireproof has been endorsed by a plethora of marriage ministries, you can pretty much guess how things will turn out. But the Kendricks earn their resolution this time; instead of dropping miracles and messages from God on their characters, they keep the story focused on the Holts and driven by the choices that the Holts make.

For more of the review, check here.

Just something to think about the next time your family is choosing a movie...

Chime In!

I want to remind everyone of the current call for projects at SNR....I am looking for holiday projects that feature our faith. It could be nativity, 2 kings, candles, ornaments, advent candles....be creative!! Send the in, folks!!

So, along that line of thought...when does your family decorate for Christmas? Real Tree, or artificial?

Featured Blog of the Week

I found a great blog, this week. Well, actually, Dianne recommended it...and she was right! Debi over at I Scrap N Stamp has some lovely eye candy! And a dynamite message!! I just love finding fellow Christians out there! It is so encouraging to see people stand up, and use their passions to praise Jesus...WTG Debi!!

Congrats to I Scrap N Stamp for being this week's Featured Blog of the Week!!

Featured Layout of the Week

This week's featured layout is even a topic we've talked about here at AFP- why do you faithbook? I firmely believe in using our family albums to Glorify God, to teach His lessons, and and to recognize the ways God has been faithful in our daily lives.   That's me... here is the layout Lucy did to answer this question.  Isn't it a beauty?!  I love all the textures and flowers!

Congrats, Lucy, for being this week's Featured Layout of the Week!!  If you send my an email at ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com I can get you started with a free month at Scrap News.

A Call for Holiday Cards and Projects

I know, I've been neglecting you all this week- and I have some really nifty new projects to post, too.  Remember WCD is tomorrow?  Of course you do!!  You all are planning to attend the WCD Winter Wonderland Card Crop at SNR- right?!  Fact is, Jenna and I have been crazy busy getting everything ready for our fun day.  You would not believe what we have planned for you!!  Challenges, games, tons and tons of prizes....  anyway, I took a moment, cause I had to post the current call for you!

Are you ready to have your treasures published in the fastest growing, most exciting publication in the industry? Scrapbook News and Review is accepting submissions for its November issue. We are looking for cards on these subjects: 

-Christmas, Winter and winter Holidays...bring on the holiday cheer! 
-Thanksgiving- including cards, table scapes, placecards, etc 
-Welcome cards 
-Thank You cards 
-Anniversary Cards 
-Painting 
-Ribbon 

The Details: 

--All Cards should be submitted by Oct 12th. 
--Images should be no larger than 350 pixels on the longest side 
--Image names should include card name and your name...For Example:  Happy Birthday by Mary Smith.jpg 
--Please include complete supply list in submission 
--Please include contact information. 
--Cards may be previously seen. If chosen, we respectfully request they be removed from any blogs or galleries. An 'Out for Publication' sign will be provided upon request. 
--send submissions to: ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com 

Holiday Projects:

The holidays are fast approaching, and Scrapbook News and Review is looking for your favorite holiday projects!! Submissions are being taken for altered goods and projects with a holiday theme---projects must reflect the religious nature of the holiday. How does your family keep Christ in Christmas? Do you have a favorite advent calendar? Advent Candles? Ornaments? Wall Hanging? Nativity Scene? Show us!!!! 

The Details: 

--All Projects should be submitted by October 12th. 
--Images should be no larger than 350 pixels on the longest side 
--Image names should include card name and your name...For Example:  Happy Birthday by Mary Smith.jpg 
--Please include complete supply list in submission 
--Please include contact information. 
--Cards may be previously seen. If chosen, we respectfully request they be removed from any blogs or galleries. An 'Out for Publication' sign will be provided upon request. 
--send submissions to: ahouse@scrapbooknewsandreview.com