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