June 2016
Dear Friend,
Some of you may already be aware that Adi Harris, our short-term mission co-ordinator, has been going through a nine-year battle with cancer. To mark the end of a six-month session of chemotherapy, it was suggested that some of our GLO family & friends could arrange a spectacular event to raise money for Cancer Research UK. "Let's climb Ben Nevis!", Angela & Liz in the Coffee Shop suggested! The fact that they hadn't walked further than the shops didn't seem to worry them.....
Before we knew it, a large team of walkers had signed up and training had begun for the big GLO Team challenge to the top of the highest mountain in the UK. The climb mirrors something of Adi's own struggle with cancer over the past nine years, and some of the vital lessons learned - keep pressing on, always be faithful, never lose faith. As Adi's wonderful grand-daughter, Holly, reminds him from her favourite Peter Rabbit story - 'A good rabbit never gives up!'
The GLO team members & friends who have signed up for the expedition are- Angela, Davy, Liz, Stephen, Debbie, Alan, Andy, Ruth, Adi, Sylivia, Caroline, Brian, Sam, Karen, David & Alan(Nutty). Please consider sponsoring the GLO team for this worthwhile cause. You can either donate at The GLO Bookshop or GLO Coffee Shop, or you can use the 'Just Giving' link set up by Adi - click HERE! Funds are being raised for Cancer Research UK, pioneering cancer research to help beat cancer sooner.
A reminder that we are planning to have a 'GLO Centre Garden Party' over Friday 10th & Saturday 11th June. You would be very welcome to join us as we have special discounts in the Bookshop, a special price for Cream Tea in the Coffee Shop*, a competition for adults with 'Servant Queen' book prizes to give away, a competition for kids with 'Bible Kings & Queens' activity books to give away and our second hand 50p book clearance will be running. Rumour also has it the GLO Bookshop staff will be dressed in suitable garden party attire! Please come along and join us for a bit of June fun and jollification!
We are now running towards the conclusion of our various 'Sunday School Gift & Prize' promotions, but there is still plenty of time to get some great bargains! In particular, we would draw your attention to the Lion & Candle 'Third Off' promotion - you can see details of the books in this great range by clicking HERE. In addition to these offers, a reminder that we always offer a minimum of 5% discount on books for giving to kids, plus free book presentation labels - plus the opportunity to come and actually SEE the books! If it's helpful, we can arrange a time for your teachers to meet down at The GLO Bookshop - if you book ahead, we'll provide free tea and coffee.
With our grateful thanks for your interest and support,
Andrew
* Cream tea only £2.50 each - pot of tea, choice of scone, jam and cream! Extras may incur additional charge. No booking required.
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Featured titles - 'Good News Bibles' at only £9.99!
Beleive it or not, the much-loved Good News Bible is now 50 years old! The first sections began to appear in the late 60s, with the full Bible being released in the early 1970's- I remember getting one as a Sunday school prize!! Collins, the UK publisher, has kindly put some of the hardback Good News Bibles onto special offer for the 50th Anniversary.
The Rainbow Bible is ideal for younger children, retaining the 24 beautiful full-colour paintings of children's favourite Bible stories. Brand new short introductions to each book have been written especially for children by the bestselling author of 'The Bible Book' Nick Page, who has also included a brief synopsis of each book's theme (e.g. for Genesis, 'It's all about... BEGINNINGS') The Rainbow Good News Bible is the perfect choice for primary school-aged children and will help to instil a love of Bible reading in children
The New Life Bible is ideal for young adults (aged 12+) who are discovering what the world has to offer and who are eager to find out what the Bible has to say about it all - in depth, yet in an enjoyable and non-threatening way. The edition to include a 64-page section of colourfully illustrated and down-to-earth articles offering summaries of Biblical teaching on everyday contemporary issues such as the Internet, food, abortion, sexuality, poverty, the media and many, many more.
The Sunrise Bible is an ideal easy-to-read Bible text, and would be ideal for an adult embarking on reading the Bible for the first time. There are specially written introductions to each book, which are short and immediately understandable. They make each book instantly accessible to all readers - and draws the reader to carry on reading!
Format: Hardback 960 pages (varies according to edition) These current editions published 2014 by Collins.
Normally £16.99- Available at Publisher Special Price of £9.99.
Featured titles - 'It's Your Move' Pack of Ten - Scripture Union
'It's Your Move!' has been given to over one million primary children across the UK each year since 2001 as part of a programme helping them make the transition from primary to secondary school. This revised edition features all-new real-life story profiles and articles, more interactive elements and an updated cover image. This pack of ten represents a significant saving on the single book price, and is ideal for giving to groups of children making the transition in your church or local school
It is a big deal moving from primary to secondary school. At 11 or 12, children are used to the secure environment of primary school, where their friends are close by. Now they're leaping into a much bigger, unfamiliar place where there's lots of teenage kids rushing about- small fish in a BIG pond springs to mind!
But it's not all bad. Its full of opportunities and adventures and Scripture Unions book Its Your Move is there to reassure children embarking on the next part of their educational journey, reminding them that God is always with them.
Format: Paperback 64 pages
Published 2015 by Scripture Union
Normally £20.00- Available at Newsletter Special Price of £17.00, post & packing in UK - as per GLO Bookshop normal scales.
Also available - 'Get Ready, Go!' for children starting Primary School, with packs of FIVE at £9.50 per pack.
Featured title - 'Why Me?' PB - Roger Carswell
The question of why we suffer is never just academic. At one point or another it becomes personal.
In this moving book you’ll read the stories of twelve ordinary people who have known what it is to suffer. They can’t all answer the question ‘Why?’ but they do have an extraordinary hope despite what has happened to them.
As you read their painful, true stories, you’ll see that it is their faith in Jesus that has kept them going as they turned to Him for help during the darkest times of their lives. Well-known evangelist Roger Carswell shares how you, too, can have a hope and a future, even if you’re in the midst of a difficult time. A very suitable and helpful book for Christian & non-Christian alike.
Format: Paperback 128 pages
Published 01/06/2016 by 10 Publishing.
Normally £5.99- Available at Newsletter Special Price of £5.00, post & packing in UK - FREE
Dates for your diary and Special offer!
'Praise Gathering - Called to Worship'- Glasgow Royal Concert Hall- Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June 7.30pm
'Praise Gathering' make a welcome return to the stage of the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with over 350 voices from 140 churches accompanied by the Praise Gathering band. To remind yourself of this wonderful event (and look forward to the next one), we have a wee special on the Praise Gathering 'This is our God' DVD, featuring Kristyn Getty, Bethany Goodine, Brad Goodine and Gamucharai Nhengu at only £2.99 -not only great soloists and choral singing, but also good fun spotting the 'weel kent' faces singing with the choir!
Tickets for the two 2016 concerts are only available from the Royal Concert Hall direct-www.glasgowconcerthalls.com- 0141 353 8000. More information is available from www.praise-gathering.org.uk.
Date for your diary- Lou Fellingham 'Unplugged in Strathaven'- Sunday 26th June 7.00pm
It's a busy weekend coming up! In a much smaller and more intimate setting, top Christian vocalist Lou Fellingham is performing in three different Scottish venues- Ayr, Kirkcaldy and, more locally, Strathaven Evangelical Church. Accompanied by her husband, Nathan, Lou will be singing a selection of the songs made famous through her band, Phatfish, and other worship songs. Tickets will be £8 each, and can be obtained directly from Strathaven Evangelical Church- email address HERE.
Date for your diary - Tilsley College Graduation Service Friday 17th June 7.30pm
You would be welcome to join with us as our 2015 -2016 Certificate and Diploma students (along with those from Joshua and First Serve) celebrate the completion of their courses. This is always a significant event in the life of the College, as the students pass onto a new phase in their lives- some returning to secular work, some going on to further study and some into Christian ministry. Please come and support the students as they share their experiences, and we pray together for their future plans. The guest speaker will be Sammy Gibson from Northern Ireland.
For further information, please contact Erika Raigne E - college@glo-europe.org T - 01698 266776
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