The Lighthouse

"ObamaCare"

2012-02-13T13:37:00.003-05:00

How do you feel about "ObamaCare" Is there really a difference between asking the insurance company to pay for birth control pills and asking the employers to pay for them? We all know that someone will pay, and it will not be the insurance company. It will be reflected in our premiums, but not listed as such. Did you know that birth control pills included in the mandate are the "day after pills" which are in fact abortion inducing pills? Is this really just a Catholic issue folks? What is your position? This new coverage begins in 2013 for everyone. The following are articles and/or websites. Be informed and be aware....
ACLJ.org
New York Post 2/9 Catholic Bash May be O's undoing.
Wall Street Journal 2/9 The Real Trouble with the Birth Control Mandate
The Post Star 2/11 Obama issues birth control compromise
The Post Star 2/11 The Gospel according to Obama commentary by Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Charles Krauthammer
The Wall Street Journal 2/11 update economic impact article analyzes who will really pay for birth control pills - YOU

2012-02-02T15:21:00.004-05:00

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The Knots Prayer

2012-01-19T13:27:00.001-05:00

Dear God, please untie the knots that are in my mind, my heart and my life. Remove the have nots, the can nots and the do nots that I have in my mind. Erase the will nots, may nots, and might nots that find a home in my heart. Release me from the could nots, would nots and should nots that obstruct my life. And most of all, dear God, I ask that you remove from my heart, my heart and my life all of the am nots that I have allowed to hold me back, especially the thought that I am not good enough. Amen.

Courageous

2012-01-16T14:42:00.002-05:00

The Courageous DVD releases tomorrow Tuesday, 1/17! Come to the Lighthouse or visit our website at www.lighthousebooksource.com and get your copy today. The Christian store version has special features that you can't get in a secular store. So support your local Christian bookstore today! We'll all be thankful you did.

Free Popcorn Fridays

2012-01-10T14:00:00.002-05:00

Come visit The Lighthouse on Fridays and get Free Popcorn and a Free DVD rental! In celebration of the New Year on our late night hours on Friday (until 7pm) we are encouraging you to spend time with family and/or friends. Games, movies, etc are great ways to foster being together. And remember it's only a week until the Courageous DVD releases.

Most Recent Report Figures

2011-12-29T13:23:00.001-05:00

I wanted to pass along this awesome testimony from Jim Harrelson of Operation Christmas Child. "Good News of Great Joy! 6,035,032 (and counting!) shoe box gifts and Gospel Opportunities from the USA in 2011 (5,800,000 goal)! WOW! 8,620,009 (and counting) shoe box gifts internationally (8,500,000 goal)! We will not have final numbers until early January, 2012. What an incredible blessing. The Lord has again faithfully provided! The Gospel is being advanced around the world. For such a time as this we are part of a worldwide movement of the Holy Spirit of God to gather children to Jesus so they may hear about and respond to His love and forgiveness, and be sent out to share with others. We are right in the middle of taking the most powerful truth, the Gospel, to the most receptive hearts, the children. Such is our opportunity and privilege!"

After Christmas Sale

2011-12-27T13:10:00.002-05:00

Celebrating the extended Christmas season with 30% off all Christmas product in stock. Sale ends on January 7th.

Also for your information. As a tie in with the DVD release of Courageous later this month a new line of T-shirts and hats will be available. Take this incredible family message to the streets with your choice of Courageous clothing.

2011-12-19T15:08:00.007-05:00

Host a COURAGEOUS Movie Night for New Year's Eve!
Courageous Movie Event KitPurchase the authorized movie event license for group showings. Kit includes:
COURAGEOUS movie on DVD-includes 2 hours of special features
Authorized Public Exhibition License - 1 full year, unlimited showings
Five (5) COURAGEOUS posters - 18"x24"
Campaign Planning Guide

Avg. Weekly Church Attendance:Which License Do I Choose?
$99.00 = 0 - 100 People (Small)

$199.00 = 101 - 1,000 People (Standard)

$299.00 = 1,000 + People (Large)
* Courageous Church Movie Event Kits Shipping Now!

Go to www.providentfilms.org/courageous for more information

Holiday Hours

2011-12-19T13:51:00.002-05:00

It's Holiday season and we've got different hours! We're open until 7pm on Thursday and Friday night. Christmas Eve we are closing at 5pm. We will be closed on Christmas Day 12/25 and Monday 12/26. New Year's Eve we will be closing at 4pm! Closed on New Year's Day 1/1 and Monday 1/2. After the first of the year we will be open until 7pm on Thursday nights.

Operation Christmas Child

2011-11-10T13:35:00.003-05:00

Just a reminder to all of our faithful friends of Operation Christmas Child that collection week is next week - Monday, Nov 14- Saturday, Nov 19. We will be collecting daily. Please call the store if you have a large number of boxes you are dropping off. We will attempt to have extra hands to help you unload!
The Lighthouse
761-9658

2011-10-04T14:32:00.002-04:00

Join us for this special event - Silversyde live!
Friday, October 21 at 6pm

Courageous the Movie

2011-09-07T15:01:00.003-04:00

OCC at the Senior Center

2011-08-30T15:09:00.004-04:00

Here are some pictures from our recent craft day at the Glens Falls Senior Center for Operation Christmas Child

2011 Women of Faith "Imagine"

2011-08-29T14:49:00.003-04:00

This is an invitation to all women out there; if you are in a place where you need to be inspired, encouraged or just need some fun-filled "girl time" then your going to want to save the date of the 11/11/11 and hop on the bus with us to attend this year's Women of Faith Conference Imagine, in Hartford, CT. Speakers this year include Luci Swindoll, Shelia Walsh, Lisa Harper and Angie Smith. Musical guests are Mary Mary & Natalie Grant. Drama by Nicole Johnson. Special guest will be Dr. Henry Cloud, one of the original "boys" from the New Life Live Ministries. This is a seeker friendly event and is your opportunity to invite that friend, coworker, neighbor or family member that you have always wanted to. Our conference package includes; round trip transportation on a deluxe motor coach, 2 day event ticket, hotel accommodations, lunch both days, and a Women of Faith T-Shirt. All women from the area are encouraged to attend. If interested call Pine Knolls Alliance Church office at 518-793-7101 for more information. We can't "imagine" being there without you! Dawn Palmer

The First Gardener

2011-08-27T10:55:00.002-04:00

Have the tissues ready. I cried reading "the first gardener" by Denise Hildreth Jones. Finally had to go get the box of tissues. It is such a GOOD read. I was hooked on the story line and could feel for the characters. Jones writes in very realistic prose. You could believe her work of fiction was true. I loved the zany characters of Eugenia's friends. Excellently done. There interactions were consistent and they fully evolved, even though they weren't the main characters. Jeremiah was a quite, wise soul. His gentleness and character made you fall in love with him. His working hand in hand with the "master gardener" showed how we can pray without ceasing and obey His voice, even in our day to day things. I kept thinking there was more to his story. I'm glad Jones wrapped up the book with his "story." Gray and Mackenzie were the perfect blend of lovers and friends. There emotions were realistic and believable. Overall I felt Jones did an excellent job and connecting feelings with actions, as well as showing us the thinking behind those actions. We all act differently but God made us that way. We are worthy of giving and receiving love no matter who we are or where we are in our story.

Beneath the Night Tree

2011-08-23T14:33:00.003-04:00

"Beneath the Night Tree" by Nicole Baart. I love the way Baart strings together words to paint a beautiful and poignant picture. The main character Julia has many things to balance. A single mother, an employee, a student, an abandoned 10 year old brother, an aging Grandmother, a boyfriend in medical school, and the newly interested father of her son. Julia thinks she knows what she wants and endeavors to create that life. Her control over everything is an effort to stay afloat. She finds that life is not under her control and God is there all along the way. Yet she struggles with knowing God is there and still trying to be the one to handle it all. As she continues her journey she is faced with her feelings, fears and failures. Near the end of her journey (the book's end) she realizes something "God chased after me, and I ran stumbling in the dark, ignoring His advances. I pined for lost mothers and fell from dizzying heights. I never stopped long enough to turn and look Him full in the face. To see that everything I was looking for had been right there all along." How true that is in real life as well.

The touch

2011-08-23T14:21:00.002-04:00

I still haven't finished the book I was reading when I last posted. But I've read 2 others in the meantime! "The Touch" by Randall Wallace was a very good read. Andrew Jones has it all. His life is perfect. His lady, Faith has accepted his proposal and he has "the touch." The rising neurosurgeon is acclaimed for his skill and his talents. But in an instant his abilities as a doctor are not enough. He fails. this begins the next chapter in Jones life. One of walls and fortresses to keep out the possibility of failure or pain. He doesn't trust himself and thus doesn't practice surgery again. He begins to teach and use his skills as a doctor to heal people in non-life threatening ways. The other main character in the story is Lara. She is driven to perfect the unknown, impossible brain surgery technique that takes her mothers life. She pursues Jones in an attempt to do what no other can do. The story line continues from there as each character is challenged to trust in himself and in someone higher, God. Will they use the talents, or "the touch" that God has given them, or will they let fear prevent them from doing what God has created them to do? I won't tell you. You'll have to read it to find out yourself.

The Brotherhood

2011-08-12T11:05:00.003-04:00

I really have been reading for the Summer Reading Program. Currently the book I am reading is not holding my attention and it's taking forever to finish. So I read another book in the meantime!! This review is really about "The Brotherhood" by Jerry Jenkins. This book not only held my interest, but I finished it in less than 24 hours.

I really enjoyed a book with strong male characters. So hard to find good Christian fiction with the main character being a man. Jenkins wove a realistic story of how a man has it all, and sees how "he" is the reason he has it all. Yeah, he believes in God, but it's his work that has brought him to the point he is. How sad when Boone Drake losses everything and finds he really didn't have faith at all.

His pastor Fransisco Sosa is a perfect example of what a Christian friend should be. He never guesses at the things he can't answer. He never forces himself on Boone, but also doesn't back down from taking a stand for what is true.

Boone's journey of faith was realistic and emotional. His attempts at prayer (as he puts it. Prayer is prayer.) make him question his own motives and the shaky faith he has. Enter the "bad" guy turned good, PC. As a cop drama it is no surprise that an inmate turns to Jesus and Boone is pulled into the resulting plan of PC's to redeem his past.

Every page of the book takes you further into Boone's journey of faith. Realistic and gripping. I want the next book to come out!

Gray Matter

2011-07-22T16:53:00.003-04:00

I LOVE this doctor. Gray Matter by David Levy is an excellent book. I may not have even thought about reading it if a customer hadn't special ordered it. It looked good and was on the list of Tyndale's summer reading program so why not? Dr. Levy's transparency and humility on his journey of faith is inspiring and convicting. You could understand his fears and the pressures on him as a neurosurgeon. Knowing that God was calling him to pray with his patients not just for them was a HUGE leap of faith. I was drawn into the real life drama of the patients and a genuinely caring doctor. You had to keep reading because you didn't know where God would take him or a patient next. Never have I heard of a doctor putting himself and his faith on the line, as Dr. Levy did. Spiritually the book applies to you no matter where you are in your life. His insight and passion about forgiveness and relationships changes him, his patients, and you the reader. God is good regardless and we all need to learn that and be reminded of that. A must read!

Growing Up Amish

2011-07-17T18:25:00.003-04:00

I just finished Growing Up Amish by Ira Wagler. A relatively quick read full of emotion to keep you involved. I liked reading an Amish story from a male point of view. Better still was that Ira lived it. It isn't fiction. It was so hard to read his spiritual struggle; trying so hard to feel at peace. Within a super strict Amish community he felt his life was strangling him. Outside that community, feelings of home and the desire to belong pulled him back. He was in a constant tug of war between freedom and stability. Ira was never happy in either world, as his condition was spiritual not physical. How sad that in such a religious upbringing he constantly felt lost and so alone. Feeling God was so distant and removed from his life, Ira didn't know if there was a God. Even with a large family he never learned to communicate and therefore never knew how to let someone in. Thus became a pattern of leaving and returning. Never begin content anywhere. Ira stated "a mental choice, absent real internal change, is no choice at all." He tried to be Amish, but could never change the way he felt deep inside. Again, it was spiritual not physical. Ira knew he was lost, but didn't have any idea how to change that. I was so relieved when Sam walked into his life, and shared Jesus with his life and his words. What a revelation that Ira had when he realized he could leave and not be lost. "That the box of Amish life and culture might provide some protection, but it could never bring salvation." His yearning to be free was finally achieved when Christ set him free.

The Twelth Imam

2011-07-16T10:54:00.002-04:00

I've checked another one off the list. The Twelth Imam by Joel C Rosenberg. I cannot believe that I read a book with well over 400 pages only to have it end abruptly. I screamed, "what? How could you end like that?" The story doesn't have a conclusion at all! There better be a sequel. I was drawn into the political novel, that reads more like current events. The story centers around the return of the Muslim Mahdi (Messiah) or the Twelfth Imam. Characters like David/Reza are constantly in a state of guilt, or conviction. David/Reza hates the life of lies he lives as a CIA operative, yet is driven to protect the world and prevent another 9/11. It was interesting to think about the Muslim's point of view versus the Christians in the rise of the anti-Christ - the Twelfth Imam. So much of Christian literature, fact or fiction, is from the point of view of the Christian. The novel spent time in Muslim eschatology, giving facts to a fictional plot. What a powerful portrayal of the lengths Christ will go to show His love to the lost. I loved the "visitations." An equally powerful portrayal of the power and influence the anti-Christ will have. As typical with Rosenberg's writing you could easily imagine things happening just as he portrays; a prophetic novel of sorts. I highly recommend this book. Just be prepared to be left hanging!

The boy who came back from heaven

2011-07-15T09:23:00.004-04:00

I've just finished reading The boy who came back from heaven by Kevin Malarkey. Wow! This book was not only an amazing story, but thought provoking and convicting. Alex Malarey's testimony of God's continual presence and involvement in our lives is real and powerful. Pictures say a thousand words and looking at the x-rays of his internal decapitation and then his pictures now. Only God could do that!! Alex's story is full of glory to God and the power of prayer. This book made me think about how a little child should lead them. Alex's lack of spiritual "education" made his experience even more powerful. Only through the power of prayer and God's miraculous intervention could Alex still be here. As a family member of someone who was involved in an awful accident, I could relate to the emotional rollercoaster that the Malarkeys were on. Each victory is another lesson in care and adjustment. I too know that through the power of prayer and the body of Christ, one can make it through things you'd never imagine you could. God equips you when you need it. An encouraging read. Highly recommend!

I've read another - My Foolish Heart

2011-07-07T10:31:00.003-04:00

My first 5 book reviews were all accepted so I just chose my first free book from Tyndale's Sumer Reading Program. Woo Hoo! I've just finished my 6th book - My Foolish Heart by Susan May Warren. I've read most of her novels and once again enjoyed her writing. The plot was a little predictable. Boy meets girl. Sparks fly. Etc. Etc. Yet as with Warren's books the storyline is worth a read, sprinkled with gems of truth along the way. I like the characters struggles; believable and understandable. Each character in their own way was trying to love themselves, others and God. They struggled to accept themselves in God's gracious, or as Warren puts it, foolish love. She states "God loved most foolishly. He came into the dark world to rescue peple who might never love Him back." In the author's notes at the end she says, "It felt blasphemous to write that. God is not foolish. But He is love. Big, overwhelming, incogruous love that looks foolish. A love that, even now, doesn't seem wise.... But see that's the amazing part. His love is perfect. Not messy. Not uneven. Consistent. Overwhelming. Freeing. Life-changing. And He offers it to us, no strings attached." That was really the whole point of her book. Our foolish heart tries to do everything ourselves to be worth of love and we miss the point. God's love is offered to us, no strings attached. "My Foolish Heart" is worth the read.

Look to the East - Summer Reading Program

2011-07-04T15:40:00.003-04:00

I've just finished reading #5 on my list for Tyndale's Summer Reading Program. "Look to the East" by Maureen Lang. Julitte is a very complex character that draws you into the story line. There is mystery and intrique into her personage. Why do the townspeople treat her they way they do? Why does she have the faith she does? What compels her to live life as she does? Set in occupied French territory during World War I, the plot surrending Julitte deepens and becomes more dangerous. Once again you question what Julitte will do. The story is filled with misplaced faith and the quest for real faith in God. Definetly worth your read. I look forward to the next book in the Great War Series "Springtime of the Spirit."

While the world watched - Summer Reading Program

2011-06-30T17:41:00.003-04:00

I've just finished number 4 on my list... While the world watched by Carolyn Maul McKinstry. It wasnt' my favorite story. Being as I was not alive during the civil rights nightmare of the 60's I was reading history I knew very little about. Historically I was facinated by the story and disheartened by how little was done for so very long... But the story was difficult to follow. She went in no particular order and I was constantly wondering where this event fit in the overall story. I had to often refer to the timeline in the front of the book. I also felt the placement of letters or excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. were distracting. She quoted so many of his speeches, yet not always by the copy of the speech. Maybe an appendix in the back of the book, listing his speeches would have been better? A good read for the historical facts and first hand accounts from Carolyn Maul McKinstry a surviver of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church Bombing.

Her daughter's dream - Summer Reading Program

2011-06-27T12:03:00.004-04:00

WOW! What an incredible book. I laughed. I cried. I cheered. I got angry. The characters were so realistic. Rivers has done it again. I was drawn into the story and couldn't put it down. There were enough twists and turns in the plot that I wasn't able to "predict" what would happen next. You must start with the first book, "Her Mother's Hope" before "Her Daughter's Dream" as they trace the family for 5 generations. All to often we find that family history repeats itself, as was the case in this story. Marta said in her journal, "we try to do a little better than the previous geneneration and find out in the end we've made the same mistakes without intending. Instead of striving to love as God first loved us, we let past hurts and grievances rule." I walked away from this series challenged to examine my heart, my motives, my words. One line I particularly liked was "It's not about what you've done. It's about what you're going to do now." May we examine ourselves, ask for forgiveness where needed, and let Christ shape our future.

Tyndale's Summer Reading Program

2011-06-24T21:20:00.002-04:00

Tyndale has a Summer Reading Program in which you get rewarded with free books. For every 5 books, from their list, that you read and review on social media sites you earn a free book. I signed up and will be sharing my thoughts over the next few weeks. check it out at http://mediacenter.tyndale.com -Cindy

Charlotte Processing Center

2010-12-07T15:48:00.004-05:00

Our trip to the processing center for Operation Christmas Child in Charlotte NC, Dec. 2-4, 2010

Final report on OCC

2010-11-23T13:52:00.003-05:00

We just wanted to report that The Lighthouse made it's goal of 2500 shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. Actually 2584 for the final count! Thank you one and all for your love in a box. Without you we never could reach this many children around the world with the love of Christ!

Music Video: Love in a Box by Melisa Bester

2010-09-28T16:01:00.002-04:00

This video is so beautiful. Watch and enjoy!

Operation Christmas Child

2010-08-26T15:41:00.002-04:00

Shoeboxes are here at The Lighthouse! Help us reach our goal of 2500 shoebox gifts for Operation Christmas Child. That's almost 200 more than last year. We have shoeboxes, labels, posters, DVDs, etc. Remember the power of a simple gift!!

Sweetpea Party

2010-08-11T13:35:00.006-04:00

Check out some of the beautiful princesses we have here at The Lighthouse! These pictures were taken at our Premier Party for Sweetpea Beauty the lastest VeggieTales.

Sweetpea Beauty Party

2010-07-26T16:25:00.002-04:00

Hear Ye! Hear Ye! All daughters of the King ages 4&up are invited to the premier showing of "Sweetpea Beauty" at The Lighthouse. Friday, August 6 at 1:00(Sold Out)and 3:00pm. Cost is $3.00 and includes movie, snack, craft and Princess goody bags! Please bring 3 or 4 pictures of your child for our craft.

Also special discount coupon for our grown up princesses that day! Come join the fun. Space is limited - RSVP necessary 761-9658

"Sweetpea Beauty" is the newest VeggieTales release - available at The Lighthouse and www.lighthousebooksource.com on July 31, 2010.

2010-07-01T14:44:00.008-04:00

It's a wrap! Today we received an email stating that the new movie "Courageous" is done filming! "Courageous" is from Sherwood Pictures, the makers of Flywheel, Facing the Giants, and Fireproof. "Courageous" will release next year. Check out this youtube clip of the movie or go to courageousthemovie.com

God Bless America

2010-06-24T13:34:00.004-04:00

It is almost the 4th of July; the "birthday" of America. Consider how God "shed his grace" on the birth of our nation. Here at The Lighthouse and at http://www.lighthousebooksource.com/ we have "Battlefields and Blessings" a wonderful series of devotional books that remind us of our freedoms here in America and the sacrifices others have made to make that freedom possible!

-Stories of faith and courage from America's Revolutionary War features inspiring accounts from the lives of patriots who looked heavenward in the times of conflict. Through era letters, diaries and sermons, plus scripture and a brief prayer, each day explores timeless themes.

The others in this series are on the Civil War, WWII, Iraq and Afghanistan, and the newest is on firefighters and first responders.

As we celebrate America let us never forget those who have made our country possible. Nor those that are still serving...

As a reminder we have Soldier care packages for $10.00 here at The Lighthouse. There are still many sizes available in our $5.99 patriotic T-shirt sale. We also have pins, bracelets, and additional materials to use as we celebrate God and country!

Saturday Hours

2010-06-10T15:56:00.002-04:00

Saturdays in July and August, The Lighthouse will close at 4:00pm

Summer reading "treasure" program

2010-06-10T15:51:00.002-04:00

Books are a treasure! Sign up your child(ren) ages 5-12 for our summer reading "treasure" program and get your "treasure" list at The Lighthouse. Each child must read 12 books between June 26-August 28. Record titles on your "treasure" sheet. Bring your filled sheet in by Sept. 11th and go on a "treasure hunt" in the Lightouse. Everyone "wins."

Hurricanes in Paradise

2010-06-03T14:52:00.003-04:00

A summer must read; Hurricanes in Paradise by Denise Hildreth. Here's an excerpt: "When Riley Sinclair stepped into her new job as director of guest relations at a posh resort on Paradise Island, she felt the final pieces of her once-broken life coming together. But the waters become choppy when Riley discovers that some who come to the Atlantis Hotel are accompanied by paralyzing secrets and overwhelming fears. Riley and three guests are in desperate but unknowing need of each other, eventually forging unlikely yet powerful friendships. With a hurricane headed straight for the island, together they embark on a journey of laughter, heartache, and healing." Hurricanes in Paradise is available at The Lighthouse and http://www.lighthousebooksource.com/

Adopt a Soldier Box

2010-06-03T14:33:00.002-04:00

We have been informed of an opportunity to provide soldiers with a carepackage from home. For $10.00 you can purchase a prepacked box. Include a personal note if you'd like and you're done. What an easy and economical way to show support for our troops abroad! Stop in to The Lighthouse today if you have any questions or to purchase a box.

Take The 5 Love Languages profile with this widget

2010-05-24T14:50:00.001-04:00

2010-05-24T14:41:00.005-04:00

Take the quiz. Tell us what you think! Is it accurate? The Five Love Languages is available for couples, teens and kids. All are available at The Lighthouse and http://www.lighthousebooksource.com/

Silent Auction

2010-05-06T13:36:00.003-04:00

We're having another Silent Auction to benefit our soldiers. As always great deals can be had. Simply stop in, make a bid and if you win, we'll call you! All proceeds of the auction will be used for shipping more care packages to our soldiers overseas. Silent Auction to be held in the conference room of The Lighthouse the week of May 17.

Dove Awards

2010-04-29T14:03:00.003-04:00

Did you know that the 41st Annual GMA Dove Awards was held last week? Did you also know that The Lighthouse Gifts, Books & Music as well as our website www.lighthousebooksource.com has many of this years Dove Award winners for sale? As always we'll special order any not in stock that you may wish. Here is a partial list of this year's winners:

ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Casting Crowns

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Sidewalk Prophets

SONG OF THE YEAR: "By Your Side" Tenth Avenue North

MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR: Brandon Heath

FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR: Francesca Battistelli

GROUP OF THE YEAR: Needtobreath

POP/CONTEMPORARY SONG: "City on a Hill" on Tonight by Toby Mac

POP/CONTEMPORARY ALBUM: The Long Fall Back to Earth by Jars of Clay

ROCK/CONTEMPORARY SONG: "Lay 'Em Down" on The Outsiders by Needtobreathe

ROCK/CONTEMPORARY ALBUM: The Outsiders by Needtobreathe

ROCK SONG: "Mess of Me" on Hello Hurricane by Switchfoot

INSPIRATIONAL ALBUM: Fearless by Phillips, Craig & Dean

COUNTRY ALBUM: The Reason by Diamond Rio

RAP/HIP HOP ALBUM: Five Two Television by KJ52

SOUTHERN GOSPEL ALBUM: Gaither Vocal Band Reunited by Gaither Vocal Band

PRAISE AND WORSHIP ALBUM: Church Music by David Crowder Band

Stop in today and check them out!

VBS

2010-04-22T14:47:00.003-04:00

Just a reminder that we have VBS materials from 3 different companies, SONQUEST RAIN FOREST (Gospel Light) HIGH SEAS EXPEDITION (Group Publishing) HERO HEADQUARTERS (Standard Publishing). Order from us and save 10% and no shipping costs!

Book Signing

2010-04-22T14:36:00.004-04:00

The final details need to be figured out, but it's official.... Christa Parrish's (our local author) husband, Chris Coppernoll, will be coming to The Lighthouse for a book signing. If you have not read any of Chris' fiction works, get one today. He has written Providence, A Beautiful Fall and Screen Play. We just read Screen Play and it is definitely a well written book. It was interesting that he wrote the book from the main character's point of view, a woman's point of view. Think that a man can't write what a woman would think? Think again! Buy Screen Play and Chris' other books here at The Lighthouse. And don't forget Christa's 2 books, Home Another Way and Watch over Me.

Letters to God

2010-04-15T14:18:00.005-04:00

This week some of us from The Lighthouse went to see the movie "Letters to God" down at Crossgates Mall. What an incredible movie! Bring your tissues. You'll need them.

“Letters to God” is the true story about 8 year-old Tyler, who wrote letters addressed to God. These letters were Tyler's way of praying; it was his way of talking with God about the things that were really important to him and about the things he had questions about. These letters didn't only help Tyler deal with facing cancer but also worked to change the faith of those closest to him."

The book and movie soundtrack at available at www.lighthousebooksource.com and at The Lighthouse

Son of Hamas

2010-04-15T14:12:00.004-04:00

Since he was a small boy, Mosab Hassan Yousef has had an inside view of the deadly terrorist group Hamas. The oldest son of Sheikh Hassan Yousef, a founding member of Hamas and one of its most popular leaders, young Mosab assisted his father for years in his political activities while being groomed to assume his legacy, politics, status . . . and power. But everything changed when Mosab turned away from terror and violence, and embraced instead the teachings of another famous Middle Eastern leader. In Son of Hamas, Mosab Yousef reveals new information about the world’s most dangerous terrorist organization and unveils the truth about his own role, his agonizing separation from family and homeland, the dangerous decision to make his newfound faith public, and his belief that the Christian mandate to “love your enemies” is the only way to peace in the Middle East. Pick up your copy today at The Lighthouse or http://www.lighthousebooksource.com/

Field Trip

2010-04-01T14:03:00.003-04:00

Calvary Preschool (Glens Falls) came to The Lighthouse Gifts, Books & Music for an Easter Field Trip. The children enjoyed an interactive storytime, and activity that they got to take home and snack. Eggbert and Woofer the Watchdog made cameo apppearances, much to the children's delight! Have you considered The Lighthouse for a field trip? Let us know if we can do a storytime for your group!

To Save A Life

2010-03-18T14:26:00.004-04:00

The movie had a great opening weekend and has been extended until April 8. Please go see this movie and take a teen or young adult with you!

The Park Theatre, 14 Park Street, Glens Falls will be showing the movie To Save a Life beginning March 26 - April 1. The movie will be shown daily at 4:00 and 7:00. Please support this movie. Pray for the movie to touch lives and open hearts to the Gospel.

Fiction New Release

2010-03-18T14:13:00.003-04:00

There are new books by some of our favorite authors that have either just released or are about to. "Her Mother's Hope" the first of the epic 2 part saga by Francine Rivers has just released. "Take Three" the next in the Above the Line series by Karen Kingsbury is due out at the end of the month! And "The Telling" book three in the Seasons of Grace series by Beverly Lewis releases the beginning of April. Call The Lighthouse today to reserve your copy!

Lots of stuff happening here and around The Lighthouse

2010-03-11T14:11:00.007-05:00

Saturday, March 13 at 1:30pm we are sponsoring the showing of Pistachio: Father nose best. This is the latest VeggieTales! Showing at the Crandall Library, Glen Street, Glens Falls. Call the Crandall Library for more details and ticket information!

Saturday, March 20 from 9am-3pm there will be a community Festival of Praise entitled, "Singing for Someone Else's Supper." This will be held at Christ Church on the corner of Bay and Washington, Glens Falls, NY. Bring a non-perishable food item to support local food pantries. And cash donation will be for Christ Church Saturday Suppers and the Open Door Soup Kitchen.

Friday, March 26 the movie, To Save A Life will be showing at the new Park Theatre on Park Street in Glens Falls. This movie has rave reviews and is highly recommended for youth workers and youth groups.

Saturday. March 27 we will be having another Cookie Swap and Share. Bring some cookies. Take some cookies. It's an excellent time to share Christ's love with Seniors, shut-ins, etc.

We are also working on bringing in a local author, from the Saratoga area for a book signing. Ladean Warner's book, "The Keeper of Darkness." check out her book at http://www.ladeanwarner.com/

This information and so much more is on our Facebook page. Check it out!

Daniel's Fast

2010-01-18T15:44:00.003-05:00

"What if you could grow closer to God and improve your health in just 21 days? Susan Gregory, "The Daniel Fast Blogger," has a plan to help you do just that. Widely recognized as the expert on this 21-day fast inspired by the book of Daniel, Susan has helped thousands of people discover a safe and healthy way to fast. The principles you learn from The Daniel Fast will change the way you view food, your body, and your relationship with the one who created you. Includes 21 days' worth of Daniel Fast recipes!

Maybe you've heard of the Daniel's Fast made popular by Jentezen Franklin. Maybe you've even thought of doing it. Susan has a lot of additional information and helps on her websites http://Daniel-Fast.com and http://DanielFast.wordpress.com She includes a guideline brochure you can print and take shopping with you. A meal planning guide, and other resources to help you in your fast. Check it out and start a New Year by doing a 21 one day fast.

The Daniel Fast is available at The Lighthouse as well as our website www.lighthousebooksource.com

Relief for Haiti

2010-01-14T17:08:00.004-05:00

We are all shocked and disturbed by the terrible calamity in Haiti. Life as that country knows it has forever changed. Please remember to pray for the Haitians, the relief workers and the government leaders making decisions. If you want to find other ways to help, please remember to carefully check out the relief organization you're considering. Many of them are wonderful, but some... Here is a link to Samaritan's Purse that you might find informative and helpful. http://www.samaritanspurse.org/

Movie Month

2009-12-28T14:14:00.002-05:00

January is Movie Month at The Lighthouse. Rent one, Get one rental free. Our rentals are 5 nights. Stop in today and pick some up to keep you entertained on our cold snowy, days!

Priceless Video Clip

2009-12-23T14:00:00.003-05:00

The below link is from an actual child receiving his shoebox from Operation Christmas Child. Sally and Cindy saw this during the trip to NC. It is priceless. And just think.. this little guy hasn't even opened it yet!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFZBcB1a3Dk

Operation Christmas Child

2009-12-07T17:41:00.004-05:00

We're back for the processing center in Charlotte, NC. WOW. It is truly an experience you can not really relate in mere words. To be part of 1000 volunteers daily working to give this Christmas away. It is an experience to rival any other. We collected over 2300 boxes this year. Praise God. I'll post some pictures of from our trip soon. Thank you to those who prayed, supported and stepped in to fill our roles as we served some of God's precious children..

Give This Christmas Away

2009-11-19T15:00:00.007-05:00

Cookie Swap and Share Party. Saturday, December 12th from 3-6pm please join us for a Cookie Swap and Share Party. Bring 4 dozen cookies (1-2 kinds or more variety if you prefer). Others will be doing the same. You can find a nice assortment to take home to your family and prepare a small portion (or several small portions) to give to a shut in or a single person in your neighborhood or church.

Operation Christmas Child Update

2009-11-19T14:50:00.003-05:00

Well it's Thursday as I write this and we have officially "relayed" 1455 boxes to their destination after us. There are more awaiting tomorrows pick-up. Thank you and thank God! Our goal is 2100 so we are still in need of your boxes! It's not too late to get involved. We are collecting through Saturday, November 21 at 4:00pm. Please remember that we ARE NOT collecting on Monday, November 23. Help us get those last 645 boxes and bless the lives of children all over the world!!

A special thank you to the Lake George Rotary Club who participated for the first time this year. They packed over 100 shoebox gifts! What a fun and busy night! And we thank Dr. Ida and his wife Margaret for catching the vision of Operation Christmas Child and getting the Rotary club involved! May God bless you.

Stories to teach Thanksgiving

2009-11-12T14:15:00.005-05:00

Give Thanks to the Lord is a fun, rhyming take on Thanksgiving that will help kids truly understand the meaning of the holiday. In this heartwarming story that references Psalm 92, award-winning children’s author Karma Wilson tells a story about the Thanksgiving holiday that hits just the right tone. Told from the point of view of one young member of an extended family, Give Thanks to the Lord celebrates all the joys of the autumn holiday, from the arrival of distant relatives to a cozy house filled with noisy good cheer to apple cider and the delicious smells of roasting turkey and baking pies. And just when mouths are watering, the family sits down, holds hands, and says a prayer of thanks to God for “food and fun and family, all the wonderful things we see.” Young readers will delight in each tender rhyme as they learn to appreciate their own many blessings in this full-color picture book for kids.

Saying Grace tells the story of one girl and her discovery of the value of mealtime prayer at her family’s first Thanksgiving. Journey back in time with Grace and relive both the hardships and blessings along with her pioneer family. Find special mealtime prayers and Thanksgiving activities inside!

Both of these excellent books are available here at The Lighthouse or on our website www.lighthousebooksource.com

Operation Christmas Child

2009-11-12T13:42:00.005-05:00

Collection Week is here! Already we have lots and lots of boxes! WOO HOO! Our goal is 2100 shoebox gifts this year. It won't be possible without you. New groups are getting involved and faithful groups are adding to their numbers. Thank you. For more information on this great project visit http://www.samaritanspurse.org/ or call The Lighthouse at 761-9658

The Great Christmas Bowl

2009-10-21T15:53:00.004-04:00

In a novella destined to become a holiday classic, The Great Christmas Bowl will have you laughing one minute and swallowing the lump in your throat the next. Susan May Warren has done it again. This time she’s captured all the mania and magic that is Christmas in this charming tale about Marianne Wallace, a woman in a small Minnesota town who just adores the holidays.Usually. This year is a little different. While Marianne’s caught up in preparing for a family Christmas that has to be perfect in every detail, her son’s football team has a shot at the state championship. So far so good—until the team’s mascot goes missing. And the church’s Christmas Tea needs organizing. Who better than Marianne to step in and save the day? Things start to unravel as Marianne realizes she’s in over her head. Then, one by one, her children tell her they can’t come home for Christmas. As her sparkling white Christmas turns to blue, can Marianne get the magic back?“I hope you enjoy reading [this story] as much as I enjoyed writing it,” Susan says, “and that it brings to you some of the flavor and magic of your childhood . . . and perhaps the delightful memories of Christmases with your family.” Susan invites readers to share a favorite Christmas story or family recipe on her blog at TheGreatChristmasbowl.blogspot.comThe Great Christmas Bowl is the perfect Christmas gift for anyone on your list who loves a funny, heartwarming story—and that includes yourself! By this and other great books at The Lighthouse or www.lighthousebooksource.com (Taken from Tyndale's Fiction First Newsletter)

Experience the Bible as never before

2009-10-19T13:26:00.005-04:00

Goodbye to Gideon? That was the question that titled the Newsweek article about Glo, the new interactive New International Bible by Zondervan. In Lisa Miller's article in Newsweek she says, "Two men arrived in my office to show me their new product, a digital Bible called GLO (pronounced "glow"). Unlike other digital Bibles—which look, well, like Bibles—this one is cool with a capital C. Designed for people who prefer to read while they're watching TV and texting and downloading music, GLO is to the Bible what SimCity is to the comic book: an interactive scriptural immersion experience. Go to Exodus 25, for example. There, you can read, in the New International Version translation, the description of the Tabernacle the Hebrews built in the desert, where they sacrificed animals on altars to the Lord and, more importantly, where they stored in an ark the stone tablets upon which God had inscribed the Ten Commandments. Then click on a computer-generated image of the Tabernacle itself and things get really interesting. See the Tabernacle from the height of an airplane—Look! There's Mount Sinai! There are the tents of Aaron and Moses!—and then swoop down into it, cruise around, navigate through walls to the inner sanctum where the Ark of the Covenant rests. Penetrate its golden lid and view tablets themselves, written in proto-Canaanite letters, the way they must have looked (if you believe in these things) before they finally disappeared, mysteriously, forever."

Glo is available here at The Lighthouse and on our website at http://www.lighthousebooksource.com/ You can also see and experiment with Glo on their website, http://www.bibleglo.com/ Come in and see for yourself all that Glo can do! We'll be reviewing more in the days to come; so check back often.

Beauty and True Love Come from the Heart

2009-10-14T12:57:00.002-04:00

New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury weaves a heart-warming tale of inner beauty and devotion. The king stages a competition to see who is worthy of his daughter, and challenges the three knights to prove their courage, strength, kindness, and character. The final competition will decide the winner. Who will pass the test and above all prove his faith in God ... and the true meaning of love? A great gift with a great message every mom will want to share with her daughter. Look for The Princess and the Three Knights at The Lighthouse. Beautifully illustrated by Gabrielle Grimard.

Saint Nicholas

2009-09-30T13:58:00.003-04:00

The newest VeggieTales, Saint Nicholas is something we are very excited about here at The Lighthouse! This VeggieTale features Operation Christmas Child and a new song by Matthew West and Amy Grant, "Give This Christmas Away!" Saint Nicholas will be available here at The Lighthouse on Saturday, October 3. Get your copy today and Give This Christmas Away! Just as a reminder shoe boxes are available NOW for you and/or your church to pick up.

A Parent's Guide to Family Devotions

2009-09-30T13:24:00.009-04:00

: my faith

Quiet Time

Connect A Parent's Guide to Family Devotions

from mtl magazine

Keeping family devotions fresh and exciting is easier said than done. I believe most parents really desire to influence their children spiritually but simply do not know how. If given a realistic plan, families can establish personal spiritual habits that can serve as a foundation for family devotions.This process begins by helping every family member enhance his or her own personal walk with Christ. Talking about personal devotions when addressing family devotions may sound strange, but the two must be connected. Family devotions come alive when the parents and children can share how God is working in their lives individually.A dynamic tool that can be used for both personal and family devotions is the Word of Life Quiet Time devotionals for all ages. Each day when individual family members have a personal quiet time, they are preparing for family devotions. They will all read from the same Bible passage; however, the number of verses will vary according to age. The parent's Quiet Time has additional commentary to aid them in understanding and discussing the passage. Word of Life also publishes Quiet Time Connect, A Parent's Guide to Family Devotions, which provides parents with insights and ideas."Prayer is a strategic aspect of family devotions." Using the Quiet Time as a basis, here are some practical tips for family devotions: Choose the best time of day for your family, realizing that every family is different and has unique schedules. The ages of your children may determine if your devotions are in the morning or evening. The lengths of time spent in family devotions will depend upon the ages of your children. You might consider the following times if you are new to family devotions:Young Children — 5-10 minutes Teens — 10-20 minutes. Strive to make your time together fun. Begin by selecting two days a week for family devotions, and then add more days as you grow together. Variety in your family time is important. Prayer is a strategic aspect of family devotions. Creativity on the part of the parents will greatly increase the effectiveness of the family prayer time. I suggest that the parents do a little brainstorming for creative ideas relative to their family, but I have listed some ideas to get started: Establish a prayer focus for each night, such as a family member, your church, friends or missions. Pray for individual missionaries your family or church supports. Focus on a particular family member and a personal prayer request. Pray for the pastors and teachers in your church and schools. Pray for unsaved friends and family. Create a prayer bulletin board and post pictures of those for whom you are praying or handwritten requests from family members. (Make it portable for easy use.) Get out of the house and take a prayer walk with the family — take turns praying as you walk. If your children have cell phones, pray through the people in their phone contact list. Have you ever been with a group of people and did not know how to start a conversation? This has happened to most of us at one time or another. One parent told me that his greatest fear was how to begin their family devotions. He confessed that he just did not know what to say. To help alleviate that fear, let me share some discussion starters to consider: Use the two questions found in each day's Quiet Time: What is the writer saying in today's passage? How does this apply to my life? If you have devotions in the morning, how can you apply this today? If you have devotions in the evening, how did you apply this today? Ask about the characters in the passage (if applicable). Ask who is talking in the passage. Ask who the writer is addressing in the passage. Ask if the writer was happy or sad when he wrote this passage. Ask what the family learned about God from this passage. "With a little creativity, this can be an exciting time for families." The perception is that family devotions are boring. Perhaps this is often true, but it does not have to be the norm. With a little creativity, this can be an exciting time for families. Once again, using variety in family devotions can prevent them from becoming stale. For those parents who do not feel creative, here are a few ways to create enthusiasm: Draw a picture of the key thought in the passage (for younger children). Make a mosaic from different objects to illustrate the passage. Role-play the passage or key thought. Make up a song to illustrate the passage. Sing a song that goes with the passage. Use a "game show" format for discussion. Quiz each other about the passage. Print the verses on cards or poster paper, and put them on the wall. Write an encouraging card to someone, using a verse from the passage. Using a verse from the passage, send an encouraging text message to someone, and tell them the message is from your whole family. Watch a video together about the devotional topic. Take a family walk or hike and discuss the passage. Use props (such as homemade costumes). Have a missionary in your home to share their ministry. Put on a puppet show to illustrate the passage or truth. If you or a family member is involved in an online community or blog, share some observations from your family time. Getting our families into the Word of God and growing together spiritually should be one of our major goals. The Word of Life Quiet Time devotional for all ages provides the perfect materials for both individual and family worship. Available here at The Lighthouse.
http://mtlmagazine.com/mtlmagazine/departments/faith.php

Live Fast Die Young

2009-09-21T16:48:00.006-04:00

"Live Fast Die Young" is the name of a DVD that will soon be here at The Lighthouse! This film is receiving rave reviews...'This film lives up to its title and leaves the viewer reflecting on the "point of life" and how faith fits in and provides perspective and hope.' - Pastor Roger Bosch, Lake Avenue Church. "It was a very moving film. Especially the ending. Better than 'Fireproof' (another Christian film)" says a viewer at Alive Music Fest. "Congratulations! It encourages me to know there are Christians in the vineyard with such high standards of quality." - Philip Yancy, Best-selling author

Story: At an exclusive Hollywood party on Christmas Eve, an A-list star dies of an apparent overdose. A detective holds a protesting core group of Hollywood insiders for questioning. The group, consisting of an A-list director, a top agent, a movie star, a media mogul, a writer, a wannabe actress, a studio head, and others, begin a deep and profound discussion on the meaning of life, including the existence of God.

As an added support to our local churches we have been able to provide you with "licensing rights" to show this publicly, simply by purchasing the DVD here at The Lighthouse! You can show it to your church, youth group, cell groups, Bible studies, etc. For more information visit http://www.livefreedieyoungmovie.com/

2009-09-21T13:11:00.012-04:00

The style and unique humor of C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters are retained in this full-cast audio dramatization. The story is carried by the veteran demon Screwtape (starring Andy Serkis, “Gollum” from The Lord of the Rings films), whose letters to his nephew and protégé, Wormwood, instruct the demon-in-training in the finer points of leading a new Christian astray. Lewis's satire is a Christian classic.

Features:

—Stars Andy Serkis, Geoffrey Palmer (Tomorrow Never Dies), Laura Michelle Kelly (Sweeney Todd), Eileen Page (The Secret Garden), and other world-class actors

—Features Douglas Gresham—stepson of C.S. Lewis and co-producer of the Narnia films—as host

—Includes over 4 hours of audio entertainment, plus a behind-the-scenes DVD documentary with actor interviews and more

—From the award-winning audio drama team that brought you Radio Theatre’s Amazing Grace and The Chronicles of Narnia

To view this visit http://www.tyndale.com/

OCC Update

2009-09-10T11:07:00.004-04:00

Wanted to let all you Operation Christmas Child servants know that our shoeboxes have arrived here at The Lighthouse. Call or stop by to pick up the supplies you need for your group or church! We've got a big goal this year 2000 boxes, so we're counting on you to help us out! Here is some other info for you - Thursday, Oct 1 at New Life Fellowship in Saratoga, NY, Livia, for Romania will be sharing her Operation Christmas Child story! She received a shoebox gift while in an orphanage. She has since been adopted by the couple who sent her a box. If you'd like to attend please RSVP to the Lighthouse or directly to New Life Fellowship! Also, it's in the works to bring Sound of Life Radio to The Lighthouse to do an on-air promo with Livia AND the newest VeggieTales Movie - Saint Nicholas. There is a special Operation Christmas Child message as part of the video. Here is a movie clip to touch your heart! http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid17736666001?bclid=36000809001&bctid=37121498001

Starting their day on the right track

2009-08-24T13:21:00.003-04:00

It's hard to believe it is almost time for the kids to go back to school. Some of my favorite memories growing up was the time spent with Mom in the morning. She'd gather us together for a simple devotional and pray for us before school. As the youngest I had the privilege of more years with Mom alone in the morning. Here are some great product suggestions to start your day focused on Jesus...

MY READ AND RHYME STORY BIBLE

This Bible Storybook combines fun rhythm and rhyme with a learn-to-read format to help students learn about God’s Word while they learn to read. Young readers will enjoy the lively text and rhythm as well as the stories and engaging art.

An excerpt from The One Year Devotional for Kids
Serve Jesus, Not Things
"Wherever your treasure is, there your heart and thoughts will also be." Matthew 6:21
How about you? Are you unhappy because of the bikes or games your friends have that you don't have? Those things are nice, but the really important and lasting treasures are available to you, too. It's only what you do for Jesus that's going to last forever."

The One Year Every Day Devotions

Each devotion encourages tweens to build a personal, active faith based on the core beliefs of the Bible and the Christian faith. Each day's reading combines insights, NLT Scripture verses, and statements of Christian belief, creative applications, and prayer suggestions. Previously published as Young Believer 365.

These and many more are available here at The Lighthouse

Operation Christmas Child

2009-07-30T14:26:00.002-04:00

I know that it seems early to be speaking about Christmas... However, now is a great time to purchase school supplies for your shoebox gifts. Remember, school supplies are one of the ways that Samaritan's Purse is allowed access in some countries. School supplies are in desperate need. Great deals can be had weekly at places like Staples, WalMart, and Target just to name a few. We picked up Crayola crayons, pencils, pencil sharpners, erasers, and pencil boxes all for .25 or less. Just imagine how much more you can put in that shoebox gift with great deals like these!!

Another yummy recipe!

2009-07-23T13:02:00.005-04:00

Here's another yummy and healthy recipe for you cooks out there. This one is from the kitchen of Cindy Huff. And Sarah, in response to your question/comment after the Applesauce Meatloaf, we do have a recipe to fit your needs. It's here at The Lighthouse. Drop in and pick up your copy of Angel Lush. I think it will fit the bill! Now for the recipe!

Blueberry Streusel Muffins

1 1/2 cups all purpose flour

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 egg, lighthly beaten

1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fat-free milk

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 1/4 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (if frozen do not thaw)

1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

TOPPING:

1/4 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon grated lemon peel

1 tablespoon butter, melted

GLAZE:

1/4 cup confectioner's sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

In large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Combine egg, milk adn butter; stir into dry ingredients until just moistened. Fold in blueberries and lemon peel. Coat muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray or use paper liners; fill three-fourths full with batter.

Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle about 1 tablespoon over each muffin. Bake 350 for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over warm muffins.

Yield: 1 dozen

Nutritional Analysis: 1 muffin equals 181 calories, 5 g fat (2 g saturated), 26 mg cholesterol, 133 mg sodium, 31 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protien.

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat

Cooks note: I personally use egg beaters & Land-o-Lakes light butter. This cuts the fat, cholesterol, etc. and they still taste YUMMY!

Fireproof Soundtrack

2009-07-15T12:37:00.005-04:00

For all you fans of the movie Fireproof the soundtrack has just released! It is for sale here at The Lighthouse! Stop in today to pick up your copy. This CD featurs many of your favorite Contemporary Christian artists - Casting Crowns, John Waller, Leeland, Third Day, Warren Barfield.

New Healthy Recipes

2009-07-09T14:00:00.005-04:00

The Lighthouse is looking for ways to help us all keep healthy. We're starting a recipe collection. Be looking in-store and on this blog for new and tasty recipes. We'd love your comments after you try them. And be sure to send us a recipe or two that you've tried and like. Remember it's supposed to be healthy and tasty! Here's one from the kitchen of Miriam Schmidt:

Applesauce Meatloaf

2 lb. ground lean meat

1 cup unsweetened applesauce

1 onion finely diced

1 green pepper finely diced

6 slices whole grain bread crumbled

1 egg

2 tsp salt

pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees/ Combine all ingredients. Knead mixture until well blended. Pack into loaf pan. Bake for 2 hours. If desired pour 1/2 cup tomato sauce over top of loaf before baking.

Preparation time: 30 minutes

Baking time: 2 hours

Servings: 8

Calories: 272

Christmas in July

2009-07-09T13:45:00.002-04:00

Now's the perfect time to begin thinking about Christmas. Did you know, that as I write this, there is only 168 days until Christmas? Why wait for good deals though! We have Christmas gifts, cards, novelties all on sale - 30% off regular retail price! Offer is good until July 31 or while supplies last. Stop in today at The Lighthouse for the best selection!

VeggieTales Premier

2009-06-22T15:04:00.004-04:00

Once again we are partnering with the Crandall Library (Glens Falls, NY) to bring you a Premier VeggieTales Event - Minnesota Cuke and the Search for Noah's Umbrella! We will premier this new DVD title on Saturday, July 18th at 10AM Reservations are NECESSARY!! Please call Crandall Library @ 792-6508 to reserve your space. DVD does not go on sale until Saturday, August 1st! Be one of the first to see it!

Operation Worship Bibles

2009-06-17T15:39:00.003-04:00

We are still participating in the Operation Worship Bible program. A Bible can be purchased here at The Lighthouse for $4.99. You personalize it with a message to a service man or woman. We handle shipping to them! Stop in today and pick up a Bible. While you're in, write a message to a soldier on our GIANT thank you note! See you soon

Sizzling Summer Sale

2009-06-15T15:28:00.002-04:00

Stop in and check out our Sizzling Summer Sale. 50% off assorted product. Lots of gift ideas. You may find the item you just can't live without!!

SUMMER HOURS

2009-06-15T13:02:00.003-04:00

Attention faithful friends and supporters of The Lighthouse. Our summer hours begin on June 29, 2009 and run through September 5, 2009.

Monday-Friday 10am-6pm

Saturday 10am-4pm.

Closed on Sunday.

We will be closed on Friday, July 3 & Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

New Book Club Title

2009-06-08T12:51:00.003-04:00

Our next book club title is "Redeeming Love" by Francine Rivers. The next book club meeting with by on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30pm. Book is 10% off here at The Lighthouse. One reviewer is quoted as saying, "This is absolutely one of the best books that I have ever read. I can't stop thinking about it. A pure example of how God can reach down into the depths of filth and destruction and love us all the way into and unto Himself. EVERYONE SHOULD READ THIS BOOK! Especially those who feel that they have gone too far to be redeemed. WOW!!!" Pick up your copy today!

Voice your opinion

2009-06-01T12:41:00.004-04:00

Please respond to Governor Paterson's introduction of same-sex marriage to the New York State Legislature! A bill is now on the floor of the NYS Senate. Call Senator Little's office at 455-2811 or write:

Governor David Paterson

Executive Chamber State Capitol

Albany, NY 12224

Summer Reading Game

2009-06-01T12:37:00.003-04:00

Attention all kids ages 6-10. Get your score card at The Lighthouse! Read all summer and record the titles on your score card. Bring your list to us and earn "ball" points. We will draw 3 winners at the end of August. The more you read, the better your chances of winning!!!! 3 Winners will receive gift certificates to Cool Beans and The Lighthouse PLUS free books and DVD rental coupons.

Embrace Me Book Club

2009-05-27T16:39:00.002-04:00

The Book Club is currently reading Embrace Me by Lisa Samson. Due to schedule conflicts our May Book Club is meeting on June 4th at 6:30pm here at The Lighthouse. Please read the book BEFORE the meeting and make sure you call to RSVP. Space is limited so call us at 761-9658. See you there!

Gift Certificate Incentive

2009-05-27T16:13:00.004-04:00

The school year is drawing to a close... Gift Certificates are a great end of the year present to teachers and students. Buy $50.00 worth of Gift Certificates @ The Lighthouse ($5.00 increments or higher) and get a $10.00 Gift Certificate FREE!

Our Heroes

2009-05-20T16:01:00.003-04:00

We appreciate our soldiers - Our Heroes. Stop in The Lighthouse a write a message to our soldiers on our special Hero display, now through Flag Day. The messages will be sent to our soldiers, along with our recent Coloring Contest and Essay contest on what the flag means!

Gift Books

2009-05-20T15:58:00.003-04:00

Gift Book Special.

$3.00 each. Limit 4 per person.

Great End of the Year Gifts!

Can be ordered in units of 12 for $2.50 (warehouse quantities are limited)

Happy Anniversary to Us!

2009-05-07T14:32:00.018-04:00

It's almost time for our Anniversary! Thanks to our faithful customers, people just like you, we are entering our 12th year! The Lighthouse is here because of you and we want to celebrate together. Come help us celebrate May 26-30, 2009.

-Make a purchase and get a free coffee token for Cool Beans PLUS a game token.

-Post the name of your favorite "serving saint" from your church on our board, to recognize their service to your church family. The "saints" with the highest number of hearts win gift certificates!

-Take advantage our our annual sidewalk sale

-Enjoy our yummy anniversary cake...

Good times! Good deals! Come celebrate with us as we say thank you for supporting The Lighthouse!

Book Club

2009-05-07T12:55:00.007-04:00

Last Thursday our monthly book club met with a great turn out and lots of insight! The new title has been announced, Embrace Me by Lisa Samson. The book is available here at The Lighthouse at a 10% discount. You'll need to read the book BEFORE the bookclub meets next, so stop in today and ask for Embrace Me.

Christianfictionreview.com rated Embrace Me as their Best of 2008, stating, "As is usual with her books, Samson challenges us to live out our faith in ways that "traditional Christianity" may not often imagine. There's more to the Christian life than going to church and listening to the preacher. Powerfully moving, Embrace Me is a beautiful story of redemption and becoming the Body of Christ. Highly Recommended."

Epicenter

2009-04-29T12:42:00.003-04:00

The book "Epicenter: why the current rumblings in the Middle East will change your future." by Joel Rosenberg is also available on DVD. Join Joel C. Rosenberg and Skip Heitzig on location in the Middle East as they interview a variety of key leaders from government, business and Christian Ministry. With interest in the relationship between current events and Bible prophecy, this documentary will help us answer the question Are we living in the last days? Check out the video trailer at www.joelrosenberg.com The DVD of Epicenter is available for purchase at The Lighthouse.

Nothing But Trouble

2009-04-23T13:32:00.004-04:00

"A lovable heroine, crackling dialogue, magnetic romance, a splash of slapstick and an adventure full of relationships that intersect the past and the present. I loved getting in and out of trouble with P. J. Sugar, and can’t wait for the next installment!” Sharon Hinck, author of Symphony of Secrets. This first novel in the new, high-energy P. J. Sugar series will make you fall in love with its bad-girl-turned-good, a former teenage troublemaker who’s had a change of heart and returns to her hometown in search of a fresh start. When one of P. J.’s former teachers is murdered and her best friend’s husband is falsely accused of the crime, P. J. springs into action to clear his name, even though the detective assigned the case—not incidentally P. J.’s high-school boyfriend and quite a troublemaker himself—doesn’t appreciate her involvement. In her search for clues, P. J. digs up long-hidden secrets and a bigger story than anyone ever expected. This is romantic comedy laced with suspense: a winning combination.Nothing But Trouble is set in Minnesota, the home state of author Susan May Warren, where she her family have resettled after serving as missionaries in Russia for several years. Now a full-time writer, wife, and mom of four, Susan says, “Come and join me on the fun, romance, and suspense of lovable P. J. Sugar!” Read more about this and other new fiction releases at www.Tyndale.com

Flag Day Coloring Contest

2009-04-22T15:16:00.005-04:00

We're having a Flag Day coloring contest for children ages 3-10. You can either color it here at The Lighthouse or take it home and then return it. Draw yourself in the picture. All contestants will have their artwork displayed! Winners will receive special prizes! Stop in today or click on picture to open in another window, print from your computer, color and bring it in!

FIND IT!

2009-04-16T16:59:00.010-04:00

Find it! A contained adventure. The Lighthouse has just brought in the games "Find it!" Drop in and play the game. See if you can "find it." Six versions of the game are available for special order (usually within a week).

Find it: Original

Find it: Sports Edition

Find it: Kids Edition

Find it: At The Zoo

Find it: On A Bird Watch

Find it: At The Beach

"Find It" is ideal to play anywhere: at home, in the office, in your car. People of all ages will enjoy the hunt for the hidden objects buried within the layer of recycled plastic pellets. Alone or with friends, everyone will enjoy spinning it, shaking it, and twisting it until all the objects are found. Can you find the hidden penny…?

Here's what others are saying....

It's so neat! It's a game you can't put down! It's a great "coffee table" game! Neat for all ages!LaRose's in Louisiana

What a great toy, I bought it for my son, but it keeps my husband busy as well (ha!ha!)

Amanda Baker

This is a very good toy for on the road and for kids that get bored easily. Trying to find the penny is the hardest thing. This is a very addicting game that the whole family loves to play. Amy

Where's the Penny!!! Teresa

FINALLY FOUND THE PENNY!!!!!! Dalton

Love the game! Every time I pick it up it is like a brand new challenge. Christine R.

My husband and I have spent countless hours together searching for the items and my husband was the first to find the penny! = ) Karen

Premier Party! - Friday May 1, from 5-7PM

2009-04-16T16:49:00.007-04:00

It's ready and open! Join us for our Premier Party in celebration of our gallery's, "Scenes & Scents by Cindy" GRAND OPENING! Friday May 1 from 5:00-7:00pm!! All Scenes will be available for purchase. Some are framed and some are simply matted for you to frame. Sample the many new scents from Gold Canyon Candle's new Sparkling Summer catalog. You may be the Mystery Hostess and WIN all the Hostess Credits. That means FREE PRODUCT!!!! Prizes and refreshments to all who drop in. We look forward to serving you. If you'd like a sneak peak at the "scents" or to place an order check out www.mygc.com/cindyhuff

2009-04-06T16:29:00.003-04:00

“While I’m Waiting” is a great song on John Waller’s first album. The heartfelt worship anthem became a hit when it was featured in the DVD FIREPROOF. Now, While I’m Waiting is the name of the second album from John. This CD releases on April 7. In addition to the original version of the song, the new album also features “While I’m Waiting/FIREPROOF Remix.” With clips from the movie spliced into the song, the remix is starting to get airplay on Christian radio stations. If you haven’t heard it on your favorite station, be sure to call or email them to ask them to play it. And please stop in at The Lighthouse and purchase your CD "While I'm Waiting" by John Waller

John Waller - While I'm Waiting (Official Music Video) from Provident Label Group on Vimeo.

Above the Line: Take One

2009-04-06T16:19:00.003-04:00

The newest book from Karen Kingsbury, Above the Line: Take One. It sounds really good! (I'm currently reading it so I'll add my two cents another time.- Cindy) Here is the description: In the high-powered world of filmmaking, two unknown producers struggle to make a name for themselves. With millions of investors dollars on the line, everything starts to fall apart and they realize they may be in over their heads. Is it possible to keep things above the line, to beat the odds and make a movie unlike anything ever done before? Or, will they lose everything in the process? Read it and let us know what you think!

Scenes & Scents by Cindy

2009-04-01T16:26:00.004-04:00

Scenes & Scents is coming soon! What is it you ask? The Scenes you'll have to come in and see... The Scents can be seen and/or ordered even now at www.mygc.com/cindyhuff Direct sale orders will also be able to be placed in store! Be looking for our premier of this exciting art gallery!

2009-03-26T13:09:00.008-04:00

First Communion is right around the corner! Product is coming in almost daily.

Come in now for best selection.

We're your baby gift destination for that special Christening, Baptism or Dedication.

Unique religious gifts to remember that special day by!

And don't forget your everyday gift items! Crosses, angels, art work, vases, coffee mugs, etc. Finish off your purchase with a nice greeting card.

We feature both Dayspring and Lawson Falle card lines. We're your one spot shop

3223 Marriages Have Been Ignited By FIREPROOF

2009-03-26T12:59:00.003-04:00

check out fireproofthemovie.blogspot.com See and hear a music video by John Waller, While I'm Waiting. Features clips from the movie and testimonials of how the Fireproof DVD is impacting lives. Such as "Regina: This movie may have saved my parents' marriage. The movie is their life together almost exactly. When they finished watching, they were both crying and they both accepted Christ into their lives. I would definitely recommend this movie!" Fireproof tugs on heartstrings...and touches heartbreaking realities in marriages. If you are hurting, we encourage you to contact your church or us here at The Lighthouse for help and resources!

Come What May

2009-03-19T13:28:00.003-04:00

I just watched the DVD "Come What May" last night. I was critiquing it for both the quality and the content. As a group of homeschoolers attempting their first movie, it was not an easy topic to tackle. At times the angles and camera shots were a little off, but that got better as the movie progressed. I also felt that way about the acting. Their characters became more realistic as they went along. I was impressed with a few things: 1-honestly tackling the issue of when live begins. 2-admitting that even as Christians we struggle to do what is right, when the outcome is not clearly in our favor. 3-showing that even in marriages and families you don't always agree, but love is forever. 4-purity was exemplified and explained in a way that didn't seem archaic and prudish, but beautiful and desirable. Personally I thought the message was clear and needed in our culture today. Each person is a gift to be cherished, from the moment of conception on. Do the right thing. Come what may! Watch "Come What May" and tell me what you think! -Cindy

Spring Catalog

2009-03-19T12:43:00.002-04:00

Coming April 1 our new catalog with great shopping discount opportunities will be available. Catalog will be distributed in-store and not mailed. Be sure to ask for your copy!

Precious Girls Club

2009-03-18T15:54:00.004-04:00

Here's a website you' ll want to check out if you have a tween age girl! We love Gigi for preschool and younger elementary age. Now there's "Precious Girls" an online world that interacts with the real world! Check out the link below https://www.preciousgirlsclub.com/pgc/pgcHome.jsp Also be looking for Precious Girls products here at The Lighthouse!