We just want to catch you up on the latest shows and news. As you have probably heard, Vigilantes of Love has reformed, and will be playing at the 40 Watt in Athens, Ga. on Thursday 11/20. Plans are in the works for a new album in early 2009. The new (and we might add, stunning) line up of players in VOL are A.J. Adams on pedal steele, Jon Guthrie on bass, and John Cable on drums, with former VOL alum Kevin Heuer guesting on occasion. Other 2008 highlights - We’ve logged 30,000 miles over 65 shows this year (and still counting) - that’s an average of 461 miles per gig! Whew! 3 recordings were released this year: Lower Case which was our first studio recording in 2 years. Billtunes came to an end and Works Progress Administration (WPA) began with Recent Demos and WPA Volume 1 (more volumes are to follow). We got stuck for 3 days in this… …and were pleased to meet this artist. Here are the details on upcoming shows: November 15 . Saturday . Ohio
Xenos Christian Fellowship 1390 Community Park Drive, Columbus, OH 43229 Show time: $8 Cover: $10 For more info, contact Ron Olah at 614.296.5327 or Gale Flowers at 614.946.5241 VIGILANTES OF LOVE SHOW! December 4 . Thursday . Washington December 5 . Friday December 6 . Saturday December 7 . Sunday . Washington December 12 . Friday . West Virginia If anyone is interested in booking Bill and Muriah solo, or VOL for January shows (or beyond) |
The Phantom Tollbooth’s News
11th November 2008
Vigilantes of Love re-form, plan ‘09 album
Linda @ 11:46 pm
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8th November 2008
Fireproof now in theaters for seventh straight week, bearing much fruit
Standing the Test of Time
In the movie business, time is not an ally. Movies reach their zenith during the first weekend. From there, audience numbers tumble and before you know it, the movie you wanted to see is no longer playing in your local theater.
FIREPROOF, however, continues bucking most Hollywood trends. Of course, when a movie is produced in Albany, Georgia by a church using more than 1,000 volunteers, you know that any conventional movie-industry wisdom has been left by the wayside.
Through six weeks in theaters, FIREPROOF remains a strong, consistent offering in nearly 900 theaters each week. After opening at No. 4 and remaining in the Top 10 for three weeks, the film has finished at No. 11 twice and No. 13 in the last three weeks. Major blockbusters that also opened on September 26 have faded away while FIREPROOF continues reaching an audience of people like Carlos with its message of hope.
“I’m a 23-year-old male who is about to get married in just two weeks. My fiancée and I went to the movies late Saturday and saw FIREPROOF. We left that place so touched. We both are strong Christians and faithful to the Lord, and it was so awesome to see the couples around us being touched by this movie. I know that we will face difficult times like everyone else. This movie has helped us prepare our hearts for that.”
Find theaters and get tickets now
See where FIREPROOF is opening on Friday
Don’t Miss Your Opportunity
While FIREPROOF remains strong, it is beginning its seventh week in theaters this Friday. On a recent blog post by someone who loved the movie and asked for comments from others that had seen it, the first three responses were along the lines of “I haven’t seen it yet, but I can’t wait.”
To put it bluntly those folks—and others like them—are running out of time. Holiday blockbusters are just around the corner at local cineplexes, meaning fewer screens will be available for FIREPROOF in the coming weeks.
Why is it important to see FIREPROOF now? Ask Jenna, who went with her husband:
“My husband and I are in the divorce process. I have been living on my own for almost three months. We have been married for almost eight years. We were advised by two totally different people to go watch this movie. It was pretty intense because more than 90 percent of the movie was about my marriage. We both had tears in our eyes and held each other when the movie was over. God is starting a miracle as I type.”
Or Rachel, who went with a friend:
“I took a friend who had told me a week before, ‘I’m not even sure I believe in marriage.’ My heart sank at those words. I had already seen it once but loved it and told her she should come with me to see it again. I was afraid she would hate the movie, or think I was hitting her upside the head with a Bible, so to speak. But she loved it! She left the theater saying it was refreshing, and it was the only thing in a long time that made her think maybe marriage can actually work!”
Find great resources at FireproofmyMarriage.com
The Heart of a Movement
Whereas most movies strive to entertain, FIREPROOF goes there and beyond to touch the hearts and challenge the lives of moviegoers. Nearly 2,000 people have shared their stories of how this movie has impacted them on FireprooftheMovie.com, including Grace. Who do you know like her that could benefit from this movie?
“I have been waiting for this movie since the moment I heard about it. Thank you for FIREPROOF. Four years ago, our marriage survived adultery. It should never have happened, but it did. Without the Lord, we would not have made it. I am so glad that someone is addressing the subject of marriage from God’s perspective.
“Too many times in Christian circles ‘marriage problems’ are looked upon as taboo to talk about because everyone will think you are a terrible person. But without strong, God-centered marriages, we can’t have strong homes or children or churches or communities or nations. Now more than ever, we need God in our homes! Thank you for this ‘movement.’ Marriage God’s way is amazing, in spite of its difficulties. It’s worth every effort!”
Read more stories at FireprooftheMovie.com
Register to receive updates about FIREPROOF
Linda @ 10:25 pm
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Robert Randolph & the Family Band partner with Bud Light for invitation only events
Robert Randolph & The Family Band have partnered with Bud Light to perform in select cities across the US. These special shows are “invitation only” events - you can get an “invitation” bia Robert Randolph & The Family Band’s ticketing site, select radio stations in each market, and through certain Bud Light promotional events, both online and in select stores, bars and restaurants. Each show is 21+ and is first come first serve - so make sure to get to the venue as early as possible to secure your spot in the audience. Check out each venues website for additional info as well as RRFB’s ticketing page at http://www.robertrandolph.net/blitz.html
| DATE | CITY | VENUE | |
| 11/07 | Tallahassee, FL | The Moon |  |
| 11/14 | Lawrence, KS | Granada | |
| 11/21 | Chicago, IL | Cubby Bear | |
| 11/28 | Eugene, OR | McDonald Theater | |
| 12/05 | Kansas City, MO | Harrah’s Casino | |
Don’t miss RRFB during their last shows of 2008! Check RRFB’s ticketing page at http://robertrandolphtickets.musictoday.com as well as each venue’s website for additional info and tickets!
| DATE | CITY | VENUE | |
| 11/29 | Aspen, CO | Aspen Mountain Gondola Plaza | |
| 12/26 | Poughkeepsie, NY | The Chance Theater | |
| 12/27 | Philadelphia, PA | The Electric Factory | |
Robert Randolph & the Family Band have partnered with Hard Rock International and many other artists to participate in the “Imagine There’s No Hunger” campaign to raise awareness and funding for WHY in its fight against hunger and poverty. RRFB, along with John Lennon, My Morning Jacket, Bruce Springsteen, Joss Stone, and more will be featured on SERVE3 - A Limited-Edition Benefit CD featuring rare, new or previously unreleased tracks! SERVE3 will be available online in the Itunes Music Store and in Hard Rock’s Rock Shops. To check out the CD and find out more information about the “Imagine There’s No Hunger” campaign, check out http://www.hardrock.com/serve3.
Up to date news and show info can always be found at robertrandolph.net! See you on the road!
Linda @ 10:09 pm
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Anberlin lithograph created to raise funds for Faceless International trip to Indian
Anberlin and Faceless International have teamed up to announce their limited edition signed lithograph to raise money for the trip to India this December!
“http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270295161923” Click here to see link!
Each Anberlin/Faceless lithograph is hand signed by each of the members of the Anberlin!! Order by December and it will be delivered in time for Christmas. 100% of the profits go to aiding team members in India this December! This lithograph features the Original and Exclusive artwork of Cameron Little of the clothing company Ephraim. The Anberlin/Faceless lithographs are limited to 100 and are individually numbered and are made of a heavy weighted cardboard material and not typical poster paper.
The Faceless International team will embark on a 2 week trip in December into Nellore, India where they will be working with victims and the prevention of human trafficking; The team is made up of people just like you who signed up for the trip through facelessinternational.com and these people are raising their own funds to help in this humanitarian effort. 100% of the money raised through the sale of these posters will help pay for the trip to India!
Faceless International exists to raise awareness and education on social issues happening throughout the global community. We educate through giving first hand, real life experiences by providing trips around the world, as well as other opportunities to be a part of the solution through a variety of resources. For more information on the India trip, or how you can go on a trip yourself, please visit facelessinternational.com.
This poster run is Limited to 100, so order before they run out! Any Orders that are Placed Before November 15 are considered Pre-Orders. Posters will start shipping November 15th.
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Get your print TODAY!
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Linda @ 10:02 pm
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It’s “Acoustic Storytime” for all Jason Gray’s lovely losers
Hello friends and happy Fall!
I hope you’re enjoying what is my favorite time of year: Autumn.
I’ve been blessed to be on the road with this Fall with Big Daddy Weave and Rush Of Fools traversing the South, Midwest, and Southeast playing everywhere from New Jersey to Dallas. If you haven’t caught a show yet, there’s still time! We’ll be in FL, GA, NC, WV, IL, TX, and MO before wrapping up. For the remaining dates, click here. We hope to see you out there!
And at long last, I’m grateful to announce that my new CD, “Acoustic Storytime” is now available in my webstore!
Linda @ 9:56 pm
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Introducing ConversantLife.com - contributions welcome
ConversantLife.com is a new media blogger website –
ConversantLife.com is a blog and social media hub that delivers engaging content on faith and culture. Our site is a free place where people can access content and connect with a community of believers and spiritual seekers on a variety of culturally relevant topics such as Creative Arts, Film, Music, Spirituality, Global Concerns, Relationships and more.
At ConversantLife.com you can…
Connect with featured communicators on culturally relevant topics
Converse about the latest news and current events
Create your own content for the ConversantLife.com community
ConversantLife.com delivers content in three formats:
- Conversant-Generated Content:
- We have a large number of bloggers who are creating daily content in the form of blogs, podcasts and videos. Our blog roll features communicators who are actively engaging their faith and writing about their experiences in key areas the world. We have writers in missions across the world, professors who are experts in their field of education, pastors, as well as industry professionals in the Film industry, the Arts community, the Music world, Apologetics and more. To view original content click on Blogs or Topics at the top navigation menu. This content is available to for free to all users on our site.
- User-Generated Content:
- This area of ConversantLife.com delivers current events and faith-based news in the form of User Submitted news stories, podcasts links and video links. The ConversantLife.com community can vote on all User Submitted content. This allows the best-rated content to be filtered to the top and the low-rated content to be filtered out. Each day ConversantLife.com will feature new, top-rated stories, podcasts and videos that the community will be talking about and commenting on, so come back often to participate in those discussions. To view our Social Media area, click on User Submitted News on the top navigation menu.
- unDiscovered Content:
- The undiscovered area of ConversantLife.com is made up of emerging musicians, filmmakers, artists and writers who are seeking exposure and feedback on their original content. In this area users can stream new music, watch up-and-coming short films on faith, read through essays on a wide variety of topics and check out the latest art designed by the believers. To view unDiscovered content, click on unDiscovered on the top navigation menu.
Linda @ 9:43 pm
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Downe in Yon Forrest - Kemper Crabb coming soon to PBS -
Downe in yon Forrest: Christmas from the Middle Ages, Kemper Crabb’s new Christmas CD & DVD, will be aired nationally on PBS during the Christmas season.
The album takes listeners back to where most of our favorite Christmas carols and hymns originated. It sets a truly unique mood for the Christmas season from a talented musician who is incredibly passionate about Medieval and Christian history.
For more information, go to kempercrabb.net.
Linda @ 9:25 pm
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77’s Mike Roe announces Harvest Loon tour 2008
Lo-Fidelity Presents:
Mike Roe - “Harvest Loon” tour 2008
Please join us as Mike dons a turkey suit and rings in the harvest with a continuation of his successful and much lauded “John The Baptist” and “Holy Ghost Building” tours….
“The John The Baptist and 77s Holy Ghost Building tours played very well but both were so brief. I really look forward to spending a couple weeks on the road performing the new 77s album material to our fans in their homes, church’s and clubs. The new album was so much fun to premier in an intimate acoustic setting and I would love to share it all again before the holidays set in.” - Mike Roe
Mike will again make a solo return to the road, playing both acoustic and electric guitars, and featuring material from the recently released 77s recording, “Holy Ghost Building” as well as doing special requests and fan favorites from the past.
11/9 - Tyler TX.
Location: Tyler Vineyard
5201 S. Broadway, Ste. 250, Tyler, TX 75703
Time: Doors 6:30pm, Show 7:00pm
Phone: 903-534-8803
Email: vineyard@tyler.net
Tickets: $8 at the door.
Christie Dupree will open. http://www.myspace.com/christiedupreemusic
11/10 - Houston TX.
Location: Access Office
Street: 11201 Richmond Ave, Suite A107 Houston TX.
Time: 8:00pm
Phone:650-218-0544
Email: mattnightingale@mac.com
Tickets: $10 at the door.
Refreshments will be available.
11/11 - San Antonio TX
Location: Cigar Club
Opener: Chris Taylor http://www.myspace.com/officialchristaylormusic
Street: 18730 Stone Oak Pkwy # 108 San Antonio, TX 78258
Time: 9pm - 2AM (Mike’s time-slot begins at 10pm)
Tickets: FREE
**Please note, this is a 21 and over show**
http://www.sacigars.com/
11/12 - Dallas TX
Location: The Prophet Bar
2548 Elm St, Dallas TX 75226
Time: Doors 7:00pm, Showtime 7:30
Tickets: $10 online, $12 at the door. (this is an all ages show)
http://www.theprophetbar.com/calendar.htm
11/13 - travel day
11/14 - Naperville IL.
Location: The Union **MIKE IS OPENING FOR OVER THE RHINE**
Street: 129 W. Benton, Naperville, IL
Time: 7:00 pm
Tickets: $12.00 (buy in advance online and at the door.)
http://www.nccunion.com/?link=event&id=168
**Please note: This performance is not listed on the current Over The Rhine tour itinerary as it is a college show being put on by North Central College. However, it is open to the general public. Limited tickets remain for this performance and you can purchase them in advance using the link above or buy them at the door.**
11/15 - East Troy WI.
Location: Funk House (house show)
Street: W1104 Spleas Skoney Rd. East Troy, WI. 53120
Time: Doors 7:00pm, Showtime 7:30
Tickets: $10 (plus $1 paypal fee) Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Your “ticket” is your paypal confirmation email. There is a 40 seat capacity for the concert. Purchase tickets online through Lo-Fidelity: http://www.lo-fidelity.com/roeshow
11/16 - Kewanee IL.
Location: First Christian Church
105 Dwight St.
Street: Kewanee, IL 61443
Contact: (309) 853-4298
Tickets: FREE SHOW **A free-will offering will be taken at the show to help cover tour expenses**
Mike will play twice during the day. During the AM worship service, Mike will play 2-3 songs, followed by a full evening performance at the church.
AM Service: 10:30AM
Evening Performance: Doors 7:00pm, Showtime 7:30
11/17 - Indianapolis IN. **Private recording session**
11/18 - Kettering OH
Location: David’s United Church of Christ
Street: 170 W. David Road Kettering, OH 45429-1806
Contact: 937.434.2131
Time: Doors 6:00pm, Show 7:00pm
Tickets: $10 at the door.
11/19 - Sterling VA
Location: Metcalfe House Concerts
Tickets: $12
You must RSVP for this concert via: methouseconcert@gmail.com
Time: 8:00pm
(coffee, tea, and snacks, served free of charge)
11/20 - travel day
11/21 - Tucker GA
Location: Moonshadow Tavern (w/ Green Bracelet)
Street: 3976 Lawrenceville Hwy. Tucker GA 30084
Time: 8:00pm
Tickets: $10
http://www.tuckeryellowpages.com/moonshadow.htm
11/22 - travel day
11/23 - Fletcher NC
Location: Feed & Seed
Street: 3715 Hendersonville Road, Fletcher, NC 28732
Tickets: Free to attend, donations will be accepted to help cover tour costs.
Mike will play twice during the day. During the AM worship service, Mike will play 2-3 songs, followed by a full evening performance at the church.
AM Service: 11:00AM
Evening Performance: Doors 5:30PM, Showtime 6:00PM
Web: http://0161c02.netsolhost.com/
Questions about the tour? Contact jeffrey k. at jeffrey@lo-fidelity.com or your local show promoter.
Linda @ 9:16 pm
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The Elvis: Inspirational Memories collector’s tin opens just in time for Christmas gifting
The Elvis: Inspirational Memories collector’s tin
The Elvis: Inspirational Memories collector’s tin is a one-of-a-kind CD/DVD set includes a CD with some of Presley’s most popular gospel recordings such as “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” “Take My Hand, Precious Lord,” and “Let Us Pray.” The performance DVD features gospel classics like “Where Could I Go But to The Lord” and “Saved” as well as a musical montage of Presley photos. The keepsake tin also includes a postcards replica of “Graceland, 50th Anniversary” by famed inspirational painter Thomas Kinkade, a hand-painted keepsake candle modeled after the acoustic guitar Presley used in the 1960s, and a booklet detailing “The King’s” gospel upbringing.
Linda @ 9:12 pm
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New Johnny Cash boxed set highlights hymns and Bible reading
Johnny Cash reads the Gospel of John
The Gospel of John by Johnny Cash features the legendary Cash’s favorite hymns on two discs along with a King James Version of the Gospel of John and a biographical booklet detailing Cash’s life and faith, packaged in a collectible tin. Among the 23 songs in the tin are “Peace in the Valley,” “Softly and Tenderly,” “Amazing Grace,” and “Rock of Ages.”
Linda @ 8:53 pm
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Farewell Flight’s DIY work ethic takes them touring & into regular radio rotation
Farewell
Flight
Farewell Flight is an indie-pop band from Harrisburg, PA, with a sound in the vein of Death Cab for Cutie, Nada Surf, Elliott Smith, and/or Coldplay. In just under 3 years they’ve completed 18 national tours covering 31 different states, all completely DIY, playing close to 400 shows Tour number 19 is already booked.
Linda @ 8:21 pm
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21st October 2008
RELEVANT.TV to world premiere Hillsong United’s With Hearts as one DVD
To celebrate the launch of its new RELEVANT.TV HD on Tuesday, October 21st, RELEVANT Magazine will present the world premiere of Hillsong United’s brand new DVD With Hearts as One, the same day the new project releases in stores.
The all-new RELEVANT.TV will show the entire DVD starting tonight at 6 p.m. ET, with encores presented back-to-back until Thursday, October 23. The RELEVANT.TV HD will provide the ultimate optimized viewing experience which features full screen, Hi-Definition streaming video.
To watch the DVD, visit http://www.relevant.tv/.
Hillsong United’s new DVD With Hearts as One captures the sounds and sights of global worship as United traveled last year from Rwanda to Capetown, Buenos Aires to Mexico City; Los Angeles to Toronto; London to Budapest; Shanghai to Sydney. The end result is the sound of a generation worshipping God with one voice.
For more information about Hillsong United, visit: http://www.hillsongunited.com/ and www.myspace.com/hillsongunited.
Linda @ 9:21 pm
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20th October 2008
KC Jubilee Film Festival & Film Fest In KC
KC Jubilee Film Festival & FilmFestKC have joined forces to bring you a NEW film extravaganza in 2009: Kansas City FilmFest
The new festival will be presented by the Kansas City Filmmakers Jubilee. All filmmakers, anywhere, are invited to submit your short or feature film - drama, comedy, documentary, animation, or experimental work. It must have been completed since January 1, 2007.
EARLY DEADLINE DATE: November 15, 2008 (FINAL deadline: 12/01/2008)
ENTRY FEES:
- Heartland Division (any filmmaker in Missouri or Kansas): Open:$30 / Student: $15 (short or feature)
- US/International & CinemaJAZZ Divisions: Shorts: $35 / Features: $45
Go to our website - www.kcjubilee.org - for complete details, entry form, and pay fee online.
Check out our special CinemaJAZZ division if you have made a work (short or feature) inspired by JAZZ
Send your screener (DVD-region 1), check, entry form to: KC Jubilee, 4826 W. 77th Terrace, Prairie Village, KS 66208-4321
If you have any questions - call 913-649-0244 or email: kcjub@kcjubilee.org
Shari @ 8:10 pm
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18th October 2008
Sonic Flood partners with Voice of the Martyrs for new Underground Reality: Vietnam youth study
The Voice of the Martyrs announces a new youth curriculum based on the bestselling-DVD Underground Reality: Vietnam. This dynamic nine-week study includes a leader’s guide, five full-color student field manuals, a DVD containing weekly video segments hosted by top-selling recording artist Sonic Flood and a CD-ROM containing printable handouts, sound effects and other material.
Sonic Flood to Share Message of Persecution
Sonic Flood has partnered with The Voice of the Martyrs to share the message of today’s persecuted church at the group’s upcoming concerts. VOM is excited about this partnership and the opportunity to educate and engage American Christians in the spiritual battle for the persecuted church around the globe.
Linda @ 10:26 pm
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Tenth Avenue North partners with Compassion
Tenth Avenue North just announced a partnership with Compassion International. Look for them at a town near you.
Upcoming Shows
Oct 18 2008 8:00P
Immanuel Baptist Church Highland, California
Oct 19 2008 6:00P
Valley Bible Fellowship Las Vegas, Nevada
Oct 21 2008 7:00P
Park View Middle School Yucaipa, California
Oct 23 2008 7:00P
Sunset Presbyterian Portland, Oregon
Oct 24 2008 7:00P
Mountain Christian Fellowship Medford, Oregon
Oct 25 2008 7:00P
Overlake Christian Church Redmond, Washington
Oct 26 2008 7:00P
The Service Station Spokane, Washington
Oct 28 2008 7:00P
Shrine Auditorium Billings, Montana
Nov 2 2008 6:00P
Greenford Christian Church Greenford, Ohio
Nov 6 2008 7:30P
Frauenthal Theatre Muskegon, Michigan
Nov 7 2008 7:00P
McMorran Place Theatre Port Huron, Michigan
Nov 8 2008 2:00P
Gaylord E-Free Church Gaylord, Michigan
Nov 14 2008 7:00P
United Methodist Church of Crystal Lake Crystal Lake, Illinois
Nov 16 2008 7:00P
La Harpe High School La Harpe, Illinois
Nov 20 2008 7:00P
Bridgepoint Bible Church Houston, Texas
Nov 21 2008 7:00P
THIRST Youth Convention - Erie Bayfront Convention Center (11/21-23) Erie, Pennsylvania
Dec 2 2008 8:00P
NCCAA Soccer Opening Ceremony - CLOSED EVENT Orlando, Florida
Dec 3 2008 7:00P
The Loft (Cathedral of Praise) Charleston, South Carolina
Dec 4 2008 7:00P
Grace Chapel Christian Fellowship Jacksonville, Florida
Dec 5 2008 7:00P
North Highland Church Columbus, Georgia
Dec 6 2008 7:00P
The House of Rock Cartersville, Georgia
Dec 29 2008 7:00P
Unveiled ’08/ The Renaissance Waverly Dec 29- Jan1 Atlanta, Georgia
Jan 9 2009 7:00P
Broadcast Conference - Celebration Baptist Church Tallahassee, Florida
Jan 16 2009 7:00P
Student Venture Conference - Crown Plaza Melbourne (1/16-18) Indialantic, Florida
Jan 23 2009 8:00P
WINTER BLITZ Conference - KY Exposition Center (1/23-25) Louisville, Kentucky
Jan 28 2009 7:00P
Briarwood Church Pampa, Texas
Feb 20 2009 10:00A
Island Christian School - CLOSED EVENT Islamorada, Florida
Feb 21 2009 6:00P
Island Community Church Islamorada, Florida
Feb 22 2009 10:00A
Island Community Church - Worship Service Islamorada, Florida
Feb 24 2009 6:00P
National Leadership Conference - Campus Crusade - CLOSED EVENT Thru 2/26/09 Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
Feb 28 2009 12:00P
Trinity Spirit Festival - Trinity Lutheran School Delray Beach, Florida
Mar 1 2009 9:00A
Access Church - University of North Florida Fine Arts Center Jacksonville, Florida
Linda @ 10:08 pm
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