Tacoma Dome Festival of Giving

TBA

2 Corinthians 8:7-8  “You people there are leaders in so many ways, you have so

much faith, so many good preachers, so much learning, so much enthusiasm, so

much love for us.  Now I want you to be leaders also in this gracious ministry of

giving.”

When: TBA

TBA –  8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Load-In/Set-Up

TBA – l0:00 am – 3pm, Ministry/Give-Away

Where: Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall

Tacoma, WA

What Is a Festival of Giving

This is an amazing opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ on a large scale, inviting people into a relationship with the Lord through a radical crusade-type atmosphere including musicians and worship, a gospel message, altar call, prayer, sharing, and testimonies.   The main draw, however, is the massive amount of free furniture, household goods, clothing, and the like that is made available after the time of ministry.

How Is A Festival of Giving Organized

Abraham’s House facilitates the Festivals of Giving.  We secure the space and organize the event and work with all necessary city and property personnel.  For the Tacoma Dome event we are inviting 50 churches (Christian only) to purchase a specific amount of space ranging from 100 to 500 square feet.  The fee they pay for the space covers the cost of renting the exhibition center.

They may bring any donations they like and set up just as you would for a rummage sale.  The items will all be made available free-of-charge after the time of ministry.  Prior to the close of the event there is one final gospel presentation and a raffle drawing.

The raffle items could include vehicles, motorcycles, vacations, gold/diamond jewelry, stereo systems, large screen TVs, computers, etc.  Tickets are given to everyone who comes free of charge.

Churches are advised to have a table set up specifically with information about their church and ministry focus.  We recommend each person from your church wear a badge that clearly identifies who they are and what church they are representing.  This is a time to serve, love, and meet your community.  Take advantage of meeting those who may desperately need Jesus!

Who Is Coming – Ministry and donations provided by:

We are inviting 50 local churches to attend and bring good, usable donations to give away to those in need.

PROGRAM

Music:                          The Gamlens – www.thegamlens.org

Music:                          Nathan French – www.nathanministries.com

Message:                      Tyna Munger, Abraham’s House President

Message:                      ___________     (To Be Determined Later)

Moving Services:          Hill Moving and Storage

The Objective

• Reach the city of Tacoma with the good news that Jesus Saves!
• Give material goods to those who are in need, free of charge.
• Bring the body of Christ together to love and serve their local community.
• Share in a time of worship and ministry together.

How We Can Participate

• COMMIT – to represent your church!

Purchase space and begin planning how to collect donations.

• VOLUNTEER

Come and help with set-up of the stage, space marking, crowd control, etc.

• PRAY – for the event at large and those who will come.

This is an opportunity to INVEST IN PEOPLE FOR JESUS’ SAKE!

What Does It Cost

Spaces:  $2.00 per sq. ft.                      Smallest -100 sq.ft.            $200.00

Largest -1000 sq.ft.          $2,000.00

The average-sized U-Haul (with a mixture of furniture and miscellaneous) unpacked and set-up, will take up approximately 500 square feet.

Specific Instructions:

1. You will need to bring your own tables and display items.
2. Please make sure all electronics, lamps, and appliances work.
3. Application and monies must be received by December 1, 2009.

Donation Items Needed

Furniture                          Dishes, Pots and Pans             Bedding
Beds (all sizes)              Baby Items                                   Shoes
Dressers                         Clothing                                        Pictures for Walls
Lamps                             Toys                                               Household Goods

In Conclusion – People need Jesus.  Our community needs Jesus.

Can you think of a better way to radically help people and show them the love of Jesus than this?  We can come together as the body of Christ and give away the most precious thing we have…our faith.

We are not just telling people Jesus cares for them we are showing them.

2 Corinthians 8:9  “You know how full of love and kindness our Lord Jesus was: though He was so very rich, yet to help you He became so very poor, so that bybeing poor He could make you rich.”

Let’s give our riches in Christ away!  God bless you.

Join us for a time of ministry and giving that WILL change people’s lives and it WILL change a city!

For More Information or to Sign Up:  www.abrahamshouse.org

(Festival Information)
Or Call:   (360) 405-0488