Gift Shop

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DISCOVER DUBUQUE's Hidden Treasure . . .

Shalom Retreat Center's Gift Shop!

Unique gifts for any occasion.

Gift Shop Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am to Noon and 12:30pm to 4:30pm.

Other times by appointment. Just give us a call at 563.582.3592.

All proceeds support Shalom’s operating budget.

Gift Certificates: You can purchase Shalom Retreat Center gift certificates in any dollar increment. Shalom gift certificates are a thoughtful gift for family, friends, and visitors any time of the year and almost any occasion. Feel free to call us at 563.582.3592 before you visit, and we’ll have your gift certificate ready for you.

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NEW! PRAYER BOWLS

(new supply received in mid-December..only 4 remaining)

handcrafted by Jerry Rupp (brother of Sr. Joyce Rupp OSM)

These works of art are available in a variety of trees: ash, butternut, oak, cedar, apple, orange, cherry, and maple. Limited quantities available.

Prayer bowls: $25 each (includes laminated two-sided prayer card).

Jerry Rupp's business: Ruppkins Woodturning - Bowls of Beauty and Grace

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NEW! CHILDREN'S BOOK - "Francis and Leo"

If you're looking to introduce St. Francis to a young child, Chandice Chaoupka's new book "Francis and Leo" would be the perfect choice. Briefly, it shares the message to live out your faith, whether that be through words or actions, which is similar to St. Francis' quote,"Preach the Gospel. When necessary use words." Copies are available in the Shalom gift shop for only $6.99.

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Pass-It-On Cards CLOSEOUT SALE!!

Regular $.15 each – NOW ONLY $.05 each.

These are great to include in a greeting card to a

friend or family member or in a CEW palanca note.

Display is located in the hallway outside the gift shop.

Note: The display will be available for sale when most of the

pass-it-on cards have sold.

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An Extraordinary Wedding Gift Idea

Sculpture of a newley wedded couple with matching gift card from Ministry of the Arts. $49. Only one available and no longer available for reorder.

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Jesus and the Children statue

by Ministry of the Arts

Children are lovingly embraced in this endearing sculpture.

You may wish to use this as a symbol of your care and commitment for children.

$55. Only one available.

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Shalom CD #5 “Prayers for a Wonderful World”

Listen to song samples below.

Following the success of four Shalom music CDs, Sr. Marie Therese Kalb

and Jim Brimeyer have once again combined their musical talents.

Both sacred and secular favorites are featured on this Nov. 2008 album of

instrumental violin and piano music.

Cost: $18 in Shalom’s Gift Shop & Asbury Hy-Vee on NW Arterial

(Mail orders: additional costs for shipping & handing will be added).

SONG SAMPLES: CLICK HERE to listen to Change Our Hearts SONG SAMPLE

CLICK HERE to listen to The Supper of the Lord SONG SAMPLE

CLICK HERE to listen to Hail Mary, Gentle Woman SONG SAMPLE

CLICK HERE to listen to Pan de Vida SONG SAMPLE

CLICK HERE to listen to Bread of Life SONG SAMPLE

Selections

- Give Me Jesus

- Change Our Hearts

- Age to Age

- The Prayer

- Precious Lord

- Bread of Life

For more information,

include:

- What a Wonderful World - Seed Scattered and Sown

- Only This I Want - Shepherd Me O God

- Psalm 42-As the Deer Longs - The Supper of the Lord

- Hail Mary, Gentle Woman - You Raise Me Up

- Eye Has Not Seen - We Are Many Parts

- Pan de Vida - Hosea

- What a Wonderful World (reprise)

call 563/582-3592 or e-mail: info@shalomretreats.org

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Shalom People of Peace Music CD

This vocal music CD, produced in 2005, contains 19 selections, a sampling includes "Send Us Your Spirit," "Blest Are They," "Just Like a Deer," "Pilgrim Companions," and the title song, "People of Peace."

NEW PRICE - The price of this CD has been reduced to $7.50 each.

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Inspirational & Meditative Music CDs

Many demo CDs are available so you can listen before purchasing . . .

including several additional Shalom & Sisters of St. Francis Music CDs

CLICK HERE to view Shalom/Sisters of St. Francis Spiritual Music CDs

CLICK HERE to listen to Ave Maria sound sample - Shalom People of Peace CD

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Tai Chi DVD by

Judy Sinnwell OSF

Tai Chi can help improve health of body, mind, and spirit

as well as increase balance and reduce stress.

Now you can practice Tai Chi in the comfort of your home.

Sr. Judy Sinnwell OSF has put together a 44-minute Tai Chi DVD to guide you through the various non-strenuous Tai Chi movements.

This Tai Chi DVD is available in the Shalom Gift Shop for $15.99.

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Trappistine caramels (from Our Lady of the Mississippi Abbey):

8 oz. bag

chocolate or vanilla caramels:

$7.95

9 oz blue box chocolate-coated

trappistine caramels: $11.95

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Crosses / Crucifixes

San Damiano Crosses . . . three sizes—prices range from $2-$20.

Tau Crosses and other crucifixes.

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Necklaces with Tau crosses and various types of crosses

prices usually range from $3.00 - $5.00

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NOW AVAILABLE!

Eight different 4-color notecards for
all occasions

(photography by Phyllis Manternach OSF)

Cost: $1.00 each

All cards are blank

inside so you can add

a personal message.

Mail Orders:

Call Shalom at

563/582-3592 or email:

info@shalomretreats.org

to place your order.

Postage-additional cost.

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Palm Cross - $30 each

A Gift for a Life Time . . .A Symbol of Prayer, Support, Hope, and Peace

by Ron PalmCrossTM

Uses include: personal prayer, comfort during illness, hospitalization/treatments, visitation/funeral, elderly/aging parents, initiations/sacraments, childbirth (held by parents-becomes child's), child's bedtime cross, military/college/transfer, wedding sign-in, gift for a man

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