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Monday, November 4, 2013

BIG NEWS ALERT!!!

WE HAVE AN ANONYMOUS DONOR THAT WILL MATCH DOLLAR-FOR-DOLLAR ALL DONATIONS TO GTD UP TO A TOTAL OF $3500!!!

THAT MEANS THAT FOR EVERY DOLLAR YOU DONATE THEY WILL MATCH IT UNTIL NOV 12th OR UNTIL WE HIT $3500!!!

IF YOU DONATE $50 THEN IT BECOMES $100!! IF YOU DONATE $1000 THEN IT BECOMES $2000!!

IN ADDITION, WE ARE SENDING OUT OUR NEW GTD T-SHIRTS WITH OUR "LIMITED EDITION" LOGO TO BE PRINTED. ANYONE DONATING $100 OR MORE WILL RECEIVE A FREE GTD T-SHIRT... OR ANYONE WHO PLEDGES $10 OR MORE PER MONTH FOR THE NEXT 12 MONTHS WILL ALSO RECEIVE OUR NEW GTD T-SHIRT!!

JUMP ON THE GTD DONATION BANDWAGON AND DOUBLE YOUR DONATION TODAY!!

OUR GOAL IS TO RAISE $25,000 BY MIDNIGHT NOV 12, 2013.

ALL DONATIONS WILL GO TO SUPPORTING THE MISSION OF GTD.

GTD IS A NON-PROFIT 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION SO YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS ARE TAX-DEDUCTIBLE!!

CLICK HERE TO DONATE OR TO SIGN-UP TO MAKE MONTHLY PLEDGES

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT GTD

WE WANT TO PROFOUNDLY THANK OUR ANONYMOUS DONOR FOR THEIR INCREDIBLE GENEROSITY & SUPPORT OF THIS MINISTRY!! GOD BLESS YOU!!

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Finalized!!

Just finalized the details for the GTD Banquet at the NEW VENUE LOCATION in LARGO!

Don't forget to RSVP (Nov 12th)! -Laurie

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CATERED BY CARRABBA'S

CATERED BY CARRABBA'S!!! ...DINNER FOR 8!!

That's one more reason to be a part of GTD's most important event of the year!!

Sponsor a table at our Annual Banquet and you'll get 8 seats at your personal table so you and your family & friends can enjoy an amazing Carrabba's dinner of

- Chicken Marsala

- Penne Pasta w/ Pomodoro Sauce

- Salad

- Focaccia Bread

Click here for details

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Do I Hear $40???

We will auction off to this delicious Lizano's Salsa from Costa Rica to the highest bidder!!!

All proceeds will go to the GTD fundraiser banquet...those who have been to Costa Rica know exactly what this is.

We've got a big of $30....do I hear $40???

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TABLE SPONSOR ALERT!!

We have another Table Sponsor for GTD's Annual Banquet!!

Our deep appreciation and thanks goes out to the Williamson/Salgado family for their generosity and support of this ministry!!

God bless them!!

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DUG Starts 60 Day Workout

Up at 5am this morning knocking out Day 7 of my workout followed by some great time with God in prayer.

Started reading the book of Luke... looking fwd to focusing on the life of Christ as we head into the holidays.

"train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things" - 1 Timothy 4:7-8

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ANOTHER TABLE SPONSOR!!

Thank you so much JAG (Jerry & Ann Garner) for sponsoring 2 tables at this year's GTD Annual Banquet!!

Your constant support of this ministry blesses us beyond words.

We love you!!

Thank you!!

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Meet The Cooney's!!

Come be a part of GTD's Annual Banquet on Nov 12th at the Largo Cultural Center and get challenged by Pastor Ron & Brooke Cooney to raise the risk and live on the edge as you follow Christ.

Learn more about the Cooney's here.

Banquet Details

(Nov 12; 6:30p-9p)

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Grand Canyon 2014

Grand Canyon 2014 sign-ups begin in November.

Click here for teaser video #1

"Start Training For The Grand Canyon"

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WHO IS JESUS?

WHO IS JESUS?

"He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church. He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross." - Colossians 1:15-20

HE'S... MY SAVIOR. MY LORD. MY BEST FRIEND. MY HERO.

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You're Invited!!

Please contact us to RSVP, to buy tickets, to donate, or to sponsor a table!

Click Here For Details

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TABLE SPONSOR ALERT!!

GTD wants to thank the Family Center on Deafness for being a Bronze Table Sponsor for this year's GTD Annual Banquet!! God bless you for your ongoing support of GTD!!

Interested In Sponsoring A Table This Year? Click here for details.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2013

3 WEEKS TO GO!!

3 weeks until our Annual Banquet!!! Join us for another year of celebration as GTD shares this year's victories along with next year's vision.

Nov 12 (Tues night) / 6:30 - 9:00pm / Largo Cultural Center / Catered by Carrabba's / Keynote Speakers: Pastor Ron & Brooke Cooney

Fundraising Goal: $25,000

[Details]

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Let The Planning Begin!

Already planning out the 2014 Grand Canyon Trip!!!

We met at Buffalo Wild Wings to dive into the details of next year's event.

(We missed having Brooke Cooney here to help with the planning!!)

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IGNITE TO BE RESCHEDULED!!!

One of the other events that was effected by the government shutdown is our Ignite Camping Retreat originally scheduled for Nov 1-3. Since Ignite was being held in a National Forest (which were also closed as part of the govt shutdown) we had cancel our reservation & begin looking for a new location. We also didn't have time to work on the new Ignite plan or promote it because all of our time & energy had to go into the re-planning of the Grand Canyon Trip that was also impacted by the govt shutdown. The bottom line is that we didn't have any time to promote the event so we only had a couple of people signed-up and we didn't know when the govt shutdown would end so we had to cancel our reservation in Ocala. That means that we are changing the dates & location of this year's Ignite. We are looking at Dec 6-8 at Word of Life in Hudson, FL. but are waiting for final confirmation. As soon as we have the details we will update our website & social media. Thank you for your patience as we adjust to some circumstances that were out of our control.

[Ignite Website]

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Monday, October 21, 2013

Banquet Response!

Our first response to our banquet invites came back in the mail today and we are so excited and grateful for people who love and support the ministry (GTD)! -L

XFL POSTPONED!!!

ALERT: THE XFL (Cross Florida Bike Ride) IS POSTPONED!!!

Over the last few weeks most of the bikers had to back out of this event due to scheduling conflicts, injuries, and various reasons. That drops us down to 2 people. Because of this we will attempt to reschedule this event in early 2014, probably in late February. Our sincere apologies to anyone that we may not be aware of that was planning on doing this event and is now finding out it is postponed.

POSTPONED (NEW DATE TBA - PROBABLY IN LATE FEB 2014)

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SAC Was Full of Liquid Fun!!

Enjoyed our SAC (Sunday After Church) canoeing trek yesterday on the Seminole Canal with the young adults from First Baptist Church of Indian Rocks. Good times with fun people!!

Saturday, October 19, 2013

Introducing Cartoon DUG & Cartoon Laurie

Looking fwd to our SAC (Sunday After Church) canoeing trip with 33 young adults from Smiley's tmw!!

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Cartoon DUG & Cartoon Laurie invite you & your church crew on a God-awesome GTD camping retreat! www.goingthedistance.org

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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

FL Bound!!

At the airport savoring a God-awesome GTD trip to the Grand Canyon with 23 fantastic people!! Looking thru pics now... boarding flight home to FL in 1 hour. I love God's amazing playground =)

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Monday, October 14, 2013

God's Greatest Passion

"He knows what the mind is, how it operates, and what makes us tick He sits at the edge of the universe and He waits, hopes, and earnestly seeks the adoration of His chosen being...you."

These words from our guest teacher, Dr. Aaron Walp, as he taught his fourth and final lesson atop Bell Rock in Sedona, AZ.

God's greatest passion is the commencement of His creation, His people. This week as we gazed at His created splendor, Dr. Walp reminded us that it all points to the One who is the lover of our souls and desires our love in return.

Keep going the distance.

Sunday, October 13, 2013

Havasu Falls

AMAZING 20 mile hike & camping trip to Havasu Falls in the Grand Canyon!! Thank You Jesus!!

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Saturday, October 12, 2013

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Slot Canyons!!

Wonderful experience touring the slot canyons on Navajo Territory yesterday!! Beauty beyond words!! Today 16 of us will hike 10 miles into the Grand Canyon & camp out overnight near Havasu Falls while the remaining 7 people visit Skywalk!! So excited!!