by parkermom 21 May 2018

Several members of our church are heading to Greece next month on a mission trip. One of the type of items requested for them to take (as gifts) are items with Bible verses on them, like mugs, etc. They had been told that items like that are not available in Greece. Is that true? I'm thinking zippered bags with verses, or mug rugs. Would those be good things to do?

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Comments (6)

by mops Moderator 23 May 2018

I really wonder whether it would be a good idea to use English. Many Greeks live from the tourist industry and speak English or one of the other European languages. However, the New Testament was written in Greek. It seems rather odd (not to say rude) to use a translation (English) in stead of the original.

Just my feelings as a European.

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by parkermom 23 May 2018

Thank you for saying that. I certainly don't want to be respectful.

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by rachap 23 May 2018

How about small FSL crosses? know I have seen free ones but can't remember where. Maybe some of the cuties can help you out on that.

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by parkermom 24 May 2018

That's a good idea. I have several designs of those. Thank you

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by cfidl 23 May 2018

There is a selection of christian key fobs available.

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by parkermom 25 May 2018

I haven't ever made a key fob. I have lots of vinyl...

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by lbrow 23 May 2018

Like Toogie I wonder about the language. I also think Book marks , mug rugs. Pot holders for women. Anything small and packs easily without taking up much rm. Small change pkts with velcrow closures

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by parkermom 24 May 2018

Good ideas. Thank you. I hadn't thought about pot holders, book marks, or the change packets. My mind is working now.

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by toogie 21 May 2018

Would the verse have to be embroidered in the Greek language or would they be able to read English? Just a thought....I feel like Angie either items would be nice and easily packed.

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by toogie 23 May 2018

Perhaps you could write a short verse in English and use google translate to Greek. Then you could make your design for the mug rug. If I can find time :) I don't mind helping do a short verse or two.

by toogie 23 May 2018

1 John 5:3 Because this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments. And his orders are not burdensome.
Translated to Greek:
1 John 5:3 Γιατί αυτή είναι η αγάπη του Θεού, ότι τηρούμε τις εντολές του. Και οι εντολές του δεν είναι επαχθές.

I don't have this font/symbols so I'm afraid I spoke too soon.....

by parkermom 24 May 2018

I hadn't thought about translating verses into Greek. I don't think I have those fonts/symbols either. I don't want to be rude or disrespectful and not give something in their original language. I only found out about this Sunday, and they need everything turned in by next week. I may have worried myself out of being productive

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by crafter2243 Moderator 21 May 2018

Bible verses is always good. Mug rugs and bookmarks are easy to transport also mug wraps

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by parkermom 22 May 2018

I didn't think about mug wraps. That would be different and easy Thank you!

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