The Meaning, the Magic, the Music

James 1:17 tells us that every good and perfect gift is from above!

There's no better time to celebrate those gifts than the birthday of Jesus, the greatest gift of all!

Christmas is a time for friends and family, so gather yours for an evening you won't forget.

You'll hear the stories and songs of Christmas in a way you might never have heard them. Grammy award winners Steven Curtis Chapman and Laura Story are joined by the best storytellers around?Patsy Clairmont, Luci Swindoll, Marilyn Meberg and Mary Beth Chapman along with comedienne Anita Renfroe?to present ...an event that brings the wonder of Christmas to life. The night wouldn't be complete without experiencing the magic of Christmas with illusionist Harris III, and he's bringing something special just for the kids. The evening is hosted by Lisa Whelchel of TV's "The Facts of Life."

It's a time that's uniquely enjoyable to everyone - a time to celebrate the gifts we've been given, the joy of the season and the meaning of it all. That's what 12 Gifts of Christmas is all about, and you won't want to miss it!

Tickets are now available through TicketMaster and at the I Wireless Center Box Office!

Ticket prices:

(Buy your tickets at the I Wireless Center Box Office, and avoid paying any TicketMaster fees!)

$25.00 General Admission - red on seating chart; use link below

$35.00 Reserved Seating - blue on seating chart; use link below

$125.00 VIP Reserved Seating includes VIP reception starting at 5:30PM

Reserved Seating Group (15+) $30.00

General Admission Group (15+) $20.00

Group rates are available for both reserved and general admission seats by calling the I Wireless Center group sales department at 309-277-1356.

(Note: A venue service fee of $2.50 will apply for all tickets sold.)

12 Gifts of Christmas Seating Chart:

http://www.iwirelesscenter.com/boxoffice/charts/2012-1130.pdf

For your convenience, you can also buy tickets on-line through TicketMaster:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0600494BCBDD88FC?artistid=1790609&majorcatid=10005&minorcatid=0?camefrom=MARKQC

(Additional TicketMaster fees apply for all non-Box Office ticketing points.)

Ages 1 and under free on lap. Doors open at 6:00 pm. General admission seating is located to the rear of the lower bowl and the upper bowl. It is first come-first served but you may be asked to consolidate in order to fit others. For a seating chart go to the iwireless Center website at www.iwirelesscenter.com. Group rates are available for both reserved and general admission seats by calling the i wireless Center group sales department at 309/277-1356.

Doors:

Doors open at 5:30 PM for VIP Seating Only.

Doors open at 6:00 PM for all other seating.

About the 12 Gifts Tour Group

With more than ten million records sold in a career that began in 1987, Steven Curtis Chapman has recorded 17 projects with Sparrow Records, including two RIAA certified platinum albums and eight RIAA certified gold albums. Along with his five GRAMMY® awards and 16 nominations, Chapman has won an American Music Award, recorded 46 No. 1 US radio hits and been awarded 56 Dove Awards, more than any other artist to date.

Laura Story is a songwriter, worship leader, artist and soon-to-be mother. Her Grammy winning songs, including "Blessings" and Chris Tomlin's "Indescribable," have brought hope to millions around the world.

Patsy Clairmont has spoken to millions of women (and men) offering spiritual and emotional hope. Patsy has written books in several genres including devotional, fiction, children's, and gift offerings. She is one of the founding speakers at Women of Faith and trains people for the platform.

Mary Beth Chapman is the wife of Grammy and Dove Award winning recording artist, Steven Curtis Chapman. Steven and Mary Beth have been married for 27 years. Mary Beth released the New York Times best selling book Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope in September of 2010.

Marilyn Meberg is an extraordinary storytellerwho shares the gospel of Christ's love through her hilarious tales and heart-touching stories. She is the author of many books the latest of whichis "Constantly Craving". Marilyn has a masters degree in English and taught at Biola University for ten years. With a second masters degree in Counseling Psychology, she began another career as a professional counselor.

Luci Swindoll has been enjoying life for almost eighty years, and she doesn't seem to be slowing down. In the past 25 years she's written 14 books and spoken all over the country, and has been to all seven continents. Luci is an avid fan of her two brothers, Chuck and Orville, who are both engaged in public Christian Ministry as pastor/teachers.

Comedienne and author Anita Renfroe is an overnight Internet sensation. Anita is author of Hyperion release DON'T SAY I DIDN'T WARN YOU: Kids, Carbs, and the Coming Hormonal Apocalypse. Anita has been featured in The New York Times, Readers Digest, Women's Day and The Washington Post.

Harris III has performed as a Christian Illusionist before 1 million people in more than twelve nations on five continents.

Lisa Whelchel was as a Mouseketeer for Walt Disney's "The New Mickey Mouse Club." Ms. Whelchel is perhaps best known for her starring role as Blair Warner on NBC's "The Facts of Life" for nine years. Her first book, "Creative Correction" released October 2000 and has sold over 200,000 copies. She went on to write over a dozen more books including, "The Facts of Life and Other Lessons My Father Taught Me," "So You're Thinking About Homeschooling," "The ADVENTure of Christmas," "The Busy Mom's Guide" Series, and her most recent, "Friendship For Grownups."

The Meaning, the Magic, the Music

James 1:17 tells us that every good and perfect gift is from above!

There's no better time to celebrate those gifts than the birthday of Jesus, the greatest gift of all!

Christmas is a time for friends and family, so gather yours for an evening you won't forget.

You'll hear the stories and songs of Christmas in a way you might never have heard them. Grammy award winners Steven Curtis Chapman and Laura Story are joined by the best storytellers around?Patsy Clairmont, Luci Swindoll, Marilyn Meberg and Mary Beth Chapman along with comedienne Anita Renfroe?to present ...an event that brings the wonder of Christmas to life. The night wouldn't be complete without experiencing the magic of Christmas with illusionist Harris III, and he's bringing something special just for the kids. The evening is hosted by Lisa Whelchel of TV's "The Facts of Life."

It's a time that's uniquely enjoyable to everyone - a time to celebrate the gifts we've been given, the joy of the season and the meaning of it all. That's what 12 Gifts of Christmas is all about, and you won't want to miss it!

Tickets:

Ticket prices:

(Buy your tickets at the I Wireless Center Box Office, and avoid paying any TicketMaster fees!)

$25.00 General Admission - red on seating chart; use link below

$35.00 Reserved Seating - blue on seating chart; use link below

$125.00 VIP Reserved Seating includes VIP reception starting at 5:30PM

Reserved Seating Group (15+) $30.00

General Admission Group (15+) $20.00

Group rates are available for both reserved and general admission seats by calling the I Wireless Center group sales department at 309-277-1356.

(Note: A venue service fee of $2.50 will apply for all tickets sold.)

12 Gifts of Christmas Seating Chart:

http://www.iwirelesscenter.com/boxoffice/charts/2012-1130.pdf

For your convenience, you can also buy tickets on-line through TicketMaster:

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0600494BCBDD88FC?artistid=1790609&majorcatid=10005&minorcatid=0?camefrom=MARKQC

(Additional TicketMaster fees apply for all non-Box Office ticketing points.)

Ages 1 and under free on lap. Doors open at 6:00 pm. General admission seating is located to the rear of the lower bowl and the upper bowl. It is first come-first served but you may be asked to consolidate in order to fit others. For a seating chart go to the iwireless Center website at www.iwirelesscenter.com. Group rates are available for both reserved and general admission seats by calling the i wireless Center group sales department at 309/277-1356.

Doors:

Doors open at 5:30 PM for VIP Seating Only.

Doors open at 6:00 PM for all other seating.

About the 12 Gifts Tour Group

With more than ten million records sold in a career that began in 1987, Steven Curtis Chapman has recorded 17 projects with Sparrow Records, including two RIAA certified platinum albums and eight RIAA certified gold albums. Along with his five GRAMMY® awards and 16 nominations, Chapman has won an American Music Award, recorded 46 No. 1 US radio hits and been awarded 56 Dove Awards, more than any other artist to date.

Laura Story is a songwriter, worship leader, artist and soon-to-be mother. Her Grammy winning songs, including "Blessings" and Chris Tomlin's "Indescribable," have brought hope to millions around the world.

Patsy Clairmont has spoken to millions of women (and men) offering spiritual and emotional hope. Patsy has written books in several genres including devotional, fiction, children's, and gift offerings. She is one of the founding speakers at Women of Faith and trains people for the platform.

Mary Beth Chapman is the wife of Grammy and Dove Award winning recording artist, Steven Curtis Chapman. Steven and Mary Beth have been married for 27 years. Mary Beth released the New York Times best selling book Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope in September of 2010.

Marilyn Meberg is an extraordinary storytellerwho shares the gospel of Christ's love through her hilarious tales and heart-touching stories. She is the author of many books the latest of whichis "Constantly Craving". Marilyn has a masters degree in English and taught at Biola University for ten years. With a second masters degree in Counseling Psychology, she began another career as a professional counselor.

Luci Swindoll has been enjoying life for almost eighty years, and she doesn't seem to be slowing down. In the past 25 years she's written 14 books and spoken all over the country, and has been to all seven continents. Luci is an avid fan of her two brothers, Chuck and Orville, who are both engaged in public Christian Ministry as pastor/teachers.

Comedienne and author Anita Renfroe is an overnight Internet sensation. Anita is author of Hyperion release DON'T SAY I DIDN'T WARN YOU: Kids, Carbs, and the Coming Hormonal Apocalypse. Anita has been featured in The New York Times, Readers Digest, Women's Day and The Washington Post.

Harris III has performed as a Christian Illusionist before 1 million people in more than twelve nations on five continents.

Lisa Whelchel was as a Mouseketeer for Walt Disney's "The New Mickey Mouse Club." Ms. Whelchel is perhaps best known for her starring role as Blair Warner on NBC's "The Facts of Life" for nine years. Her first book, "Creative Correction" released October 2000 and has sold over 200,000 copies. She went on to write over a dozen more books including, "The Facts of Life and Other Lessons My Father Taught Me," "So You're Thinking About Homeschooling," "The ADVENTure of Christmas," "The Busy Mom's Guide" Series, and her most recent, "Friendship For Grownups."

Seating for 12 Gifts of Christmas

VIP Reserved Seating - Doors 5:30 PM

a) Preferred Seating - a reserved seat in the front 6 rows assigned as best available at time of purchase.

b) Early Entry - check in at a special table 30 minutes before general doors to trade in your ticket and pick up your seat assignments with the VIP Passes

c) VIP Reception - take those passes and scurry down to a special reception area where there will be a light dinner, deserts, coffee & water, etc

d) Surprise Guests - All of our speakers and musicians love coffee, cake & cookies so while you're there getting ready for the show don't be surprised if you're rubbing elbows with someone you've always wanted to meet your whole life!!!

e) When you leave you'll take your Gift Pack with you that has a 12 Gifts of Christmas soundtrack CD, a bottle of water for the show and a Tour Souvenir Program book signed by all the artists and speakers.

Reserved, General Admission, and Group Seating:

Doors are 6:00 PM for all seating types except VIP Seating.