QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Who do I talk to about what my design will look like and how much it will cost?
Fred Penner - This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Jackie Johnson - This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

What do I need to know before contacting National Office to print/design for me?
1) Quantity
2) Paper Stock: Uncoated papers, are mainly used for printed pieces that include a registration form.
3) Measurements: For example, if you would like a birthday card designed, we need to know what the measurements are to be sure that they fit into the proper envelopes.
4) Color Preference: A full color job is more costly than a black & white, 2 or 3 color job.

What is involved in the printing process?
1) Receive instructions for the job: Including any files that may be needed (photos, text)
2) Design and layout: Ddepending on the job and time in between communications (emails, phone calls), this can take anywhere from 1 - 5 days to design a newsletter, brochure, pamphlet...etc. A newsletter should take 2-3 days between the time we receive ALL the files and when we send it off (see next point).
3) Plate making & Printing: In order to print this piece, Fred uses our new Jetplate system to burn a plate directly from the file. When the plate is attached to the press, the ink sticks to the raised parts of it and transfers the images and text to the paper. Generally, there are anywhere from 1 - 4 plates per page.

What do I need to know before sending a photo or text file?
1) Acceptable file extensions for photos: jpeg, tiff, eps
- DO NOT send a text file (Word Document) with a photo in it. Word is primarily a text program, as soon as you put a photo in it, the photo loses ALL print quality.
- The original file must be sent to ensure print quality. This means the file that comes directly from your camera. Please DO NOT crop or size them.
- Do not change a file extension manually. For example: If you have sent "picture.png" and the designer requests a jpeg file. Do not change it by clicking on the file name and changing it to "picture.jpeg". The reason why a jpeg is requested is because it it a better quality file for print. Changing the name manually doesn't add quality to the file, it only changes the name.
2) Text Files: Word Document or body of an email.
3) Acceptable file formats for a job that has been designed already (needs to be checked to make sure it won't be a problem for the imaging process): pdf, InDesign, Publisher document (in some cases, these files need to be laid out in a more equipment friendly program, to ensure there are no issues during the plate making process).

MATERIALS AVAILABLE

National Office has many printed items in stock. Some pamphlets and booklets are readily available for you to order. Email Fred to order.

NOTE: There are certain materials that are printed in large quantities each year to ensure the best price for all. Others can be ordered out of sinc if need be.

WALKING WITH GOD - NIV - 90 day devotional books for ages 8 - 12.
A great way to introduce kids to daily time with God.

WWG TITLES                         YEAR REDESIGNED            DESIGNATED YEAR
Walking with God - JOHN           **2009 redesign**              Booklet for 2010
Walking with God - ACTS            **2006 redesign**              Booklet for 2011
Walking with God - GENESIS        **2005 redesign**              Booklet for 2012
Walking with God - LUKE            **2007 redesign**              Booklet for 2013
Walking with God - MARK           **2008 redesign**              Booklet for 2014
 

OTHER MATERIALS AVAILABLE:

A NARROW ESCAPE - 15 short stories for young children, by Muriel Taylor
A great addition to a child's bedtime routine. Sit down with your child and read stories like "Bibles That Live", "Fireworks or Faith" and "Putting Out The Lights".

BUILDING FOUNDATIONS IN BIBLE DOCTRINE - KJV  **2000 revision**
A 20 lesson course designed to enhance the believer's basic knowledge of scriptural teaching. Content Titles: The Bible, God, The nature of God, The human nature of Christ, Christ - His Deity, The death of Christ, Christ - His resurrection, The second coming of Christ...and more.

GROWING WITH GOD - A small booklet for ages 7 - 9, by Corinne Plett.
Content Titles: Prayer, Get into the Bible, Obey God, Get help, Depend on God, Keep moving.

GROW IN GOD'S FAMILY - A 15 page booklet for ages 7 - 13.
Content Titles: My decision, In God's family, A new heart, How to know you are in God's family, You need to read God's Word, You need to pray, You need to tell others about Jesus...

HOW CAN I FIND LIFE? - A 24 page booklet for teens and adults.
Content Titles: What if there's more to life, How does one become a Christian, Believe, The Bible says, Repent, Why is this necessary, The good news...is that God loves you...

CAMP LESSONS - 6 lesson titles to choose from, 8 lessons in each
TITLES                                               DESIGNATED YEAR
CL-1    The Bible                                           2011
CL-2    Life Jesus' Way                                    2012
CL-3    The Eternal God                                  2013
CL-4    Jesus Our Savior                                  2014
CL-5    What the Bible Teaches About Man        2009
CL-6    Our Lord Jesus                                    2010

VBS/LESSON MATERIALS - 5 courses originally designed for Vacation Bible Schools. Each Course has a Teacher's Manual complete with 10 lessons, visual aids, craft ideas and an answer key for each of the 3 workbooks.
2009   Christ The Answer
2010   With God Through The Ages
2011   God's Love To Us And Through Us
2012   God's Way The Only Way
2013   The Chain Of God's Promises

PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

TWENTY THOUSAND TOMORROWS: This pamphlet tells a brief history of CSSM's beginning.

CSSM MINISTRIES AT A GLANCE - A pamphlet about what CSSM believes in, CSSM's purpose, missionary qualifications, finances, stewardship, leadership and more. Includes all branch office addresses, emails and phone numbers.

CSSM CAMPS ACROSS CANADA - A list of CSSM Camps from coast to coast, includes full addresses, phone numbers, email addresses and a short write up of each location.

EXPLOSION OF THE ORDINARY   **2008 redesign**
The on-going story of The Canadian Sunday School Mission, by Judith P. Funk

QUESTIONS?

If you have further Questions about what is available or how to send a file(s)
for printing, please contact us.