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Christmas in July - Free Shipping

Wednesday, June 29, 2011 by Chris Vallely

Free Shipping on All Orders Over $500!

For the entire month of July we are offering Free Shipping on all orders over $500! This is the time to stock up on your favorites, like our New American Bible Revised Edition, and any other big purchases that you have wanted to make like chalices, ciboria, and vestments. Many churches last year stocked up on Bibles to prepare for their school year starting in August. Others purchased all of their Advent and Christmas supplies early and at one time, so they didn’t have to worry about paying extra for rushed shipping or if items would be still have stock during November and December. My mom even participated in our Christmas in July promotion. She purchased a different Nativity Set for each of her siblings, Christmas gifts for my entire family and arts & crafts for the Sunday School class that she teaches. When I told her we were doing the promotion again, she got really excited and raved about “how much time she saved from conventional shopping” and “how less stressful the Christmas season is… and you don’t have to worry about last minute shopping, because you have been done for 5 months!” She also added, “When I shop on Autom.com, I know I am going to get quality, affordable, and inspirational gifts that glorify Jesus Christ.”

We have also included over 600 new items to the 2011 summer and fall catalogs. We have added a ton of new Christmas and Advent items including tote bags, lapel pins, Nativities, and so much more! In addition to the Christmas and Advent items, we have also added new hand-painted Greek Icons, jewelry, and many, many more entire lines.

Follow any of the links in this blog to enjoy the Christmas in July savings: Free Shipping on all orders over $500. Visit us online at Autom.com, your one stop shop for affordable Catholic Church supplies, clergy apparel, wholesale rosaries, New American Bibles, and everything else to help you grow in your Catholic faith!

*Also, a special thank you to my mom for the candid interview, and I hope you don’t mind I quoted you!

Autom: Your Economic Solution!

Monday, November 8, 2010 by Chris Vallely

No matter how many times I have heard the economists say, “The economy is turning back up!” or “In a few months things will be back to normal,” it is hard for me to see any hard evidence of change in my life. The same 10 houses that have been for sale on my street for the past 8 months still have their signs out. Many of my friends headed to Asia after college, hoping to find a job teaching English or some sort of experience that would allow them to be competitive when they do return to America. And I continue to see business offices and prime commercial real estate that has been vacant for over a year, with those numbers continually rising. So where is this upward growth I’m hearing all about?! I’m not seeing it.

In order to continue living a “normal” life (perhaps not to the extent we once were), we must cut costs and determine how to better balance our budgets. I, for one, was an avid fan of Starbucks. There is just something about that Pumpkin Spice latte! Even if it is still 105 degrees here in Phoenix when they release it (which it was this year), it feels like autumn has arrived once that first drop hits my mouth. However, this year I have cut my Pumpkin Spice consumption down drastically! I think I have only had 2 in the past two months. Instead I have been purchasing a Pumpkin Spice flavored coffee creamer for under $3 and brewing my own coffee instead. What are some ways that you have been cutting back your spending habits to counter the reduced amount of disposable income?

Autom knows that times are tough and instead of increasing our prices with rising costs like much of the competition, we continue to offer the lowest prices on the largest selection of affordable church supplies. Have you ever compared our clergy shirts and other clergy apparel to the competition? Why pay over $40 for a clergy shirt, when you can purchase a comparable shirt from us for under $20? Or purchase a stole for nearly 3x the price, when you can get it at Autom.com for $19.99? It just does not make sense to me! The list of items goes on and on…. Everything from Advent & Christmas supplies, to Baptismal & First Communion gifts, you can find it for less at Autom.com.

We would like to thank you all for your continued support and if you are new to Autom, please compare our prices to the competition. I know you will be pleasantly surprised at the savings you will gain from shopping with us. In this economy, we don’t need to stop shopping altogether, but rather become smarter shoppers! As mentioned earlier, please let us know how you are changing your spending/purchasing habits to adapt to the times in the comments below.

Make Autom Your Source for Everything Advent

Monday, November 1, 2010 by Chris Vallely

Autom has been providing the Catholic community with affordable church supplies since 1948. Since the day we opened our doors we have kept one promise, quality products at affordable prices. This has not changed!

With Advent just around the corner, it's not too late to order your Advent candles, wreaths, and calendars, and still receive them in time. Since I myself am a huge procrastinator, I have a soft spot in my heart for my fellow man (and woman) who may leave things for the last minute.

For those of you who are still waiting to purchase your Advent supplies, let us reward you with 10% off your order!

Use the 10% savings on Advent candles, calendars, banners, wreaths, offering supplies, or anything else you would like this Advent season. As a friendly reminder, our best-selling Advent tapers are in stock and shipping. Last year we sold out a week before Advent, so we bumped our order quantity this year, but it may not be a bad idea to order early to ensure prompt delivery. Advent is less than one month away, so don't delay and save an extra 10% just for visiting our blog! Use coupon code: ADVENT10 to enjoy the savings as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and prepare for His second coming. Offer expires November 12, 2010.

Christmas in July Update!

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 by Chris Vallely

I hope everyone's summer has been fun-filled and exciting! Things here at Autom sure are heating up. We have been busy preparing for our Christmas/Fall season. One thing we are always pleased to offer is our "Christmas in July" savings event.

Each year we offer you, the customer, FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $500! Take this as an opportunity to stock up on all of your fall, winter, Christmas, and Advent supplies. Most churches and schools like to purchase their copies of the New American Bible for the remainder of the year. Others stock up on clergy shirts! Our clergy apparel section is hands down the largest, highest quality, and least expensive in the industry.

Although most people tend to purchase their usual favorites, I would recommend trying something new! We have added over 600 new items to our Fall Catalog! Yes, 600! The new Christmas items are some of the best products we have had in years. Check Autom.com for more information and links to enjoy the savings!

Have a great rest of your summer and God Bless You All!

Banners for all Seasons

Thursday, July 1, 2010 by Beth Williams

As many of you know, we have a lot of seasons in the Church, and it seems like we are always gearing up for the next one. If your church decorates for the different seasons by hanging banners, there is no better place to shop than Autom for affordable Church Supplies. Not only do we offer the best prices anywhere, but our selection is enormous. If your church does not decorate, you may want to reconsider. Banners are a great accessory that adds reverence and beauty to any sanctuary.

Whether you are looking for Lent, Easter, Pentecost, Patriotic, Outreach, Thanksgiving, Advent, Christmas, or Everyday Banners, Autom is your solution for all Catholic Church supplies. With prices starting at just $14.99, you will be able to hang banners for every season. Even the large 3'x6' canvas banners start as low as $34.99!

One of our best-selling banners is 'The Story of Christmas' Banner. We used children's art to depict the different elements of the Christmas Story, ultimately creating an elegant banner. The 'Fishers of Men' Banner is another customer favorite. We designed this particular banner exclusively for Autom. It depicts a net draped over a cross standing in a boat,

which is all set against an amazing sunrise. Lastly, the 'Come Lord Jesus' Banner, which is part of the Holiday Set, features the silhouette of a mountain range resting beneath a star-filled sky. This is a dramatic banner that can be hung during the entire Advent Season. No matter which season it may be, Autom has something for everyone.

With low prices and a great selection; our banners also make a wonderful gift to your church! Visit the Autom website to view our entire selection of banners!

Prepare Your Hearts This Advent Season

Monday, November 30, 2009 by Alicia Reidhead

With the First Sunday of Advent behind us, it’s likely that you have all of the Advent supplies you need for the season, and now is the time to reflect upon what Advent really means.

Advent comes from the Latin word adventus, meaning “coming” or “to come to”. It is a season for us to remember Jesus’ arrival long ago in Bethlehem and to prepare for His final coming as King of Kings. It is also a season to remind us to prepare our hearts for Jesus each day and to reflect upon His loving presence among us. We hope this Advent season will bring a renewal of prayer especially in your families, enkindling love and warmth among your loved ones and bringing faith and hope to all those who may feel lonely or discouraged this season.

Advent began Sunday, November 29th, and continues until December 24th.

If you are in need of any last minute Advent supplies or would like to stock up for next year, we have a variety of Autom Advent wreaths, books and candles still available. Click here to view our selection of Advent supplies. Thank you, and have a Blessed Advent!