edited by Cynthia G. Hawkins
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New Merchandise Collection: Vision Beyond Sight
The ACB Mini Mall is beyond excited to unveil our brand-new merchandise collection: Vision Beyond Sight! This dynamic line represents an inspiring leap forward for ACB, and by convention time it will include 10 bold, innovative items — many unlike anything we’ve ever offered in our classic assortment. Every piece proudly features the striking “Vision Beyond Sight” logo alongside the American Council of the Blind name.
Here’s a glimpse into what makes this logo so extraordinary: “This logo is abstract, modern, and powerfully symbolic. Instead of depicting a traditional eye, it blends dots, lines, and sound waves to express that vision is so much more than sight alone. It’s energetic yet balanced, infused with motion and cutting-edge design. The logo radiates quiet bravery — honoring every form of perception: sight, sound, touch, intuition, memory. It’s not an eye that sees; it’s an eye that understands.”
And the best part? The first two items are available right now at https://acbminimall.org! Check out the sleek long-sleeve T-shirt (in black or green) and the cozy 1/4 zip pullover (in red or blue). If you have questions, contact Chris Sawyer at csawyer@acb.org or (612) 257-6063.
National Church Conference of the Blind
The National Church Conference will be held August 1 – 7, 2026 at the Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport, 1112 Airport Center Dr., Nashville, TN 37214. Please call (615) 866-4017 to make your hotel room reservations. Room rates are $104 per night, plus taxes. The cutoff date for reservation is July 10, 2026.
The hotel will provide free shuttle service to and from the airport. Be sure to inform the reservation clerk of the dates you’re staying at the Radisson Hotel. It is important that you tell the reservation clerk that your room reservation is to be placed in the block of rooms set aside for the NCCB conference from August 1st-7th, 2026.
The theme for this year’s conference is “Walking in Faith” (Hebrews 13:1-25). For more information, visit https://www.thenccb.com/.
Candle in the Window 40th Anniversary
Candle in the Window will hold its annual retreat Wednesday, August 26 through Sunday, August 30. We will again be meeting at the Dogwood Conference and Retreat Center near Charlotte, N.C. This year’s topic will be Milestones of Our Lives.
Space is limited to 20 participants. A non-refundable $40 deposit will reserve your spot. All registration fees must be paid in full by August 7. Payment through PayPal should be sent to candleinthewindow1@gmail.com. If you're paying by check, send it to: Carlos Taylor, 925 S. Luick Ave., Muncie, IN 47302. Make check payable to Candle in the Window.
For more information, contact Carlos Taylor, candleinthewindow1@gmail.com, phone (765) 208-0882, or Becky Davidson, beckyb1120@gmail.com, phone (914) 393-6613.