On July 30, Ambassador Bible Center students raised a record $5,325 during their year-end charity fund-raiser. About 175 guests and students enjoyed a Tuscan-themed hors d'oeuvre reception with background music provided by the talented ABC students.

The evening, held at the home office, began with mingling and bidding on more than 100 silent auction items, donated by Cincinnati, Ohio, Church members and local businesses. Over $2,000 was raised in the silent auction.

The highlight of the evening was a variety show of musical numbers and skits performed by members of the ABC Drama Club interspersed with auctions for delicious baked goods. ABC alumnus Mark Riley from Wichita, Kansas, led the lively auction that included 27 mouthwatering, home-baked desserts from local Church members and ABC students.

The baked-goods auction raised over $3,000 and the audience was entertained by several spirited bidding wars. Barbara Antion's famous baklava platters were popular items and raised over $700. Other cakes went for over $200 apiece.

The money was donated to the LifeNets Developing Nations Student Fund, which helps United Church of God students in developing nations with school tuition and living expenses. An estimated seven students can attend school for one year with the funds.