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About Us

✨ Welcome to Our Page! ✨

We are George and Katherine Awwad, a young family who journeyed from the Holy Land in search of a brighter future for ourselves and our loved ones.

Our passion is preserving the rich traditions of our heritage while supporting our Christian neighbors—skilled artisans who hand-carve exquisite treasures from genuine olive wood.

Having seen the economic challenges our community faces in Bethlehem and beyond, we felt called to take action. Through this venture, we share their craftsmanship with the world while empowering them to sustain their families and preserve their time-honored craft.

🌿 Our Mission is twofold:

  • To bring you authentic, high-quality olive wood hand-carved items from the Holy Land.

  • To provide hope and opportunity for the artisans and their families who lovingly create each piece.

Every rosary, cross, and nativity set you find here carries not only the beauty of olive wood but also the devotion, history, and spirit of the Holy Land itself.

By supporting us, you’re doing more than purchasing a keepsake—you’re helping preserve a tradition, uplift a community, and keep faith alive in the land where Christianity began.

We invite you to explore our collection and join us in this meaningful mission. Together, we can build a brighter future for the Christian community in the Holy Land.

Reach out 
to us with any questions.

Martinsburg, WV

Tel: (240) 520-3888

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