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Some of our icons have changed in the past 3 years of our program. They have been replaced by others but we have kept them all on this page for we feel they have been part of our program history, our very roots of our beginning. ICON the definition: Function: noun
Etymology: Latin, from Greek eikn, from eikenai to resemble
Date: 1572
1: a usually pictorial representation : image 2[Late Greek eik�n, from Greek] : a conventional religious image typically painted on a small wooden panel and used in the devotions of Eastern Christians3: an object of uncritical devotion 4:emble or symbol the house became an icon of 1960's residential architecture Paul Goldberger 5 a: a sign (as a word or graphic symbol) whose form suggests its meaning [From the Merriam-Websters dictionary]
Thank you for taking the time to look over the icons of our program. This shows us that you really prepare for a journey. That you prepare, and use the tools and follow the road signs as you travel.
If you come from the application page... [BACK TO THE APPLICATION] When we set out to establish this award program we wanted to establish a purpose or meaning to the award. That when a website displays our Graphic they know that there is a meaning to everything within our program. Everything that we have placed within this program has such a meaning and represents such. We thank you for taking the time to look over what they represent for hours of time have gone into each element of our program. We thank you for taking the time to stop by this page. In your application place the word ICON and you will receive a bonus of 5 points for taking the time to read this page.
A new year and new beginnings. Like in the past years we feel that new award graphics should be designed. This year is no different. We offer two graphics along with the special Legacy graphic. The sizes are different but can be resized if you like.
 The graphic for 2009 features the Greek Soldier and helmet marked Difference, the helmet does not cover the face, it is exposed representing the truth and the light of knowledge which is not covered by the 'mask' but open to learning, as the Dove of peace flys into the darkness of the world, sharing that peace to all humankind. The first graphic" The tear is making its way into the hands holding the tears in a ripple that says simply" your site has touched their heart and made a difference". The mountains in the background represent the journey you have made. The second Graphic The Dove flying with the green olive branch of 'Peace' unto the love that someone puts into their web site that again is more than just code but makes a lasting impression like the waves upon the water ever moving to the shores. Again making a difference by touching the visitor. Green representing the biblical color meaning growth. The number 7 -
SEVEN is found 735 times in the Bible.All departments of nature are marked all over with mathematics. In this realm practically everything is in SEVENS. It is wonderful how God formed everything in a pattern of SEVENS. Life operates in a cycle of SEVENS. Changes take place in the body every SEVEN years. Jesus said to forgive SEVENTY times SEVEN In other words, He is saying, Keep on forgiving until you are complete. There were SEVEN branches on the CANDLESTICK in the Holy Place in the Tabernacle and this pictures the COMPLETE light of God for the souls of man. There are SEVEN notes in the musical scale. All other pitches are only variations of these. When the musician uses the eighth note he goes back to do and starts over. Man named the notes but God fixed the sounds, even as God fixed the days of the week, and man named them. 7 days for your evaluation 7 members on the panel heart of the program 70 points If a problem is found a 7 day hold for you to repair. The number 7 has meaning in our program just as the number 7 in the Bible.  Our Standard is the Word of God the Bible. The eye represents the eye of God watching us from a distance but ever so close and present with us. Difference in this program is through the eye's of the visitor. The heart of our program is 'difference' and the eye's of the beholder is worth 70 points on your journey to the dove award.
The Dove. The bird of 'peace' the symbol of power from on high. The "Dove Award" the very name of our program reaching out with the olive branch of peace to all peoples in the world. To those who make the difference through the eyes of the ones who come to visit your site.
The Temple, Dove, Water Falls The Temple,waterfalls, and mirror represents the place of knowledge where the water of life flows from. The reflection upon our journey is found as the water reflects what it sees. The legacy we leave is a lasting one by the journey we take in making a difference in all mankind. The Dove is the bird of peace that Noah sent forth from the ark. Throughout time it has carried the olive branch forward to all mankind.
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We use the blue flame because in the Bible the color Blue representsThe blue in the veil is suggestive of the heavens, and therefore of Heaven in general. We could even go so far as to see in it Christ's heavenly kingdom where your own mansion is waiting for you. As a man walks through the veil, the blue is meant to remind him of the serenity he will achieve when he dies to be with God. Blue is used in the vail entering the Holy of Holies but since Jesus Christ died for all of us now as a Child of God we can enter the Holy of Holies for we are now a royal Priesthood through Jesus Christ. The burning desire of ones heart is the flame that burns that cannot be put out. It means simply burns within so intense with such to make a difference. And that is what a visitor looks for in your site. To stand above the others on the Internet. The heart of this award program is the eyes of the heart. And that is how your site will be viewed
1. A specific point or element that distinguishes one thing from another. A characteristic that distinguishes one from another or from the average 2. A noticeable change or effect: 
Represents worship and praise to God. And the handcrafting of biblical musical instruments in this program
 In ancient times a seal was placed upon a paper or document. This seal represented the 'offical' or approval of the king or government. Our seal represents the fact that 'you have made the difference' a noticeable change when you display the Dove Award graphic on your web site, you represent the select few that have made a legacy, a lasting difference.
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Royal Blue is this programs symbolic color. In Biblical times Blue was used in the Temple and the dye that was used to make the blue disappeared after the fall of the Temple .
The Shield with the red cross. This represents "Faith" in our life that we can overcome all tasks set before us as we journey. The Red cross in the middle is to remind us that the Blood of Christ is Life, and Jesus Christ paid the price for us all. He loves us all, no matter who we are and what we are, he accepts us as we are. The way we live is by our choice. Also we use armor to represent the protection that we must continue to provide to the eyes of the young.
