Gift or Buy a Heritage Edition

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Gift or Buy a Heritage Edition

Three generations of one family gather around the Gospels & Acts volume with friends and neighbors.

How do I purchase a Heritage Edition?

The Heritage Program is the only authorized source for the acquisition of an authentic Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible.

Gifting Model

If you plan to gift the Heritage Edition directly to a qualified 501(c)(3) non-profit:

  • You can give designated funds to the organization who will make payment to Saint John’s University OR make payment directly to Saint John’s University.
  • This payment should qualify as a tax-deductible charitable gift, but we encourage you to consult with your tax advisor.
  • The seven-volume set must be delivered to the address of the non-profit institution.

Ownership Model

If you plan to keep the Heritage Edition in your home or private office:

  • Make the payment directly to Saint John’s University.
  • This payment will not qualify as a tax-deductible charitable gift.
  • If you decide to make the Heritage Edition an in-kind gift to a qualified 501(c)(3) in the future, the tax-related implications are determined between you and the institution.

Process Overview

  • A Letter of Commitment (LOC) is written and signed spelling out the precise details of the acquisition.
  • A numbered and authenticated Heritage Edition is set aside and held for this new steward.
  • Once payment is received, the seven-volume set is boxed, crated, and shipped to the address provided in the LOC.
  • All complementary items and experiences are provided based on coordination and collaboration between you and The Saint John’s Bible Heritage Program staff members.

To initiate the process above based on which model suits your needs, please email Rev. Dr. John F. Ross at jross001@csbsju.edu or call the Heritage Program office at 320-363-3209.

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The Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis

The Basilica of St. Mary in Minneapolis, Minnesota processes and blesses its Heritage Edition of The Saint John’s Bible during a May 2024 ceremony.

What does a Heritage Edition cost?
What does an Apostles Edition cost?
What’s included in the acquisition cost?

Heritage Edition: $185,000 (as of 11/1/2024*) includes:

  • Wooden Bible cradle, custom built at Abbey Woodworking
  • Black nylon carrying case (holds one volume)
  • The Saint John’s Bible complete “Library” of published books
  • On-Campus Experience “Deep Dive” for up to 6 people – lodging and meals included
  • Guest Lecture and/or Launch Event at the location of your choosing
  • Workshop/Docent Training at the location of your choosing
  • All shipping and handling costs
  • Display cabinets are available for an additional cost
  • *On July 1, 2025 the price will increase to $200,000.

Apostles Edition: $1,000,000 (as of 11/1/2024) includes:

All of the above, plus:

  • Hand-crafted, custom dedication page in the Pentateuch volume
  • A loose-leaf page of your choosing from The Saint John’s Bible, Heritage Edition
  • Deluxe Viewing Stand and Cabinet, custom built at Abbey Woodworking
  • A complete Heritage Edition which you may keep (reducing the tax benefit) or designate to a qualified 501-c-3 non-profit institution

When enough Heritage and Apostles Editions have been acquired to cover the initial investment, all proceeds will go in two directions:

  1. The perpetual care and exhibition of the original manuscript;
  2. A student scholarship fund at Saint John’s University.
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Representatives from St. Olaf College

Representatives from St. Olaf College visit Saint John’s University and Abbey in Collegeville, Minnesota to retrieve the College’s Heritage Edition and experience the original manuscript.