I like this idea. A parish we used to belong to does one every year to help pay for supplies for Sunday School. I have a copy of the silent bid sheets somewhere. I have a couple of tables we can use to put items on. I think I still have some plastic table covers, too.Last year we had a silent auction to raise money. I don't remember how much we made. We gave everything after expenses to the Newcastle Auction. If everyone brings a silent auction item, it can add up.