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The Senior Luncheon
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Loaves and Fishes
There was a lot of great food and too much fun at our annual Seniors Luncheon celebrating Grandparents Day. (Of course, everyone is welcome whether a senior, a grandparent, or not) Special thanks to Joanie for preparing the meal and collecting all the "prizes" everyone received. And we can't forget all the help Molly and Lynn provided to make sure everything turned out so well. Besides the great meal of roast beef, fried chicken, green beans, mac and cheese, salads, and incredible desserts, after the meal, everyone got to select a special gift to take home. You can see some folks trying on some selections before everything started. Probably the best part of the day was taking everything that was left, packaging it together, and creating meals to take to the "Refreegerator" at Abundant Life Church. This is part of the mission outreach called "Loaves and Fishes" started by the Witness Committee for our church to help provide meals to those who are struggling financially.
Thumbs to the Left Women's Retreat
With the theme "Ways to Pray through Body, Mind, and Spirit!" the 6th annual “Thumbs to the Left” women’s retreat was a huge success. Women from Relief United Methodist Church and other area churches came together for a day of experiencing how God makes us whole people and how to pray with our whole selves. Besides the opportunities for learning, participants put together over 60 hygiene kits that went to CCAP for distribution. There was great fellowship and wonderful food. Everyone talked about how spiritually uplifting the experience was. Be sure and put next year’s “Thumbs to the Left” women’s retreat on your calendar for August. You won’t want to miss it.
Filling the "Freege"
The Loaves and Fishes program at Relief United Methodist Church, begun by the Witness Committee, was started so members of the church could come together regularly to prepare meals for the "freedge." Three months ago, we did spaghetti dinners. This month, folks got together at the Ice Cream Social and filled 50 sacks with a meal that did not have to be refrigerated. They were then delivered to the pantry at Abundant Life Church. CCAP has installed refrigerators and pantries at three locations in Winchester. The freedge — a combination of the words "free" and "fridge" — is an outdoor refrigerator filled with donated food and, along with the pantries, are open 24 hours a day Those who are struggling financially can take whatever they need to feed themselves and their families. If you would like to get involved or just want more information, let Lynn know.
Ice Cream Social
We had a wonderful time at our annual ice cream social. There was lots of delicious ice cream, some homemade some store bought, and fabulous desserts. That, along with all the fun and fellowship, made for a wonderful afternoon. We also took some time to put together some meals for the "Freege." Thanks to Sheila for organizing this event.
Volunteering at the Our Family Center
Mission Committee members come together the 2nd Wednesday of every month and volunteer to help with crafts at the Our Family Center. This month the folks there created these really fun clothes pin wreaths. They are going to look great for Thanksgiving. If you would like to be a part of this community outreach, talk to Elwanda.
Craft Night
Lots of busy people at the regular Craft Night at Relief held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. This night it was just the ladies working on their latest projects and enjoying the fellowship. Also, lots of great snacks to enjoy. Here are just a few of the projects:
