Up and Going

Happy New Year. The Up and Going met on January 8 th at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy our annual Soup Pot Lunch and Bingo, with 14 members in attendance. Chief Cook Lindler had the pot boiling and as members arrived and brought soup items, they were added to the soup pot. Other members brought items to enjoy with our soup or delicious desserts. The vegetable soup was delicious, as well as all of the other items and goodies.
Devotions were from “Mornings with Jesus: Emphasis on the Importance of Faith,” given by Helen, Team Leader. We all prayed together The Lord’s Prayer.
Business session was conducted. Treasurer’s Report was given by Treasurer Gary.
Sickness was discussed and prayer concerns were brought before the group. Old and new business was discussed. 2026 birthday cards were signed. Gerald Lindler offered our Meal Blessing. We then enjoyed bowls of delicious vegetable soup and cooked okra, cornbread, a variety of crackers, and homemade pimento cheese. For dessert there was chocolate cream, apple and coconut pies and brownies. So, so, delicious.
After lunch, Joan and Gary lead the group in BINGO; one of our favorite things to do. Everyone brought great prizes, an amazing variety of gifts. So hard to choose from. Bingo is always fun to play. The laughter and conversation are priceless.
Sincere thanks to everyone for your contributions. Special thanks to Ann for providing the beautiful snowmen display and table pretties. Thanks to Ann for cooking soup and Joan and Gary for calling Bingo.
The February meeting is scheduled for February 12th at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring food to share. We will make bows for the Hospice Easter Bags. Plan to make 150. Bring ribbon if you want to. Time to plan for Easter Bag contents. Hope to see you then.
Helen
Team Leader for Up and Going