Up and Going

The 2nd Thursday in November, November 14th, was the scheduled day for the Up and Going Thanksgiving Lunch and Meeting. The day was windy and rainy but as soon as the group gathered in the Fellowship Hall, the smiles and laughter turned the atmosphere to happy and sunny. Twenty-four guests and members attended. Helen, Team Leader, welcomed everyone. The treasurer’s report was given by Gary. Helen gave the devotions. The Bible reading was Ephesians 6:18 – never stop praying, especially for others. The devotions encouraged us to pray and to call others by name in prayer. The next reading was an article from Irmo-Chapin Life magazine entitled “Mighty Big Footsteps” by David Clark. Mr. Clark wrote about the events as Hurricane Helene hit in Cochron, Ga. His article included references to the “Battle Hymn of the Republic” song which Helen read. She concluded with prayer and our blessing for our meal.
Bobbie Clark gave us a wonderful presentation of her recent trip to Italy, with pictures and postcards for us to enjoy. Thank you, Bobbie, for sharing your good times with us. We all enjoyed hearing about your trip.
Time now for lunch. Extra tables were brought in to hold all of the food. We enjoyed the traditional Thanksgiving Dinner with turkey, dressing, gravy, lots of veggies, salads and desserts. Everything
was SO good. We enjoyed our time together so very much. Our Thanksgiving Giving Project was socks and underwear for The Oliver Gospel Mission. Our members gave 103 pairs of socks and 51 underwear items. I am so proud of each of you and your willingness to give. Thank you!
The December meeting will be Thursday, December 12th, at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is asked to bring party foods for lunch and one or more days’ food for the Mercy Bags Project. Please put each day’s food in a bag with contents marked on the bag. The list is posted on the bulletin board. Tommy Faulk will lead us in a Christmas song fest. January is soup pot and BINGO meeting. Start gathering your prizes now.

Helen
Team Leader for
Up and Going