Up and Going

Happy Thanksgiving to all! Thursday, November 13th was the annual Thanksgiving lunch for the Up and Going. Twenty-eight members and guests gathered to enjoy wonderful food and fellowship. Helen Lindler gave the devotion on being thankful despite trials, concluding with all praying together The Lord’s Prayer.

Business was conducted and the Treasurer’s Report given by Gary, Treasurer. A Veteran’s Day salute was given to all Veterans. Susan gave an interesting and informative presentation on St. Jacob’s Electronic Giving. Susan graciously agreed to stay after the meeting to help anyone interested in setting up their giving account. Thank you Susan for helping us better understand this new electronic system.

Gary gave the Meal Blessing, afterwards we enjoyed a Wonderful Thanksgiving Meal with delicious food and even better conversations. I am so thankful to each of you for your generosity to the Oliver Gospel Mission. Your gifts totaled 118 pairs of socks, 52 pairs of underwear, 13 t-shirts, 1 sweatshirt, 2 jackets and a package of toiletries. I am very proud of each of you and your thanksgiving to the Oliver Gospel Mission.

December is our Christmas Party. Please bring party foods to share and 4 or more non-perishable food items, paper products or cleaning supplies for We Care. In place of exchanging gifts, our gifts will go to We Care. See you on December 11th at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.

Helen

Team Leader for Up and Going