A few years ago, our Missions Committee, under the leadership of Jack O’Rourke, decided they should reach out not only to people in need worldwide, but also to people in our own community who may have a need. This was definitely a calling they felt they should undertake. Therefore, they began a program that would serve those who might have a hunger for Christian fellowship, as well as a hunger for a good meal. Hence, the Community Luncheon program was born.
A full meal is served at our church at noon in our Fellowship Hall on the second Saturday of each month. The only exceptions are those months where some unscheduled need occurs—such as a funeral—or some long-range event is planned—such as a wedding, a United Methodist District meeting, etc. (Advance notice of all dates is shown elsewhere on this website.)
This mission eventually captured the spirit of one of our non-members, Debra Catterton (whose parents are members), and she began chairing this event last fall. With her creative touches the publicity flyers are eye-catching, the meals are nutritional and sumptuous, the atmosphere is decorative and inviting, the tables are set with love and warmth, and occasionally there are even special gifts given out to the “diners.” The overall atmosphere is one of “family and fellowship.” Take-outs are done only for friends to take to shut-ins who are not able to come to the church. There is no charge for the luncheon, but free-will offerings are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
A core of dedicated volunteers is what makes this mission come alive. Won’t you join us?
A few years ago, our Missions Committee, under the leadership of Jack O’Rourke, decided they should reach out not only to people in need worldwide, but also to people in our own community who may have a need. This was definitely a calling they felt they should undertake. Therefore, they began a program that would serve those who might have a hunger for Christian fellowship, as well as a hunger for a good meal. Hence, the Community Luncheon program was born.
A full meal is served at our church at noon in our Fellowship Hall on the second Saturday of each month. The only exceptions are those months where some unscheduled need occurs—such as a funeral—or some long-range event is planned—such as a wedding, a United Methodist District meeting, etc. (Advance notice of all dates is shown elsewhere on this website.)
This mission eventually captured the spirit of one of our non-members, Debra Catterton (whose parents are members), and she began chairing this event last fall. With her creative touches the publicity flyers are eye-catching, the meals are nutritional and sumptuous, the atmosphere is decorative and inviting, the tables are set with love and warmth, and occasionally there are even special gifts given out to the “diners.” The overall atmosphere is one of “family and fellowship.” Take-outs are done only for friends to take to shut-ins who are not able to come to the church. There is no charge for the luncheon, but free-will offerings are gratefully accepted and appreciated.
A core of dedicated volunteers is what makes this mission come alive. Won’t you join us?