November Senior Luncheon

November Senior Luncheon Was Fun For All

Tables are set

Marlene the hostess

Even before 9:30 AM, a number of the church folks who would be setting up and cooking were already at work preparing Ellis Hall. We were expecting the largest group of people to attend since this program began. As Marlene, the hostess, calculated there were 104 in actual attendance with 27 of that number being members of the church that were there to assist with 77 being served.

Checking in

People started filtering in by 10:30 AM for a cup of coffee and some conversation with others that were there early. This also gives those who are working to talk and get to know many of the early arrivals.

Dick and his keyboard

Kitchen recuperation

Master Acoustic Guitar

By the time the entertainment was to take place at 11:30 AM most of the folks that would be attending were in their favorite seats sitting near friends who have also invited others to sit with them. Marlene, at 11:30 AM, introduced Gary Richardson, an acoustic guitar player from Portland. He was well received and played a number of songs that were both spiritual and popular in the day of most of those that were present. He was outstanding as a player and indicated he was grateful for being asked to be with us as we were grateful to him.

Gary and his guitar

At 12:00 Noon, Pastor Tom gave a blessing for all and then it was time to serve each of the guests in their seats. A line of church members lined up at the kitchen window and received two plates a piece for delivery table by table. Two lines of kitchen workers helped Chef Brad dishing out the food and within five minutes all in the hall had been served a delicious turkey meal.

Lin and Tom with Becky

After the meal was served many of the guests left within a relatively short time.  Before all had left a number of us would stay for another hour to put Ellis Hall back in order and to clean up the kitchen.

We thank all for coming and adding good feelings to our day. A busy day for many of us as there would be a choir practice, usher singing practice, a class meeting and shawl ministry later that evening. A busy church is a caring church—caring for each other and the greater community.

After the entertainment

Bobby and friends

Wait line

Jack and Earle are served

Workers waiting

Talking with friends