ST. PATRICK'S DAY LUNCH

A home-made invitation was hand-delivered several weeks in advance.  It was obviously made by children. 

Please attend a luncheon in honor of H.O.P.E Ministry and the STEWARDS in the fellowship hall on Saturday, March 17, 2012, sponsored by the children from the FMCC Junior Church!

I arrived at Noon and was greeted at the door by some of the kids who hung a green, bead necklace around my neck and wished me a Happy St. Patrick's Day!  Then I was directed into a classroom that was decorated for the occasion with two tables set in a lovely fashion for dinner!

After a few moments of visiting with the other guests, we were greeted by one of the adults.  The children introduced themselves to us and Emily Fagart led us in prayer.  Then, the children were our servers - dressed in white shirts with home-made green aprons.  They had been well-trained and served with excellence.  The meal was Irish stew and corned beef - it was delicious!  It also included a red and green coleslaw and a delightful, green, jello-salad.  My water glass was kept full.  My plates were quickly removed when I finished my meal. 

Following dinner, Pat Martin and Greg Gerner (two of the adult workers) gave us a brief, informative lesson about St. Patrick!  Emily Garret played an Irish tune on her flute - and Jessica Swartz even danced a bit of an Irish jig for us! 

It was explained that the three-leaf clover was a wonderful symbol of the Trinity:  Father, Son, and Holy Spirit!  Dessert was served - cupcakes decorated for the occasion.

All-in-all, it was a delightful occasion.  Two rarely recognized groups in our church were honored by our Junior Church children (aged 6-12).  I was VERY PROUD!!

Special thanks to Mitzie Paine and Kelly Garret for preparing the meal and providing much of the decorations!  Erik Wiley also assisted.  Ginny and Maddy Bredl also assist in leading Junior Church - but were unable to attend! 

We have such wonderful workers and leaders at FMCC!  I thank God for them regularly!