Last night was a huge success! And this is how I measure success for an event like our Thanksgiving Basket Building Party...
1) When people of different backgrounds, economic situations, and cultural upbringings come together and laugh, conversate, and smile. That's success.
2) When everyone who comes leaves with something they did not have before (e.g. a Thanksgiving basket of food, a memory of joy, a heart that is warm from doing something unselfish for someone else). That's success.
3) When the local body of believers in Christ comes together to offer two of the most valuable things in our society, money and time, freely to exemplify the free gift of grace that God offers his creation. That's success.
Thanks to all who came, helped, gave food, gave time, gave money, gave smiles, etc. etc. etc.
Here are the beautiful and grateful words from our Community Ministry Committee chair, Lisa.
Dear Wonderful Volunteers,
Thank you for your hospitality and work on behalf of the First Thanksgiving Basket Building Party. Many, many individuals left First Baptist Church last night with food and love for this holiday. I talked to several individuals who wanted to know if FBC members were always this nice and gracious. Isn't this one of the benefits we hoped would come from this event?
If the children are happy, the adults will be happy. North Hallock Hall was transformed into an exciting children's playroom. I always believe if we can give the children a few hours of attention, fun, and relaxation, we have followed Jesus' directions to minister to the most vulnerable. The Beanie Babies were a huge success and unexpected treat. What a sweet gift and reminder of this special evening for the children!
Joey, we appreciate your leadership and planning. The evening was a big success and I hope that you are pleased with the results. I can see it growing in the future.
I hope your family has a blessed and safe Thanksgiving!
Lisa
To see pictures from the event click Pictures of the TBBP
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