What was on the menu? Among the many items were turkey, ham, macaroni & cheese, broccoli casserole, and what several on hand referred to as "world famous" collard greens. I'm not a collard greens connoisseur but - after being force-fed a mouthful - I have to say they were pretty good.
And don't forget the deserts either.
Jeannette Banner has helped organize the event each year. How important does she think it is to the impoverished or homeless in the area?"On a scale of 1 to 10? Ten."
She said events like today's help remind those less fortunate that God loves them. She said it also helps build their self-confidence to know others in the community care for them.
Mrs. Banner said she's thankful this Thanksgiving for salvation and her personal relationship with the Lord.
Several volunteers helped serve the food.
Brian & Emily Robertson heard about the event through a notice in The Star. Mrs. Robertson said the couple doesn't have any local family so this was an opportunity for them to serve the Lord and share his love with others.
This was Denise McDonald's first time helping out with the free meal. She said she's thankful to be able to serve those in need and she said, God willing, she'll be back to volunteer next year.
Gail Banner has volunteered each of the three years the free meal has been given. "It's been a blessing," she said.
Robyn Jameson, Rosa Byers, and Sharon Wilson. "I'm thankful for being alive," Mrs. Byers said.
The cooks: Deon, Zeni, Chucky, Jeanette, and Robin Banner. "I'm thankful for family," Robin said.
Zarria Banner, 10, and Tot Alison, 5.What are they thankful for? "Family," said Zarria. "My sisters," said Tot.
Billy McDonald, 11. "Having God in my life."
Zantazius Hopper, 12. "Having a family that cares about me."
No comments:
Post a Comment