"A Chili Christmas Party"

Friday, December 18, 2009

This evening we got together for a simple time of fun and fellowship. Many of our folks made their version of chili, while others brought a wide variety of desserts. I think there might have been more desserts than chili!

Once again, my wife made everything look beautiful!

Michelle, Austin, and Thomas seemed to enjoy the dessert table!

The Gildners (left) are a new family in our church and decided to come be a part of our special evening.

We were blessed to have Jackie and Trina Brown with us for a couple of days. Our church members are always delighted when guests come!

Our church is blessed to have such godly folks such as Mr. Potter, the Dornans, and the Fedicks, who have been faithful for many years! Mrs. Ginnery is just a youngster!

It's always good to see the Gerwitz Family at our special occasions. They are Mrs. Burrell's parents and attend the Methodist church in Great Valley.

BIG SMILES!

Christopher and Avin give a brief pose.

The best lookin' couple in Cattauraugus County!



I read "The Italian Night Before Christmas"

The highlight of the evening was when we recognized John and Connie Fedick. They have been a tremendous blessing to this church for many years. Their humility of spirit and devotion to our church is something that we just couldn't do without! We presented them with a plaque dedicated to them in sincere heartfelt gratitude from us.

We also took a secret offering in a short time and the generosity of our people once again amazed me! More than $200 were given to be a blessing to this dear couple. They were very surprised and blessed. Many of our folks were crying. We made a large check which was a neat novelty.

In a congregation that is so thoughtful and giving, it is always difficult to single out someone to give honor. In this case, I believe it was unanimously agreed to be appropriate to honor the Fedick's!

The last couple of years have been difficult for HBC, and so many have stepped up, but none exceed the steps Bro. Fedick has taken to help meet the needs of his church when considering his personality and temperment.

Hebrews 6:10 For God is not unrighteous to forget your work and labour of love, which ye have shewed toward his name, in that ye have ministered to the saints, and do minister.