Today has been a spectacularly beautiful day! The sun burned off the early clouds and revealed a day of clear blue skies, gentle New England breezes and comfortable temperatures. At about 9:00 AM Barb and I made our way to the Congregational Church in downtown Windsor Locks where we joined a large contingent of willing workers. We had come together to be a blessing to the crowd gathered to honor the veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country and its freedoms. The Congregational Church is located along the parade route and not far from the Veteran's Memorial Hall where the Memorial Day parade ends. For several years the church has gathered to bless the crowd who comes out with free coffee, water, lemonade and hot dogs.
On this day we would have the privilege of serving, sharing and saluting! We would be able to
serve the community in the name of Jesus. We would
share the provision of God and His people as we gave away free coffee, water, lemonade and over 1,000 hotdogs! We would
salute the many soldiers who died to keep us free. What a joy to watch as members and friends of the Congregational Church worked shoulder to shoulder and hand in hand in the name of Jesus!
The morning provided opportunities to make new friends as Barb is doing above as well as to stand in the presence of some of the world's best grillers as Larry demonstrates below!
By the time the parade had ended over 1,000 hot dogs had been grilled, put in buns and given to the crowd of onlookers who passed by the church. It was great fun to serve with others in the body of Christ and share this holiday remembering all those who served our country while enjoying such a wonderful day outdoors. I wonder how you spent your Memorial Day?
2 comments:
that, is a lot of hotdogs.
such a cool ministry too.
-connie
Now I know you have much to say since May :o) We love you guys!
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