Santa Surprise

Imagine the excitement of a child to get a surprise visit from "Santa."  Imagine the relief in the eyes of parent who didn't know where the gifts would come from this year.  Imagine our surprise to learn that it really is more blessed to give than to receive.  

Christ's  coming brought "Joy to the World,"   and so we endeavor to be His hands and arms reaching out and bringing joy to those in our community who could use a little help during the holidays.  Annually we reach out to children who are physically challenged or whose parents are unable to provide many of the gifts that we have come to associate with the Christmas holidays.  Each child is given a large present and a gift bag containing assorted gift items donated by local businesses and sports teams.   

For several years we have also assisted the Department of Family and Children Services in their efforts to  brighten the holidays for people in need, and our Pastor,  Richard Bartlett, has been a regular volunteer at the Festival of Trees.