Today I'm thankful I was able to attend the Valley Interfaith Thanksgiving Service hosted Sunday by the First Congregational Church in Ansonia.
The annual event was filled with prayers, readings, and seasonal hymns from several faith traditions, including Bahai', Buddhist, Christian, Islamic, Jewish and Sikh.
Everyone gathered there shared a common bond - that of giving thanks for living in this great country where any and all expressions of faith are allowed.
In addition to several hymns, we sang O Beautiful for Spacious Skies and God Bless America.
I was there with several friends from First Congregational Church of Derby, and our pastor, the Rev. Jim Tudesco. I'd venture to say they enjoyed the service as much as I did.
Prior to the service my husband Ralph and I attended a community Thanksgiving dinner prepared by the wonderful volunteers of the nonprofit Master's Table.
We dined with two friends, and bumped into a few others there as well. The turkey dinner held in Assumption Church hall in Ansonia was delicious and the company was lovely.
Master's Table volunteers prepare a nutritious dinner once a month that is offered free to everyone in the community. Those who are able make a monetary to help cover expenses.
The meal is usually served at Christ Episcopal Church hall in Ansonia.
In addition to food, the monthly event offers fellowship to those who might otherwise be alone.
Today I am thankful for my family and friends, and for everyone who reads my blog.
I was there with several friends from First Congregational Church of Derby, and our pastor, the Rev. Jim Tudesco. I'd venture to say they enjoyed the service as much as I did.
Prior to the service my husband Ralph and I attended a community Thanksgiving dinner prepared by the wonderful volunteers of the nonprofit Master's Table.
We dined with two friends, and bumped into a few others there as well. The turkey dinner held in Assumption Church hall in Ansonia was delicious and the company was lovely.
Master's Table volunteers prepare a nutritious dinner once a month that is offered free to everyone in the community. Those who are able make a monetary to help cover expenses.
The meal is usually served at Christ Episcopal Church hall in Ansonia.
In addition to food, the monthly event offers fellowship to those who might otherwise be alone.
Today I am thankful for my family and friends, and for everyone who reads my blog.
