Alliance Church ushers in the spirit of giving

By Joan Janzen

The congregation at Kindersley Alliance Church ushered in the spirit of Christmas giving by hosting a free festive meal on Saturday evening, November 30th, at 74 West Road. Kindersley residents were encouraged to extend an invitation to anyone who could use an evening out and enjoy a delicious turkey dinner.

Throughout November, people who frequent the FoodMesh program in Kindersley were invited to register for the occasion, and soon, the list of guests began to grow. The theme for the evening was “The Reason for the Manger.”

These lovely ladies were having fun in the Alliance church kitchen while preparing for the 200 plus guests that were coming for a free supper Saturday day evening. PHOTO BY JOAN JANZEN

It's the second year the Alliance Church has taken on this endeavour. Doreen Friesen said the church board had oversight of the banquet, with several church members overseeing those details. Doreen Friesen is one of those members.

”As a church, we wanted to share the love of Jesus,” she explained. “Hunger is a struggle in our community, so one of the ways we can show our love is by providing a Christmas meal.”

The church paid for all the turkeys and ham, and the church members showed their love by donating most of the food needed for the meal. As preparations began, all hands were on deck in the kitchen, and rides were arranged if needed.

Over 200 guests enjoyed a meal of turkey, ham, and all the fixings, followed by dessert. Marilyn Stevenson provided piano music before and after the meal, Pastor Lionel Moffatt shared a few words, and Christmas carols were sung. It was a perfect opportunity to enjoy some good, old-fashioned visiting and make some new acquaintances.