2008.11.17 Monday Morning!

Greetings and best wishes from Pilgrim Presbyterian Church, located in the heart of Vinita, Oklahoma.

I know that a large number reading Monday Morning have no connection with Pilgrim Church or Vinita. However, in the afterglow of the Church's 125th anniversary celebration, I report, with thanks, this event and offer my hope that it will become an annual happening.

It was a joy to read letters from Mrs. Margaret Kennedy, wife of a former pastor, Mitch Kennedy; from Brian Dishman, who grew up in Pilgrim Church, and now living with his family in Japan; from the Rev. Neal Dancer, often a guest minister in the congregation; and from our own Elder and Church Treasurer Terry Brown, who had to be out of town. Thanks for writing, your correspondence is appreciated.

Our thanks: to the large Children's Bell Choir (and there must have been 10 youngsters happily ringing their bells); and to Suzie Cresap, for directing the choir and singing a solo "Good Morning"; to Pam Benne for the easily understood Children's Sermon - and the cupcakes; to Lorrie and Bill Stull, who set up a mammoth inflated playground for children; to Toni Moore, who arranged displays of great interest; to Dave Haney, for his consistent work behind the scenes; to the crew who spruced up the basement; to Doris Olson, chairperson of the Celebration; to the Board of Deacons; and to all who provided an abundance of delicious food.

About 100 worshipers raised their prayers and songs of praise with thanks to God for a goodly heritage.

It was a splendid day in every way.


Cheers,
Richard