Our next event in 2005 will be the Dedication Ceremony. The date has yet to be determined.

There were several special events where people learned more about the building, and were encouraged to contribute towards the construction of the building.

There was information sharing events, ceremonial events and the BIG EVENT on June 12th, aka Super Sunday, when everyone had the opportunity to offer their contributions towards the building fund and have the collection counted during the service. This was followed by a church picnic under a big tent on the lawn beside the church (aka the former location of Albert Griggs' corn patch). There was an overflow crowd in attendance, and children and teenagers spilled out around the tent onto the lawn, picking shady spots to chat, run around, and munch their delicious dinner. The committee of servers did a fabulous job of serving up yummy food, and in spite of the heat, everyone ate heartily. There was an air of excitement and exhilaration pervading the attendees, causing some to express themselves in dance during the clean-up. Age did not seem to be a barrier to free form expression of joy. Sadly, the digital evidence of celebratory dance was accidentally lost; perhaps providentially to certain persons.

The Information Sharing Events occurred on April 15-17th during three different evenings. Wonderful presentations were given by members of the building committee, and delicious desserts were served to everyone who attended. The basement never looked so beautiful! The ambience was created by ingeniously placed lighting, borrowed plants, candlelight, holiday lights and tulle, and creative table decorations.

Wristbands were given out on May 15th at the Sunday services.

If you have questions about contributing towards the Family Ministry Center, or about what took place at the Information Sharing Event, please contact Gary Steidl.