We are making plans for our Annual Thanksgiving Dinner to be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the Bridgeport High School Commons Area.

The Annual Thanksgiving Dinner started 50 years ago to help raise money for the ministries of the church. It was held at the church and the food was prepared by the members just like it’s done today. The total number of people fed in the early years was 50-100, mostly church members.

Over the years it grew and a decision was made by the committee to move to the Elementary School Cafeteria. The whole community began to come, share the meal and fellowship together. It has continued to grow and GROW and GROW.

We eventually moved to the High School Commons Area to be able to better serve the number it has grown to. In fact, more than meals were served last year. Many of you may not be aware that the dinner is not solely served at the school. We also deliver meals to residents of nursing homes and many folks who are unable to leave their home due to health concerns. Additionally, each year we contact the local schools to distribute mission tickets to families, along with giving many to those we serve through the Salvation Army.

It takes our entire church family giving of themselves, sharing their gifts and making sacrifices of time; but what better outreach can FUMC do than be present and serving in our community? Our annual Thanksgiving Dinner is what we’re known for…”the church feeds!” It is an honor.

We Need You!

We still need these places filled for the Thanksgiving Dinner. If you could help by making Dressing or carving Turkeys on Wednesday morning please email Beverly Crisp.