The Barker family had a short liturgy this afternoon to bless their new home. That was followed with an open house for the whole church family and neighbors. It was tremendous! For the liturgy we walked around the whole house and shared readings and a prayer for various rooms. Bob Ratchford and Kevin Frederick did a fine job leading us in the liturgy and around the home. Once the formalities were out of the way, food and drink flowed for the church family to help celebrate! There was a huge crowd for the open house. It was wonderful to see so many new church friends. So many folks here had been curious about Barker's Folly, we thought it would just be easiest to invite everyone over to see for themselves! Special thanks go to Charlotte S. and Ellen F. who helped with final preparations, and who helped keep food and drink moving; also Alice S. who worked the punch bowl later in the afternoon. And thanks to all the choir singers who brought tons of food! It was a wonderful spread. We are blessed with a wonderfully caring church family, who have outdone themselves in kindness today. One highlight must be mentioned: the impromptu concert by a spontaneously formed youth choir (on their way to youth conference at Montreat) was a truly moving experience. I'm not sure when I have heard a more "stirring" rendition of "Jesus Loves Me!"
2 comments:
The Barkers throw a really good party. I almost got lost in the parking lot, er lawn. The folly is nicely renovated; color, decor,
and special touches. Looks like the Barkers are set for a l-o-n-g stay in Black Mountain. Here's hoping! God bless you, Mike, Libby, Eli, and Briggs. I dunno about that photo!
Thanks for the good wishes. We were delighted to host the event. Hope it's the first of many!
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