A Bountiful St. Luke's Tradition

Traditions and gatherings related to what we know as Thanksgiving started hundreds of years ago and have spread too many countries over time. These celebrations have historically honored the bringing in of the harvest. Prayers of Thanks would typically be offered and a very large meal shared by all. In our own country, the Thanksgiving holiday also honors the Pilgrims and Puritans coming together to offer their thanks at Plymouth, Massachusetts in the year 1621.

November is a gratifying time and a very busy time for St. Luke’s Members. We are normally preparing for the Turkey Trot race while simultaneously organizing our own family gatherings for Thanksgiving. Thus we have established a bountiful St. Luke’s tradition of funding food for the hungry in our community and enjoying a holiday meal with our families on the same day. Hard to imagine a more meaningful combination. 

Unfortunately this year Turkey Trot and many family gatherings are canceled due to Covid.  You can still donate to Turkey Trot and thus the Food Pantry Network on the Granville Turkey Trot Website (“DONATE” Link at the top of the page).Please do so if you can.

With SNAP food stamp benefits being a paltry $1.40 per person per meal, lets remember those who go hungry in our prayers.

For information about the program and volunteering, contact Mary Lucas-Miller:  lucasmiller18@hotmail.com

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