Food is for the body; fellowship for the soul. EAT SIMPLY and eat together is the premise of First Presbyterian’s Sunday Soups effort. The free meal is meant to help out those in need, of course, but just as important it’s an invitation to those who value fellowship.
Both are necessary to be healthy.
So come out Thursday to First Presbyterian Church’s Thanksgiving Day meal, beginning at 2:30 p.m.
We are an increasingly insular society, despite our ability to reach across the world at a moment’s notice with today’s technology.
Inertia is a powerful force. The more we stay inside, the harder it is to venture out. Trouble is, isolation is an alienating force that weakens friendships and breaks down communities.
Sharing a meal is an excellent way to commune.
It also is more healthy. Home-cooked food is lower in salt, fat and calories compared to that served in restaurants. Eating among others also helps control portion size.
Several years ago members opted to replace the church’s rectangular tables in favor of round tables simply because they encourage dialogue. Sitting around a table sharing a meal is the perfect format for making new friends and strengthening bonds.
You can enjoy the Sunday Soups every Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. by either volunteering to help in the kitchen or partaking in a meal.
Come break bread and you’ll build community.
— Susan Lynn
Breaking bread builds community
