Thanksgiving 2006

(left-Wayside resident plays the harmonica with the Down by the Wayside Choir)

Volunteers helped to make it all happen at breakfast this morning at Wayside Christian Mission. We began the Thanksgiving Day at our new Jefferson Street Men’s Campus and at the Market Street Women and Children’s Campus. Both sites served the homeless while the “Down by the Wayside Choir” performed on Market Street. Frank Farris, owner and operator of Ginny’s Diner arrived with his crew at 4:00 AM to begin the meal. Hundreds of other volunteers are scheduled to help throughout the day. WLKY 32 and WHAS 11 both had live morning crews to capture this unique community event. The Kentucky Motorcycle Association sent member to patrol the parking area for the volunteers and an off duty policeman volunteers to assure vehicle security.

Many of the homeless were pleasantly surprised to see the outpouring of community compassion to make this day special just for them. Residents were treated to service at the table and plate and coffee refills. The choir performed Gospel music that had many standing and clapping. Residents remarked how wonder the meal was and how they appreciated the first class service.

God Bless you all on this Thanksgiving Day and a special Blessing for the many volunteers that gave of themselves to help others feel better and to help them know that God is still working through His people.