There’s an old saying: “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” But sometimes maybe you can and you should. The congregation of the Windham First Church of the Nazarene came to that conclusion recently as they were discussing people in public service.
“So often we express our gratitude after
a crisis, but really we should be letting them [public servants] know how much
we appreciate their dedication in the every day,” said one church member.
On Saturday, the 20th of
September, several people who attend the church gathered up all the necessary
equipment and headed to the fire station on Gray Road in Windham. Grilled
chicken and steak tips along with multiple salads, breads and desserts were the
fare of the day. Water, coffee and iced tea helped clean the pallet before
going back for seconds and sometimes thirds and fourths.
Not only was the church able to feed
those who serve out of the Windham Center location, but due to a training
taking place that day, they were able to show appreciation to those just starting
out in the field. Kerry Herrick and Jim Tabone took charge and made sure all
ran smoothly, while Pastor Samuel LaCombe was on hand to personally thank the
fire department and ask the blessing over the food.
We can never say “thank you” enough to
those whose jobs require such selflessness for the public’s safety. The Windham
First Church of the Nazarene just wanted to express their gratitude, in a
tangible way.
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