The Play was wonderful. Donna wrote and directed the children, thanks Donna you did a great job and everyone appreciated it. It was so nice to see kids that a couple of years ago couldn't even read and now they were anxious to have a reading part in the play. I think all of the Parishioners enjoyed seeing the children center stage. Their singing started off the Christmas season.

After Church the children received a small gift from the Church School Teachers and joined in the Parish Party. (Remember in past years, Father Thompson wouldn't let us eat until we sang).

We decided to change the Caroling from Friday night to Sunday night. We all met at the Church for an early dinner which was cooked by Bob Ramsay. Thanks Bob ! ! ! Then we were off Caroling, not even the light rain damped the spirits of the children. This year we went to some old places and some new. Doreen made it a surprise for Bill and their friends. The children were greeted warmly. Then it was off to Irene's. We have gone there every year since we started Caroling. She always has a treat for them. We headed for Marguerite's and were invited into her lovely home. The children sang and enjoyed her company. She showed them her Nativity Set that was very old and they loved it and were very careful. Louise came outside and joined in the singing which they loved. They even did several encores.

Our final stop was at Anne's new apartment. For years we have ended our Christmas Caroling at her house. Her apartment was warm and welcoming to the kids and they made themselves at home quickly. Of course, they sang several songs before they were treated to cookies and lots of goodies. No one wanted to go home. Thank you Anne for having us once again and for continuing this wonderful tradition.

Of course, I did my annual speech. Once again I would like to thank all of our teachers, especially Beth and Donna. Plus our Sub-Teachers; Carol, Bob, Debi and all of the older teenage girls. Most of all, thank you to the parents for sending and sharing their children with us and the children for their enthusiasm for learning and being a Church Family.

Youth Group News

Leader: Diane Kern , Melissa Kelly. and Carol Ramsay.

We ended the year with our traditional Pizza Party get together, BUT we were invited to the Ramsay's house. We all had a great time. They had a big tree in the living room and we were greeted warmly by Madison (their black lab). Just about all of the teens were able to make this Holiday Get Together. Thanks Bob & Carol for opening your home again to us.

At the November meeting they made lots of cookies for the Seaman's which were gratefully received. We have been collecting magazines, small bottles of shampoo, soap and various other items (see bin outside Parish Hall). They are so thankful for all of the items. We will continue to collect these items throughout the year.

We will be collecting Card Fronts for the next month or so. These will be donated to St. Jude's Hospital. They take them and make new cards out of the old ones. We need card front ONLY. The cards need to be general Christmas, Birthday, etc. Please place in box outside Parish Hall.

Don't forget meetings are SECOND Tuesday of each month. I try to call and remind everyone, but you are almost adults and should have it on your calendar.