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Photo Gallery: Saint James Lutheran Hosts Thanksgiving Eve Celebration

Gettysburg’s Saint James Lutheran Church hosted its third annual Thanksgiving Eve dinner and Bluegrass Worship Service yesterday.

The event, offered free of charge, welcomed church members, Gettysburg CARES guests (Combined Area Resources for Emergency Shelter), and members of the surrounding community.

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The evening began with a bountiful dinner served at 5:30 p.m., featuring a traditional spread of pork, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, pasta, rolls, applesauce, and a tempting variety of desserts.

Volunteers and church members warmly welcomed attendees, encouraging them to join the Bluegrass Worship Service that followed the meal at 7:00 p.m. Led by Pastor Andrew Geib, the service was filled with uplifting Bluegrass music and a message of gratitude. Song sheets were provided, inviting everyone to sing along.

During his sermon, Pastor Geib emphasized the importance of giving thanks in all aspects of life, urging, “We should be thankful at the heart of all that we do. Give thanks every morning for life before scrolling our Facebook or our morning coffee.”

Additionally, Pastor Libby Baker-Mikesell announced that Saint James will host a “Breakfast with Santa” event on Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. This free event is open to the public and will include opportunities for photos with Santa.

For those who missed the Bluegrass service, it was livestreamed and remains available for viewing on YouTube.

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Amy Thomas, Contributing Editor, is responsible for community outreach, including our social media presence. She, her husband, and her two children reside in Adams County. Amy also works in early childhood education and occupational therapy, and volunteers with local organizations.

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