Staff reports
For the 45th year, the community is invited to enjoy Thanksgiving service and dinner at St. Helena’s Church in Beaufort.
Since 1979, St. Helena’s Church in Beaufort has welcomed the community for a Thanksgiving service and meal. This year St. Helena’s Anglican Church will again throw open its doors to all who would like to join this special tradition.
On Thursday, Nov. 28, the day will begin with a service at 10:30 a.m. at St Helena’s Church at 505 Church Street. At 11:30 a.m., all are invited for a Thanksgiving dinner in the Parish Hall at 507 Newcastle Street in downtown Beaufort.
The Thanksgiving worship and sit-down meal regularly draws several hundred people, with a menu of turkey dinner with cornbread stuffing, green beans, sweet potato casseroles, cranberry sauce, and a variety of desserts. Last year more than 600 meals were served. The dinner will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Whether seeking food, fellowship or a new tradition, all are encouraged to come and join others in the community — residents and visitors alike. Invite family, friends, neighbors and strangers. The meal is free though donations are welcome.
Church and community volunteers plan for weeks to assure that the special gathering will be both festive and welcoming. From preparing turkeys to baking pies and cookies, to arranging transportation of meals to those who cannot get out, the event involves over 150 volunteers.
All are encouraged to attend the meal in person but delivery of meals will be available to anyone who is home-bound. To place an order in advance, contact St. Helena’s church office at 843-522-1712. The deadline for home-delivery requests is noon on Wednesday, Nov. 27.
For further information contact Jai Dowell, Director of Local Missions at 843-522-1712, Ext. 219, or email jdowell@sthelenas1712.org.
