Clearlake United Methodist Church supplies 47 families with full Thanksgiving dinners
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CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Clearlake United Methodist Church furnished 47 families with a turkey and all the trimmings to go with it to local Clearlake residences who may not otherwise have celebrated Thanksgiving Day with their families.
With the help of the city of Clearlake, Clearlake Police Association and Golden State Water Co., the Outreach Team of Clearlake UMC quickly got the word out to their pantry clientele, neighbors and sister churches to come pick up a Thanksgiving meal.
“We are very fortunate to have these agencies to help us serve the Clearlake community during the holiday season. The city of Clearlake and Golden State Water Co. provided the turkeys, while our Clearlake Police went out to shop for all the sides and pies for the dinners. These agencies have great compassion for the community,” said Rev. Dawn Roberts, pastor to the church.
Clearlake United Methodist Church is a full community outreach and teaching ministry. Sunday begins the week with worship service, with Pastor Roberts, at noon. All are welcome.
The members, known for their warmth and friendliness, have a saying, “Come as You Are, Leave with A Blessing!”
The services are contemporary, while honoring tradition. Live music and video, Sunday School and Fellowship following. Communion first Sundays the month.
During the week, there are classes to wind down, center and help heal mind and body in one of the long-time established Tai Chi or Yoga classes.
“Our approach is safe for those with limitations, open to men and women, no previous yoga experience is necessary. This benefits many ailments such as arthritis, asthma, anxiety, and high blood pressure. Relaxation practice balances our overworked nervous systems,” explained Marion Kaiser, certified instructor for Relax with Yoga.
AA “Bacon & Egos” group, meets every morning. The Disaster Relief office is open Monday through Friday and by appointment. The food pantry is open to the community each Sunday at 1 p.m., providing fresh, canned and boxed goods. The award-winning Fresh Start Program serves approximately 30 children under age 3 during the school year. CCUMC Thrift Shops as been noted as one of the best in town.
Clearlake Community United Methodist Church campus located at 14501 Pearl Ave. in Clearlake. Call the church at 707-994-2134 or check Facebook.