Open to All: Middletown parish to host dinner on Christmas
December 19, 2024 at 1:46 p.m.
A soup to nuts dinner to celebrate Jesus’ birth will be served on Christmas, Dec. 25, at St. Mary Parish, Middletown.
Held in the church narthex, the event is open to anyone looking to share Christmas with others, particularly those who might otherwise spend the day alone.
“No one should be alone on Christmas,” said Father Jeff Kegley, pastor of Saint Mary Parish. “The holiday is a time for love, connection and celebrating the Birth of Christ. We want to ensure that everyone, whether their family is out of town or celebrating with in-laws, has a place where they feel welcomed and loved on Christmas Day.”
The dinner is designed to be a warm and festive gathering for individuals, couples and families of all ages, Father Kegley said, noting that parish volunteers are preparing the holiday meal and the atmosphere will be filled with joy, music and the true spirit of Christmas.
“From traditional Christmas dishes to delightful desserts, every detail is being carefully planned to create a memorable experience for all,” he said.
St. Mary’s invites parishioners or first-time visitors to “come home for Christmas,” Father Kegley said, adding that the annual Christmas tradition embodies the parish’s mission of love and fellowship, offering everyone a place to celebrate the holiday surrounded by the warmth of community and faith.
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A soup to nuts dinner to celebrate Jesus’ birth will be served on Christmas, Dec. 25, at St. Mary Parish, Middletown.
Held in the church narthex, the event is open to anyone looking to share Christmas with others, particularly those who might otherwise spend the day alone.
“No one should be alone on Christmas,” said Father Jeff Kegley, pastor of Saint Mary Parish. “The holiday is a time for love, connection and celebrating the Birth of Christ. We want to ensure that everyone, whether their family is out of town or celebrating with in-laws, has a place where they feel welcomed and loved on Christmas Day.”
The dinner is designed to be a warm and festive gathering for individuals, couples and families of all ages, Father Kegley said, noting that parish volunteers are preparing the holiday meal and the atmosphere will be filled with joy, music and the true spirit of Christmas.
“From traditional Christmas dishes to delightful desserts, every detail is being carefully planned to create a memorable experience for all,” he said.
St. Mary’s invites parishioners or first-time visitors to “come home for Christmas,” Father Kegley said, adding that the annual Christmas tradition embodies the parish’s mission of love and fellowship, offering everyone a place to celebrate the holiday surrounded by the warmth of community and faith.