11.26.20: Thanksgiving at the Gospel Mission

The Gospel Mission has announced their plans for Thanksgiving 2020. Due to the continued high number of COVID-19 cases and the Governor’s safety proclamations, the meal is going to look a little different this year. The schedule is as follows.

11:30am-12:30pm:Gospel Mission Residents will be able to eat in the café, socially distanced with a limit per table.

12:00pm-1pm:To-goThanksgiving meals will be given out to guests from our Food Pantry

5:00pm-6:00pm:To-goThanksgiving meals will be given out to guests from our Food Pantry & café open to residents

Thanksgiving meals will include smoked Turkey and traditional sides such as mashed potatoes and gravy, green bean casserole, pie, and more. While only current Gospel Mission residents will be permitted to dine in our cafeteria, all guests are welcome to come to our Food Pantry to pick up their hot Thanksgiving meal to go. This is the same format we have used since the start of the pandemic in March. In order to ensure the safety of our residents, all meals served to guests have been to-go since Spring. Our kitchen has never closed and we have continued to serve 3 meals a day, 7 days a week to those in need. Typically, Thanksgiving is one of the biggest meals served at The Gospel Mission. We usually set the tables and serve all of our guests amily-style with the help of about 2 dozen volunteers. It is sad to not be able to do that this year, but we know we must prioritize the safety of our residents and guests. “It is definitely a disappointment not to be able to host our typical meal”, said Paul Mahaffie, Executive Director for the Gospel Mission. “We usually try to go above and beyond to make Thanksgiving special for all of our guests and residents. But, we know that this year, safety is important. We’re blessed to still be able to provide a Thanksgiving meal to anyone in need with our to-go meals”

Any one who is in need of a meal this Thanksgiving is more than welcome to come and pick one up from The Gospel Mission!

11.27.20 - 12.25.20: Santa in the Southern Hills Mall

Santa will arrive on Friday, November 27th and will be located at his photo set in Center Court. Reservations are highly encouraged for all guests to help minimize wait times and avoid gatherings. Make your reservations HERE. You can also click HERE for more info on Santa in the Mall!

11.28.20 - 12.19.20: Santa in the Window at the Warrior Hotel (Saturdays ONLY 12p-4p)

While we may not be able to go in and talk to Santa this year, he will be saying HI from inside the Warrior as you drive by on 6th Street. Drop your letters outside and take a moment to wave at Santa from Noon to 4pm

OTHER EVENTS

Christmas Acres is the largest country Christmas Display in the area. Started in 1995. Thousands of lights, blow molds, inflatables and sculptures with music playing. Tour buses and church groups are welcome. Several familesChristmas Acres is the largest country Christmas Display in the area. Started in 1995. Thousands of lights, blow molds, inflatables and sculptures with music playing. Tour buses and church groups are welcome. Several families come every year for pictures. Donations are accepted for the Christian Needs Center in Le Mars. Located at 18481 Impala Ave Le Mars,IA or 7 miles west of Le Mars on HWY 3 turn left on Impala Ave. Call 712-541 0577 for more information. or find them on facebook HERE!

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