Celebrating Community and Generosity at Thrivent’s Annual Membership Event
Thank you, Thrivent for inviting us to join you for your Annual Celebration of Membership on April 27th at the Johnny Carson Theatre in Norfolk. Forty sets of towels/wash clothes and seven backpacks were donated that day. These items will be used to make hygiene and school kits, which are in high demand both domestically and internationally. We thank everyone who brought in items to share. We are continually grateful for your generous spirit.
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