"Hark the Herald Angels Sing" was the theme of our Relief Society Christmas social this year. What a beautiful and inspiring evening we had with the sisters in our ward. I'm grateful to have such an amazing group of ladies who work with me on the committee who helped make this evening so special and memorable. As we planned around our theme we focused on the angels among us in our lives who make a difference, who act with the true Christmas spirit and give of themselves. We prepared a dinner of "angel" hair pasta with either a red sauce(homemade by an awesome Italian guy in our ward who brewed his famous recipe all day long) or a creamy homemade alfredo sauce. The ladies could choose from grilled chicken or meatballs. A fresh spinach salad with strawberries and poppy seed dressing and buttery breadsticks was a delicious addition to their plates. The ladies were each given a menu at the beginning of the evening where they were able to select their menu items and then one of our committee members plated their food in the kitchen and served it. The meal was absolutely delicious and it was enjoyed by all. After dinner we were treated to an amazing program where different ladies shared Christmas stories with examples of "angels" who helped and served others in need at Christmas time. The experiences shared were uplifting and touching and the spirit of Christmas was definitely felt. After each shared story we all joined in singing different Christmas hymns. At the end of the program we were blessed to hear a "Silent Night" cello/flute duet shared and we were able to sing with them. What a beautiful way to end the evening. A strawberry angel food cake dessert topped with whipped cream was served at the end and the sisters seemed to linger a little longer than usual, enjoying each others company and the feelings of Christ like love and compassion that had been felt throughout the evening.
These are the angels in the process of being made for the centerpieces.
Nine short angels competed!
And nine tall angels finished!
A small, angelic children's choir started our program by singing "Away in a Manger." So sweet!
The program and menu choice card
I am sure it was a spiritual feast for everyone. You are amazing!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat supplies did you use to make the angels?
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ReplyDeleteWe used basic cones that look a little like cardboard and round paper mache balls for the forms of the angels. Then we wrapped yarn around each cone and then the lovely embellishments.
You must have a cool ward!!!!
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