A steady stream of vans from senior citizen centers in seven counties rolled into the campgrounds last week. Seniors also came in a bus from the Hazard Veterans Center and in private cars. The program was expanded to two days several years ago in order to accommodate all who want to come. More that 300 seniors enjoyed beautiful spring weather, an interesting and entertaining program, and a dinner of ham and sweet potatoes with all the trimmings.
The Prime Time Messengers, a multi-generational group of about 35 from New Castle Bible Church in Mackinaw, Illinois were back for the 7th year to present the program and help with serving the meal. Their theme this year was “The Son Still Shines.” The program consisted of group singing, special music, testimonies, chalk art and a challenging message. Three of the guests accepted Christ as their Savior as a result of this outreach. (More photos below)
In addition to the program, during afternoons and on the in between days, members of the group continued interior work in the Kentucky Building addition, constructed railings on the new bridge to the Mosley farm property, built steps the the Mountain Cabin, and installed tile flooring in part of the building. Some of the younger ones also cleared several downed trees and other debris from the hiking trail up Old House Branch.
