Whether you are sitting in one of its pews or not, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Algoma wants you to feel welcome in the community. The church recently welcomed over 500 people to its annual Trunk or Treat event, which offered candy and other activities to enjoy. Planning is already underway for its fourth community Thanksgiving dinner, where residents and visitors can share a free meal or ensure those who are homebound can still celebrate the holiday. Pastor Joel McKenney says with new families always coming into the area and the hectic pace of life, it is good for them to make sure they introduce themselves to one another.

You can contact the church in the coming weeks if you want to participate in its free Thanksgiving meal.