Hundreds turn out for St. Peter's Community Friends Banquet in Geneva

Posted July 30, 2019 11:00 pm

Submitted by St. Peter Catholic Church

The Community Friends Banquet July 25 at St. Peter Catholic Church in Geneva served more than 300 people. Courtesy of St. Peter Catholic Church

On July 25, St. Peter Catholic Church in Geneva served more than 300 local area friends at its annual Community Friends Banquet, an evening of live music and fine dining featuring a steak and lobster dinner prepared by members of the Knights of Columbus Council 2191.

Inspired by the 25th Chapter of Matthew's Gospel, when Jesus reminds us whatever we do for the least of our brothers and sisters we do for Him, the Rev. Jonathan Bakkelund, St. Peter's pastor, was moved to offer this free banquet to those who may otherwise not be able to participate.

From making financial contributions to offering their time and talent providing service with a smile, the entire parish community supported this extraordinary event.

The number of attendees nearly doubled from those who attended last year.

For more information on this Community Friends Banquet and other upcoming events and ministries at the church, call (630) 232-0124.

Members of the Knights of Columbus Council 2191 prepare a steak and lobster dinner for the Community Friends Banquet on July 25. Courtesy of St. Peter Catholic Church

St. Peter Catholic Church's annual Community Friends Banquet on July 25 served more than 300 guests. Courtesy of St. Peter Catholic Church

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