May Friendship Day to be marked next week
YOUNGSTOWN — Church Women United will observe May Friendship Day during a service at 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. John Episcopal Church, 323 Wick Ave.
The annual ecumenical event will feature the theme, “God’s Wisdom Inspires Hospitality.” It centers on the Scripture, Matthew 25:35, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me.”
The program will include readings, music, group participation and devotional presentations, all emphasizing making new friends by reaching out to others through personal hospitality.
The event will include the offering of the least coin and collection of monetary donations toward medical kits for Interchurch Medicine Assistance.
A luncheon will follow the program. The cost is $8 and reservations must be made by Tuesday. Call Jackie Burley at Protestant Family Services at (330) 746-4600.