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FLORIDA SENTINEL
OVER 75 YEARS SERVING TAMPA
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Disciples Of Christ Safely Celebrates Pastor’s 16th Appreciation Service
Members of the Disciples of Christ Christian Fellowship in Riverview, didn’t allow the Coronavirus to stop them from letting their pastor, Ken- neth McKay and his wife, Mary Jo, know how much they love and appreciate them.
The church hosted its 16th Annual Pastor Appreciation Service virtually in October. Members and friends joined them safely, from the comfort of their homes, via Zoom or the church’s YouTube chan- nel.
The set-up was dinner the- ater style, where Pastor McKay and Mrs. McKay sat at a decorated table and viewed a pre-recorded cele- bration.
Those who attended the event participated in games and were able to interact with the McKays at the end of the program.
Markel Pryor and Karen Bowen assisted with the decorations.
Aproximately 100 mem- bers and friends attended vir- tually from their homes. Those who assisted with the program and set-up attended in person. Family and friends from as far away as New York attended from the comforts of their homes. (Photos by Julia Jackson)
Pastor Kenneth and First Lady Mary Jo McKay at their 16th Anniversary Celebration enjoying the view of the city.
Pastor and 1st Lady McKay seated at the table decorated for their dinner.
Deacon Willie Brannon gave words of appreciation and an overview of the celebration.
Ethan Holder going over technol- ogy details with the moderator, Hope Steward, who facilitated the games and awarding of prizes.
Markel Pryor and Karen Bowen assisted with the decorations.
This is the cake specially designed for the occasion.
Earl Reeves managed the pre-recorded presentations.
Samuel, Briella and Samuel Beltran sent their expression of love to the couple.