We arrived in plenty of time to warm up and figure out the logistics for the service. We sang the prelude and postlude from the sanctuary while the offertory and communion anthems were sung from the choir loft.
A view of the church from the sanctuary from the choir loft. The organist, Mr. Roy Kelly, was most gracious and welcoming!
The congregation welcomed us warmly and were most appreciative of our singing. We are very grateful to the Rector, Rev. Sarah Robbins-Cole, for allowing us to sing this morning. As a token of our thanks, we presented her with a "First Pres" t-shirt which she promptly put on after worship.
After church, we were treated to a cookout of hamburgers and hot dogs. Of course there were plenty home made side dishes and dessert!
After an awesome lunch, we helped clean up and then were on our way to Six Flags New England, about a 90 minute drive from the church. It was an absolutely gorgeous New England day and the kids were ready for all the exciting rides.
There were plenty of rides with a strong emphasis on roller coasters. Check this one out!
We met up at 6:00 for dinner and then the kids had about 2.5 more hours try out more rides.
Here is a video of one of the rides the kids went on. By the time it was their turn on the ride, it was almost sunset and the cool evening air was even colder high in the air!
As the sun set, the temperature dropped to the low 60s for a cool New England evening. After a treat of ice cream, we were back on the bus with our bus driver Bob waiting for us. It was a short 15 minute drive to our hotel and the kids had some social time before it was "lights out." We have two concerts tomorrow so it will be a busy day. Thanks for your continued prayers!
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