Friday, June 6, 2014

In the News ... "Local church organizes senior prom for seniors at nursing home"

Photo by Chase Gilbert www.CGILLY.com
By Jared Wilson, Reporter
Odessa American

ODESSA, TEXAS - Remember that big night in high school, picking out the perfect tuxedo or dress, finding a date and firming up plans for the unforgettable prom night? But what if you were able to do it all over again or never had the chance to participate at all?

A group of seniors at the Buena Vida Nursing Home in Odessa got to relive or get their first taste of prom Sunday — thanks to a group of volunteers at The Bridge, a part of First United Methodist in Odessa.

The Bridge Church is the second campus to First United Methodist Church in Odessa which launched in January of 2013 and is looking to reach out to the community.

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