In the midst of the current public health crisis, we understand that People for Life's upcoming events are probably not everyone's first concern. But we do want you to be aware of the changes we are making to our schedule, especially for the upcoming events and activities that we have already been advertising.
We decided, last week to call off our annual Mother's Day Carnation Project. But we are setting our sights on Father's Day and a special Carnation Project to honor both mothers and fathers.
By now we all realize that the situation will continue to be uncertain for some time. No one knows for sure what the month of June will bring. So our plans will remain tentative until we get closer to Father's Day, June 21. For now, moving full-speed ahead.
We have already e-mailed the churches that usually particiipate, as well as church coordinators and the volunteers who help with deliveries and all the work that must be done at our central distribution point (Rog's Inc.). Most of the churches that have replied so far are willing to make the change. In fact the responses have been very upbeat and encouraging. Fortunately Gavin Hedderick, CEO of Rog's Inc., immediately agreed to let us use his facilities during the Father's Day time frame. Ruth Thompson of Rosebud Flower and Gifts, our carnation "middleman" was also totally understanding and willing to accomodate our. (All of the support and gracious cooperation is enough to bring one to tears!) We were not able to transfer our reservation of the Millcreek Mall Community Booth to the Father's Day weekend, but that's okay.
