St. Nicholas Sip and Savor Fundraiser
Some evenings just have a way of reminding you what church family looks like—and the St. Nicholas Sip and Savor fundraiser on July 31 was one of those evenings.
Friends gathered around the table for five beautifully prepared courses, each thoughtfully paired with wines selected by Marian Chancellor. From Whispering Angel Rosé and Harken Chardonnay to Pinot Noir, Malbec, and Prosecco, every course brought new flavors and plenty of smiles.
The meal itself was extraordinary:
Burrata with grilled peaches and prosciutto
Shrimp cakes with citrus salad
Grilled tuna
Seared pork tenderloin with sweet potato grits and a red wine cherry reduction
Chantilly cream cake with fresh berries
A Ministry of Love
Proceeds from the evening will benefit the St. Nicholas Project, which serves foster children and families through Children's Protective Services in Leflore County. Every person who attended became part of that ministry.
Gratitude
Our sincere thanks to Marian Chancellor for leading us through each pairing with such grace and enthusiasm. We are also deeply grateful to Loren and Lee Leflore, Michael and Spencer Jennings, Vicki Yaeger, Ben and Stribling Hargett, Robin Stuckey, Jamie Hargett, and the many others who planned, prepared, served, and worked behind the scenes to make the evening such a success.
Jamie's leadership of the St. Nicholas Project continues to be a blessing to the Nativity Parish and to the children and families we serve.
There was wonderful food, exceptional wine, and more laughter than we could have hoped for. It was a beautiful reminder that some of life's greatest gifts are found around a table—sharing a meal, enjoying one another's company, and supporting a mission that makes a real difference in the lives of children.
