Bocce Ball Charity Challenge a Success!

On Saturday, September 8, First Presbyterian hosted the 2nd Annual Bocce Ball Charity Challenge Tournament.  Teams from the church joined up with the Families Exploring Down Syndrome (FEDS) group for a great day of lawn bowling, friendship, and sunshine!  For the second year in a row, the team from DFE Fire took top prize and gave the prize money to the FEDS group.  FEDS will use the $1200 to support Club 21, a community gathering place for young adults with Down syndrome.  First Pres is grateful to our anonymous giver for supporting this event with a 3:1 match for every dollar, through our unCommon Mission program.  


Thanks also to all the judges, grillers, and organizers who made the day a resounding success!  Chilly temperatures quickly made way for sunshine, which resulted in a few unexpected sunburns!  

Parker starting his bocce lessons at a young age.

Emma and Diane enjoyed getting to know each other during the tournament.

Dyson made his first appearance at church and was a big hit with everyone.

DFE Fire presenting the winning check to FEDS bocce coaches Lucy and Frank.

Linda and Lisa discovered that bocce just might be their game!

Grilling up a storm to feed the hungry players

Joe and Parker chased that palina ball all over the lawn!