The Trumpet October 2017 Volume 34 Issue 10

Firelands Presbyterian Church Musical Arts

2626 East Harbor Road Concert
Port Clinton, Ohio 43452 Saturday
419-734-6211 October 7,
Fax 419-734-5411 7:30 PM
www.firelandschurch.org
Simple Gifts
This duo will be sharing
world music artfully
played on an array of
ethnic instruments. This
Rev. Mark Cooper, Pastor
concert is sponsored by
Ed Bettendorf, Clerk of Session Frederick Agency with accommodations by Our Guest
Inn. Following the concert, there will be a reception for
Susan Larcey and Kay McIntosh, Musicians
the audience to meet the artists. Season and Pick 5
Darrell Brand, Treasurer Tickets are available NOW. Tickets are available at the
door for $15 ($12 for Firelands members); students are
Rachel Johnson,
admitted free of charge.
Preschool Director

Janine Dress,
Administrative Assistant Thank You
Mark Owen, Custodian Thanks to our members who made three upgrade
projects come to completion!!! These being:

Table of Contents
Bistro 163 ............................................ 2
Internet Outreach & Session Highlights .... 3
Events & Notes ..................................... 4
Mission Updates .................................... 5
October Lectionary & Preschool invite ...... 6
Preschool News ..................................... 7
Ministry Schedule .................................. 8
Birthdays, Anniversaries &
Monthly Prayer List................................ 9
Calendar ............................................ 10
Musical Arts 2017-2018 Season ............ 11
Bistro 163 Year in review ..................... 12
1. New Roof
2. Asphalt on our parking lot
3. Exterior Painting by 23 members of our church
These projects could not have been completed without
the financial support and labor provide for painting the
church exterior.
Thank You from Maumee Valley
Presbyterian Women
"MVPW send a sincere thank you to Firelands for hosting
their Fall Gathering on September 30. With the added
treat of lunch catered by Bistro 163 and our local Border
Patrol program on Human and Drug trafficking on our
north shores, a fine day was had by all. Kudos to the
hospitality team that made us feel so welcome. Another
informational 'mission possible' day since PW has
actively been involved helping stop the scourge of
human trafficking and enjoying the fruits of the mission
of Bistro 163."
October 2017
Bistro 163 Free
Community
Dinner
October 9, 2017
BISTRO 163 is hosting a free
public dinner on the second
Monday of every month at
1848 E Perry Street in Port Clinton. Serving hours are
from 5:00 - 7:00 PM. This is a free public dinner, open
to all neighbors. Chef Stacy and our volunteers will be
serving up a delicious meal. . See you there!
The After School Snack & Study
Every Thursday
3-5 PM
After School Snack & Study is on Thursday afternoons,
from 3:00 5:00 PM, all school age kids are welcome to
come to Bistro 163 for homework support and a
nutritious snack. Volunteers are always welcome at
Bistro 163 it takes between 5 and 7 people offering
their time to operate the restaurant each day. Call the
Bistro at 419.734.9887, or send an email message to
volunteer@bistro163.org.
Saturdays at the Bistro
Several years ago when we were searching for our
identity as a church, looking for a way forward, we
gathered in small groups in homes under the auspices of
New Beginnings. We asked those favorite existential
questions, Who are we? Where are we going? What is
our purpose in life as a church?
We looked at the divided aspect of our community with
the upper middle class areas of the Catawba and
Marblehead and the more modest homes and lifestyles
of those who were struggling in the midst of Port
Clinton. We began to ask how we could reach our
beyond our lovely church; how we could begin to make
connections with those who are our neighbors and
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bridge the gaps between ourselves and folks who have
needs that we could not even imagine.
A year and a half ago the possibility of opening Bistro
163 became a reality and we wondered, Could this be
the answer to the questions our groups had been
asking? During this past year, I have watched our
questions evolve into practice. We could feed those who
cannot afford a meal with dignity and care. Children
who live in the low income housing across the parking
lot from the Bistro looked forward to coming to Snack
and Study because they felt safe there. Some of these
same young girls have been coming regularly on
Saturdays to have a meal and then volunteer an hour or
two waiting tables, folding brochures and squeezing
lemons for lemonade.
This past Saturday, our first nine customers were pay it
forward recipients.
That same Saturday, I was able to invite four customers
from Brecksville and Middleburg Heights in Cleveland to
our jazz service and they came. (I have never been one
to comfortably evangelize or invite strangers to church.)
And yet folks just have such a warmth and delighted
curiosity once they hear about the mission of Bistro 163
that it is easy to share.
Chef Stacy Maple has been a gift from God to this
mission. Her skills as a cordon bleu chef have helped the
Bistro to achieve a 5 star (highest possible) rating on
Yelp, a restaurant app. So on the same Saturday when
we are feeding local families in need, we are serving
travelers from Baltimore, Cleveland and Columbus who
have looked us up on their smart phones as they are
traveling through.
Stacy has such personal warmth and a desire to help
that she is mentoring young line cooks and sous chefs,
offering training to those whose life paths are leading
them from addiction to recovery. Some of these young
folks have been referred to her by the court system. She
also befriends the challenged adults who visit regularly.
One Saturday, we celebrated Johnnys birthday; later
that week I saw him riding his bicycle across town
proudly wearing his gift of a Bistro 163 tee shirt.
During one of our recent Bible Study discussions, which
then led to a Sunday sermon, Pastor Mark explained
that the concept of salvation has to do with wholeness
or completion. For me the joy of being part of this Bistro
mission is receiving the chance to become more whole-y
involved, becoming part of the body of Christ in these
troubled times. Feed my lambs Love your neighbor as
yourself.
Kay McIntosh
October 2017
September has been a big month
for Bistro 163!
Receiving 2 of the Beacon newspaper Best of the Best
awards for 2017. More than 4500 people cast a ballot,
either online or on paper. For the second consecutive
year, Bistro 163 was chosen by the people as THE Best
Non-Profit in our community, and the second best
burger.
Highlights of Stated Session
Meeting September 12, 2017
1. Received a favorable Treasurers Report (through
August 31, 2017).
2. Received Bill Umlaufs positive Annual Financial
Audit Report.
3. Reviewed a proposed 2018 Budget of $142,000
(TBA).
4. Signed a Mission Pledge to Presbytery of $1,000.
5. Approved the Nominating Committees slate of
candidates for Elder, Deacon, and Nominating
Committee members for 2018to be presented
and voted at the Annual Meeting of the
Congregation on September 24, 2017.
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Internet Ministry
The Firelands Church Facebook page is an important
source of current information about our church. A
total of 82 people follow our church on Facebook, which
means that new posts to the Firelands FB page are
shown on their own personal FB timelines. Posts are
often shared with other FB users, which can swell our
reach to hundreds of people. Even if you do not have
your own personal Facebook page, you can still visit the
church page any time you wish. Just type Firelands
Presbyterian Church in the search box on the Facebook
home page.
During the first 27 days of September, the most
popular news items posted to our church FB page
include:
Elders of Jazz 233 people
Thursday Painters 187 people
New Paint Church Exterior 132 people
Tuesday Painters 177 people
Church Sign Tweet 343 people
New Roof and Parking Lot 113 people
Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep Mission Update
48 people
Our church web site, www.firelandschurch.org is
receiving a refresh before years end, including new
photographs and updated content. Of the 124 people
who searched for and found our web site in the month
of September, 80% were new visitors. The new viewers
looked at 2.3 pages for an average of 1.2 minutes.
Returning visitors looked at more pages (3.76) for a
longer average period of minutes (2.5). Our web site
serves two different audiences, and must have content
that is pertinent and appealing for both new visitors,
and frequent flyers. The most commonly viewed pages
this month were worship/sermons, about us,
worship/services, and contact us.
October 2017
Bible Study at
Fulton Street
Caf
The bible study at
Magruder Hospital will is
at 10 am, every Wednesday. This month the group will
be studying different world religions. All are invited to
attend and it is opened to the public.
Casa Dancing with the Stars
Mark Your Calendars!
Dave Moore and his dancing daughter Alex will be
dancing in the November fundraiser for CASA. This is an
annual benefit held out at Camp Perry, Saturday
November 18. Time and ticket details to follow. We will
want to support their team to help children who are
involved in the courts here in Ottawa County.
Thank You from Your
Administrative Assistant
Thank you all who have sent cards, notes and email.
7 years ago I was abruptly taken off disability and left
with no income. Rosemarie Shinde, told me of the
secretarial opening here. Pastor Jeanne took a chance
having another pastor in the office and with John
Madisons approval they hired me. I have truly
appreciated and continue to appreciate serving you as
your administrative assistant, even as some days are
totally chaotic.
Thank You for your gifts to me.
Janine
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Christian Meditation Workshop
In his August 27th sermon, Pastor Mark told us that
meditation can lead us to a wonderful, peaceful,
transformed place. That has sparked an interest in
learning more about the practice of Christian
meditation.
As a result, the Spiritual Growth Committee, with the
support of Pastor Mark, has asked Alison Falls to
lead a workshop series designed to introduce, educate
and lead us on the practice of Christian Meditation. A
vast array of meditation practices have been used for
thousands of years in the Christian tradition. In Seeds
of Contemplation, Thomas Merton wrote:
contemplation is the highest expression of mans
intellectual and spiritual life. It is that life itself, fully
awake, fully active, fully aware that it is alive. It is
spiritual wonder. It is spontaneous awe at the
sacredness of life.
We pray that by learning and praying and meditating
together, we will enhance our spiritual growth.
Tentative plans call for meetings at 4:00 PM on
Tuesdays Oct. 24th, Oct. 31 and Nov. 7th . The first 2
meetings will be held at Firelands and the 3rd at
Alison Falls home. Folks are invited to attend any or
all meetings.
Please consider attending the workshops. We could
all use a big dose of a wonderful peaceful place
these days. Meditation could help you find that place.
October 2017
Beds,
Banks
and
Bedding
Now I Lay
Me Down to
Sleep (a
project of your Mission Committee) is funded by a
variety of sources. One of the ways we contribute to the
project is with our Bed Banks. These little beds are
actually a bank with an opening in the headboard which
takes coins as well as paper money. You may spot
these beds on tables during coffee hour or in the
Narthex. A recent emptying of these little banks
yielded $55 for our project. Any and all change is
appreciated and adds up quickly. Since beginning our
program, we have provided over 140 children in Ottawa
County with beds, bed frame and bedding. Members of
your Mission Committee will be happy to answer any
questions you may have about this project.
Coat Collection for Salvation
Army
October through January
Although it has been warm outside lately, the time is
approaching when a nice warm coat will be needed for
outdoor comfort. Please help the local Salvation Army
help others by giving a new or clean, gently-used
coat. This project is sponsored by your Mission
Committee and starts this year in October. Coats can
be for children or adults of any size and are welcome
from now through January. There will be a box for
these in the Gathering Area.
Update on Mission Co-Workers
in the Near East
We have learned that John and Diane Fowler, who
served as mission co-workers in a sensitive area of the
Near East have recently ended their service with
Presbyterian World Mission. Firelands had supported
the Fowlers for several years with ongoing prayer and
financial support.
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We pray for continued blessings for them and their
family, as they have returned to the United States. We
pray also for Elizabeth Prasad who, with her husband
Philip Prasad served the Dalits (Untouchables) in India.
Philip Prasad has died. Elizabeth is continuing his work
with the Rural Presbyterian Church of India and the
Witnessing Ministries of Christ. We remember her in the
ongoing prayer concerns of the church for those in the
mission for our Lord.
Introducing Esther
Wakeman
Esther Wakeman
Our new Co-mission
Worker
Esther Wakeman serves
as University Chaplain at
Payap University in
Chiang Mai, Thailand.
Payap was founded by
PC(USA)s partner, the
Church of Christ in
Thailand, in 1974 and is
the first private
university in Thailand, serving about 5,000 students
with 800 faculty and staff. About 10 percent of the
students and 30 percent of the faculty and staff are
Christian. The challenges of strengthening the Christian
community on campus along with finding creative and
meaningful ways to share the gospel with Thai college
students are considerable. Esther asks your prayers that
the spiritual life staff will develop a more passionate
spirituality and deepen as a loving community,
discovering more of the freedom Christ gives us to live
life as its meant to be lived.
Esther also oversees the Christian Communications
Institute (CCI) which uses traditional and modern
dramatic and musical arts to present the gospel in
schools and villages all over Thailand.
Chiang Mai is a wonderfully congenial place to live,
writes Esther, and is a major mission center for Asia.
Esther is active in the English-language church and its
outreach ministry to the international community of
Chiang Mai. As the world gets smaller, she says,
opportunities for communicating the good news of
Gods grace are growing. It is exciting to be able to
minister to both Thai people and others from all over.
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October Lectionary
October 1, 2017 Exodus 17:1-7 Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 Philippians 2:1- Matthew 21:23-32
Proper 21 (26)
Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16 Psalm 25:1-9 13
Seventeenth Sunday after
Pentecost

October 8, 2017 Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, Isaiah 5:1-7 Philippians Matthew 21:33-46
Proper 22 (27)
12-20 Psalm 80:7-15 3:4b-14
Eighteenth Sunday after
Pentecost Psalm 19

October 15, 2017 Exodus 32:1-14 Isaiah 25:1-9 Philippians 4:1-9 Matthew 22:1-14
Proper 23 (28)
Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23 Psalm 23
Nineteenth Sunday after
Pentecost

October 22, 2017 Exodus 33:12-23 Isaiah 45:1-7 1 Thessalonians Matthew 22:15-22
Proper 24 (29)
Psalm 99 Psalm 96:1-9, (10-13) 1:1-10
Twentieth Sunday after
Pentecost

October 29, 2017 Deuteronomy 34:1-12 Leviticus 19:1-2, 15- 1 Thessalonians Matthew 22:34-46
Proper 25 (30)
Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 18 2:1-8
Twenty-First Sunday after
Pentecost Psalm 1

COME PLAY WITH US!

We are celebrating the news that our Preschool has been awarded 4 STAR status by the Step Up To Quality
assessment program run by the state of Ohio. We are the only full-time center in Ottawa County with this rating. The
preschool is a mission of our church and has been in existence for over 25 years!

The staff is present from 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM every school day and in the summer to provide a wonderful enrichment
and educational environment for young children. Under the leadership of Rachel Johnson, the preschool has a
wonderful reputation which is demonstrated by full enrollment and a waiting list to attend.

In the past, members of the congregation have volunteered their time and talents to make Preschool even more fun.
We would like YOU to COME PLAY WITH US! You can read a book, tell a story, teach a craft or lead a special activity
something appropriate for ages 3-5. We have had several musicians visit over the years, and the kids love having
them come. You certainly do not have to stay a long time, but it is a special treat for the kids. Its a treat for the
volunteers as well, but you may need an afternoon nap to rest up.

A sign-up sheet is on the Opportunity table with suggested dates (at 10:30 AM) in October and November. For
readers, Mrs. Johnson can provide the book or you can bring a favorite. For other talents, we will coordinate the
venue for the activity. Contact me if you have questions. PleaseCome Play With Us!

Karen coffin
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Preschool News
Our first month of preschool has flown by! We have been busy getting to know
our friends, learning the rules, playing and having fun!

Our themes for the month were Welcome to Preschool, All About School, All
About Me, and Apples. During the first three weeks we focused on our
classroom rules and being a good friend.

Apple week was a very busy week. We learned where apples grow, how they
grow, and all their parts. We counted, graphed, tasted, cooked and painted with
apples.

We also started the alphabet. The kids "met" Baby Echo; who will be helping us
learn each letter and sound. The kids will be learning the name of the letter, a
keyword associated with the letter, and the sound for each letter. We started
with Aa, apple, /a/.

We had our monthly visit from Mrs. Winkie, the librarian. The kids love singing,
dancing and reading with her!

The Lions Club came in in the middle of the month to screen the children's
vision. We look forward to having them each fall to identify any potential visual impairments or eye conditions.
Parents are then advised to see an Optometrist for further testing.

Rachel Johnson

Firelands Preschool Program

Director and Teacher

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Dont Forget Your Time to Serve!

Ministry Names
Monthly Deacon of the Month Susan Rogers
Communion Steward Joyce DellaSantina
Oct. 1 Greeter(s) Jim & Betty Layton
Reader Jim Wagnitz
Communion Assistant Bill Sharp
Servers Anita fisher, Joyce DellaSantina, Connie Brand, Mary Caracci
Nursery Volunteer Debbie Flora
Pianist Susan Larcey
Oct. 8 Greeter(s) Dick & Karen Coffin
Reader Ed Bettendorf
Communion Assistant Sally Walter
Servers Dave & Sally Wahlers, Jim & Betty Layton
Nursery Volunteer Heather Stouffer
Pianist Susan Larcey
Oct. 15 Greeter(s) Mary Caracci
Reader Karen Coffin
Communion Assistant Alison Falls
Servers Connie Brand, Ernie McCullough, Dave Moore, Mary Caracci
Nursery Volunteer Nila McCullough
Pianist Susan Larcey
Oct. 22 Greeter(s) Dick & Karen Dietz
Reader Anita Fisher
Communion Assistant Karen coffin
Servers Bob & Maxine Wilson, Marsha Bordner, John McIntosh
Nursery Volunteer Susan Rogers
Pianist Kay McIntosh
Oct. 29 Greeter(s) Wayne & Sally Walter
Reader Nila McCullough
Communion Assistant Heather Stouffer
Servers Alison falls, Bob Reynolds, Dick & Karen Coffin
Nursery Volunteer Lily Stouffer
Pianist Susan Larcey
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October Celebrations

Maxine Myers 16 Mark and Gini Stevenson 16

Jill Cooper 21 Jay and Karen Viery 18

James Stouffer 25 Daveand Sally Wahlers 21

John Combs 28 Jim and Anita Fisher 26

Is your birthday or anniversary missing or incorrect? Contact the office so

we can make the changes to the list!

Ongoing Prayer Concerns

For those receiving medical treatment or therapy, or undergoing medical tests:

Debbie Ballinger, Jenatha Boose, June Gahris, Harold, Kim Hudson, Craig Kaiser, Arlene Kakareka, Stephen
Kessler, Angjuli Lele, Judy McCollough, John McLaughlin, Ele McLaughlin, Simon Mercurio, Michael, Jordan Moore,
John Rick, Sarah, Sue, Jack Schmidt, Justin Waugh, Ann Wagnitz.

For those facing the infirmities of age:

Clara Maag, Shirley Ohles, Jamie Petty, Betty Rodwancy, Bob Rodwancy,
Gordan Wahlers, and Irene Wilson

For those seeking freedom, security, and hope:

Bobby, Justin, Sara, Val, and CASA Families

For those in the service of our country:

SMGT Jeff Bundy, Steven Coffin, FBI; Brant Crandall, USA; Cole Daniel, USCG; Mathew Devries, USAF;
Stu Gliwa, USMC; Aaron Haynes, USA; Andrew Hogue, USA, Ted Livingstine, USMC; Sanju Shinde, USMC;

For those in mission for our Lord:

Esther Wakeman, our co-mission worker in Thailand:

Elizabeth Prasad with Witnessing Ministries of Christ;
The National Presbyterian Church of Mexico, Berea Presbytery;
The Rev. Hazael Compuzano; Dios es Amor congregation in Mexico City;
The Christian Community of Restoration and Renewal(CCRR) in Maumee Valley Presbytery.

To add or delete someone from this list, please contact Janine Dress in the church office.
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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 4 5 6 7
10 Bible & Brew 3-5 Bistro 7:30 MAS
Snack & Concert
Study

8 9 10 11 12 13 14
9:15 Sunday 5 Free 9 Quilting at Wilsons 10 Bible & Brew 3-5 Bistro
School Community 10 Session Preschool Field Snack &
10:30 Worship Dinner @ trip to Jordans Study
Bistro163 Pumpkin Patch

15 16 17 18 19 20 21
9:15 Sunday 10 Bible & Brew Office Open Office Closed
School 3-5 Bistro
10:30 Worship Snack &
Study

22 23 24 25 26 27 28
9:15 Sunday 4 MAS 9 Quilting at 10 Bible & Brew 3-5 Bistro
School Committee Wilsons Snack &
10:30 Worship 4 Christian Study
Meditation
Workshop
29 30 31 NORMAL OFFICE HOURS 9-1 PM : MONDAY,
9:15 Sunday 4 Christian WEDNESDAY, & FRIDAY UNLESS NOTED ON
School Meditation THE CALENDAR
10:30 Worship
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The Musical Art Series /

Port Clinton, OH
2017- 2018 Season
SIMPLE GIFTS
Saturday, October 7, 2017
7:30 PM World music artfully played on
a variety of ethnic instruments
Sponsored by
FREDERICK AGENCY & HARRY STENSON FUND/KEY BANK
JAMES DLEON, PIANO
Saturday, November 4, 2017
7:30 PM By popular acclaim, his fourth appearance
Sponsored by
DR. JAY M. MANN
THE EARL E. WARNKE MEMORIAL CONCERT
Friday, December 22, 2017
7:00 P.M. CLEVELANDS BURNING RIVER BRASS
The ultimate CHRISTMAS GIFT to the community
*****At St. John Lutheran Church*****
Sponsored by
CROWN BATTERY & SHUMAKER, LOOP & KENDRICK AND JACK HILBERT
MARK KOSOWER, PRINCIPAL CELLO,
Sunday, February 11, 2018
CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA
3:30 PM
JEE-WON OH, PIANO
Sponsored by
DUBBERTS OUTDRIVE SERVICE
RIVER RAISIN RAGTIME REVIEW
Sunday, March 11, 2018
3:30 P.M. Scott Joplin, Tin Pan Alley, vaudeville
Sponsored by
ARBYS PORT CLINTON
CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF MUSIC, YOUNG ARTISTS
Sunday, April 22, 2018
3:30 P.M. A trio of trios piano, cello, violin,
Sponsored by
MILLER FERRIES TO PUT-IN-BAY & MIDDLE BASS
SALZEDO HARP DUO
Sunday, May 6, 2018
NANCY LENDRIM AND JODY GUINN
3:30 PM.
Principal harpists from two Ohio orchestras
Sponsored By
1812 FOOD & SPIRITS & ROSIES BAR & GRILL
GAVIN GEORGE, PIANO
Sunday, May 20, 2018
3:30 PM Welcome back, Gavin!
Sponsored By
BASSETTS MARKET & THE STOUFFER FAMILY AND CATAWBA ISLAND CLUB
TRINITY CHAMBER SINGERS
Sunday, June 3, 2018
3:30 PM Clevelands acclaimed cathedral choir
Todd Wilson, Director
Sponsored By
NEIDECKER, LEVECK & CROSSER &ROTH & BACON
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Bistro 163 Year in Review

For the benefit of those did not see or read the church annual report, I am sharing the
year in review at this remarkable food ministry. Mary Caracci

2017 has been another successful year for Ottawa Countys only pay-it-forward
restaurant, Bistro 163. Begun as a food ministry outreach program of Firelands
Presbyterian Church, Bistro 163 celebrated its first year in operation on June 6, 2017.
Just as we hoped, Bistro 163 has become a place to build relationships WITH people, not
just to provide services TO people.

How is success measured at Bistro 163? First and foremost, by our primary mission, serving the food insecure of
Ottawa County. In the first year of operation at Bistro 163, more than 17,000 meals were served, and 4,200 were
given at no charge. A free community meal is offered on the second Monday of every month, often with musical
entertainment provided by the Firelands Folk Musicians. Our After School Snack and Study Program is offered every
Wednesday during the school year. School age kids are invited into the Bistro for homework support and a free
nutritious dinner. And, anyone needing a free meal is served, in return for an hour of volunteer work in the Bistro. A
surge in people dining to pay-it-forward and volunteering in return for a meal has occurred during the months of
June, July and August, 2017.

The second measure of success at Bistro 163 is the growth in our volunteers willing to serve. Youth missions from Findlay,
Marblehead and Mason, the girl scouts, middle school and high school students, retirees, summer residents, those performing
community service, those volunteering an hour in return for a meal, and residents seeking to give back make up a diverse group of
helping hands in the Bistro. Every morning, and before every special event, a prayer circle is formed to give thanks and ask the Lords
blessing on the food being served, and those partaking of it.
A third measure of success at Bistro 163 is our unexpected ability to provide employment to those difficult to place under normal
circumstances. The Bistro pays developmentally disabled persons, and those with a criminal record to serve as dishwashers, cleanup
crew, and when appropriate, cooks under the supervision of our Executive Chef. Young people have been referred to the Bistro for
work by the courts, transitional housing, Lighthouse Sober Living, and other social service agencies. The Bistro offers not only a fair
hourly wage, but also a positive and supportive faith-based environment for those seeking to get their lives back on track.
Another measure of success at Bistro 163 is our ever expanding base of individual financial donors, churches, service organizations,
and grantors. Bistro 163 is always grateful for the financial support provided by Firelands Presbyterian Church, ever since our opening
in 2016. Other churches whose gifts have gone to address food insecurity through Bistro 163 include St. Joseph Catholic Church,
Grace Baptist Church, Lakeside United Methodist Church, The Chapel, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Agnes Catholic
Church, Heritage Presbyterian Church, Trinity United Methodist Church, the Church of Truth Ministries, and many more. Service
organizations also donate to Bistro 163 to address hunger in our community, including the Business and Professional Women, Elks,
Knights of Columbus, the Vineyard on Catawba, the Girl Scouts, and Tomorrows Harvest. And literally hundreds of organizations from
book clubs to Bible study groups have supported Bistro 163 by holding meals and meetings, paying it forward more than the agreed
upon price for their food. Donations from a wedding anniversary celebration (in lieu of gifts), the proceeds from a book signing, and
youth missions have all helped to provide free meals to the food insecure.

Granting agencies have made large donations to Bistro 163, including the Toledo Community Foundation, the Ottawa County
Community Foundation, Portage Resale Center, the Harry F. Stensen Memorial Foundation, and all the way from Seattle, Bill and
Melinda Gates. Our local growers and gardeners, from Quinstock Farms to Bergmans to Pastor Butcher, have all made in kind
donations of fruits and produce to defray the cost of fresh, locally sourced foods. A team of local handymen are on call to fix and repair
our facility free of charge. A team of local citizens have adopted the cost of our Snack and Study program, raising all the cost of our
kids dinners for the winter during the month of September each year. Our beautiful new service counter was designed, built and
donated by a car dealer, an insurance agent, and a granite supplier. Bistro 163 is particularly grateful to Sutton Property Leasing for
providing our restaurant and prep kitchen at far below fair market value for such wonderful facilities.

Finally, success at Bistro 163 can be measured by awards and publicity for our unique food ministry. Bistro 163
received peer recognition from our Port Clinton Chamber of Commerce

Mary Caracci