Our annual all-church picnic, Pres Fest 2002, was held in the Ministry Center and Stewart Hall on Homecoming Sunday, September 8, 2002. The fall church picnic has always been one of the biggest social gatherings of the year, and the 2002 "Homecoming Sunday Picnic" added a few more superlatives to the history book. Sponsored by the Deacons, the outing provided an opportunity for fun and fellowship with others in the congregation. The children's games began early and were enjoyed by both kids and adults. Music was provided by the band, and the food tables were laden with all the delicious home-cooked goodies that may never appear on the regular diet-conscious plates at home. The highlight of the party was the recognition of Pastor Kate Lindberg's ten years of service at First Presbyterian Church. Doug Brouwer, Bob Young, Ann Flansburg, and several others who shared assignments with Kate all gave some remembrances on the ways that Kate had served and improved our church. Although the program was a light hearted spoof of Kate's desire to "Have a Ball," the congregation had the opportunity to give sincere thanks for her work and presented her with an engraved necklace and huge scrapbook full of congratulatory notes and fond remembrances. Many thanks go to the Deacons and all the others who helped with this event. Morel pictures of the ceremony for Pastor Kate. More pictures of the band and picnic supper. Our thanks to Bob Stevens for the photographs! View additional pictures of the ceremony for Pastor Kate. View pictures of the band and picnic supper. Return to Past Events 2002