I have been a member of Second Presbyterian Church for 56+ years and was an active participant in many aspects. One of the longest commitments I had was serving as Treasurer for the Women of the Church. I remember every year when it was time to re-up, Virginia Legare acting as Secretary, would say, “Well Pat, I’ll serve another year if you will.” That lasted well over 40 years.

Shortly after we joined the church, my husband Ed and I taught Sunday School to high school level students, challenging at times but very rewarding. Ed also served as Head of the Sunday School Department and as a Deacon and Elder. Of course my children attended both Sunday School and Church and Gail later on taught as well as teaching Bible School in the summers. We all loved attending Wednesday night suppers and enjoyed being a part of a growing church community.

Lastly, a role I thoroughly enjoyed was serving as Church Wedding Director. A position that often required hours of preparation but I loved every minute and found the end result so satisfying.

What Second Church means to me is hard to put into words. I don’t know how to describe the love, friendship and support I have felt over the years. I acquired lots of wonderful friends while attending and still remain close to so many. Worshiping at Second Church has strengthened my faith and provides a comfort in both good times and bad. I can always rely on this wonderful church family that I still treasure to this day.

-Pat