It’s been, oh so long since we’ve had an opportunity to attend church on a Sunday morning. So, when my sister Cindy invited us to attend her church with her, and her husband Charlie, we didn’t hesitate we immediately said yes.
Up and at it for us. No breakfast this morning at the house since we would be going out after church for that. So we broke out our Sunday best, meaning for me a real polo shirt and not just a tee shirt. Barbara wore her Sunday best plus a special pair of earrings. With our finest on we headed to my sister’s house where we would leave together for church.
This was our destination. The First Presbyterian Church of Wellsboro. Since the year 1843 Presbyterian families in Wellsboro have worshipped together. The church was first convened by Mrs. Curtis (Jane) Parkhurst of Lawrenceville. She was temporarily
living in Wellsborough during her husband’s term as sheriff. Responding to her invitation to form a Presbyterian church, twenty-five citizens convened in the courthouse for Presbyterian worship services. On February 11th 1843 the Presbytery of Chemung of New York organized the First Presbyterian Church of Wellsborough. For ten years the church continued to meet in the Tioga County Court House.
By 1879 the active membership of First Presbyterian was 280. In that year the Rev. Augustus C. Shaw became the church’s pastor. Rev. Shaw was appreciated for his organizational skills, scholarship and deliberateness. Under Dr. Shaw’s pastorate the congregation built the present impressive stone edifice, which was dedicated February 12, 1895.
The work of the church continues today with their stated mission being to embody and demonstrate the word of God through our heads, hearts, and hands in the communities of Tioga County and beyond.
After worship, my sister recommended a local restaurant that she had gone to before for breakfast. It was right around the corner from the church so in no time we were there.
Breakfast was absolutely delicious! They had an item called The Big One which was an omelet consisting of five eggs, home fries, ham, cheese and so much more. Of course, I had to try it! It was the best of the best. Barbara went with scrambled eggs, sausage, and Rye toast on the side. Both breakfast orders were tummy filling and so very satisfying.
Now for two of God’s really beautiful people, my sister Cindy and her husband Charlie.
They are two of the most beautiful, generous, and caring people in all the world. They are the best of the best. This past week spent with them has been absolutely wonderful. We are now going our separate ways again, they to their Lake House and we will be moving on this Wednesday. But we will be back together again at my mom’s house for Christmas.
That was our day. A great time spent in God’s house lifting up our voices in praise. A delightful breakfast at a wonderful local restaurant. And, of course, a few more precious hours of time spent together with Cindy and Charlie. What more could one ask for then that. Thanks for joining us on our journey. We hope you had a wonderful day as well. Before saying goodnight, of course, something in closing that I truly hope applies to each of us and our families:
As always, if you are coming to the end of your day with concerns and worries, let me suggest that you turn them over to God. After all, He is going to be up all night so why not let him handle them for you.
Time now for our evening prayers and eventually some shut-eye. Till tomorrow.
These are the voyages of Graybeard and it’s occupants, four paws and two humans. Our continuing mission: to explore as many new states as possible, to seek out new acquaintances and make new friends, to boldly go where we have not been before
"On The Road of Retirement" 
Sounds like you had another day of memories created with family.
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