What did you do?
What began as a plan to construct one picnic table quickly blossomed into a project three times larger, thanks to a generous partnership with our local RONA store here in Carleton Place. RONA not only supplied an additional two tables, but also reached out to Sico Paints Canada on our behalf, resulting in a full donation of the paint required for the project.
On a sunny Saturday morning, members of the congregation and neighbourhood gathered on the church lawn for a hands-on building and painting party. Today, those tables continue to be used by families, neighbours, walkers, church members, and community groups alike. They have quickly become a symbol of hospitality, creativity, and shared purpose.
Why did you do it?
Our congregation chose to participate in the 100 Tables Initiative because the project so clearly expressed what we believe the church is called to be: a community that builds, shares, and gathers. Zion-Memorial United Church sits in the heart of Carleton Place, a growing town with diverse needs and opportunities. We saw the initiative as a way to say, in a visible and practical way, “You are welcome here.”
To learn more about Zion-Memorial's 100 Tables project, read our blog post.
