Congratulations to our winners in the annual Chili Bowl Challenge. We had thirteen people enter their favorite chili and after intense scrutiny by our “expert” panel of judges four rose to the top. We had a tie for third place between Isaac Hatcher and Rheadon Harris. Second place went to Daelyn Downing. Andrew Dix emerged as the 2009 Chili Grand Champion. We had a great time of fellowship around the tables and great food…and I think there was even some kind of game on the big screen. I guess congratulations are in order for Tina Downing, who seemed the lone Steeler fan (wearing Big Ben’s number 7). Cardinal fans were riding high having taken the lead with just over two minutes remaining. But it takes a lot to overcome a 60-year championship drought. One Cardinal fan, taking a final look at the screen and then peering down at his “I participated in the chili challenge” certificate mumbled, “Nothing like coming to church and being demoralized all the way around.”
We had a great time thanks to everyone who worked to make it a great evening. Thanks to Rheadon for handling things in the kitchen and keeping things organized. Thanks to Jim Narrin for setting up the screen and projector. Thank you to all those who help clean up the kitchen and put things away. For all those who were “demoralized” by the outcome (both the game and the chili challenge) – I’m sure it rings hollow but “there’s always next year!”
I’ll see you Sunday.
Rod