[July 24, 2012]    

The members of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elkhart are counting their blessings in fried chicken dinners this week. The annual fundraising event for the church brought out a very large crowd, and it's no small wonder, with all the delicious food.

Over 500 diners enjoyed homemade gravy over the homemade mashed potatoes, and homemade desserts were highlights, as of course was the delicious fried chicken done with on-site fryers by John Olson.

Organizers said at last year's event they served 338 meals, so this year's turnout was quite impressive.

Pictures and information by Phil Bertoni

St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elkhart

A large crowd enjoys the meal in the church basement.

 

The outdoor chicken fryer was across the street from the church. Included in the photo above are chicken fryers John Olson, Phil Koeberlein and their crew.

The Rev. Jeffrey Laible and the Rev. Glenn Fontana enjoy visiting with guests as they dine.