San Jose Methodist fish fry March 23

[March 09, 2012]  San Jose United Methodist Church, 600 S. First St., is having their annual fish fry on Friday, March 23, from 4 to 7 p.m. Dine in the church Fellowship Hall, and carryouts will be available.

Menu includes fresh, whole deep-fried catfish, potato casserole, baked beans, coleslaw, rye bread, homemade desserts and beverages. A limited supply of "chicken strips" will be available as an alternative to fish.

Tickets will be available at the door or may be purchased from church members.

Proceeds will benefit the children and youth programs, such as Bible School, camp scholarships and Bible Zone, an after-school ministry including a meal. An advanced children’s chime choir meets after Bible Zone. Also, Sunday school is year-round.

The weekly Bible Zone program meets on Wednesdays in October through March and includes a Bible story, music (including a beginning chime choir), games and exercises, arts and crafts, and a complete meal.

Check with the church office, 309-247-3232, if you have questions about any of these programs.