Parade Grand Marshal: Debbie Hendricks
Ladies and gentlemen, it is with great honor that we announce Debbie Hendricks as the Grand Marshal of this year's parade! Debbie has been a cherished member of Immanuel for many years, contributing her time and talents in numerous ways. From her dedication to teaching Sunday school for three decades, to her leadership in Women's Ministries, and her involvement in various other groups and activities, Debbie has touched the lives of many and enriched our community with her passion for serving others.
Debbie Hendricks grew up in Croydon, Pennsylvania, a little town outside of Philadelphia. She attended St Luke's Lutheran School through 6th grade. After graduation, she went to work for an insurance company in Center City, Philadelphia, where she met her husband Steve. In 1978, Steve took a job with McDonnell Douglas and they moved to St. Peters. They became members of Immanuel Lutheran in early 1979. They have two children, Steve Jr. and Amy, who both attended Immanuel, and then Lutheran High School.
Debbie became a fixture of Immanuel by teaching 6th Grade Sunday School for 30 years and was involved in Bible studies. After retiring in 2008, she took the volunteer position as leader in Women's Ministries. Debbie has a love for studying God's Word and helping women grow in their relationships with Jesus and other women. Currently, she leads Tuesday evening Bible study, Thursday morning Hungry Hearts Bible study, and Sunday morning Bible study. Even with all of those commitments, she also serves with Naomi Circle of Friends and Christ's Casserole Crew.
Join us in celebrating Debbie Hendricks as she leads our parade this year, embodying the spirit of compassion and dedication to Immanuel Lutheran Church and School.
Parade & Picnic Info
Our church and school parade and picnic will be Saturday, May 4 starting at 10:00 a.m. at Immanuel. The parade will depart Immanuel at 10:00 am, move north on 6th Street, right on Kingshighway, then left on W. Randolph and end at Blanchette Park (see below for parade route). The opening ceremony will begin after we arrive at the park—at approximately 10:30 a.m. The picnic will then take place at Blanchette Park with games, activities for kids and food! Our parade and picnic is open to our community, family and friends - feel free to invite others!
The theme for this year’s event is: “Growing in Christ - for 175 Years!” We will again honor all Veterans with a chauffeured ride. If you have a convertible and are willing to drive a staff member, or you have a group (sports team, group or club, etc) that would like to participate in the parade, please call the church office.
Picnic Activity Wristbands
Wristbands will be sold (in lieu of tickets) for kid's picnic activities such as bouncy houses, slides and more (food, beverage, and the Cake Walk are not included.)
NEW THIS YEAR! You must complete an electronic waiver. See waiver below, please complete before purchasing a wristband for your child. You must complete a waiver for each child.
Volunteer at the Picnic!
Help make our picnic great by volunteering to serve food and drinks and supervise activities and games.
Donate a Dessert!
Donate Desserts (Pies, Cakes, Cookies, Brownies, Cup Cakes, Rice Krispy Treats, etc). Everyone loves homemade desserts, but we'll graciously accept store bought.
Items Needed for Country Store at Picnic
