More than 100 Fruitland Park city employees, city officials and business leaders were treated to lunch Thursday at Heritage Community Church by Bless Fruitland Park.
“We’re here to gather for fellowship and celebrate the Christmas season,” said Pastor Sidney Brock, a driving force behind Bless Fruitland Park, an effort focused on improving lives in the community.
Police officers, public works employees, firefighters and city commissioners were among those who lined up to feast on fried chicken, mashed potatoes and salad.
Brock said the event was aimed at celebrating the good work city employees do every day, making the community a better place to live.
Recently, Bless Fruitland Park presented a $16,366 check to Fruitland Park Elementary. While efforts are focused on the school, it is believed that by helping the children, good will spread throughout the community, Brock said.
