A Walk in the Park (#17)

What a beautiful day in the park! The sun was shining, fluffy white clouds dotted the sky, and the temperature hovered perfectly in the mid-70s – what more could you want? Well, today, we got even more!

Alongside Joe Sardo and Stephanie Peters, park volunteers gathered to celebrate the Community Betterment Award recently presented to Praise Assembly by the North Springfield Betterment Association (NSBA). The group posed for a picture around a sign donated by the organization to commemorate this honor.

The award recognizes businesses and organizations that have significantly contributed to the improvement of North Springfield, whether through enhancing commercial property or by introducing new businesses to the area. Praise Assembly received the award in recognition of the development of Northeast Community Park, underscoring the church’s dedication to fostering community growth in the area.

As a park volunteer, it was a joy to be present when the award was presented earlier this month and again today for the group photo with the sign. Watching the park transform from a simple field behind the church into a recognized centerpiece of the community has been truly rewarding, and I’m proud to be part of this ongoing journey.

If you are interested in joining the park team (and hanging out with some great people), contact Joe Sardo at Praise Assembly. You don’t have to be a church member to be on the team – we’d love to have you!