Before  the children searched for the eggs hidden around the church and basement (the inclement weather prevented holding the egg hunt outside, unfortunately), they worked on a craft project.  Many parents and grandparents assisted.

Back at the tables, excited children emptied all their candy from the eggs.  And there was an extra bag of more candy given to all, thanks to the many donations from the congregation.

The older kids did a more challenging craft project:  colorful sequins were pinned onto a ribbon-trimmed styrofoam egg.  Gorgeous!  Thanks to all the mommies and grandmas who helped.

Janet Ott organized this year's Easter Party.   Thirty-two children (we hope that's the correct number -- it was hard to count them as they bounced around -- ha ha) had a really good time.  Janet planned age-appropriate craft projects and assigned other tasks to willing helpers. 

Oops, Sorry about the sideways picture!  The paper lilies are actually outlines of hands folded over and stapled on the wood cross.   The cross was placed at the altar, around which palm leaves were placed. 

Seth chats with Mary and Brad Johnson as son Andrew checks out something interesting .... hmmmmm

Sarah Barker chats with Tom Combs. 

Lloyd Lee calls out numbers 1 through 32.  Those who found a numbered egg waited their turn to pick a prize from the tables.  Loretta helps her granddaughter pick out something.  By the way, Loretta led a time of singing at the conclusion of the party while the children waited for their cue to lead the processional with their palms.  Thank you Loretta, Lloyd, and everyone who helped.