🌾 Announcement for Sunday, November 2, 2025 - The Story of the Five Kernels of Corn – A Season of Gratitude and Reflection

As we enter the month of November—a season of thanksgiving and reflection—we are reminded of a simple yet profound story that traces its roots back to the earliest days of our nation. The Five Kernels of Corn story serves as a timeless symbol of gratitude and divine provision.

When the Pilgrims first came to the New World, they faced a brutal winter of hunger, sickness, and loss. Food became so scarce that, at one point, their daily ration was said to be no more than five kernels of corn per person. Yet, through prayer, perseverance, and unwavering faith in God’s goodness, they survived. When harvest time came again, their hearts overflowed with gratitude—not for abundance alone, but for the faithful hand of God that had sustained them through their trials.

To commemorate God’s provision, the Pilgrims placed five kernels of corn upon each plate at their Thanksgiving feast. Each kernel represented a precious truth: God’s love, His provision, the blessings of friends and family, the freedom they cherished, and the faith that sustained them.

Throughout this month, we will revisit this beautiful tradition through a five-part message series—each Sunday focusing on one of the kernels. Together, we will uncover how these simple kernels still speak to our hearts today, reminding us to give thanks not merely for what we have, but for who God is and what He continues to do in our lives.

Please join us this Sunday, November 2nd, for the first message in the series as we begin this journey of gratitude and rediscover the blessings that flow from a thankful heart.

So, I say to you, “May the Lord strengthen your faith and use it for His glory, as you walk humbly in His presence.”

– Brother Jesse

Co-founder & Sr. Chaplain, SFIHG Ministries