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Exchange Club presents Mayor’s Breakfast Fellowship on Thursday, May 2 – Community Invited

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The Exchange Club of Hilo invites the community to celebrate the National Day of Prayer by attending the 26thAnnual Mayor’s Breakfast Fellowship on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at 6:30 a.m. at the ‘Imiloa Sky Garden Restaurant.

This event dates back to 1993, when then-Mayor Stephen Yamashiro together with the Reverend Richard Uejo worked with local religious leaders to organize an interfaith prayer breakfast for the community.

Speaking of this year’s theme, “We Support our Troops, Local Governments and Our First Responders,” event chairman Frank Lafita said that there is no greater good than serving your fellow man.

“The Exchange Club recognizes those who serve and protect our communities and our country,” Lafita said. The Exchange Club is built upon Americanism, community activities, youth activities and the prevention of child abuse. The national organization’s goal is to spark the spirit of community service throughout the nation.

This year’s event provides a prayer by Pastor Sheldon Lacsina of New Hope Hilo.  Mayor Harry Kim will be the featured guest speaker.

The program will also include a history talk by Romy Saquing, musical prayers by Brian Tina and Melissa Isidro, and musical entertainment by Larry Dupio.

Donations for this event are $20.  Breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pastries, rice, muffins, fruit juice, coffee and tea.

For tickets or further information, please contact Frank Lafita at 987-9382. Tickets will also be available at the door.

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