Thanksgiving Prep with Cathy Cooper: Hospitality, Faith, and Family
Description
Join us on this special episode of ‘Connecting the Diocese’ as we prepare for Thanksgiving with Cathy Cooper, the coordinator of hospitality and food services for the Diocese of La Crosse. Cathy shares her wealth of experience in creating warm and welcoming environments, offering practical tips for planning meals, involving the whole family, and extending hospitality to guests. Learn her favorite Thanksgiving memories, get inspired by heartwarming stories, and discover new ways to make this holiday meaningful. We also reflect on the upcoming memorials of St. Elizabeth of Hungary and the presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Tune in to enhance your holiday preparations with insights on gratitude, community, and faith.
00:31 Meet Cathy Cooper: Coordinator of Hospitality
04:19 Thanksgiving Memories and Traditions
08:10 Cooking Tips and Family Involvement
12:29 Saints and Thanksgiving Reflections
13:54 Practical Thanksgiving Hosting Tips
22:19 Thanksgiving Meal Preparation
31:07 Overcoming Hosting Nerves
32:09 Thanksgiving Preparations and Tips
35:53 Balancing Tradition and New Recipes
37:41 Making Thanksgiving Healthier
39:19 Creative Leftover Ideas
42:29 Saint Cecilia’s Story
45:55 Welcoming Others on Thanksgiving
48:04 Creating a Warm, Faith-Filled Environment
53:20 The Power of Food in Bringing People Together
57:26 Thanksgiving Reflections and Gratitude
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