The Knox Jubilee was a series of events throughout 2001 celebrating Knox’ 50th Anniversary: “And you shall hallow the fiftieth year, and proclaim liberty throughout the land to all its inhabitants.”   -Leviticus 25:10

Saturday October 6, Sunday Oct 7, and Monday Oct 8:  What a Jubilee Weekend! The Lord shone upon us with His grace and provided a beautiful weekend for the event. People came from far and near with their children (of all ages) to renew acquaintances at Knox.

Saturday evening began with a reception which was followed by a delicious dinner of Cordon Bleu with all the trimmings and dessert of apple and pecan pies with a serving of frozen custard. Chef Mike Crotty was in the kitchen, so everything went smoothly there. Dorothy Jackson furnished all of the pies for the dessert and weren’t they delicious?

Well over l00 people were in attendence.The entertainment was directed by Bob Fuqua with Vanessa Kozmon offering musical accompaniment. The roving microphone captured different people as they talked about the history of Knox and these were interspersed with skits and songs.

World Communion was offered Sunday morning with special music by the choir, brass instruments and included several past choir members. A very enthusiastic Fellowship Hour followed the Worship Service. Later on the scene changed and the Fellowship Hall became a picnic-like scene with hamburgers and hot dogs, salads and desserts available. Once again there were over l00 attending the Worship Service and a good number stayed for the picnic.

The Ruth and Rebecca Circle ladies served up a scrumptious brunch Monday morning with hot foods and sausage, fruit plates, cheese plates and many kinds of breads and bagels.

I can’t begin to thank all that came, but we must realize that Knox has a “power” – if there is a job to be done – so many turn out with smiles on their faces and they go to work! It is most amazing! However, a special thank you to Karen and Ray Jones who worked manydays before and were there all three days of the Jubilee. And there were others that preached, cooked, did dishes, cleaned, made table decorations, served, put in a sound system, danced in the skits,sang, put up chairs and tables (many times) played their instruments – the list goes on and on. Many of those who returned to Knox for this event said what a good time they had and how nice it was to be back at Knox.

I do thank all of you for your support, you are the best!
~ Annette Bennett, Event Coordinator

Also please note: The exquisite Frozen Custard served at the Saturday evening dinner was purchased at the “Frozen Custard” stand near the corner of Annandale Road and Route 50. They are also 50 years in the business and many Knox families remember going to the little Art Deco Stand on a hot summers night for that special treat. They gave Knox a good price on the custard we ordered for the Jubilee. It was a taste of yesterday to those returning to the area for the event.

Virginia Korean Church Recognizes Knox 50th Year

The Virginia Korean Church recognized Knox’ 50th Birthday with a “letter of Appreciation” presented by the Reverend Jang Lee to Pastor Hale at the World Communion Worship on Sunday October 7th. The Virginia Korean Church is the fourth Korean Christian Church to share the Knox building since 1980.

You may view the entire letter by clicking the image on the right.