How to Hold a Christian Ice Cream Social

A Christian ice cream social is a wonderful way to enjoy time together, fellowship and is an opportune time to invite friends. Plan a fun filled night of sweets and indulgence with home made or store bought ice cream in all wonderful flavors, adding toppings or creating a delicious masterpiece.

Things You'll Need

• Bowls
• Ice cream scoops
• Cones
• Spoons
• Straws
• Ice cream
• Toppings
• Root beer
• Napkins
• Beverages

Instructions

1. Establish agenda plans. Set date, time and location. An ice cream social is a great way to simply get together, celebrate a cause, play games like ping pong or pool, or as a concert.

2. Chose a location that is fun but convenient for guests. Try locations like the church gym, rec room or parking lot, or at a park.

3. Create a unique theme. Host a 50's Ice cream social, summer cool down or a BYOT (Bring Your Own Topping) get together.

4. Add decorations or props to make your theme come to life. If you are hosting a 50's social, add decorations like vinyl records, poodle skirts and juke boxes.

5. Plan a decorative menu of ice cream, flavors, root beer floats and toppings. Encourage guests to bring their own favorite topping to share with everyone.

6. Spread the word and invite the church to devour in the fun. Advertise in the church bulletin, on the web, distribute flyers in surrounding neighborhoods and encourage church members to invite friends.

7. During the week of the social, gather supplies from the dollar or grocery store, plan food layout and location set up.

8. On the day of, set up tables and chairs and prepare food tables, decorations and all final details.

9. Enjoy! Lavish yourself in ice cream and your favorite toppings and be encouraged with fun, fellowship and time together.