By Randy Carter
HAGERSVILLE—The Hagersville United Church’s first takeout lunch of 2026 came at the perfect time to warm up residents on a snowy day.
The Friday, January 16 lunch provided a bowl of chili (with meat or vegetarian), a bun, and a cookie for just $10. While pre-orders were requested for the takeout only event, walk-ins were never turned away and the Church Catering Committee expected to serve about 75 meals.
HAGERSVILLE—John McBride picks up his chili order with the assistance of (l-r) Beverly Petheram and Dianne Strohm. 
HAGERSVILLE—Glen Killians (left) picks up his order with assistance from Beverly Petheram (right) and Susan Mitchell during Hagersville United Church’s first takeout lunch of 2026 on Friday, January 16. 
HAGERSVILLE—The Catering Committee (l-r): Susan Mitchell, Jo-Ann Duns, Louanne Matthews, Dianne Strohm, Dale Vecero, and Beverly Petheram.
Except for the buns, the food was donated by local companies and all money raised will go back into the church.
This is the third year for these takeout meals, with each being a big hit. The church serves up a chili or soup lunch, all homemade, from January to April and again in October and November. Interested residents should also keep an eye out for details on the church’s High Tea in both May and November.
For details, follow Hagersville-Springvale United Pastoral Charge on Facebook, or visit hsupc.ca.
