"A Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God

Looking ahead to October 11^th, we are excited for our Annual Alouettes Thanksgiving Supper at the Men's Mission! Every year, more than 300 homeless men are served a special turkey dinner at the shelter by none other than the Montreal Alouettes football players. It's a thrill for our patrons who have told us they look forward to it all year! They get to meet their sports heroes who inspire and encourage them!

Als players also glean from this tradition. Not only are they thankful for their own bounty, but they likewise get support and encouragement. Team Chaplain Tom Paul recalls one Thanksgiving when the players were feeling a little down after their loss to the BC Lions. Upon arrival at the Mission to serve dinner to the homeless, they were championed and lauded by the patrons for their effort. Players left inspired and refocused. Maybe that's why they keep winning championships!