Image Church hosts annual 5K benefit
{B Street Studios}
Emily Burris is met by cheers and high fives as she crosses the finish line after completing the 5K route along the Potomac River and through the trails at Leesylvania State Park.
Rainy conditions failed to dampen spirits as more than 100 runners, walkers and volunteers joined Image Church at the third annual Race 5K to benefit MANNA Worldwide on Saturday at Leesylvania State Park in Woodbridge.
The event raised funds to help feed needy children around the world while providing a day of fun, fellowship and exercise for the public.
The event featured a 5K run/walk along the Potomac River and through park trails, a fun run for the children and a finish line celebration with food and prizes. Image Church, 17650 Possum Point Road, Dumfries, launched the event in 2007 as a way to engage the local community while making an impact in communities around the world.
Local sponsors included MidAtlantic Contracting Inc., d3 Services, FastSigns of Springfield, Arbonne International Independent Consultant Connie Tolbert, 3-R Contracting, Woodbridge Sport & Health, B Street Studios, Air-Row Heating & A/C, VA Runner, The Jackson Clinics, Preventive Pest Control, Essential Wellness Massage and Panera Bread.
- Bennie Scarton Jr.
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