Special to Iredell Free News

Horizon Church will host its annual Soup-er Bowl Sunday Soup & Chili Cookoff following the 10 a.m. service on Sunday, February 11.

The public is invited to attend service, and all are welcome to participate in the cookoff.

“The Super Bowl is on nearly everyone’s calendar, and for most people it is an exciting cultural and community affair,” said Jason Bost, co-pastor at Horizon Church. “Horizon is a church that wants to be engaged in whatever is on the minds of the community, and we are using this somewhat unconventional event to do just that! Our goal is to enjoy some good food and fellowship while showing everyone the love of Christ through this event and the other ministries of Horizon Church.”

To enter the cookoff, bring a crockpot of your soup or chili to the morning service. All in attendance will get a ticket to use to vote for their favorite entry. Local businesses and vendors have donated prizes to be awarded to the winner.

“Our Horizon Church tagline is ‘a place for new beginnings.’ Hopefully this event will attract some folks who don’t normally go to church, but may be open to attending an event like this,” said Charles Williams, co-pastor at Horizon Church.

Horizon Church is a non-denominational church located at 316 Signal Hill Drive in Statesville. Worship times are Sundays at 10 a.m. and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Services are casual with contemporary music and messages relevant to everyday living. The church website is www.horizonchurch.net and the phone number is (704) 873-5250.