Marilyn Kelly named winner of Chili Cookoff hosted by Union Women at Work

Barry Byers Posted February 16, 2016 3:15pm Events

Image: Congratulations to Union Missionary Baptist Church 2016 Chili Cookoff 1st place winner Marilyn Kelley who modestly poses in front of the church. The event was hosted by the Union Women at Work (UWAW). — Congratulations to Union Missionary Baptist Church 2016 Chili Cookoff 1st place winner Marilyn Kelley who modestly poses in front of the church. The event was hosted by the Union Women at Work (UWAW). (Barry Byers)

Union Missionary Baptist Church of Italy and its congregation participated in the 2016 Chili Cookoff on Saturday hosted by the Union Women at Work (UWAW).

Marilyn Kelly’s chili dish was named the winner. Patricia Price was selected as the 2nd place finisher and Willie Young’s style of chili claimed the 3rd place spot.

Judging the cook off were Italy City Councilman Paul Cockerham along with Italy High School Cheerleader Kirby Nelson and Italy Gladiator basketball player Ryan Connor, with both youngsters being avid chili lovers.

“Judging was very difficult. All of the submissions were so delicious,” commented Judge Cockerham.

Reverend: Algua Issac
First Lady: Betty Isaac
UWAW President: Sister Vanessa McCallister
UWAW Vice President: Sister Patricia Price

“UWAW” would like to thank everyone who participated in the chili cookoff, the volunteer judges and to those who supported the event.

Weekly Service Calendar:

Sunday School	9:30 a.m.
Monday Worship	11:00 a.m.
Bible Study	Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.
Brotherhood	2nd and 4th Saturday @ 9:00 a.m.
Union Women at Work	2nd and 4th Saturday @ 9:00 a.m.

Address:

484 Derrs Chapel Rd, Italy, Texas 76651

Judging the 2016 UMBC Chili Cookoff were Italy City Councilman Paul Cockerham along with Italy High School Cheerleader Kirby Nelson and Italy Gladiator basketball player Ryan Connor. (Barry Byers)

Dorothy Anderson scoops her up some chili to try. (Barry Byers)

Richard Wilson goes in for a bowl of chili. (Barry Byers)

Robert and Kathy Hodge enjoyed the chili cookoff together. (Barry Byers)

After the judging, everyone settles in to sample the different types of chili. (Barry Byers)

James Isaac makes sure he gets all that good stuff at the bottom at the bowl. (Barry Byers)

Jade Simmons is ready for a second helping of chili! (Barry Byers)

Sondra Drummond is about to enjoy a bowl of chili with her fellow church goers. (Barry Byers)

Connie Singleton helps keep everybody well fed and having a good time. (Barry Byers)

Mostly, the cookoff was all about fellowship and perhaps a few laughs. (Barry Byers)

The event also allowed the elder members of the congregation, such as Charlie Ray Walton, Jr., pass on a bit of their wisdom to the next leaders of the community. (Barry Byers)

A.J. Isaac is enjoying the chili cookoff as he stares down another pot of chili to sample. (Barry Byers)

Mrs. Walton enjoyed socialization as much as she did the chili. (Barry Byers)

Dean Reese enjoys his first bowl of chili while studying his next pot of chili to taste. (Barry Byers)

Sister Patricia Price won 2nd place with her chili. (Barry Byers)

James Isaac & Pastor Al Isaac put the finishing touches on the chili cookoff. (Barry Byers)

Linda Kay ,Willie Fay Young and Connie Singleton just savored their chili samples while having a cup of fellowship on the side. (Barry Byers)

Meet Sister Betty Isaac, the First-Lady of the Union Missionary Baptist Church, who was delighted with togetherness the chili cookoff provided for the community. (Barry Byers)