CANADA—About 50 members of the Milton congregation of the Philadelphia Church of God gathered for a family picnic on June 26 at Campbellville Ballpark in Milton.

“The location was very nice and centrally located,” member Susan Wagner said. “It really brought everyone together.”

The event kicked off with a barbeque and potluck lunch.

Afterward, players of all ages went out to the softball diamond. Following the singing of the Canadian national anthem and the umpire’s call to “play ball,” the game began. Before the bottom of the fourth inning, the players paused to sing “Take Me Out To the Ball Game.” After seven innings, the game ended in a 9-9 tie.

Children also played on a playground, and members played croquet, bocce ball and horseshoes.

“This year’s family picnic, my first as a church member, was a truly enjoyable experience,” said Patrick Bown. “It really emphasized the unity, harmony, cooperation and togetherness in the pcg family.”