Friends Dinner
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
at the Fox Club (WI Timber Rattlers) in Appleton
The FVL Friends Dinner is a celebration of the partnership of the FVL family. Today, our FVL family includes over 8,000 graduates, a Federation of churches with over 20,000 members, and countless supporters and donors who love our high school. Our annual Friends Dinner Program features inspiring stories from FVL's ministry and the announcement of our annual Heart of a Servant recipients.
Reservations are closed for the 2024 event.
October 9, 2024
- Doors open at 5:00 PM
- The Fox Club (WI Timber Rattlers stadium) in Appleton
2400 N Casaloma Dr,
Appleton, WI 54913 - Limited seating
- September 23 reservation deadline
- Suggested attire is business casual.
Meal Options
All meals include fresh garden salad, and freshly baked rolls.
Haddock and Chicken also include chef's choice vegetables, and garlic smashed potatoes.
Indicate your meal choice when you RSVP.
- Mediterranean Haddock
Baked haddock filet topped with fennel, grape tomato, garlic and onions, sautéed with butter and lemon juice. Finished with fresh basil. - Caprese Chicken
Boneless grilled chicken breast topped with homemade tomato bruschetta. Finished with a mozzarella blend. - Pasta Primavera (Vegan)
Sautéed veggies tossed in a red pasta sauce and olive oil, served over egg-free bowtie pasta.
Questions?
Heart of a Servant Recognition
Since 2006, FVL has been recognizing individuals who dedicate extraordinary time, treasure and/or testimony to FVL's teen ministry. Recipients have been faithful members of committees and boards, have influenced those considering attending FVL, or have volunteered or made donations that have greatly benefited our high school's Christian mission.
Heart of a Servant - Today's Leader
- 2023 - John and Susan Gossens
- 2022 - "Butch" and Marny Prillwitz
- 2021 - Brian Zuberbier
- 2020 - Gary Vanden Heuvel
- 2019 - Hon. Harold Froehlich
- 2018 - Tori L. Kluess
- 2017 - Ronald O. Zahn
- 2016 - Phil & Sharon Zuberbier
- 2015 - John & Sandy Wiley
- 2014 - Dave Buss
- 2013 - Dr. Jon & Pam Cherney
- 2012 - Wayne & Candi Springstroh
- 2011 - Elmer Geiger
- 2010 - Gale & Marion Meartz
- 2009 - Dave & Jeanette Wierer
- 2008 - Herb Krueger
- 2007 - Milly Romberg
- 2006 - Earl Lecker
Heart of a Servant - Called Worker
This category honors current or former Federation pastors, principals, or teachers for their dedication and support of FVL's ministry. (NOTE: FVLHS teachers or leaders are honored by the school through the annual Trout Educator Award.)
- 2023 - Rev. Ron Ash
- 2022 - Kenneth & Joann Kasten
- 2021 - Rev. Dennis Belter
- 2020 - Phil Punzel
- 2019 - Jim Groth
- 2018 - Rev. John Brandt
- 2017 - Richard Huebner
- 2016 - Rev. Douglas Engelbrecht
Heart of a Servant - Leader of the Past
This category honors Federation members who have passed on to be with Jesus and whose life and actions supported FVL's teen ministry in important ways.
- 2023 - Earl Semrow
- 2022 - William & Anne Lemke
- 2021 - Charles Luehring
- 2020 - Jerry Schuette
- 2019 - Dr. Ken Johnson
- 2018 - Arlene & Arlen Drews
- 2017 - Jeanne & Spencer Payne
- 2016 - Art Stark
