Ascension Church prepares 1,600 Thanksgiving dinners for families in need

Thanksgiving is a time for traditions like running a 5K, playing football with family and friends, or sharing time volunteering for charity.

Wednesday night, for the 17th year, people with ties to Minneapolis' north side will gather in the Ascension Church kitchen to prepare 1,600 Thanksgiving dinners for families in need.

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with an organizer of the effort, Jean Ceresier.

Click on the audio player above to hear their conversation.