I wouldn't pass up the chance to make my girls feel special and important. They love getting to pick out new outfits and get all dolled up," said Chris Martz when describing the Daddy-Daughter Dance offered annually at Freedom Life Church. "I just enjoy watching them get to cut loose and not have a care in the world. If they are having a blast, then I'm having a blast." 

"I enjoy the dance because it's a special time with my daughters," added Josh Kauffman. "I enjoy not only seeing my girls smile, laugh and have fun but (also) love seeing all the other men enjoying the special moment with their daughters. It's a blessing having a church that puts this on for men to connect in a special way with their daughters."

This year's "Enchanted" Daddy-Daughter Dance will be held on Friday, Feb. 21, at the church, located at 789 Gap Newport Pike, Atglen. The event will be hosted by the FL Kids Team, the church's youth group, and admission is free. Girls are welcome to attend the event with their fathers, grandfathers or uncles.

The doors will open at 6:30 p.m., and refreshments will be available, and guests will be encouraged to stop by the photo booth for a memento of the evening. The party will follow on the dance floor, which will be located in the church auditorium.

When fathers and daughters were asked their favorite part of the Daddy-Daughter Dance, many expressed similar feelings as Martz and Kauffman.

"(My favorite part is) dancing with my daughter, (Addison), and watching her have fun," said Herb Turk.

"I love to pick out a new dress and getting dressed up," said Addison. "I get to dance with my daddy and my friends, too."

 Julian Jenkins said he enjoys watching his daughters, Jaclyn and Joslyn, dance with their friends. "(When I asked what their favorite part of the dance was), Jaclyn and Joslyn said everything - from the decorations to the food, even the little trinkets," said Jenkins. "They absolutely love the photo ops with Dad, and food is (also) a big winner."

Steve Bowman said he also enjoys the food and "when they play nice songs for dads and daughters to dance." His daughter, Char, said her favorite part is the food and "getting to go out with Dad."

Jon Miller attends the dance with his daughter, Maddie, who was less than a year old at her first dance. "What I like the most is that even though Maddie is still considered a baby, my wife goes and picks out the prettiest dress for her and makes me wear a tie," he shared. "I also liked the interaction of having all the other men there. The girls are still able to go and dance, and for me, I'm able to socialize with other men who don't prefer to dance. But each year I look forward to taking Maddie to the dance; we know it will only get better the older she gets."

Kurt Manges said he enjoys the one-on-one time with his daughter, Selah. "It makes her feel special, and (I enjoy) the fellowship with the other dads," said Manges.

"I like the opportunity to have a daddy-daughter date more than just go out to dinner. An actual dance is cool," added Nate Woods. "I think the best part is having the opportunity to show my daughter how she should be courted when she becomes of age and allowed to date, which is 30 years old, by the way."

For more information about the Daddy-Daughter Dance and to preregister, visit http://www.freedom.life/upcoming-events. A link to register is also available at http://www.facebook.com/freedomlife.tv. Those with questions may email info@freedom.life or call 610-593-5959.