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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2017-04-20, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2017. PAGE 3. United Church drive-thru lunch, supper set for May 4 From Marilyn's Desk By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318 Greeting worshippers at Blyth United Church on Easter Sunday were Terry Richmond and Marilyn Craig. Ushering were Laurie Sparling, Nancy Hakkers, Brenda Brooks and Donna Moore. Marilyn Scott was organist and Katie Dockstader, choir director. Rory Bromley ran the Power Point. Emily Phillips welcomed everyone to church. The deep purple hydrangea at the front was placed in memory of Don Craig, David and Annie Craig and Charlie and Winnie Johnston by Marilyn and family. The scripture reading was from Matthew 28:1-10. The story of the women coming to Jesus' grave and finding He was not there. The first hymn "Jesus Christ is Risen" was sung. Emily reminded everyone that Mary Ross will be here next Sunday, Dynamic Duo The Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association held its year-end banquet and awards presentation at the Brussels, Morris and Grey Community Centre last week, recognizing the efforts of coaches, teams and players. The Dynamic Duo Memorial award, given in honour of John Bokhout and Blake Hesselwood to two Midget hockey players demonstrating co- operation and love of the game was presented to Drew Van Wyk, absent, and Nick McArter. From left, coach Doug McArter, Nick McArter and Coach Drew Allen. (Dennyscottphoto) Seniors to meet April 26 Happy birthday to Nancy McInnes, Glencoe and Gayle Poore, who celebrate April 21; Paul Craig, Waterloo and Sheila Moore, April 22; Sandra DeCorte, Zurich, April 2 and Tanner Brooks, April 24. Have a happy birthday everyone. The Blyth Swinging Seniors will meet at the Blyth Legion Hall for their monthly meeting and potluck lunch on Wednesday, April 26 at noon. Come out and enjoy the fun and fellowship. Book Your Ad Now for the 2017 IPM Issue 35,000 copies in total Call The Citizen 519-523-4792 or contact sales representatives Brenda Nyveld & Heather Fraser e-mail: ads@northhuron.on.ca HURON Spring Leaf & Waste Collection �r Beginning Monday, April 24th, the Township of North Hu •n will begin it's annual spring collection of leaves and yard waste. Collection will be completed on the following dates: Monday, April 24 Monday, May 8 Tuesday, May 23 Acceptable Materials Unacceptable Materials Grass, plant material (soil removed), leaves, branches and twigs placed in a paper organic yard waste bag weighing less than 20.5 (45 lbs) Any leaf and yard waste material set out in a plastic bag weighing more than 20.5 kg (45 lbs.). Branches, twigs and cuttings that are tied in secure bundles that are less than 1.5 m. (5 ft.) in length and 0.6 m. (2 ft.) in diameter. Any leaf and yard waste material contaminated with household waste or non -leaf and yard waste such as green bin organics. Individual branches that are less than 10 cm. (4 in.) in diameter Any bag that contains sod, soil, rocks, stumps, root balls or stones. All Material should be placed at the curb in paper organic yard waste bags before 7:00 a.m. on the collection date. Any yard waste left at the curb after the Final pickup date will be subject to a mini- mum charge of $50.00 for pick up. Leaves and yard waste may also be dropped off free of charge at the Wingham Landfill which is located at 39601 Reid Road during regular operating hours. Space provided through a partnership between Industry and Ontario Municipalities to support waste diversion programs. April 23rd for the children. She also reminded everyone that on April 30th both Blyth and Brussels congregation will join together to say goodbye to Rev. Gary Clark as it will be his final Sunday. There is a lunch planned following the service. She also reminded everyone of the drive-thru lunch and supper on Thursday, May 4. If you wish to order call Donna Moore at 519-523- 9855 and your meal will be ready for pick-up at the front door of the church. Sharon Bromley thanked everyone on behalf of the catering committee for their help at the catering on Thursday night especially the younger group that helped return the items back to the church. Emily lit the Christ candle on the altar table. The choir sang the anthem "Morning Has Broken". The prayer of approach was said responsively. The next hymn, "Lord Prepare Me" was sung. The message to the congregation was "Easter Idol". Those taking part in the play were Reid Button as narrator, the idols were Easter Bunny, Shara Hallahan; Easter Egg, Rick Elliott; Butterfly, Rev. Gary, and Jesus was portrayed by Grace Hallahan. The contestant was Braidon Abell-Rinn. The contestant could ask each idol three questions to find out which one was Jesus. The contestant was wrong the first three times. The purpose of the skit was to remind us that Easter is just the beginning. The next hymn was "Welcome Happy Morning". Rev. Clark invited those transferring their church membership to Blyth United FROM BLYTH to stand and repeat their pledge and to join with the congregation in their pledge. The offering was received followed by the offertory response "Grant Us God the Grace", the offertory prayer, the prayers for the people, silent prayers and the singing of the Lord's Prayer. The last hymn "Thine is the Glory" was sung followed by the benediction and the response "Because He Lives". Everyone was invited for coffee, treats and fellowship. Motorcycle Jackets Bainton's Old Mill Downtown Blyth 519-523-4740 gaae i 71eue , dd t Let everyone know about your new bundle of joy! The Citizen 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 Later you will understand! ("Every Day!" Author unknown, 1872) "You do not realize now what I am doing --but later you will understand." John 13:7 Peter could not apprehend the design of our Lord in washing the disciples' feet, and impatiently expressed his surprise, "You shall never wash my feet!" Our gracious Saviour in effect replied, "Wait a little, Peter --and you will see the reason for My doing so. You do not realize now what I am doing --but later you will understand." How often are we impatient when we cannot at once see the design of the Lord's dealings with us. Sometimes, when events run contrary to our desires and expectations --we are ready, like Jacob, to say, "All these things are against me!" While in reality, none of them are against us --but all are, in a wonderful way, working together for our good. Oh for more confidence in Him who, in infinite wisdom, is so ordering the circumstances of our lives as to promote our spiritual welfare here -- and our eternal advantage in the world to come. Even in the present life, the Lord sometimes shows us the meaning of His past dealings with us, and convinces us that when He was leading us in a rough path --He was leading us by the right way towards the city of habitation. "Blind unbelief is sure to err, And scan His work in vain! God is His own interpreter, And He will make it plain!" A Grace Gem Submitted by: Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-291-1956