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Londesborough welcomes two new families
PEOPLE AROUND
LONDESBORO
By BRENDA
RADFORD
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Congratulations from the village
are extended to Betty Hulley who is
celebrating her 85th birthday this
month. The family gathered to help
her mark this milestone.
Real estate seemed to be a hot
commodity in Londesborough again
this summer, which is good for the
village and also the school.
Laura Lyon's former home on
Main Street has new owners. This
house has been home to a variety of
folk since Laura's passing, a
succession of Bergsmas, for
example. Kyle Machan and Kelsy
Innis found it to their liking and took
up residency this month.
Thomas and Lora Baldwin have
moved into the former United
Church manse across from the
school. They come from the Essex
area where Tom farmed and are
enjoying some down-time as they
settle in.
Taking a break between games
The Blyth Senior Softball team draws talent from all over the county, including a number of
players from the Londesborough area. Recently the team finished its season with a win at the
55+ Southwest Regional Games last week. Clockwise from top -left are Jamie Scott, David
Sleightholm, Ken Scott, Bruce Sheardown and Rob Shaddick. (Photo submitted)
UCW service marks anniversary
Christianity has been described as
a conversation; a conversation that
began 2,000 years ago about hope,
love and faith. Christians have
offered knowledge, wisdom,
strength and gentleness to others in
God's name. Women have been part
of that conversation right from the
beginning, responding to the needs
of others in their own particular way.
In 1962, women of the United
Church of Canada formed their own
organization: United Church
Women.
On May 28, women of
Londesborough United Church
celebrated the 55 years of the UCW
by leading the morning worship
service. The service celebrated the
Spirit that has always called
Christians to respond. That Spirit
continues to call women to new
adventures in an ever-changing
world and church. The Bible is full
of stories about women who were
led by the Spirit to work and worship
for their faith in creative, innovative
and ground -breaking ways.
The women leading the service
that morning called for Christians to
celebrate the Spirit with joy and
thanksgiving. God's Spirit brings
peace in the midst of noisy busy
lives. Supporting scripture passages
for this message were Isaiah 61: 1-4,
8-11 and 1 Cor. 12: 1-11.
UCW members have a mission
statement and ladies of the
Londesborough group brought
forward symbols of their work
regarding that statement. A Bible
represented the scriptures that form
the basis of their faith; United
Church publications symbolized
their commitment to justice,
wholeness and peace in the world.
The logo of the Mission and Service
fund reinforced the monetary help
the group offers to the world.
Londesborough UCW works to
make their church building a
welcoming and spirit -filled place for
all and was represented by a picture
of their building. A cup and saucer, a
basket of treats and a cheery card
signified the hospitality of the group.
A question mark superimposed on a
cross told everyone that, although the
future can be uncertain, the Spirit
will lead them. Lastly a flame was
the symbol of that Spirit.
During the children's time at the
front, Crystal Whyte talked with the
boys and girls about the various
ways the Londesborough UCW
helps their church at home and in the
broader world. A ladies choir shared
their musical talents with
congregants. On display was a quilt
embroidered by the explorer group
of 1987-88 and quilted by the UCW
and sold as a fundraiser for the
explorers. Prior to the service a
video display of pictures of UCW
work and events was presented by
Traci and Shelby Radford.
As befits an anniversary
celebration, a time of fellowship
followed the service and cake and
ice cream were served.
Helping out
The Blyth Lions, Legion and Legion Ladies Auxiliary hosted two special fundraising breakfasts
on Saturday and Sunday at Memorial Hall to benefit Colton Smith who is suffering from an
unidentified condition. Shown is Jim Anderson and his grandchildren being served by Lions
President Ken Stewart and Legion member (and grandma) Marg Anderson. (Quinn Talbot photo)
Unfortunately when there are new
residents it means we have lost some
as well. Bill Armstrong decided last
winter that he would like to be closer
to his work in Stratford.
Consequently he sold his house and
has moved to the Bornholm area.
Welcome to the new folk. We hope
you will enjoy the quiet pace of our
little village. I trust villagers will
make you feel welcome here. Good
luck to Bill in his new location.
A note of interest to long-time
residents of the area. During the last
week of July descendants of Don
and Dorothy McLean visited the
area for a reunion. The McLean
family came to a farm on Dutch Line
from the west and attended
Londesborough United Church.
Apparently the children were
baptized by Rev. White. The
children attended the Summerhill
school. Eventually the family moved
into Clinton. The two surviving
boys, Roy and Tom, were interested
in visiting the church and members
of the congregation were happy to
oblige. It was a happy reunion for
church folk and the McLean clan —
about 20 persons.
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