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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2016-10-06, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2016. PAGE 3. Elliott honoured at Memory Garden, Friends event Approximately 30 people attended the 14th Annual Memory Garden Service on Sunday, Sept. 18. The day was sunny with a light breeze as those in attendance listened to Deb Siertsema and Darlene VanderVeen sing three beautiful songs. Pastor Gary van Leeuwen's message from the Christian Reformed Church in Blyth was "Stories". He talked about the stories of our loved one who have passed Starting the conference off The Rural Talks to Rural (R2R) conference was held in Blyth last week. Opening ceremonies were held in a tent at the Blyth and District Community Centre and featured guest speakers such as Central Huron Mayor Jim Ginn, shown above, and University of Guelph Professor Wayne Caldwell, not shown. (Denny Scott photo) Church fall supper scheduled From Marilyn's Desk By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318 Greeting worshippers at Blyth United Church on World Wide Communion Sunday, Oct. 2 were Deb Hakkers and Marilyn Craig. Ushering were Nicole Kerr, Brenda Brooks and Andrew Wharton. Connor Brooks ran the power point. John McDowell welcomed everyone to church and drew attention to the announcements printed in the bulletin. Special mention was that the Fall Supper is on Oct. 22. Meat pies are being made in October and November. Call Donna Moore to order. John lit the Christ Candle on the altar table. The opening prayer "All Who Are Thirsty" was sung. John invited everyone to greet one another. The hymn "All Things Bright and Beautiful" was sung. The choir sang the anthem "This Little Light of Mine" with the men singing one part and the women singing the other part. John asked if anyone had a favourite hymn. The children went downstairs for their time of fellowship. The offering was received followed by the offertory response and the offertory prayer. Rev. Gary Clark asked the servers, Gwen Papple, Mary Lou Stewart, Donna Moore and Emily Phillips to come forward to serve the congregation Communion. Rev. Clark's message to the congregation was "Joseph Saves the Day and His Brothers Come Clean." When we read the scriptures, we find God is with us. The story of Joseph and his brothers tells us that Joseph thought he could make his brothers love him but instead they sold him into slavery. Joseph became a person with special skills. Joseph was put in charge of giving out the grain. His brothers were sent to Egypt to buy grain to feed the families. Joseph recognized his brothers but they didn't recognize him. Joseph put their money back in the sacks of grain and when they came back for more grain he asked that they leave their younger brother with him but they said no, they could not do that. They told him they had sold a younger brother before. Joseph knew they had changed so he told them that he was that brother. It is possible to change with God's help. God wants us to be the best we can be so that we can change on the inside but stay the same on the outside. The last hymn "You Shall Go Out" was sung followed by the benediction and the response "Go Now in Peace." Rev. Clark said grace and everyone went downstairs for a delicious lasagna and dessert lunch. Legion lunch date now set Happy birthday to Jeffery Walden who celebrates Oct. 9. Winners of the Sept. 27 shoot party were: first, Dorothy Carter; second, Joann MacDonald; third, Edith Walker; most shoots, Mae Ritchie. Shoot is played the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at Trinity Anglican Church, Blyth. Come out and enjoy the fun and fellowship. Next shoot party is on Oct. 11. Don't forget the Legion Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Legion Hall in Blyth. Indoor Walking for Seniors Come join us! First session Oct. 11 Free sessions Walk at your own pace Sign out a free pedometer Blyth Arena Monday to Friday 1-3 p.m. Stay healthy, walk with a friend, even in bad weather =care Home & Community Support Services Take our pedometer challenge .J10 Township of North Huron HURON BLYTH COMMUNITY CENTRE AND GROUNDS USER GROUPS PUBLIC MEETING: Location: Blyth Community Centre Hall Date: Thursday, October 13, 2016 Time: 7:00 — 8:00 p.m. The Blyth Arena Board has dissolved and in lieu of this organization representing the facility users of the Blyth and District Community Centre, the Township of North Huron will be hosting two meetings per year to hear feedback and ideas from our facility users. WINGHAM AIRPORT COMMITTEE MEETINGS: Location: Richard W. LeVan Airport (Wingham) Dates: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Tuesday, November 25, 2016 Time: 7:00 p.m. and keeping these stories alive for future generations. He shared stories from his family and asked others to share memories. Just as one generation plants a tree or flower, so the next generation can enjoy the shade and beauty. Planting trees and perennials is a permanent way to recognize a loved one and at the same time give back to the earth. Brock Vodden brought greetings from North Huron and spoke of remembering our ancestors. A special presentation was made to Bev Elliott. Bev had the inspiration of creating a Memory Garden. This present garden was a bare lot with many people helping with the digging. Clearly, Bev had a plan for a garden with trees and flowers and with her guidance, this garden became a reality for villagers and visitors to enjoy today. Thank you to her husband, John, who she counted on to help with the heavy work. Bev is stepping back after 15 years of volunteering and letting the newly -formed Friends of the Village of Blyth, tend to the planting and weeding in the Memory Garden. To thank Bev, a bird bath and globe pedestal were dedicated in the garden to honour her by the committee for following her dreams. Pastor Gary closed in prayer and many stories were told as everyone enjoyed fellowship and refreshments. FROM BLYTH As the Memory Garden survives totally on donations, donation cards are available at Falconer Funeral Homes in Clinton and Blyth, or by contacting Bev Elliott at 519-523- 4323 for more information. All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible. Let us Wash Your Winter Coats Blyth Laundromat 191 Westmoreland St., Blyth 519-523-9687 r 0 =eland St., Bl YOU'RE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR CADETS Who: Boys grade 4-8 Where: Former Blyth Public School (Program hosted by Blyth Christian Reformed Church, Blyth, ON.) When: Wednesdays 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm beginning September 28, 2016 until April, 2017 Cost: $30.00 plus $20 for shirt What: Badge work (skill and knowledge development), Faith development, Games, Special Events: Snow Derby, Cadet 0 Rama and Much More! For info contact: Jim Shortreed (Head Counsellor) at 519-523-4903 or vjshortreed@tcc.on.ca You're welcome to bring along Friends Here is a prohibition and an admonition ("Every Day!" Author unknown, 1872) "I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God --this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not be conformed to this world; but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." Romans 12:2 Here is aprohibition and an admonition. 0 Lord, give me grace to avoid what You forbid --and to do what you enjoy. Enable me to avoid compliance with those customs and ways of the world which are contrary to Your will. While in the world --let me not be of it. Give me grace to come out and to be separate from its ungodly principles and sinful pleasures. Transform me by the renewal of my mind. Deliver me from pride, from selfishness, and vain -glory. Afford me a continual supply of the grace of Christ. Impress His image on me --and help me to tread in His steps. Let it plainly appear that I am not of the world --even as He was not of the world. John 17:16 0 Lord, work in me to will and to act according to Your good pleasure. "Therefore come out from them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you. I will be a Father to you --and you will be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty." 2 Corinthians 6:17-18 A Grace Gem Submitted by: Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-291-1956