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Church again at a crossroads
Listening to the scripture passages
and the message delivered by
members of the Londesborough
UCW made one realize that the
more things change the more they
stay the same.
During the first century of the
Christian church, the Apostle Paul
was preaching to small groups of
followers and, on more then one
occasion, was imprisoned for his
teachings. His letter to his friend,
Timothy, another Christian teacher,
2 Timothy 1:1-14, arrived at a
turbulent time for Timothy’s church.
Paul’s letter from prison was meant
to revive the flame of faith in that
congregation.
Seems that church, like so many
others of the time, was struggling
with keeping members young and
old faithful and committed; etc. in a
time of tension and confusion.
Sound familiar? Today’s
congregations are struggling with
the same issues.
During this past year as President
of London Conference, Jeff
Crittenden, found himself visiting
and helping churches that were in
transition, struggling with faith
issues and some that were closing.
The service presented at
Londesborough United Church on
Sunday, June 7 included stories of
faith he learned during that year. The
theme for Jeff’s year was “At the
Crossroads”. Today’s churches, like
the early churches, are at a
crossroads of faith because being a
disciple of Christ is not easy in
a world that is often messy,
complicated and confusing.
As well as being encouraging,
Paul’s letter contained one line that
is/was important to Christians of all
ages, “rekindle the Flame that is
within you – the flame of faith that
nurtures and supports; the grace of
God that nourishes and loves you
and the hope that is within each of
us; the faith tradition that has been
passed through the ages.”
If Paul could remain true and
optimistic despite his troubles,
today’s Christians can continue to
love and serve, welcome and care,
meeting God at the crossroads of our
lives and passing on faith.
Taking part in the service were
Ann Adams, Lynda Horbanuik,
Laura Scott, Joan Whyte and Brenda
Radford.
Catherine Allen spent time with
the children gathered at the front.
From the bag she had packed
children drew out a bathroom scale,
a measuring cup, measuring spoons,
a watch, a yardstick and a points
card. The children realized that all
the items were involved in
measuring aspects of our lives –
weight, food, distance and time. The
question was asked, What in our
lives cannot be measured? Love in
our lives overflows and cannot be
measured the children recognized.
Other scripture passages that
morning were Matthew 7: 24-29 and
Psalm 139. A singing duo, Laurel
Mitchell and Marjorie Duizer made
their debut during the service and
favoured congregants with two
numbers, “How Many Roads [Must
a Man Walk Down] and “I Have a
Dream”.
Next Sunday, June 14 will be
Sunday school Promotion and
Award Sunday. Everyone is invited
to stay for a potluck lunch following
the service.
The Londesborough UCW will
meet on Monday, June 15. Barb
Knox of Camp Menesetung will be
the guest speaker. Ladies are
encouraged to bring along items for
the camp as outlined in their wish
list, everything from craft supplies to
first aid items. All ladies of the
community are welcome to attend.
Anyone wishing to order the gift
bags of jars of spices from Epicure
Selections should talk to a UCW
member by June 15.
***
Mr. Ray Beisinger of RR 1,
Londesborough passed away in
May. There are villagers who are
affected by his passing. James
Mason, who lives in the apartment
above the old restaurant, is a
nephew; John Bernier is also a
nephew; Wayne Biesinger is a
brother.
The village expresses condolence
to these men and their families on
this loss.
And just as an FYI, the lower
apartment of the former restaurant is
occupied by Janet Szusz who many
of you will recognize from
Greyhaven Gardens.
One of Louis and Nancy
Greidanus’ daughters, Katrina and
her children, has moved into the
apartment above the former post
office. We will need to be vigilante
about that corner with three young
children in residence knowing how
carefree youngsters can be.
Remember, it takes a village to
raise a child – according to an old
adage.
The school year 2014-2015 is
quickly coming to a close and
the month of June seems filled
with year-end activities and
adventures.
The calendar shows trips to the
Hamilton Warplane Museum, the
Wawanosh Nature Centre, African
Lion Safari, Camp Kintail and Camp
Celtic. Add some swim lessons, a
primary track and field day and the
band performing at Canada’s
Wonderland and the days will be
full. So if you are in the school area,
be on the alert for buses coming and
going.
By BRENDA
RADFORD
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PULLLLL!
At the Jump Rope for Heart event held at Hullett Central
Public School last week, students had the chance to enjoy
the warm weather and play games including a tug-of-war.
Shown pulling their hardest are, from left: Evie Reid, Hailey
Wain, Dylan Cowan, Paige Ferguson, Cohen Lammerant,
Ryan Forbes, and Elizabeth Miller-Goddard. (Denny Scott
photo)