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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2015-07-02, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2015. Fletcher accepted into Ministry In May of 2014 Terry Fletcher, who had been a student minister in the pulpit at Londesborough United and Knox United in Auburn for five years, was accepted into the ministry of the United Church of Canada, London Conference and Huron/Perth Presbytery. On Sunday, June 28 the congregations of Londesborough and Auburn officially accepted him through a Covenanting Service led by Mary McIntosh at Londesborough United Church. On behalf of London Conference, Ken Hunking presented Terry with a certificate recognizing his talent and qualifications for religious knowledge and leadership. Rev. Fletcher was presented symbols of ministry. A Bible, the living word, and a loaf and a jug signifying Terry’s presence at the communion table were presented by Doug Trewartha. The ministry of music was represented with the offer of a hymn book by Barb Bosman. Shelley Worsell’s gift acknowledged continued growth as a faith community. Hospitality and fellowship were embodied in the coffee cup and muffin offered by Laura Scott. A small stuffed sheep signifying Terry’s pastoral care was presented by Darrell Bergsma. Terry’s message that morning, “Working Together” was supported by the Luke 5:1-11. In these verses, we learn how Jesus called Simon Peter to be a disciple. During His ministry Jesus had many followers who listened to His teachings from the hillsides and shores - spectators and listeners to His work. Jesus, who is all powerful, didn’t need disciples to help with arrangements, etc. He needed doers to help grow the church, to continue his work - the reason for calling disciples to travel with Him. Today the need is the same. As Rev. Fletcher noted Christianity does not end when we leave a church service. What a person does during the rest of the week is the work of a disciple, that is what is important. Terry thanked the congregations of both churches for being co- participants with him in the life and work of their churches. A quote in the order of service attributed to an unknown author reinforced the message: “Teamwork divides the task and multiplies the success.” During the receiving of the offering the senior choir sang “Walk a Little Slower, My Friend”. Sunday services and Wednesday’s coffee and conversation will resume in August. Hullett graduation held at Blyth Community Centre This month’s mystery item from Bob Trick had me confused when he brought it in. In my experience items like this are usually much larger and more substantial in nature. However, puzzle it for a week and see if you can identify its use. Overnight on June 21, 59-year-old Gordon Potter lost his battle with cancer. He had suffered terribly since his diagnosis two years ago but passed away at home with his mother, Ann, by his side. Bob and Ann Potter moved to the village from Toronto approximately 25 years ago. Gordon joined his parents some time later after giving up his job in an insulation factory. Thereafter he helped out his parents around their home and tended to the needs of his disabled brother, Alan, until Alan took up residence at Braemar Retirement Home. Left to mourn his passing are Ann, Alan and his sister, Sandra and her daughter, Amanda Avery. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. For 30 Grade 8 students, last Tuesday evening was bittersweet. Although they were/are excited to be leaving elementary school behind and take that next step in their education, they also recognized not all of them will be together in their secondary education. Their world will suddenly be much bigger than the halls of Hullett Central Public School. However Hullett’s staff has taught them skills for coping with the world and the future along with book knowledge. The parents who accompanied the students to their graduation ceremony and dinner may well have not recognized the youth. Could these self assured teenagers be the same timid children who entered Kindergarten 10 years ago? Wasn’t that just two or three years ago? And dressed to the nines for the occasion they couldn’t have been the same boys and girls who got on the bus that very same morning. The graduation events were held at the Blyth Community Centre. Dinner for the 120 attendees was organized by ladies of the Londesborough United Church. Serving and waiting tables was handled by the pupils of Grade 7 whose mothers also supplied desserts. Grade 8 parents, Nancy Snell of NJS Design and Greyhaven Gardens transformed the space for the evening. Following dinner, awards were presented. Always a fun part of the evening was the Power Point presentation that chronicles the years/activities the youth have spent at Hullett and their graduation pictures. Twenty-three students received Hullett H’s for their involvement in their school community through academics, athleticism and volunteering. Congratulations from the community of Londesborough and best wishes for the years ahead. May life hold only good things for all of you. Awards for the primary track and field held at Hullett on Monday, June 15 are as follows. Girls: Grade 1, Emily Josling, MacKenzie Smith, Tyler Boven; Grade 2, Olivia Decker, Audrey Kreuger, Kyra Haak; Grade 3, Ashley Radford, Macey Adams, Nyla Pawitch. Boys: Grade 1, Colton Radford, Brady Finch, Sheldon Lee; Grade 2, Kaden MacDonald, Hayden Lee, Tyson Finch; Grade 3, Connor Dale, Shea Cox, [tie] Oliver Sawchuck and Cal Taylor. By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO NEWS FROM LONDESBORO Showing off her talent Cassie Elliott was one of many Hullett Central Public School students who took last Thursday afternoon as an opportunity to show off their talent at the school’s year-end talent show. The show featured a number of performances, mostly musical, showing parents and community members exactly what the school’s students are capable of. (Vicky Bremner photo) Ask A Financial Advisor What are the options for my RRSP at 71? Brian Hilt - Financial Advisor 19 Main St. N Bayfield, ON N0M 1G0 (519) 565-2700 brian.hilt@edwardjones.com Member - Canadian Investor Protection Fund Anyone with a Registered Retirement Savings Plan must close it by the end of the calendar year in which they turn age 71. At that point, you have different options for the funds in your RRSP. You could take the entire amount in cash, but it usually results in a large income tax bill in the year the RRSP is closed. The most popular option is to convert your RRSP to a Registered Retirement Income Fund, or RRIF. You could describe a RRIF as an RRSP in reverse. Instead of making contributions, your money is distributed to you over time. Another option is to purchase a life annuity*. Basically, you provide a lump sum in exchange for a lifelong guaranteed income stream. You can also have a combination of an annuity to provide a predictable income stream and a RRIF for greater control over part of your assets. Speak with your financial advisor for help in assessing your current situation and determining an RRSP conversion approach that makes sense for you. * Insurance and annuities are offered by Edward Jones Insurance Agency (except in Quebec). In Quebec, insurance and annuities are offered by Edward Jones Insurance Agency (Quebec), Inc. Have a question you want answered here? Ask Brian by phone or email. Motorcycle Chaps Downtown Blyth 519-523-4740 Bainton’s Old Mill A Celebration of Volunteerism July 7, 2015 5-8 PM Central Huron Community Complex First 120 People Receive a free gift from Egg Farmers of Ontario! Complimentary BBQ Meal Courtesy of: A mystery! Brenda Radford enjoys her visits with Bob Trick as they usually involve some sort of mystery item, like the one shown above. Can you figure out what it is? Check this space in the July 9 issue of The Citizen for the answer. (Brenda Radford photo) Get information on Huron County attractions on the Stops Along The Way section of our website www.northhuron.on.ca