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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2015-11-19, Page 3THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2015. PAGE 3. To walk with God, is to live ever as in His presence! (George Everard, “Daily Walking!” 1866) “Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account!” Hebrews 4:13 “The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, keeping watch on the wicked and the good!” Proverbs 15:3 To walk with God, is to live ever as in His presence! To realize His presence, to abide continually under His eye, to recognize our Father as close by our side--is the secret of much peace. We must ever regard Him, not as if He were far away in some inaccessible abode--but nearer to us than our nearest friend. In our chamber, by the wayside, at our work, in our recreation, when mingling with others, or all alone--we must see One whom the world sees not, we must hear a voice that the world hears not. In the life of the sweet Psalmist of Israel, the same truth was ever the joy of his heart. As he lay down to rest, it was his joy to know that the sleepless Guardian of His people was by him: “I will both lay me down in peace and sleep, for You O Lord alone make me to dwell in safety.” As he arose, he still rejoiced in the almighty Friend who was ever near him: “When I awake, I am still with You.” Surrounded by malicious foes, it is still his confidence. “You are near, O Lord.” Under all the vicissitudes of his eventful life, the nearness of God was the rock on which he reposed: “I have set the Lord always before me; because He is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.” Whether beneath the eye of man or not, let all things be done under the eye of Him to whom...all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden! A few plain principles have been given to assist us in carrying this out in daily practice: Say nothing you would not like God to hear. Do nothing you would not like God to see. Write nothing you would not like God to read. Go to no place where you would not like God to find you. Read no book of which you would not like God to say, “Show it to Me.” Never spend your time in such a way that you would not like God to say, “What are You doing?” To consciously live in God’s presence, will aid us in cultivating thorough genuine piety an godly character. A Grace Gem Submitted by: Immanuel United Reformed Church, Listowel, ON 519-291-1956 CCRC set to host special student program For the second year in a row, the Blyth Arts and Cultural Initiative 14/19 Inc., through the Canadian Centre for Rural Creativity (CCRC), will be looking to students for programming ideas, though this year it’s on a bigger scale. Through St. Anne’s Catholic Secondary School’s Specialist High School Major Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship (ICE) program, which will be hosted at the centre, the former Blyth Public School, on Nov. 25, 14/19 Project Director Peter Smith hopes to find direction for the centre and its future programming. The ICE program, which will be run with teacher Shannon Reid from St. Anne’s, invites students to connect with local innovators and entrepreneurs. For this particular ICE session, students will have the opportunity to put together a hypothetical program or conference that, if it meets the necessary criteria, could be put on later by the CCRC. Last year, Smith said he felt the program went well, though only a few students participated. Reid, according to Smith, felt it was a huge success and wanted to do it again. “There were nine students from the art and culture background,” Smith said. “We got them talking about rural challenges on day one and talking about what was going on. On day two, we brought in local professionals to show them how what they are working on today could affect the community.” The guests included Walton’s Chris Lee, founder of the Walton Raceway and currently working on the Goderich-to-Guelph Rail Trail; Blyth Festival General Manager Deb Sholdice and representatives from Huron Geomatics in Wingham. This year 40 students from multiple disciplines will be attending the one-day course. “We’re bringing in experts to work with the kids and help them develop a course or conference,” Smith said. “They will have to look at who is involved, what will happen, when and where it will occur, how to budget and market the course and why the course, or conference works for the CCRC. “If it all works out, the course, or conference, will be developed and we will run it,” he said. “That’s the carrot here to get the kids involved.” The guests this year will include local professionals such as Naturopathic Doctor Angela Hanlon, master gardener Rhea Hamilton-Seeger and local media professionals. “Those professionals will be guiding the group,” Smith said. The students will be split into eight groups, each of which will pitch a potential course or conference at the end of the day. Smith said he is excited to see how the program plays out. “The ICE program is brilliant in that it connects people to the community and each other,” he said. “It’s a nice model.” CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF NORTH HURON TAXES DUE The 2015 final tax installment for the Township of North Huron is due on Wednesday, November 25, 2015. Interest at 1 1/4% per month, or any part thereof will be charged on unpaid accounts as of November 26, 2015 and the first day of each month thereafter. NOTE: Persons who have acquired properties and have not received a tax bill should contact the Municipal Office. Failure to receive a tax bill does not relieve a taxpayer from responsibility for payment of taxes, nor from penalty for late payment. Please contact the Treasury Department in regards to the various payment options available. Pre-authorized payment sign up forms are available at www.northhuron.ca or at the Town Hall. Donna White Director of Finance Township of North Huron Bible links water, hospitality Greeting worshippers at Blyth United church on Sunday Nov. 15 was Terry Richmond. Ushering were Lissa Kolkman and Cliff Snell. Marilyn Scott was guest pianist and Katie Dockstader was guest music director. Bryce Glousher ran the power point. Rev. Gary Clark welcomed everyone to church and drew attention to the announcements printed in the bulletin. Tanner Brooks and a friend lit the Christ candle and the candles on the altar table. Everyone was invited to greet one another with the peace of Christ. Church goers were given a green piece of paper with a picture of Jesus on it and were asked to write on the back how Jesus could balance our life. The children gathered the pieces of paper and put them on a string to hang with the blue and red representing the balance in our lives. The first hymn “You are Holy” was sung followed by the opening prayer and the singing of the Lord’s Prayer. The scripture readings were from Genesis 24:167 and Exodus 2:16-24: the story of Moses going to the well for water and the story of Abraham’s servant going to the well and found a wife for Isaac, Abraham’s son. The children were asked to come to the front for their story time. Rev. Clark asked the children what they learned from the scripture. Some answers were kindness and sticking up for others. Rev. Clark explained to the children that the sisters bringing home a stranger after he helped them out at the well is just like what the churches in the area are doing for the refugees from the Sudan. We are excited to be able to share our families with theirs. The children went downstairs for their time of fellowship and to learn more stories of Moses. The hymn “Jesus’ Hands were Kind Hands,” was sung. The choir sang the anthem “Teach Me Your Way O Lord.” Rev. Clark’s message to the congregation was “There Must Be Something in the Water.” There are two amazing stories in the scriptures about water. The first one is Moses coming to the well and drinking his fill that saved his life after walking in the desert for many days. While at the well he stopped the men from watering their animals first and let the sisters water their animals. The sisters take Moses home for a meal. This is hospitality that is shown to Moses. The second scripture tells us of Abraham’s servant going back to Abraham’s homeland and going to the well and finding Rebecca, who offers him water and extends her hospitality to him. Our actions show the world our hospitality in caring for others. We watched a short video of how a detention centre helped a young man fill a void in his life. “O Master Let Me Walk with Thee” was the favourite hymn. The offering was received followed by the singing of the offertory response “We Give Thee But Thine Own,” the offertory prayer, the prayers of the people with the response of “God, hear our prayers and Silent Prayers” and silent prayers led by Emily Phillips. The last hymn “Come Let Us Sing of a Wonderful Love” was followed by the benediction and the singing of the “Three Fold Amen.” Everyone was invited for coffee, treats and fellowship before going home. Happy birthday to Ollie Craig, who celebrates Nov. 19; Kathy Abell-Rinn, Nov. 20; Kayla Dale, Nov. 21 and Ashley Walden, Nov. 21. Blyth BIA invites you Saturday, November 21 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for Lighting of the Lights in the Blyth Memorial Hall Courtyard Enjoy performances by local artists, warm drinks, food and family fun! We look forward to seeing you there. Township of North Huron Special Council Meeting - Service Review Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the North Huron Council Chambers By Marilyn Craig Call 523-9318 From Marilyn’s Desk See histories and historic photographs on the Huron History section of our website www.northhuron.on.ca