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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2013-08-15, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 2013. PAGE 7. Continued from page 3 flashlights in his hands and asked some members of the congregation if they could see anything that was different about them. They looked the same on the outside but when he turned them on one showed a brighter light than the other. This is often like us, we seem the same on the outside but we are different on the inside and God loves all of us no matter what. Floyd Herman gave a short history on how the choir anthem “Trust and Obey” came to existence. The next hymn was “Lord Listen to Your Children Praying.” Pastor Cable led the congregation in the prayers for the people and the singing of The Lord’s Prayer. Rev. Clark’s message to the congregation was “Ready or Not?” The scripture was the parable of the 10 women going to meet the bridegroom (who was late) with their lamps. The wise women took extra oil while the foolish women did not and their lamps ran out. They had to go to buy more oil and were late and the door was closed. The scriptures tell us to be prepared. Some Christians don’t take Jesus’ message seriously and they run out of gas. We should let our lights shine and love the way Jesus taught us to do. The hymn, “Give Me Oil in My Lamp” is a hymn that demonstrates this. We cannot buy the kind of oil that Jesus tells us about, but we have to earn it by being loving and caring of others. Churches are closing and are running out of oil. We have to try and live our lives the way Jesus wants us to and love one another as He taught us. The offering was received followed by the offering response, “Grant Us God the Grace” and the offertory prayer. The last hymn, “To Show By Touch and Word” was followed by the blessing and sending forth and the singing of the “Three Fold Amen”. Everyone was invited for coffee, treats and fellowship. Extra oil, faith helps light the path longer Goderich Celtic Fest inspires Rev. Terry Fletcher As last weekend was the annual Celtic Festival in Goderich Terry Fletcher thought it appropriate to conduct a Celtic service at Londesborough United Church on Sunday, Aug. 12. He remarked that the Celts had an interesting approach to religion with which the modern church should stay connected. “Staying Connected” was the title of his message. Terry began the morning service by offering a ‘Welcome to church.’ in Welsh. The call to worship was written by St. Patrick. Throughoutthe service the Celtic influence wasevident. For the prayers of thepeople, Terry combined thoughts from a variety of Celtic prayers and materials. Celtic beliefs became a part of the Christian religion when the Romans invaded the British Isles. It is a very personal approach to faith. The Celts believe that God’s spirit dwells within nature, for His breath brought life to all creation. They see the world as a whole. Thus it is essential for Christians to realize Earth is beautiful and not a place to plunder and ravage. The scripture reading, Deuteronomy 8:7-10, echoes those beliefs. Terry told the story of St. Columba and the island abbey that was destroyed twice by differing religious groups. The abbey currently is ecumenical based on the Celtic beliefs of God/religion in nature. The abbey followers have written dozens of hymns, many ofwhich can be found in the UnitedChurch hymn book.The children’s message had to do with nature as well. Terry remarked that over this weekend Earth’s inhabitants can watch a meteor shower. He explained that these ‘shooting stars’ are pieces of a comet that circles the sun that burn up in earth’s atmosphere. Like the Celts, we should marvel to think we can see and enjoy these aspects of God’s creation as ours is the only planet that supports life. Terry concluded the service with a Celtic blessing. The morning’s order of service included thoughts from Sandra Nicholas, director of Brunswick Street Mission, Halifax, Nova Scotia. She remarked that she is often asked to tell stories from this work supported by the United Church Mission and Service Fund. She acknowledged that the bigger changes they make in people’s lives are noteworthy, like finding housingand jobs. But she is touched more bythe simple every daymoments/stories like a meal served, a warm coat given, smiles, laughter and tears. The things that result when people realize that someone cares. At time of reporting, Marie Glousher, former village resident, is a patient in Stratford hospital having had emergency surgery. She is recovering well and may soon be moved to Clinton. She would surely appreciate your prayers and concern. The UCW is planning to make pies on Oct. 2. Orders will be taken until Sept. 15. Choices include apple, raisin, blueberry, raspberry, mincemeat and cherry ready to freeze or bake at $8 each. You can order by calling Sherry at 519-482- 3215 or Lynda at 519-482-7585 or find a posted order sheet. The official board will meet on Monday, Sept. 9. The Ball’s Chapel Service is setfor Sept. 15, a joint service withAuburn. By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO NEWS FROM LONDESBORO Consultant suggests Central Huron start LEAR study Planning consultant John Cox suggests Central Huron should form a committee of stakeholders, if it chooses to undertake a Land Evaluation and Area Review (LEAR) study, whose goal is to pinpoint tracts of agricultural land for possible development. While outlining the merits of a LEAR study at Central Huron’s Aug. 6 session, Cox reports that all agricultural lands in Central Huron are considered to be prime under the Provincial Policy Statement unless otherwise designated. To find appropriate lands for development, Cox suggests council should establish a local committee including stakeholders from a number of groups including the county planning department and the Huron County Federation of Agriculture. The study’s cost, reported Cox, can range anywhere between $20,000 to $50,000. It would take about six months to complete. “If (the estimate) is $50,000, it will be $60,000,” said Councillor Brian Barnim. “I guess I’m trying to find the value in it.” In noting he is aware of some agricultural land being designated as prime when it is not, Mayor Jim Ginn questioned whether it was possible to pinpoint certain areas of Central Huron for study rather than the entire municipality. Ginn also noted identifying marginal lands is a good starting point. Cox said the study will have to be completed in order to attain the Ontario Ministry of Food Rural Affairs and Agriculture’s approval to change the use of any land that is now deemed prime agricultural. By Cheryl Heath Special to The Citizen Corporation of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry Notice of a Public Meeting to consider amendments to the Building Permit fees: Notice is hereby given pursuant to the 2006 Building Code Article, Division C, 1.9.1.2, that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Morris-Turnberry will be considering the following at a Public Meeting, which will be held on: Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at 8:30 pm 1. Building Permit fees: a review of a proposal to add the Sewage System fees for 2013 and 2014. The meeting will be held at the Council Chambers located at 41342 Morris Rd., RR 4, Brussels, ON. Everyone is welcome to attend. A copy of the proposed fees can be obtained at the municipal office or on the municipal website. Nancy Michie, Administrator Clerk-Treasurer Telephone 519-887-6137 Email: nmichie@morristurnberry.ca Website: www.morristurnberry.ca Garden Art 398 Queen St., Blyth 519-523-4276 NOTICE OF OPEN HOUSE TO DISCUSS THE CENTRAL HURON OFFICIAL PLAN The Municipality of Central Huron is undertaking a review of the Central Huron Official Plan. The Official Plan is a land use planning document that is a statement of where and how building and development should take place in the Municipality. The Plan includes the vision, goals and policy directions for development in Central Huron. You are invited to attend an Open House to review the proposed changes to the Central Huron Official Plan and offer your comments about the Official Plan. Friday August 23, 2013 7 pm to 9 pm Holmesville Community Centre, 180 Community Centre Line Holmesville, ON Join us anytime between 7 pm and 9 pm to view displays, share your insights and discuss the future direction of the Municipality of Central Huron. If you wish to submit comments or receive notifications of the proposed Official Plan Amendment, you must make a written request by mail to the Municipality of Central Huron or e- mail clerk@centralhuron.com Municipality of Central Huron 23 Albert Street, Clinton, Ontario N0M 1L0 Phone: 519-482-3997 Fax: 519-482-9183 Web: www.centralhuron.com E-mail: planning@centralhuron.com Brenda MacIsaac, Clerk Municipality of Central Huron Finding a way The Fire Department of North Huron’s Blyth station was on scene shortly after 10 p.m. Monday night as they were called out to a fire at Lee’s Service Centre in Blyth. Upon arrival there were no visible flames, so firefighters had to cut into the building’s roof to assess the situation. (Keith Roulston photo) Got Married... Call for pricing & details 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 Share your news by placing your announcement in The Citizen