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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-10-28, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2010.Hullett Kindergarten registration on November 10 ETCETERA How many of you caught the mistake in my column last week? Dawn Riley called to say Dakota Riley is actually her daughter, making Dakota the granddaughter of Wayne and Deb Riley. Wayne and Deb did actually raise Dakota, however. Dawn remarked that Dakota is a stay-at-home mom to Payton and Nicholas works for Terry Greidanus. My apologies for the error. The October full moon, the Harvest moon for obvious reasons, brightened up the night on the Oct. 23. This Friday, Oct. 29, pupils at Hullett Central Public School will be dressing up for another spirit day. The day has been deemed “Orange and Black or Costume Day”. It might be fun to watch as the buses arrive that morning. And believe it or not, with the school year just two months old, three and four year olds in the Hullett catchment area will be registering for kindergarten for 2011/2012 on Nov. 10. Regular readers of this column may recall my mentioning in June about the summer reading challengein which pupils at Hullett Centralwere participating. Educatorsindicate good reading skills are oneof the most important activitiesrelated to success. Apparently the Grade 4/5 class won the school challenge having read 6,026 pages or 231 pages per pupil. They were way ahead of the second place class, Grade 6/7, who recorded 117 pages per pupil. Reading can fill so many otherwise idle hours for a child. And there is still something to be said for the feel of a book in your hands. UCW The Londesborough UCW gathered for their Oct. meeting on Monday, Oct. 18. Crystal Whyte, Kim Roetcisoender and Brenda Radford led the ladies in a time of study/program. The study centred on women. And all present were asked to take part. To begin everyone sang “The 12 Days of Wellness”. Then, in turn, the “B Attitudes” were read and considered. “B” as in, be understanding, be strong, be generous, be loving, etc. Kim and Crystal read a modern poem, titled “My Dear Sisters”, that spoke about finding one’s own comfort space in a world that is not always kind. Some time was given to understanding how life was for the women of Biblical times. And recognizing that often it was the women who broke with tradition to help their family, themselves and their religion. A litany was shared about some of the women in the scriptures and the examples they set for all women. Focus was placed on Hannah, whose strong faith and prayer brought her a son, Samuel, whom she gave back to God in thanksgiving. Hannah broke the rules for women and prayer in the temple. The ladies looked up Bible verses and discovered there are various kinds of prayer mentioned in the scriptures – praise, Thanksgivingand the kinds of attitudes that lead toeffective prayer – trust, faith, inprivate, etc.President Lynda Horbanuikconducted a business meeting following the program. LONDESBOROUGH UNITED CHURCH ANNIVERSARY SERVICE Music and memories filled Londesborough United Church on Sunday, Oct. 25 as the congregation celebrated 150 years of faith and service. Seating was at a premium as members past and present shared stories and caught up on each other’s lives. Flowers were placed in the sanctuary by the Postma family. Other window arrangements were beautifully done by Jane Hoggart. A hymn-sing of familiar old tunes prior to the 11th hour was enjoyed. Congregants were favoured with two numbers by members of the Snell family. Barb Bosman, Bonnie Jewitt, Lisa Elliott and Kelly Marks sang “Turn Your Radio On” and several verses of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah”. Louise (Lovett) Dockstaeder and Barb Bosman played accompaniment for the hymns and organ/piano duets during the receiving of the morning offering. A mass choir of some 60 present and former choir members filled the sanctuary with music, singing “Oh God, Our Help in Ages Past” and “Praise God”. The choir was conducted by Barb and Louise provided accompaniment. During their time at the front, Terry Fletcher told the children a story about a very rich man who, although he had lots of money, wasn’t happy. He built a grand new home, bought a sailboat, an airplane and a rocket ship but he still wasn’t happy. As he talked Terry folded and tore a sheet of paper into a house, a boat, an airplane and a rocket. Finally, the man asked a happy friend how he could be happy like the friend was. The friend took the rich man to church and there the man found happiness. The piece of paper Terry had left was in the shape of a cross. The scripture passages were Genesis 27:22-30 and Psalm 122. The whole building was full of joy and that is exactly how Rev. Mac Carson, the guest speaker, felt all those gathered should feel. Londesborough United, which was then a three-point charge, was Rev. Carson’s first ministry in Canada in1964. He answered the call toLondesborough from Irelandbecause, he said, the correspondencehe shared with members of thiscongregation gave him the impression this was a happy, kind and loving community/church. Mac reminisced that he found the congregation to be just that, happy, loving and a joy to work with. He spoke for a short time about memories of his years here because, he stated, the day was meant for remembering life at Londesborough United. Mac reiterated that this day and year are joyful ones recognizing that over the years people who have attended this church know faith and are happier for that Christian life. Rev. Carson recognizes that everyone has a tendency to slip off the path and fall away from Christian ways, but Christians know God offers pardon and assurance and a return to grace and joy when those sins are confessed. An anniversary such as Sunday’s was is a time to recommit to the church and our faith and to look forward with a sense of optimism, he told everyone. He felt the congregation is stronger today because of the past. The next regular board meeting for Londesborough United will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 9 beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday School invites everyone to join them in the water at the Vanastra Recreation Centre on Saturday, Nov. 13. Swimming is from 4-5 p.m. with a pizza supper following. By BRENDA RADFORD Call 523-4296 PEOPLE AROUND LONDESBORO PLETCH On August 28, 2010 our world was rocked by the sudden and untimely passing of a much loved husband, father, brother, brother-in-law and uncle, David Pletch. We wish to express our most heartfelt and appreciative thanks to our family, friends, co-workers and neighbours who have helped us cope during this very difficult time. To our lifelong friends who were by our side as soon as they heard the news, words cannot express how much having you all here meant to us. You took over when we were unable, even despite your own shock and sadness. We continue to be comforted by your ongoing support. To our Bruce Power and CarePartners “families”, thank you so much for all your support, concern and friendship. We appreciate it so much. A special thank you to all Bruce Power employees for their generous contributions to the “Gate Collection”. We are truly overwhelmed. The phone calls, cards, flowers, visits and gifts of food have been greatly appreciated. The thoughts and prayers from the entire community have truly been overwhelming. We also sincerely thank those who made donations in memory of David. Special thanks to those who visited us at the funeral home and attended the funeral. To the many young friends of our children, your support and friendship means so much to us all. We are very grateful and thankful to Rev. Tom Murray for your comforting words, prayers and guidance. Thank you to the Belgrave UCW for the delicious lunch following the funeral. To the EMS personnel and Dr. Moores and ER staff, we know you did all you could and we are very thankful for that. We must also thank Dr. Marie Gear for all the years of faithful care you provided. There are not enough words to convey our thanks to Doug, Jacquie, and Amy at McBurney Funeral Home for your caring guidance and professional support. Your attention to detail and your compassion will never be forgotten. David was a quiet man who enjoyed the simple things in life. He loved a good ball game, walks through the bush, watching a summer storm with his kids on the porch and a cold beer and a laugh with friends and family. He will be forever loved and missed. – Melanie, Scott, Meagan, Ben and Amelia; Wayne and Joan and family; Max and Lynne and family; Keith and Bonnie and family; Ruth-Ann and Joe and family; Kevin and Barb and family. NEWS FROM LONDESBORO The Blyth Business Association (BBA) is bringing the music on October 29. Seaforth’s Harmony Kings will be performing at the Blyth Memorial Hall, and tickets are available at the Blyth Festival box office for $15. The event in the making since last fall, according to David Riach, chair of the BBA, who said that Jim Lee, a member of the Harmony Kings, approached him about playing in Blyth. “Lee told me that the Harmony Kings would love to perform at Memorial Hall,” Riach said. “I was just a member of the BBA then, so I brought it forward, and everyone agreed.” The group will be doing barbershop singing and a musical skit called Klondike Fever featuring a quartet of frustrated singers looking for brides. The funds from the show will be going to the restoration of the bell in Memorial Hall and the dedication and lighting of trees on November 13 at the hall. The lighting and dedication is a joint effort, according to Riach, as the BBA is working with Elliott- Nixon Insurance, who will be celebrating their 100th anniversary. The show starts at 8 p.m. M.G.M. TOWNSEND TIRE 40356 Londesboro Rd., Londesborough 519-523-4742 • 1-877-619-7877 E-mail: ttyr@tcc.on.ca Meets the severe snow service requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) • Helps deliver confident snow, wet and ice traction • Quiet and comfortable ride BBA fundraiser to feature Seaforth Harmony Kings