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Home My WebLink AboutThe Wingham Advance-Times, 1954-02-24, Page 3CHURCH NEWS a Problems of Rural * Pastor Voiced by CWL Guest Speaker ‘The Problems of a .Pastor in Rural Parish” was the subject chosen by Rev. Hugh Fleming to present at the annual banquet of the Catholic Women’s League of Sacred Heart Church. It was held in the Bruswick Hotel on February 17. tfhe president, Mrs. Alf Lockridge, extended a welcome to all in atten dance and Rev. R. Durand introduced , Father Fleming, parish priest of Hes- son. SAVE FUEL NOW’S THE TIME TO ORDER YOUR WINDOW UNITS MADE-TO-ORDER CAMPBELL & GORBUTT SASH MANUFACTURERS Edward Street Wingham "When a priest is appointed to a rural parish, he is commissioned by the bishop to attempt to prevent the decline of the rural parish, which js rapidly coming about due to the vast migration of the young people to the city,” Fr. Fleming began. "When set tlers left Europe to escape intolerance and famine, they hewed homes in this district and proceeded to- establish wonderful parishes. These flourishing communities provided 70 per cent of religious vocations and one half of the Catholic professional men of this district." He stated that the promise of quick fortunes in wheat started the first migrations to the west. The rapidly expanding Ford empire in Detroit, with the lure of large wages attracted so many young people of this area, that within a few years, four city blocks of Detroit were populated by people from Kingsbridge alone. The problem of halting this vast migra tion which has continued since World War II makes many difficulties for the parish priest. He said that any young person who decides to farm today, without finan cial assistance, condemns himself to a standard of living lower than the rest of the community. Knowing farming is not a sound industry results in the young people leaving their homes to find livelihood in the city. It is the contention of Fr. Fleming that the solution lies in tne present banking system, in keeping the money de posited by people of the community in that community to work for them. Mrs. Lockridge thanked the guest speaker. Two honored guests, Mrs. Forgie and Mrs. John Lockridge, members of the first CWL established in Wingham, were presented with corsages. xi Evening Guild Plans ” World Day of Prayer The February meeting of St. Paul’s Evening Guild was held in the base ment of the church, opening with prayer by the president, The showing of the film, "Power Within" was under the direction of Mr- W- S. Hall. The film was very much enjoyed by all present, showing the work of the Anglican missionaries in far-off fields. Following the roll call, reports, were heard from various committees. The president reminded the Guild mem bers of the World Day of Prayer service taking place in St. Paul’s Church on March 5th. The society is responsible for the prayer for Her Majesty, the Queen. The meeting then closed with prayer by the president, after which a social half hour was enjoyed and lunch was served by Mrs. Jack King, Mrs. H. L. Parker, Mrs. Roy Manuel and Alice Reading. Miss U.C. Young Women Meet at Home of Mabel Tempelman The February meeting of the Young Woman's Auxiliary of the United Church was held on Tuesday evening of last week at the home of Mabel Templeman with 28 present. The subject was, "The Church of the Open Book”, under the leadership of Margaret Zurbrigg. Betty Newman read an article on "Opportunity” and Margaret Zurbrigg read the Scripture lesson. Catharine Crewson led in pray er and Mabel Templeman read a poem. The topic, "A Widening Circle”,’ the story of the spread of' the Protestant faith in Latin America, was taken by Mary Caslick. The president, Iona Walker, conducted the business. Hilda Rowland ,was appointed to re present the Auxiliary on the official board of tbe church- The Auxiliary agreed to cater to the annual choir banquet. The members were urged to attend the World Pay of Prayer ser vice on Friday, March 5th. A lovely lunch was served by Lhe group in charge. Mrs. R- Macintosh is Hostess to Goforth The monthly meeting of St. An drew's Presbyterian Church Goforth Society was held at the home of Mrs. R. Macintosh on February 16th. The meeting was opened with the call to worship by the president, Mrs. T. English, followed by a hymn. The Scripture was read by Irlma Harrison with Mrs. K. Leitch giving the comments. This was followed by a prayer by Mrs, K, Baker. After the offering was received Mrs. H. Con gram gave the dedicatory prayer. Mrs. George Scott read a poem, "Father Where Shall I Work Today?” Messages from Rev. Don Powell, a missionary in Manilla, Philippines, were read by Mrs, P, Campbell and Mrs, G. Perrott, Mrs. J. Donaldson read a poem, “Patience” and Mrs, M. Chopin and Margaret Nimmo were in charge of the devotional period taken from the study book, “Voyage of Discovery”. Margaret Nimmo closed the meeting with prayer and a social period follow ed when refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by the lunch committee. Senior. Women's Mission Circle The Senior Women’s Mission Circle of the Baptist Church held an open meeting on Thursday evening, having as guest speaker Rev. H. Thibideau, Mightiest power range ever offered FOR LESS TRUCK DE AL.B R TKRCURY from 106 Hp. to 170 Hp ■ H A ||i£ ENGINE POWER FOR ANY LOAD ON ANY ROAD! THE RIGHT POWER TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS! Here are the mightiest and most efficient engines ever built into Mercury Trucks. All are specially designed for long-lasting truck service by Ford of Canada. 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FOR A SAFE-BUY’ IN A USED TRUCK ... SEE YOUR MERCURY TRUCK DEALER Wingham Advanpe-Tijnes, Wednesday, Feb, 24, 1954AS GOUZENKO GAMBLED WITH HIS LIFE SATURDAY MATINEE 2.30 Clifton Webb TWO SHOWS NIGHTLY 7.15 & 9.15 FRIDAY - SATURDAY February 26 - 27 “Blowing Wild” & ■--■if —Centra! Press Canadian former Soviet decoding clerk in the Russian is shown wearing a specially designed mask in permitted of him, as he appeared with Drew T" Wanted dead or alive by enemy Igor Gouzenko, embassy in Toronto, the first photo ever . ___ ____________ ____ ___ _ Pearson on the latter’s TV show. Wanted dead" or alive by enemy agents from behind the iron curtain, Gouzenko risked his life in the exclusive filmed TV program to disclose information,that has been restricted thus far. This film was made in Canada at an undisclosed location in co-operation with the Canadian govern ment. Information as to the date of the filming was withheld as a security measure to permit Gouzenko to return to his closely guarded retreat somewhere in Canada. of Terrace B.C. The meeting opened with the sing ing of a hymn and the president, Mrs. J. Falconer, offered prayer. Mrs. Frank Collar and Mrs. Reg. Collar favored with a duet. Mrs, Stokes read the Scripture after which Mrs. Coyle, Mrs. A. Rintoul and Mrs. Atkinson led in prayer. Mrs. W. PococlSlsang a beautiful solo, “The Raven Hewed- eth” The president introduced the speak er who told of his conversion and call to the ministry. His listeners were deeply impressed by his forceful and challenging message. At the conclu sion Mr. Thibideau showed colored slides of the community in which they have been laboring. He has been used of the Lord and there has been much spiritual growth. The offering was received and turn ed over to Mr. Thibideau to help fin ance a building project. Mr. Covle closed the meeeting with prayer. Janet Stain - taken training especial thoughts on those Hear of Missionary Work in Trinidad The Evening Auxiliary of the Unit ed Church met at the home of Mrs. N. N. Currie to hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday even ing, February 16. Miss Caroline Wellwood, who was in charge of the Meeting, conducted a very interesting programme. After an opening hymn Miss Murry offered a prayer. Mrs. P. ton read the Scripture lesson from Mark 12: 28-34. Mrs. Stewart Beattie read an article on “Christian Stewardship” which stressed our minds on right thinking, ly thoughts of love, that our can have a greater influence we come in contact with than we realize. Mrs. Ross Vogan continued with the study book, “Where’re the Sun” and gave as a heading of the chapter re viewed “The Four R’s of Europe”, re discovery of the Bible, reconstruction, reunion, and reconciliation. This chap ter dealt chiefly with the work of the church in Europe. Mrs. Vogan said that in countries where Christianity has been renounced and Christians persecuted, people are gradually re turning to their former Christian faith and that it is through this return to religion that a reconstruction pro gram of a devastated Europe has begun. Miss Wellwood read a couple of letters from Mrs. Jack Thompson, who, with her husband and family, is now in Port of Spain, Trinidad. One letter told about a rather har rowing but exciting trip to the beach where they were to have a two weeks' holiday while some of the family re cuperated after a rather severe at tack of jaundice. The other letter gave a most interesting account of some of the work they were doing at Wood bridge Presbyterian Church, Port of Spain where Jack Thompson is the minister. A special feature of the evening was a tape recording of a weekly pro gramme given over a Port of Spain broadcasting station called "Trinidad Sings.” This particular programme was put out by the choir at Wood bridge church, where Mrs. Thompson is choir leader and organist. The Aux iliary was thrilled with the beautiful voices of these coloured people, also to hear Tena again at the organ, when she played two solos, and Jack’s voice as he announced the numbers. During the business part of the meeting which was conducted by Mrs. H. Burrell, it was decided that an other meeting to work on the bale for Korea would be held in the Sunday School room on Wednesday afternoon and evening, February 24th, with a pot-luck supper at six o’clock. As many as possible were asked to attend. : Lunch was served and a social hour ! Was spent. j Business and Professional Directory A. H. 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