HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2007-10-18, Page 10PAGE 10. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2007.
Fall weather greeted the many
Friends of Balls Bridge to the
official opening of Balls Bridge on
Saturday, Oct. 13.
Old friends reminisced about the
good old days they spent as kids,
swimming, jumping off the bridge
or remembering how the bridge
rattled when Dad’s old car was
driven over it.
Many ‘love’ stories were recalled.
Daryl Ball was master of
ceremonies for the afternoon. He
gave a brief history of the bridge and
recalled the Ball connection.
He called upon dignitaries MPP
Carol Mitchell, Huron County
warden Deb Shewfelt, reeve of
Central Huron Bert Dykstra and
councillor for Ashfield-Colborne-
Wawanosh Barry Millian to each say
a few words.
It was the strength of the
community and dedication of the
Friends of Balls Bridge that
accomplished the unachievable task
of saving a very unique and rare rod
and pin construction bridge. Even
more remarkable, it’s a multi-strand
bridge.
The beautiful scenery was left
untouched. This bridge is an
important part of local heritage.
Congratulations were extended to
all responsible for this awesome
achievement. Once again it proves
what determination and dedication
of a few can achieve.
After the ribbon cutting, bagpipers
Jim Craig and John Jewitt led
everyone across the bridge.
A reception followed.
Knox United Church was rocking
on Sunday as the musical talents of
Jack Storey and friends sang many
hymns that Elvis Presley sang. The
full house was entertained by the
Elvis Gospel Group.
Rev. Steve Hildebrand from
Egmondville United Church led the
103rd anniversary service. He
recalled the dark day in August 1977
when Elvis Presley lost his life, but
said his spirit is alive in song.
This certainly was evident on
Sunday. When was the last time you
heard someone say after church, “I
could have sat for another hour and
listened”? That was the sentiment of
many of the parishioners on Sunday.
Offering was received by the
Archambault and Sturzenegger
families.
The Elvis Gospel Group had the
congregation joining in the hymns.
A reception followed after the
service.
Celebration time
It was a special day on Saturday as Ball’s Bridge was re-opened to light traffic. Phase one has
been completed and the tourist spot is ready for folks to come out and enjoy the fall colours.
Dignitaries on hand for the ribbon cutting were, from left: Huron County warden Deb Shewfelt,
Huron-Bruce MPP Carol Mitchell, Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh councillor Barry Millian and
Central Huron reeve Bert Dykstra. (Vicky Bremner photo)
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NEWS
FROM AUBURN
Gospel groupperforms
People celebrate historic bridge re-opening
Huron Chapel was abuzz on Oct.
13 as the ABC Women’s Ministries
hosted Busy as a Bee? Fall Renewal.
The fellowship room was decorated
with bees as 80 women arrived to
learn about the topic for the day of
busyness.
The day began with refreshments,
then a time of singing, led by a
combined praise team from
Auburn’s Huron Chapel and Living
Water Christian Fellowship in Blyth.
Nancy May from Radiant Life
Christian Books from Goderich
brought a good portion of her store
to Auburn. She highlighted spiritual
books to help people focus on God
as well as time-saving organizing
books and cookbooks.
The feature speaker for the day
was Marion Ford from Newmarket.
She is a speaker, writer and Christian
dramatist.
Marion pointed out there are
several reasons causing busyness.
They might be greed, work,
alcoholism, procrastination,
unrealistic expectations, over-
scheduling, poor planning or simply
we’re afraid to say “no”! As a result
of this, we are teaching our children
to be busy causing them to become
anxious or depressed.
The best antidote for children is
times of unscheduled play and
giving them time to be creative.
Marion also stressed the need to
take a day of rest. The Sabbath is
God’s gift.
After lunch, participants were
treated to a fashion show with outfits
from Marita’s Fashion Boutique in
Clinton. It was great fun as the
models paraded through displaying
their stylish wear.
Finally, everyone gathered in the
sanctuary where Marion, through
drama, depicted the life of Mary
Slessor, a missionary from Scotland
to Africa.
It was an amazing experience as
that transported everyone, to that far
away continent. It gave a glimpse of
the hardships and joys that Mary
encountered as she worked to save
the many children that were left to
die because of the superstitions of
the time.
She had the ability as a
peacemaker, bringing warring tribes
together. Wherever she went she told
of the love of Jesus.
Mary’s motto was “I don’t mind
where I’m going as long as it’s
forward”!
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