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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-01-03, Page 6PAGE 6. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 3, 1990. Auburn Holidays busy in Auburn and area Compiled by Mrs. Mildred Lawlor. Phone 526-7589 Holiday services held at Knox United church Rev. Dave Snihur conducted the Christmas service at Knox United Church, Auburn. Nancy Park was organist and Shannon Millian was pianist. Introit was “Angels from the Realms of Glory”. The flowers in the sanctuary were from Mr. Koopman’s funeral. Call to Worship was read alternate­ ly followed by carol “O Come All Ye Faithful”. Mr. and Mrs. Jack - Middelcamp lit the fourth Candle of Advent - The Candle of Hope. Children’s song was “Go Tell it on the Mountain”. Children’s time was Dave showing the nativity scene and people and children in the church with video camera. Hymn “What Child Is This” was followed by prayer chorus, “Whis­ per a Prayer in the Morning”. Rev. Snihur’s sermon was entitl­ ed “A Time of Hope”. The offering was received by Larry Plaetzer and Greg Park and dedicated. Carol, “While Shep­ herds Watched their Flocks” fol­ lowed. Rev. Snihur pronounced the Benediction and the response “Go Now In Peace” ended the service. Rev. Dave Snihur conducted the morning service at Knox United Church, December 17 and Mrs. Gordon Gross was organist. Introit was “Angels from the Realms of Glory”. The Call to Worship was read alternately fol­ lowed by hymn “Hark the Herald Angels Sing”. Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Bean lit the Third Advent Candle - the Candle of Light. The junior choir sang two an­ thems under the direction of Mrs. Bob Worsell and Mrs. Allan Web­ ster. The children’s song was “Jesus Bids us Shine” and Rev. Snihur told them a story of the Wisemen. “How Great Our Joy” Auburn WMS holds Christmas meeting The Christmas meeting of the Auburn Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Society was held at the home of Frances Clark. The president Martha Daer pre­ sided and welcomed all present. The Christmas Service of Hope, Joy, Peace and Love was followed from the Glad Tidings. It included Carols, prayers, scripture readings and the meditations. Several mem­ bers took part reading the different meditations. Carol Daer played the piano for the singing of the Carols. A Christmas card was signed by all present for Mrs. D. McKay of Goderich. The meeting ended with all repeating the Lord’s Prayer. The January meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Warner Andrews. was sung. Rev. Snihur’s sermon was entitl­ ed “The Light in the Darkness!’’ The offering was received by Peter Verbeek and Larry Plaetzer and dedicated. The hymn “As with Gladness Men of Old” was sung. Rev. Snihur pronounced the Benediction and the response “Go Now in Peace” ended the service. Sympathy is extended to the Koopman family on the death of Mr. R. Koopman who passed away in University Hospital on Wednes­ day, December 20 in his 73rd year. Mr. William Anderson of New­ market spent Christmas with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Oliver An­ derson. Sympathy to Mrs. Raymond Boyle and family on the death of her husband Raymond who passed away in Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Sunday, Dec. 24 in his 71st year. Mr. Gary Rodger of Kincardine visited recently with his parents Mr. and Mrs. E. Rodger. Mrs. Gertrude Park of Dungann­ on spent two days with her daugh­ ter Mrs. Tom Hallam and Mr. Hallam. Sorry to report that Wilfred Collinson is a patient in Clinton Public Hospital. He is wished a speedy recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Cartwright of London spent Christmas with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Jim Cart­ wright. Mr. and Mrs. Tom Hallam spent Christmas with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Wood and family of St. Augustine. Christmas visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Tom Lawlor were their son Jim, Maria and Anthony of RR 5, Goderich. The annual meeting of the Horticulture Society will be held at the Community Hall on January 10, 1990 at 1 p.m. There will be dessert served. 5 tables at Auburn euchre There were five tables in play at the euchre party held at the Community Hall on Tuesday, Dec. 19. Winners were: high man, Carman Brindley; low man, Ruth Jardin (playing as a man); high lady, Alice Buchanan; low lady, Mildred Lawlor; lucky chair, Ber­ nice McClinchey. They were treated to cookies, squares and coffee to end off the year. As of January 1,1990 you no longer pay OHIP premiums And you are still covered When will premium payments end? January 1,1990. Ontario residents are responsible for paying their premiums until the end of December 1989, for the period through March 31,1990. Will there be enough money to maintain the quality of health care we enjoy today? Will my health care coverage continue? Yes. If you were covered you will continue to be covered under your present OHIP number. Payment of the final premium will ensure continuous coverage to March 31,1990. After April 1,1990, coverage will automatically remain valid for all eligible residents of Ontario. Ontario’s health care system covers all residents of the province including students, senior citizens, retired people, people on social assistance, people who are employed, unemployed or self-employed. Yes. Last year nearly fourteen billion dollars, one third of the entire provincial budget, went towards providing health care for Ontario residents. The elimination of premiums in no way affects the amount of money the government has committed to health care. It simply changes one of the sources of the money. In the past OHIP premiums only paid for a very small part of the Ontario health care sys­ tem. Most of the money for health care came from general revenues collected through the tax system. What do I do when I go to the doctor or the hospital? Do what you usually do. Use your OHIP number. It’s still the same. Present your number to show that you are eligible for health care services. help you: What should I do if I do not have an OHIP number? Did we miss answering one of your questions? If you have further questions here are two ways we can HEART AND STROKE FOUNDATION OF ONTARIO Will the change affect personal coverage under company plans such as semi-private coverage or company drug plans? No. Why did the Ontario Government eliminate OHIP premiums? 1) Call your local OHIP office. You’ll find the number in the blue pages of your local telephone directory. or 2) Call the Ontario Ministry of Health toll-free number: 1-800-268-1154. TDD 1-8OO-387-5559. In the past, many companies paid all or a percentage of OHIP for their employees. Other companies paid nothing. Many Ontarians paid OHIP premiums on their own. Unfortunately, many of the people who had to pay their own premiums were those who could least afford them. The new Employer Health Tax and the elimination of OHIP premiums will make the system fair for everyone. Ministry of Health ® Ontario Ministere de la Sante