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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1990-11-21, Page 20PAGE 20. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 1990. From the Minister's Study Use your talents don’t hide them, minister says BY REV. CAMERON McMILLAN BRUSSELS UNITED AND ETHEL UNITED CHURCH What is your talent? Are you a baseball player or a hockey star? As you good at cooking or at handcrafts? Do you excel as a student, or a farmer or a worker in business? Do you have social skills that make you very popular? Everybody has some talents, and our talents all are different. Jesus once told a story about three people who each were gifted with different talents. One had five talents, another two talents and the third one talent. The five and two talent persons put their talents to work and achieved some outstand­ ing results. They ended up with twice as much as they started out with. The five talent person had 10 talents and the two talent person four talents. Jesus spoke most approvingly of the work that they did. They proved that they were hard working, ambitious, responsible people. They were granted even more responsibilities on the basis of the good work that they did. The third person hid his talent in the ground. He acted as if it did not exist and did absolutely nothing with it. When judgement day came along, he could produce absolutely nothing extra to show in the way of improvements that he had made to this world. Jesus severely condemned this man who made absolutely no use of the talent he was given. His one talent was taken away from him and given to the man who had produced ten talents. He was sent away into outer darkness where all he could do was cry and grind his Bluevale church setting for autumn wedding teeth in sorrow for the mistake that he had made. Talents are meant to be used, not hidden. Put them on a lampstand where everyone can see them and gain benefit from them. Don’t hide them under a bushel basket where nobody will know that they exist. The amazing thing is that the more we practise and make use of our talents, the better we become, the more efficient and expert we become at putting our talents to use. If you put your talent on a shelf and never use it, some day it will deteriorate and dry up and Mitchell and Deborah Braun BRAUN - JOHNSTON Bluevale United Church was the setting for the autumn wedding of Mitchell David Braun and Deborah Ann Johnston on September 22, 1990. Rev. Bonnie Cole Arnal officiated at the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Murray and Audrey Johnston of RR 2, Bluevale and the groom is the son of Mrs. Florence Robinson of Wingham. The bride’s sister, Valerie Wat­ son of Brussels, was her matron of honour. Bridesmaids were: Sandra Schiestal, Teeswater; Shari Flett, Teeswater; Becky Cerson, Tees­ water and Jennifer Collins of Kitchener. Jill Johnston, of RR 2, Bluevale, a cousin of the bride was flower girl. Attending the groom was his best man Steve Nicholson of Wing­ ham and his ushers Rick Shiestal and Blake Flett, both of Teeswater; Doug McFarlin, Barrie and Jim Dennis, Kenora. Ringbearer was Ryan Moran of Belgrave. A reception followed at the Belmore Community Centre, after which the newlyweds departed for a honeymoon trip to Northern Ontario. Since returning they are living at RR 2, Bluevale. eventually you will find that you are completely unable to use it at all. Use your talent. Make your contribution to building a better world. If you do not use it, you will find that eventually you are unable to use it at all. You and the world are a poorer place because of your unused talent. Read Matthew 25: 14-30. TOM & BETTY Nov. 24th, 1990 WMS talks of ‘Heroes’ The November meeting of Mel­ ville W.M.S. was held at the home of Isobel Gibson. Helen Elliott the president, opened the meeting with a poem “What is God like” and prayer. The hymn “One there is above all others” was read by Ruby Steiss. The secretary’s and treasurer’s reports were read and approved. Several items of business were discussed. Isabel Adams and Leona Armstrong were named a nominat­ ing committee. The offering was taken by Isabel Adams and dedicated by Helen Elliott. The hymn “O God of Love, O King of Earth” was ready by Isobel Gibson. A Remembrance verse was read by Helen Elliott. The roll call was answered with a Woman leads service Ray Nafoiger from Chesley brought the message to Brussels Mennonite Fellowship on Sunday. He spoke on “The Holy Silence”. Thelma Steinman led the worship service. Don and Kathy Procter, Pastor Gordon and Erma Bauman attend­ ed the MCC annual meeting at Leamington this weekend. Sunday evening was busy at the church with a children’s video, an adult video, “Your At Home Feel­ ings” and the Youth Group meet­ ing all taking place. The Ladies Group will meet on Tuesday evening at the church. The monthly men’s Fellowship Breakfast will be held on Saturday. Bible verse containing the word “free”. Wilma Hemingway had the meditation on “Heroes” and pray­ er. The scripture from Ephesians, chap. 3, verses 14 and 15 was read by Helen Elliott. The topic on the world of Islam, the Moslems and their religion was well given by Helen Elliott. The meeting closed with the Mizpah benediction. A lovely lunch was served by the hostess assisted by Marguerite Krauter and Thelma Cardiff and a social time enjoyed. Love, your family November25 Blyth 9:30 a.m. Melville Presbyterian Church BRUSSELS Rev. Carolyn McAvoy 11:00 a.m. - Morning Service - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. - Belgrave Service ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA REV. DAVIDFULLER, B.A., M. DIV. The Reign of Christ HOLY COMMUNION Brussels 11: 15 a.m. We welcome'you to come and worship with us! HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE AUBURN 526-7515 10:00 a.m. - Family Bible Hour 11:00 a.m. - Morning Service 8:00 p.m. - Evening Service Tuesday, 4:15 - Kids’ Klub Wednesday - Livestyle Evangelism Friday, 7:30 - Youth 'Tfafafay 25t&. HAROLD AND KAREN Steve and Chris, sons of Fred and Teuni Smith, are holding a dance to celebrate their parents’ 25th Wedding Anniversary on November 24, at the Brussels. Morris and Grey Community Centre, Brussels From9-1. Everyone Welcome. Best Wishes Only. A BLYTH CHRISTIAN REFORMEDCHURCH HIGHWAY4, BLYTH DR. W. H. LAMMERS Sunday at 10a.m. and 2:30p.m. Sunday School 11:00a.m. The Churchof the “Back toGod Hour” and “Faith20’’ Back to God Hour 10:30a.m. CKNX Sunday Faith20 5:00a.m. Weekdays, GlobalT.V. ALL VISITORS WELCOME BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan Church Office 887-6259 Manse 887-9313 A $11:00 a.m. Sunday, November 25 Morning Worship “Helping Others’’ Church School Nursery 11:30 a.m. Thursday, November 22 U.C.W. Luncheon Bake Sale 9:30 a.m. Sunday, November 25 Ethel Morning Worship Church School Help us to do the Things we should and be to others kind and good.