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open
service
Greeting the congregation at
Blyth United on Sunday, Dec. 9
were Fred Howson and Melda
McElroy. Ushering were Bruce and
Candice Howson, Lloyd Sippel and
Fred Howson.
The service opened with a carol
sing-song led by Cheryl Cronin
followed by the lighting of the
Advent candle, call to worship and
opening prayers. Hymns were “O
Come All Ye Faithful”, “Come
Thou Long Expected Jesus” and
“O Come, 0 Come Emmanuel”.
Scripture readings were from
Isaiah 40 (1-11) and Mark 1 (1-8).
During the children’s time Rev.
Ramirez explained the meaning of
the advent wreath. The green
colour symbolizes life and the circle
it forms represents the everlasting
love of God. The four candles
represent the four Sundays preced
ing Christmas. The purple candle
signifies royalty and penitance and
the pink candle represents joy and
happiness and the gift that God
gave us. The white candle in the
center represents Jesus, light of
the world, who gave us promise of
everlasting life and also stands for
purity. In charge of Junior Congre
gation was Bonnie Shannon.
In the absence of Mrs. Phyllis
Boak, John Ramirez was the very
able pianist for the service. He
accompanied the senior choir in the
singing of the anthem “What Child
is This”. It was announced that the
last mass choir practice will be held
at 8 p.m. this Thursday in prepara
tion for the Community Christmas
Service which will be held at Blyth
United, Sunday, Dec. 16 at 7:30
p.m. Speaker is Rev. Dr. Warren
Lammers from the Christian
Reformed Church. Also, special
music will be provided by a
Ministerial quartet. Sunday School
shopping spree will be held Sat.,
Dec. 15 (2 - 4 p.m.) This is a time
for children to shop while the
parents have refreshments (all
items are under $1.50).
Additional poinsettias have been
placed in the church by Frank and
Cenetta Bainton; by Marg Caldwell
and family and Dorothy and Laurie
Scott in loving memory of Earl; and
by George Hubbard and family in
loving memory of Marion. Also, a
fresh Christmas arrangement on
the piano was placed by the
Ramirez family in memory of
Lorenzo Ramirez Sr. and also in
celebration of the 68th wedding
anniversary of Mr. and Mrs.
Sauquillo (Norma’s parents).
The title of the sermon was
“Christmas Preparations”. Rev.
Ramirez commented on how every-
.one is busy preparing for Christ
mas and that many people say they
are glad when it is over. He said
Christmas is a holiday that we
don’t take time off - rather we put
time in.
When we grumble or complain
about all our preparations Rev.
Ramirez said we should be remind
ed from scripture of all God’s
preparation from the beginning for
the coming of Jesus. In this great
love, He extended his loving arm.
sending forth his son to carry the
load because of our sins.
In closing Rev. Ramirez said his
hope was that we at Christinas
prepare a place for Him around the
table, in our homes, and our
churches. May all our preparations
signify the true preparation that
God took in sending our Saviour.
Rosemary and Wayne Park
Couple weds in Dungannon
HAMM - PARK
The warm autumn wind rustled
the deep coloured leaves of fall on
Saturday, October 6, 1990 when
Rosemary Ann Hamm and Wayne
Barkley Park were united in holy
matrimony. The sun warmed this
beautiful day at Dungannon United
Church where family and friends
witnessed Wayne and Rosemary’s
union as husband and wife.
Proud parents are George and
Mary Hamm of Blyth and John and
Marina Park of Dungannon. The
mother of the bride wore a royal
blue chiffon dress and white roses
with blue accents adorned her wrist
corsage. The mother of the groom
wore a peacock-blue chiffon dress,
and white roses with matching blue
accents adorned her wrist corsage.
Both fathers wore black tuxedos
with black cummerbunds and bow
ties. Reverend Orilla Bogart and
Father Ray Renaud officiated this
beautiful ceremony of unity.
The bride wore a taffeta full-
length gown with scalloped neck
line and back beaded with pearls
and carried a fresh bouquet of
white and pink roses. Her starched
sleeves above the elbow were
intertwined with tiny beads and
pearls. The full-length gown and
train were beautifully appliqued
with roses and mother of pearl.
Rosemary’s headpiece of white
roses and pearls veiled her face as
she followed the procession with
her father down the aisle to her
beloved groom dressed in a black
shadow weave tuxedo with white
vest and white bow tie. The maid of
honour was Trudy Passchier, friend
of the bride. Bridesmaids were
Becky Hamm, cousin of the bride
and Roxanne Hamm, sister-in-law
of the bride. They all wore coral,
taffeta cocktail-length gowns with
matching coral shoes and carried
silk bouquets of coral and white
roses with delicate ivy. Flowergirl
was Brittnee Hamm, niece of the
bride, wearing a white taffeta gown
with coral sash. She carried a hoop
of flowers entwined in ribbon.
Best man was Tim Hodges,
friend of the groom. Ushers were
John Stanbury, brother of the
groom and Dennis Hamm, brother
ot the bride. Candlelighters were
Jason Stanburg, nephew of the
bride. They all wore black shadow
weave tuxedos with coral cummer
bunds and coral bow ties. Ring
bearer was Duncan Hamm, ne
phew of the bride, wearing a black
shadow weave tuxedo with white
vest and white bow tie and carried
the couple’s rings on a satin pillow.
Chauffered in a white limousine,
they were followed by family and
friends to the home of the bride’s
parents and then to the Blyth and
District Community Centre for a
Thanksgiving dinner and recep
tion. Having enjoyed a relaxing
honeymoon in Pennsylvania at the
Cove Haven Resort in the Poconos,
Wayne and Rosemary are now
residing in Clinton.
BLYTH
CHURCH OF GOD
CHRISTMAS
PROGRAM
Featuring
the
Blyth Christian
Puppeteers
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REV. DAVID FULLER, B.A., M. DIV.
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MORNING PRAYER
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BLYTH CHRISTIAN
REFORMEDCHURCH
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DR. W. H. LAMMERS
Sunday, Dec. 16-10a.m. service
Second serviceat Blyth United Church in theevening.
Sunday School 11:00a.m.
The Churchot the “Back to God Hour”and “Faith 20”
Back to God Hour 10:30a.m. CKNX Sunday
Faith20 5:00a.m. Weekdays, GlobalT.V.
ALL VISITORS WELCOME
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
BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH
Rev. Cameron McMillan
Church Office 887-6259 Manse 887-9313
<1 11:00 a.m.
Sunday,
December 16
* *
Morning Worship
“Jesus’ Joy”
Church School
Nursery
* * *
9:30 a.m.
Sunday,
December 16
Ethel Worship Service
Lord Jesus, come as peace in a divided world.
Melville
Presbyterian Church
BRUSSELS
Rev. Carolyn McAvoy
11:00 a.m. - Family service
-Church School Concert “The New Toy”
-Time of lunch & fellowship
following the service
9:30a.m. - Belgrave Service
-Sermon: “Christmas Music:
Song of the Angels”
We welcome you to come and worship with us!
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SUN. DEC. 16
7:30 p.m.
EVERYONE WELCOME
BOYS & GIRLS OF ALL AGES ... COME TO THE
CHILDREN’S
SHOPPING
SPREE
While your
children
shop parents can enjoy
a cup of coffee.
There will be helpers
for young shoppers to
choose the gift jus!
right for Mother, Dad,
Sister or Brother. y
SAT. DEC. 15, 1990
2 P.M. - 4 P.M.
AT
BLYTH UNITED
CHURCH
Children can gift wrap their
own gift or be assisted by one
of our friendly helpers.