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The Citizen, 1990-12-21, Page 36PAGE 36. THE CITIZEN, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1990. Blyth churches join for community service A combined community Christ­ mas service was held at Blyth United Church at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 in Blyth United Church. Music director was Mrs. Phyllis Boak assisted by John Ramirez. Baptism held at Blyth United Church Greeting the congregation on Sunday, Dec. 16 were Fred Howson and Feme McDowell. The service opened with a carol sing-song, led by Cheryl Cronin, followed by the lighting of the advent candle. Hyms were “Good Christian Men Rejoice”, “O Little Town of Bethlehem” and “It Came Upon A Midnight Clear”. The Junior and Intermediate choirs sang “Christmas is the Time for Many joys in Christmas The church was filled to capacity with several members of area churches present. The service opened with the call to worship, opening prayer and a mass choir processional while singing the first Love” and the senior choir’s an­ them was “Christmas Hymn”, accompanied by Mrs. Phyllis Boak. John Ramirez on piano assisted Mrs. Boak with the music for the remainder of the service. The offering was collected by Fred Howson. Bruce and Chris Howson and Jodi Sippel. Scripture reading was Isaiah 35 (1-10). During the children’s time Rev. Ramirez explained to the children how the pink candle in the Advent wreath represents gifts. God, in his great love, gave the gift hymn “O Come All Ye Faithful”. The old testament passage Isaiah 9 (1-7) was read followed by three numbers by the mass choir “Re­ deeming Love”, “Go Tell it on the Mountain” and ‘‘Christmas of his son to us so we may have, eternal life. In charge of the children, following the message, was Krista Lawrie. The sermon title was “Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah”. The sacrament of baptism was observed with Mitchell Scott, son of Kevin and Karen Coultes being baptized. Welcoming Mitchell and the parents along with the congrega­ tion was Harvey Snell, clerk of session. Additional poinsettias have been placed in the church by Irvin Bowes Hymn” led by Mrs. Cheryl Cronin.' The New Testament Passage Matthew 18-25 was read followed by singing of “Silent Night”. A special selection by the ministerial quartet was enjoyed with the four in loving memory of David Bowes and Amanda Wilson, by Irvin and Betty Bowes and family and Marg Taman in memory of Murray and Mary Gillespie, and by Marg Taman and family in loving mem­ ory of husband and sons Wes, Jim and Lyle. It was announced that there will be a Christmas Eve and Commun­ ion service Dec. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Sunday School will be starting at 11 a.m. on Jan. 6. Next Sunday is Family Sunday #4. There will be no Sunday School. pastors who were in charge of service taking part. Rev. Pastor Carne, Rev Pastor Paul Ross, Rev. Dr. Warren Lammers, and Rev. Pastor Lorenzo Ramirez. The offer­ ing which was given to the World Home Bible League for Distribu­ tion in Russia was collected by Fred Howson, Bruce and Chris Howson and Lloyd Sippel. Luke 2 (1-20) was read followed by a very inspiring message entitled “Whose Glory? Whose Peace” given by Rev. Dr. Warren Lammers. The mass choir sang two more selections “I can not tell” and “Still, Still, Still”. The service closed with singing of “Hark the Herald Angels Sing” and benediction. Lunch followed after the worship. Sponsoring churches were Auburn Missionary Church, Auburn United Church, Blyth Church of God, Blyth Chris­ tian Reformed Church, Blyth Trin­ ity Anglican, Blyth. United and Londesboro United. season It seems to start a little earlier every year. Before anyone is really prepared for it, the Christmas season is suddenly upon us. In big cities and small towns alike, decor­ ations go up, lights are strung everywhere, and sometimes a creche or a huge Christmas tree is set up in the town square. Shopping malls and department stores go all out with their own decorations, as they attempt to attract holiday shoppers. Christ­ mas music is heard everywhere. Santas on every corner and in every mall create confusion both for children and for parents, who must try to explain how Santa moves around so quickly. And, everyday, we are reminded countless times of how many shopping days are left until Christmas Day. For children, the weeks preced­ ing Christmas Day are the most exciting of the entire year. Their anticipation grows stronger with each passing day. All the activities of the holiday season are thrilling for children: Talking to Santa, helping to select and decorate the tree (perhaps with ornaments they have made them­ selves), making or buying small gifts for mom and dad, and eating freshly baked Christmas cookies. Perhaps, if they are lucky, they will be taken to a see performance of Tchaikovsky’s Nutrcracker Suite, or one of many regional holiday delights. Finally, Christmas Eve arrives, and children across the country lie in their beds, listening for the sound of reindeer hooves on roof­ tops, vowing to stay awake until they hear them, but inevitably falling asleep. When morning finally comes, they rush down the stairs to find that Santa has eaten the cookies which were set out for him, and left piles of brightly-wrapped presents under the tree. Adults, too, look forward to Christmas, though not usually with the same frenzied anticipation which children feel. For those past childhood, the joys of the holidays may be tempered by stressful factors, like cleaning the house for guests, visiting with in-laws, and dreading the arrival, in January, of all the bills. But, by the time the last carol has been sung, the last card opened, the last present unwrapp­ ed, the last goodbye said to visiting friends and relatives, most people find that all their cares have been swept away in a joyous tide of holiday feeling. And, many people find that the childish delights of the holidays have been replaced by a mature understanding of the true meaning of Christmas. Celebrate this Christmas at church 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 Melville Presbyterian Church BRUSSELS Rev. Carolyn McAvoy Dec. 23-11:00 a.m. - Family Service Choir Cantata: “God’s Perfect Gift” Dec. 23 - 9:30 a.m. - Belgrave Service -Sermon: “Christmas Music: Christ’s Song” ******* Christmas EveService; 7:30p.m. at Melville Sharedserviceof Brussels United and Melville Presbyterian Dramatic Message-Special Music -Children’sTime ComeandcelebrateChristmas with us!! ****** Dec. 30-9:30a.m.-Belgrave Service -Sermon: “Christmas Music: Simeon’s Song” We welcome you to come and worship with us! BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan Church Office 887-6259 Manse 887-9313 Christmas Sunday December 23,1990 10:45am Musicby the IntermediateChoir 11:00am Family WorshipService “The Best Gift Of All” Nursery provided Brussels United Church extends a sincere invitation to all members and friends to worship together on this joyful Sunday. 9:30am Ethel Family WorshipService Nursery Provided Christmas Eve 7:30pm Joint service for thecongregations December 24 of Melville Presbyterian and Brussels United at Melville Presbyterian Joy to the world, the Lord is come! BLYTHCHRISTIAN REFORMEDCHURCH HIGHWAY4, BLYTH DR. W. H. LAMMERS 11:00- Christmas Day Service Special Music- Everyone Welcome Sunday School 11:00a.m. The Church of 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 ^ ANGLICAN CHURCH A' OF CANADA REV. DAVID FULLER, B.A., M. DIV. December 23 Advent 4 . Brussels 11:15a.m. Blyth 9:30 a.m. MORNING PRAYER December 24 HOLY COMMUNION Christmas Eve Blyth Brussels 8:00 p.m.11:00 p.m. December 25 HOLY COMMUNION Brussels-8:00a.m. Christmas Day December 30 HOLY COMMUNION Christmas 1 Blyth Brussels 9:30 a.m.11:15 a.m. January6 HOLY COMMUNION Epiphany Blyth Brussels 9:30 a.m.11:15 a.m.