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The Lucknow Sentinel, 1976-12-22, Page 141 Mrs. Ross Shiells presided for the program. She had an interesting Christmas devotion of readings, '-scripture verses, carols and prayer with several members taking part. Miss Helen Thompson sang a lovely / solo .with Mrs. McGillivray at the piano. Mrs. McLean of Amberler was guest speaker and gave an inspiring Christmas/ message. Miss Lorna Campbell had a Christmas reading. A surprise visit' from Santa Claus concluded the program. Miss Susan Kreutzweiser played Christ- mas music, and lunch was served. STANDS THE TEST Look for quality always—it will ' be remembered .a long time after the price is forgotten. Home is where hearts are . especially during Christmas. Our hope is that 'every home is filled with, the warmth of the true Christmas spirit. Many thanks to everyone. BILL'S.:PLACE RUTH AND BILL ROGUES FACE FOURTEEN THE LUCKNOW SENTINEL, 4,tocKNow, ONTARIO yirEONEspAY, DECEMBER 22, 1976 Kiniough A.C.W. KINLOUGH NEWS The. December meeting of the Kinlough Anglican Church Women was held on Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs., Bert Nicholson with 18 ladies and 5 children present. Miss- May Boyle presided and extended a welcome to all, and gave a "A Thought on Christmas" and prayer after which all joined in singing "I came upon the midnight clear"; Mrs. Gerald RhOdy read the Christmas story from the 2nd chapter' of St. Luke.. Mrs. Eric ' Thacker gave the meditation on "Christmas" and all repeated the Lord's prayer, followed by an article from the Living Message. A vote of thanks was tendered Mrs. Roy Collins, for haiiing the program planning group, and to Mrs. Del- bert Hedley for providing the trans- portation, to all those -who were responsible for sending the bales, and a special thanks to. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Currie for delivering the St. Monica House bale to Waterloo, and also to those who braved the storm 'on December 7th to take a program to the residents of Pinecrest Manor, Lucknow. The roll call was answered with. "Personal Thoughts of Christmas" and on Sunday, ' December 19th following the 10.30 -service the Christmas Party will be held when the children will have their program and carol singing and receive their gifts and Christmas treats. The program 'was divided into groups and Mrs. Howard Thomp- son and Mrs. Roy Collins presented a playette "Getting ready for Christmas" which 'brought out the true meaning of Christmas and the carols "Deck the Halls" and "Away in a Manger" were sung. A play, "Christmas Gift Giving" was GREETINGS les a season rich in brotherly love, let's share its joys with one and all, MURRAY GAUNT M.P.P. HURON-BRUCE given by Mrs. Midford Wall, Mrs. David Haldenby and MrS: Ed Green, who also had a reading "Faith and Love". Mrs, John Scott then gave a reading "My evergreen memory", telling the story of a poor immigrant family • who received kindness from a neighbour, which gave them a happy Christmas when' they received a fresh green Christmas tree. Mrs. Eric Thacker gave "A Christmas Recipe". Mrs. Delbert Hedley and May Boyle added some humour to the afternoon with a dialogue "The Proposal". Mrs. Art Haldenby gave a well prepared paper 'on "Christmas Thoughts". All joined in singing "Silent Night". Mrs. Bert Nicholson /gave a lovely Christmas reading. Mrs. Roy Sc.hneller and Mrs. Art Haldenby each expressed thanks for get well cards. Mrs. John Scott thanked Mrs. Nicholson, and all who had taken part in the program, and also to Lois Nicholson who had a gift and candy cane for each of the children present. The meeting closed with prayer remembering the sick and bereav- ed in our midst. Grace was' sung and a delicious lunch was served. The January meeting will be held at the home of Mrs.. Art Haldenby on January '13th. It will be a quilting and the work committee, Mrs. Bert Nicholson, Mrs. GeOrge Graham and Mrs. Art' Haldenby will be in' charges Whitechurch C.O.C. WHITECHURCH NEWS Whitechurch C.O.C. held their December meeting in the Sunday School room during the church • service. David Ross gave the call to worship, The scripture was the 23rd Psalm which was repeated by all. ICendra Purdon led in prayer. I and also read the minutes, The roll call was answered by 8 giving a verse of Christmas. The offering was received by Linda Versteeg and the offertory prayer was given by Brian Ross. David Ross gave a reading "the Indian Prayer's. ' The Junior Story given by Mrs. Archie Plirdon was Dorothy and John Choose to be Kind. Mrs. Simpson's stories for the Seniors were Treasure Your Dreams and Here Comes the Good News Boat. The Seniors also enjoyed a Bible WU. The meeting closed, all Tepeat- .hig the C.O.C. prayer. 4s , Unit 3 U.C.W. The December meeting of Unit 3 of Lucknow United Church Women met ' at, the home 'of' Mrs, Ross Shiells. There were 17 members and 1 visitor present. Mrs. Bert Alton opened the meeting 'with a Christmas reading, hymn 47 was sung and the Lord's prayer repeated. The January meeting will begin with a visit to Pinecrest Manor and the meeting will folloW at Mrs. Kirklan, s home. Mrs. Wightman gave The community friendship report and Mrs. Stuart McGillivray gave a paper on Christian and Missionary Education. The offering was taken and Mrs. Alton led in prayer. 1 • N\ \\- \‘' May the light &joy and good will shine brightly into the hearts of all mankind, as on the Holy Night when the Prince of Peace was born. During this Christmas• season, we wish you and yours an.#bundance of- holiday blessings. And at this time we say a special "Thank You" for the privilege of serving you. MANAGEMENT AND STAFF . 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