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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1991-05-15, Page 28PAGE 28. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 15,1991. Peace, justice, theme of rally Golden anniversary Reta and Jack Blake celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in Blyth Sunday. The Blakes were married May 10, 1941 at the bride's Hullett township home. Blakes celebrate 50th On Sunday, May 12.. 1991 approximately 80 friends and rela­ tives gathered for an open house at the Blyth United Church to cele­ brate the 50th wedding anniversary of Jack and Reta Blake. Mr. and Mrs. Blake were married on May 10, 1941 at the home of the bride in Hullett Township. Mr. Bill Blake was his brother’s best man. The bride was attended by Gladys Caldwell (formerly Webster). The minister who officiated was Rev­ erend Arthur Sinclair. Speaker tells WZ some energy saving tips On Wednesday, May 8 the Majestic Women’s Institute held their meeting in the Brussels Library with 25 ladies attending. A poem on Mother’s Day was read by new president Leona Arm­ strong. Doris McCall read the minutes of the last meeting. Correspondence included information on a quilted runner contests and new courses on dressing up gifts, jewellery making and silk floral arrangements on June 3 and 10, and a course on June 5 on “Read My Lips”. A discussion was made on mak­ ing up shut-in boxes on May 15 and delivered on the same day to the Nursing Home. Alice Brothers and Freda Pipe will do the enter­ tainment. Doris McCall and Ida Evans will supply cupcakes. A reminder of the District Annu­ al on May 14 at Bluevale at 9:30 was mentioned. Roll call was “Name one way you have changed your household habits” was answered by the ladies. Dorothy Steffler introduced the speaker Debbie Trollope. Mrs. Trollope spoke on how to save energy and water in the home and named some simple cleaning prod­ ucts that have many uses. An inter­ esting fact was that spider plants absorb indoor pollution. A compar­ ison on price differences and using less chemicals on cleaning products was also brought to attention. Mrs. Trollope did demonstrations on cleaning brass and a solution for unclogging drains. Dorothy Steffler thanked the They farmed in Hullett Township before moving to their present resi­ dence in Blyth in 1964. For many years he was a chef at the Clinton Air Force Base and later at the Stratford General Hospital, until his retirement in 1978. The couple has four children: Ivan and Gertie Blake of Hanover, June and Lloyd McDowell of Strat­ ford, Sheila Kruse of wingham and Bruce and Barbara Crapper of Mil­ verton. lhey have seven grandchil­ dren and three great-grandchildren. speaker. Mrs. Steffler spoke on life 50 years ago with a number of mem­ bers remembering when and how we’ve changed our ways, in shop­ ping, eating habits and way of life at home. Remembering back gave a lot of happy memories but some were sad and left members with things to think about. In June, members are to promote Women’s Institute. Happy Birthday was sung to members, which was followed by a delicious lunch. E. Garland leads service throughout the week, the elders at Brussels Mennonite Fellowship set for their regular meeting as did the Mission Committee and the Prayer and Praise group. On Sunday, May 12 for the Mother’s Day Service, Elwin Gar­ land led the service and Mervin Lichty led the singing. Paul Green­ wood and Mervin Lichty gave Reflections on motherhood. Moth­ ers and grandmothers were present­ ed with flowers by children of any age. The Larprom famib. added to the worship by supplying special music. The regular fellowship pot luck meal was postponed until next Sunday. Peace and Justice in a troubled world was the theme for the spring rally of the Mailland Presbyterian Church, Whitechurch on Monday, May 6. Organist Jean Ross played suit­ able music to set the theme for the meeting. President, Isabel Arbuck­ le, welcomed everyone and opened the meeting with a reading “The Song that Moved the World from a Distance” and prayer. Kathleen Elliott welcomed everyone to Whitechurch. The worship service was con­ ducted by three ladies representing the Kincardine W.M.S., Audrey Boron, Laura Taylor, and Jessie Robinson. Mildred Purdon and Kathleen Elliott gathered the offer­ ing and the offertory prayer was given by Shirley Hawthorne of Lucknow. Jessie Johnston of Lucknow was Voice for Life appoints bd. The 17th annual Wingham and District Voice for Life dinner meet­ ing was held April 24 at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, Wingham. Rev. Stan Soltysik led the group in offering grace. A delicious roast beef dinner was served by the St. Andrew’s ladies. Rev. John Vaudry, pastor of St. Andrews offered thanksgiving and medita­ tion. Rev. Vaudry read from Eph­ esians 4. Christians must become mature in the Lord. Christians are called to speak the truth in love, a soft answer can turn away wrath. One must be calm and rational because the facts and truth are on our side. „ A welcome guest was Reggie Veindinger a director of Alliance for Life, Winnipeg. Mr. Jim Bakelaar the group’s president gave a short address. He informed the group that not only do abortions continue to be performed but the rate has increased. The pro- life struggle continues. He urged the group to make Canada a coun­ try that is safe for the unborn. The proposed board of directors for 1991-92 was introduced by Sally Campeau. Mr. and Mrs. Bert Sjarda were nominated as new board members. Mrs. Joan Van Den Assem intro­ duced the guest speaker Jakkie Jeffs, the regional director, Alliance for Life, Southern Ontario. Ms. Jeffs gave an interesting back­ ground to her becoming involved in he Pro-Life movement. She informed the group of many things with which all pro-lifers should be concerned. These issues are: Sex education in schools; new repro­ ductive techniques; the living-will legislation which is now before Parliament, and of course abortion. She called for all Christians to put aside their differences and work together to preserve life. In this movement ordinary people are called to do extraordinary things. They must look at these issues, be well-informed and stand up for what they believe in. If they put themselves where God wants them, they can make a difference, she said. They should remember that David beat Goliath. A new spirit of giving the recipient of an Honorary Mem­ bership Certificate presented by Rhoda MacKenzie, president of the Lucknow W.M.S. She also received a pin which her family had donated. The In Memoriam service was conducted by June Wylds of the Ashfield W.M.S. Jean Ross played three instru­ mental numbers on he organ which were enjoyed by all. Following the repeating of the Aim and Purpose of the W.M.S. Rev. J. Neilson sang two beautiful solos “Great Creator, God Who Called Us” and “This Is My Song, Oh God of All the Nations”. Recording Secretary Iso- bel Jeffray read the minutes of last year’s rally and Marjorie Wall gave the treasurer’s report. The roll call was answered by sixteen groups. Ina Ireland reported on the Chil­ dren’s Rally to be held at Camp Kintail, June 11. Highlights of the synodical held in Hamilton were given by Ethel Baker, Wilma ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA REV. DAVID FULLER, B.A., M. DIV. May 19 The Feast of Pentecost HOLY EUCHARIST Blyth 9:30 a.m. BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan Church Office 887-6259 11:00 a.m. * Sunday May 19 9:30 a.m. Manse 887-9313 - Morning Worship Service Sermon-" Gifts of the Holy Spirit" Church School - Nursery - Ethel Worship Service Our loved Dominion, bless with peace and happiness MELVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BRUSSELS Rev. Carolyn McAvoy 11:00 a.m. - Morning Service - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. - Belgrave Service We welcome you to come and worship with us BLYTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH HIGHWAY 4, BLYTH DR. W. H. LAMMERS Sunday at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. The Church of the "Back to God Hour" and "Faith 20" Back to God Hour 10:30 a.m. CKNX Sunday Faith 20 5:00 a.m. Weekdays, Global T.V. ALL VISITOR VM-LCOML 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 Wednesday - Prayer & Bible Study Friday 7:30 - Youth Clarke, Kay Brasjen and Margaret Underwood. Greetings were brought from Presbytery by Rev. J. Neilson stating that without the W.M.S. churches would be in great trouble and encouraged continued prayers and work. Beth Nichol invited everyone to the Spring Rally in 1992 in Teeswater. Everyone then moved to he base­ ment where guest speaker Evelyn Murdock showed slides depicting her work as Area Consultant. She is a very busy person working with young people, Explorers, camp leaders, associating with missionar­ ies, training elders and helping to let people know the resources that are available. Kathleen Elliott thanked the speaker and Margaret Keith extended courtesies to the ladies of Whitechurch and to each one that had taken part. Following the singing of “Let There Be Peace on Earth”. Betty Bushell closed the meeting in prayer. Brussels 11:15 a.m.