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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1991-12-04, Page 7THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1991. PAGE 7. B elgraveThe news from Mennonites light Advent candle Compiled by Helen Stonehouse Phone 887-9487 UCW elects new officers The first candle of Advent was lit during the regular service at Brus sels Mennonite Fellowship on Sun day, December 1. Lyall Winger of Brussels Men nonite and John Regal lit the can dle. John was one of several youth from Fort Erie who spent the week end in Brussels on a Youth Exchange Program. Pastor Tom Warner preached on Promises. Advent is a season to remember the first coming of Christ and to be reminded that He will come again. We have been promised that we can be changed because of the first coming of Christ and we look forward with Belgrave United Church Women held their Christmas meeting November 28. The program entitled “An Advent Journey” was a candlelight service of prayers, songs and read ings for the Advent season. Those taking part were Mrs. Harold Vin cent, Mrs. Jack Taylor and Mrs. Ross Anderson with scripture read ings by Mrs. Les Shaw, Mrs. Ross Higgins and Mrs. Jim Hunter. Christmas poems were read by Mrs. Laura Johnston, Mrs. Olive Bolt and Mrs. Sam Pletch. Four candles were lit and brought to the Advent wreath in the centre of the room: The Candle of Creation, The Candle of Liberation, The Candle for a Prophet's Mission and The Candle of Anticipation. Mrs. Don ald Procter played a piano solo “O Holy Night”. The president Mrs. Gordon Bosman conducted the business meeting. Shut-in boxes will be pre pared again this year and donations can be left with Mrs. Laura John ston before December 13. Articles were collected which will be taken to the Friendship House in Goderich. Ycar-end reports were heard and the new slate of officers for the coming year will be: Past President, Mrs. Louise Bosman; President, Mrs. Mary Hunter; Vice-President, to be appointed; Treasurer, Mrs. Donna Shaw; Stewardship and Finance, Mrs. Dorothy Coultes; Secretary and Communications, Mrs. Barbara Anderson; Assistant Secretary, Mrs. Edith Vincent; Church and Society, Mrs. Lorna Cook, Mrs. Doris Michie; World Outreach, Mrs. Mary Taylor, Chris tian Development, Mrs. Mildred Yuill, Mrs. Mabel Wheeler, Mrs. Kay Roberts; In-Church Services, Mrs. Donelda Cottrill, Mrs. Ruth Johnston, Miss Annie Cook, Mrs. Jean Pattison; Social Committee, Mrs. Linda Campbell, Mrs. Flo rence Me Arter, Mrs. Laura John ston, Mrs. Donna Shaw, Mrs. Barbara Anderson, Mrs. Lillian Campbell, Mrs. Hilda Vincent; Leadership Development, Mrs. Muriel Coultes; Archives, Mrs. Olive Bolt; Auditors, Mrs. Nancy Michie, Mrs. Isabelle Logan; Pianist, Mrs. Freda Johnston; Nom inating Committee, Mrs. Edith Vin cent, Mrs. Freda Johnston, Mrs. Thelma Pletch, Mrs. Wilma Hig gins. At the close of the meeting a social time was enjoyed over a cup of tea. E thelThe news from expectation the second coming. This expectation should also change us, and the way we live our lives now. On Saturday, the Sell Help Sale of crafts from Third World Coun tries was held at the Church. Thursday evening found the Church Gymnasium in burst of activity as the Venture Club for Community Children grades 3-6, held its weekly meeting. About 35 children participated in games, crafts, stories and fun. Compiled by Margaret McMahon Phone 887-9250 Community honours bride-to-be Euchre winners Eight tables were in play at the weekly euchre which was held in the W.I. Hall, Belgrave, Wednes People Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sproule, Bayfield, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walk er, Goderich and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stonehouse, Belgrave visited with Mrs. Agnes Walker of Maple Grove Lodge, Goderich, Sunday, December 1 and while there they all attended the Christmas Tea at the Lodge. day, November 27. Winners were: high lady, Mrs. Olive Bolt; second high lady, Mrs. Clarence Hanna; lucky draw, lady, Mrs. Jean Pattison; most lone hands, lady, Mrs. Dennis Leddy; low lady, Mrs. Leslie Vincent; high man, Robert Grasby; second high man, Lewis Stonehouse; lucky draw, man, Gordon Bosman; most lone hands, man, George Johnston; low man, Tom Pfeiffer. There will be euchre again Wednesday, December 4 starting at 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Despite a stormy winter night many guests gathered at the Pres byterian Church Monday night, November 25 to shower Darlene Bishop with well wishes and many lovely gifts. Seated beside Darlene were her mother, Rose Marie, her future mother-in-law, Mary Hametha, her bridal attendants Colleen Paranyi, Brenda Sjaarda, Nancy McGrory, flowergirls Keisha and Karla Bishop and her grandmother Vera Nicholson. Everyone enjoyed a musical program with selections by Chris, Richard and Cheryl Arm strong and Amy Thomas. A complimentary address was read by Gail Semple and Darlene was presented with many lovely and useful gifts for which she thanked the ladies and also those who organized the shower, Dale Finch, Gail and Kathleen Semple. Lunch was served by the hostesses. Darlene's parents invited every one to come to their home on Dec. 29 to see the gifts. Ross and Shirley Nicholson, Keith and Carol Nicholson and Joe and Hanna Nicholson attended the pre-opening celebration of Marlene Lobsinger's Country Style Donut Shop on Victoria Street in Kitchener on Monday night. The Donut shop opens officially on November 27. Vera Nicholson, Rose Marie and Clarence Bishop, Joe, Hanna and Kari-Anne Nichol son and Michael Bishop attended the opening on Wednesday. We extend our sympathy to Beth Johnson and family in the passing of Beth's brother, Harry Barnard on Sunday at Thamesford. A number of relatives from here attended funeral services on Wednesday at Thamesford. Gift Certificates are available at the Township Office to purchasers of the East Wawanosh History Book The gift certificates will bet redeemed at the East Wawanosh office when publication is announced. Order your book now for $40. (G.S.T. Included). J BRUSSELS VILLAGE MARKET We reserve the right to limit quantities Prices in effect from December 2 - 7 While quantities last Deliveries Monday to Friday only! 887-9226 F QUALITY SCHNEIDER’S MEATS PEPPERETTES 125 G. 1. MINI SIZZLER SAUSAGES SHEPHERD'S PIE 175 G. .99 GROCERY SAVINGS Ethel 4H BY WANDA MARTIN The third meeting of the Ethel Milk Mates was held on November 2 at Heidi Menzi's. The roll call was taken and the members found that cheddar cheese was very popular. After the busi ness and book work everybody had a chance to taste test some cheese. Many of the members were afraid to try some new cheese, while oth ers ended up with “Limburger- breath”. While a few were in the kitchen preparing the snack, the rest played Milk Bingo. The snack included Cheese Souf fle and Mini Cheesecakes and it was quite good. The fourth meeting was held on November 16 at Heidi Menzi's. After the roll call, the achievement day was discussed. Then the members learned about yogurt. They all watched as Heidi Menzi showed the members how to make yogurt and butter. While a group of members were in the kitchen the other members played an Ice Cream trivia game. • When it was time to eat, the club enjoyed homemade yogurt and pan cakes with lots of homemade but ter, maple syrup and jam. ‘AVrap up all your shopping in just ope stop! 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