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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1991-12-11, Page 7AuburnThenewsfrom Compiled by Mildred Lawlor Phone 526-7589 Minister’s message tells of Promises The second candle for Advent was lit on Sunday morning, December 8 at Auburn Missionary Church by Susan Dobie. Gail Dobie read a poem ‘Jesus is our peace’. The ladies' choir of Auburn Missionary Church sang Brussels UCW holds potluck Brussels United Church Women held their December meeting in the Church Sunday School rooms. Pot luck supper was held at 6:30 p.m. Welcome was given by President Gertie Kellington who read a poem “Always a Christmas Night”. May was the month chosen for the birthday party at the Nursing Home in Wingham. The ladies will look after the Sunday Service on January 13 celebrating the 30th anniversary of the U.C.W. Shut-in boxes will be done up on December 19 at 10 a.m. The treasurer's report was given by Joyce Jacklin. The worship service was led by Luella Mitchell. The theme was “What is Christmas?” Scripture “Christmas Story” was read by Betty Campbell. Messages about what Christmas means to us were read by Betty Campbell, “The Can­ dle”; Dorothy Steffler, “Christmas Tree”; Laura Barbour, “Friends”; and Luella Mitchell, “Sharing”. A duet was sung Betty Campbell and Joyce Jacklin. The Christmas Carol, “The Holly and the Ivy” was sung. Small presentations were done on the origins of some Christmas tra­ ditions. Using the theme of flowers, Audrey Cardiff told the legend of the Christmas Rose. Dorothy Stef­ fler used the idea of stockings for her theme of children, while Audrey Cardiff did something on shopping. The theme of gifts was presented by Luella Mitchell. Betty Campbell told of the candle in the window. “We Three Kings” was sung. Prayer was given by Laura fol­ lowed by the Lord's Prayer. “O Holy Night” closed the meeting followed by the benediction. ‘How Great our Joy’ during the morning service. Pastor Came's message, taken from Isaiah 9: 2-7, was ‘Promises’. We make many promises but never keep them. God makes large, gen­ erous promises and they are sure. In John 3: 16 God gave and at Christmas time this verse takes on great meaning. Christmas is all about love. The love of God drives some around the world to tell of this great love. This is a miracle. In Isa. 9:2 it says ‘the people walking in darkness have seen a great light’. Christ is the light of the world. What a great revelation when the light of Jesus dawns in our souls. / In Isa. 9:6 it says ‘and the government will be upon His shoulders. ’ It is a blessed day when God takes control of our lives. He is lord over every circumstances and He is in control of our lives when we have accepted Christ. The Lord can do something about our rebellion and our uncontrolled nature. Sunday, Dec. 22 the annual Christmas concert of Auburn Mis­ sionary Church will be a slide pre­ sentation of the Christmas story portrayed by members of the con­ gregation. All are welcome. Sunday, Dec. 15 Pearl Gibbins of Hanover will be guest soloist. People Miss Kathy Weigal and Mrs. Bonnie Armour of Waterloo visited Ruth and Tom Jardin on Saturday. NOTICE THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11,1991. PAGE 7. Preparing for Christmas, sermon topic Rev. Paul Ross conducted the morning service at Knox United Church and Nancy Park was organ­ ist. Rev. Ross gave the invitation to worship and opening prayers fol­ lowed by the hymn “Away In A Manger”. Rev. Ross told the chil­ dren's story, and the second Advent candle was lit followed by the hymn “Jesus Loves The Little Chil­ dren”. The hymn “The Advent of Our God” was sung. The Responsive Psalm was read alternately and Euchre results There were five tables in play on Tuesday evening, December 3 held at the Community Hall. Winners were: high lady, Mil­ dred Lawlor; low lady, Feme Howatt; high man, Ed Daer; low man, Edgar Howatt; novelty prize, Lillian Letherland. Euchre parties are held every Tuesday evening at the Community Hall at 8 p.m. WI meets The Women's Institute meeting will be held on Thursday, Decem- oer 1V. It will be the Christmas pot luck dinner at 12:30. Bring your spouse or friend. The roll call is money or gift for the Children's Aid. Walden Photography NOTICE VILLAGE OF BLYTH BLYTH PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION VACANT SEAT Written submissions from qualified candidates to fill the vacant position on Blyth Utilities Commission will be received at Blyth Clerk's Office until 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 3rd, 1992. Submissions will be considered, in camera, at the first regular meeting of Blyth Council, January 8th, 1992. Village of Blyth Council BLYTH HYDRO ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS RATE INCREASE The general Increase In the wholesale cost of power from Ontario Hydro has made It necessary that the Blyth Hydro Electric Commission Increase the retail rate effective January 1st, 1992 as follows: RESIDENTIAL SERVICE First 250 kwh at 10.78 per kwh All additional kwh at 7.02 per kwh Minimum bill $6.70 GENERAL SERVICE (0-5000 kw) Bill Demand First 50 kw at No Charge Balance kw at 5.50 per kw ENERGY CHARGES First 250 kwh at 10.78 per kwh Next 12,250 kwh at 7.72 per kwh All additional kwh at 5.51 per kwh Minimum bill under 50 kw of billing demand $6.70. Blyth Hydro Electric Commission. “Gloria” was sung. Rev. Ross read the scripture. Kevin Webseter sang the anthem. The hymn “How Great Our Joy” was sung. Rev. Ross's sermon was entitled “Preparing For Christmas”. Rev. Ross gave the Prayers of Thanksgiving and intercession, and the Lord's Prayer was repeated in unison. The offering was received by Greg Park and Larry Plaetzer and for the Sunday School brought for­ ward by Amanda Dunbar and dedi­ cated. The Doxology was sung. The closing hymn was “Good Christian Men Rejoice” and Rev. Ross pronounced the benediction and the choral response “All Praise Eternal Son” concluded the service. The Ecumenical Christmas ser­ vice will be held at Knox United Church Sunday evening, December 15 at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday School Christmas Pageant will be held next Sunday, December 15 at 10 a.m. The senior youth group will meet Thursday, December 12 at 8 p.m. at Paul's for an evening of fellowship and a study of poverty in Canada. NOTICE BLYTH HYDRO ELECTRIC CUSTOMERS Effective January 1st, 1992 the monthly Utility due date will be the 15th of each month, or the previous working day. December meter reading will be one week early, due to Festive Season holi­ days, December 18th, 19th and 20th. January meter reading - January 23rd, 24th and 27th, 1992. Helen R. 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