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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 1992-05-13, Page 32PAGE 32. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 1992. Christian church needs all kinds of leaders says Rev. BY REV. CAMERON MCMILLAN BRUSSELS AND ETHEL UNITED CHURCHES The Christian church needs all kinds of leaders. Each person has unique and special gifts that they contribute to the church. When the church was first established, 2,000 years ago, in the months following Jesus' resurrection, two great leaders guided its development: St. Peter and St. Paul. They were quite different people, totally opposite personalities. Make-up madness Applying make-up can be an arduous task. Just ask Bev Walden who was transforming children like Matthew Smith into clowns at the Blyth United Church garage sale held at the Blyth Community Center Friday night. Peter was uneducated, a rough, tough fisherman. He got to know Jesus very well during the three years Jesus preached and taught at various places in Palestine. He followed him wherever he went. Peter wavered in his faith. He had his times of doubt. When Jesus was arrested, he actually deserted him and ran away. He told people that he never knew Jesus. Jesus forgave Peter for his unfaithfulness. Peter was under a lot of pressure. After Jesus' resurrection, Peter regained his confidence and belief in Jesus. Fifty days after Easter, Peter preached a powerful sermon after which 3,000 people joined the Christian church. He was the leader of the church in Jerusalem. Eventually, he became the church's leader in Rome. Paul was a sophisticated, very well educated man, a world traveller, fluent in both speaking and writing. He never met Jesus, nor did he know Peter during the time that Jesus was alive. Paul was a strict, orthodox Jew. He hated Christianity and everything Christians believed and stood for. He persecuted Christians and was part of a squad of militant Jews that hunted down Christians and put them in jail. Jesus forgave Paul for his vicious attacks and beatings of Christians. Paul began to have his doubts about his reasons for persecuting Christians. One day, he met Jesus in a thunderstorm, outside the city of Damascus. Paul changed the whole course of his life after that. Instead of persecuting Christians, he became Jesus' greatest supporter. He preached sermons . and travelled all over the nations surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, winning converts to Christ's cause. He wrote strong letters defending and explaining Christianity which form the foundation of the New Testament portion of our Bible. It doesn't matter whether we grow into Christian faith slowly, with much stumbling and many setbacks as Peter did, or whether we suddenly change our ways and become a strong supporter of Jesus after a previous lifetime of sin like Paul. Jesus forgives whatever past mistakes we have made. He invites us to be his faithful follower now and forever more. The church needs leaders like Peter and Paul in every age. Won't you become one of Jesus' supporters now? THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA You are welcome this Sunday May 17 - 5th Sunday of Easter at Trinity, Blyth St. John's, Brussels 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. The Rev’d E. Paul Acton, 887-9273 BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan Church Office 887-6259 11:00 a.m. Babies baptized at Blyth United Welcoming the congregation on Mother's Day Sunday, May 10 at Blyth United Church were Les and Shirley Rutledge. Ushers were John, Mary Lou and Pauline Stewart and Kim Ferguson. The service opened with a sing song led by Cheryl Cronin, followed by the call to worship and prayers of Invocation and Confession. Hymns were “All Things Bright and Beautiful” and “When Mothers of Salem”. The scripture reading was I Samuel 1 verses (21-28) which was followed with a poem “Children Learn What They Live” read responsively. The sacrament of baptism was observed for Amy Lynn Root, daughter of Ron and Debbie Root and Larissa Helen Jenkins, daughter of Gordon and Pat Jenkins. Clerk of Session, Bonnie Shannon, along with the congregation welcomed them. The choral kids sang two enjoyable numbers “Alleluia Give Thanks” and “The 23rd Psalm” with special solo parts by Jill Walden, Sandra Walsh, Amanda Howson, and Cappy and Zoey Onn. It was announced that there will be a U.C.W. Sunshine meeting May 14 at 2 p.m. with special speaker Lena Siegers. Also there will be a U.C.W. executive meeting on May 21 at 7 p.m. Flowers placed at the front of the church were in memory of Emmerson Ferguson, by his family Ron, Diane, Kim and Jeff Ferguson. Deepest sympathy is extended to the family. A flowering mum plant was placed by the Sunday School in honour of all mothers. The sermon title was “Our Devotion to God”. The scripture reading tells of Hannah's fulfillment of her promise to God. She had promised God that if he gave her a son, she would give him back to Him for service. Rev. Ramirez compared this promise to the promise, we made when we baptize our children. Rev. Ramirez said that Hannah was an unselfish praying mother from whom we can learn many lessons. Her great love was revealed in the fact she was able to let go of her son after having him for only 2 or 3 years. This showed her great devotion to God. Her willingness to sacrifice her son planted courage in the heart of Samuel. Rev. Ramirez also said that we should note how she inspired her son in those first few years. Samuel's first idea of God came from his mother. One can imagine how much she talked to the boy about God and because of this Samuel was able to say goodbye to his mother and go along with the promise. He later became a great prophet and priest Rev. Ramirez remarked that Hannah's faithfulness, love, devotion and sacrifice was rewarded by God as she was given more children. He closed by saying that if we love God we should be willing to give our best like Hannah and we should be challenged by her example. The service closed with the hymn “Happy, The Home When God is There". Martin Wilts leads CRC service The May 10 morning service at Blyth Christian Reformed Church opened with singing hymn of praise, “Sing a New Song to Jehovah”. A warm welcome was extended to all worshippers on this special “Mother's Day Sunday.” The service was lead by Mr. Martin Wilts, elder and member of Blyth CRC. Mr. Wilts began with the reading of the Law taken from Exodus 20. During the offering special music was enjoyed with Hinke Bakelaar playing organ accompanied by Glenna Buffinga on piano. The morning service was entitled, “The Comfort of Christ's Coming”, with scripture taken from Titus 2: 1-15. Three points were discussed in the sermon. First our salvation will become complete On Monday evening the Calvinette girls club will host a Parent-Daughter banquet at 7:30 p.m. This fun packed evening will conclude the season of events for the girls. This Friday evening the ladies of Blyth CRC will be hosting a bridal shower in honour of Elizabeth Boven, at 8 p.m. in church basement. Zero per cent budget increase passed by Catholic school board The Huron-Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board trustees approved a $33 million budget with a zero per cent increase for both counties at a special board meeting late last month. While the board's expenses have increased 6.5 per cent over last year the increased assessment growth and provincial grants for increased enrollment offset those expenses. There were no major cuts to teaching staff, programs or trans Manse 887-9313 - Morning Worship Service - "Love One Another” - Church School - Nursery - Ethel Morning Worship Service , - Church School****** ’The love of God Is broader than the measures of our minds" 9:30 a.m. HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE AUBURN 526-7515 10 a.m. - Family Bible Hour 11 a.m. - Morning Service 8 p.m. - Evening Service Wednesday - 8 p.m. - Prayer & Bible Study Friday 7:30 p.m. - Youth you are ‘WeCcome at the BLYTH CHURCH OF GOD 5:45 a.m. - Sunday School for Children and Adults 11 -12:15 - Morning Worship Bible Studies - Wednesday 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. Phone 523-4590 McCONNELL ST., BLYTH BRUSSELS MENNONITE FELLOWSHIP 9:30 a.m. - Worship Service 10:30 a.m. - Christian Education Hour for all ages Tuesday, May 19 at 7:00 p.m. Come to a Ladies* Night Out. Topic "Low Self-Esteem and Depression." Pastor: Tom Warner 887-6388 Elder: John Baan 887-6967 portation. The board did reduce each school's budget by 15 per cent, a savings of about $65,000. It will be up to the schools where the cuts will be made, according to the superintendent of business and finance Jack Lane. It could mean fewer school trips, special pro grams or a reduction in supplies. The board's increased costs will be covered by this increased rev enue, said Mr. Lane. 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 GUEST SPEAKER: Rev. Walt DeRuiter of Hanover 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. J4/Z~ Visitors Welcome Wheelchair accessible