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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Lucknow Sentinel, 1984-12-05, Page 16r Lucknow Sentinel, VVednesdity, December 5, 1984—Page 14 Lucknow UCW holds 'Christmas meetings Unit 1 Unit 1 of the Lucknow U.C.W. met on Tuesday, November 27 at the home of Bonnie Ackert for the Christmas meeting. .Fifteen members and .five guests answered the roll call, a Bible verse about the birth of Jesus. Bonnie Ackert gave the call to worship and Elizabeth Robinson gave a reading about the spirit of brotherhood. Mrs. Ackert led in a Christmas service. Mrs. Al Irwin read the scripture, The Story of Christmas. The main candle was lit for Jesus, the light of the world. Eight other candles were lit for the hopeless, the poor and'humble, the forgotten, the people at war, the children, the afflicted and oppres- sed, the seekers and ourselves. This was interspersed with prayers and carols. The devotions closed with prayer. Winnifred Graham and Becky Ackert entertained with Christmas music. President, Mrs. Ross Shiells presided for the business. The offering was collected and dedicated. Committee reports were given for Friendship, Supply and Welfare, Social Functions, Christian Education and Stewardship. Mrs. Shiells gave the thought for the day. 0 Come All Ye Faithful was sung followed by the benediction. A social time was enjoyed. ' Unit 2 Unit 2 of the Lucknow U.C.W. mei at the home of Mrs. Victor Johnston on Tuesday, November 27 for their December meeting, which was held one week early. Mrs. Walden welcomed everyone, and opened with a, Christmas call to worship. The theme of .the meeting was Light, and 13 members answered the roll call with a Bible verse with' the word, Light. Members sang the hymn, Gentle Mary Laid Her Child, with Mrs. Lorne Eadie reading a verse from the Christmas story between each verse of the hymn. Mrs. Eadie gave a thoughtful meditation on the Christmas story. Joy to the World was sung, followed by a reading, Christmas Light, by Mrs. Ross Henderson; also a reading by Mrs. Eadie, The Christmas Spirit. One verse of several Christmas - Carols were sung accompanied by Mrs. Johnston. Mrs, Walden gave some thoughts on Christmas customs, which have grown 4up around the celebration of Christmas. No \ custom, except the "spirit of giving", is \ essential at Christmas. A large white, lighted candle centred the table, and as each lit their candle from it,, they were to pass the light on. The hymn, Hark the Herald Angels Sing, was sung followed by a Christmas Eve prayer by Mrs. Walden. The minutes of the. November meeting were.'read by Mrs. Bradley and adopted. Mrs. William 'Campbell gave the treasur- er's report and one birthday money was added to the birthday fund. Following the convener reports, Mrs. Walden gave the announcements. The committee served, sandwiches and Christmas squares. All enjoyed a social time as they sat around a beautifully decorated Christmas table. 4(0(f • ‘,!!41',.1,11,' 111 ril,w • • • • 11,11;;j1r,(111' Unit 3 The December meeting of Unit 3 of Lucknow U.C.W. was held in the church CHURCH NEWS parlour with Mrs. Charles McDonald in charge of the business. She read a poem on the Nativity and led in prayer. A Bible verse on Christ's birth was given by 17 members. The reports were given by the secretary, Mrs. Harvey Webster, and treasurer, Mrs. Andrew Ritchie. A happy •birthday was sung to Mrs. William Hum- phrey. Gifts and plans for shut ins for Christmas were given by Mrs. William Hunter with several members offering to help. , Mrs. Allan Gibson gave a resume of coming events and asked for candy dona- tions , by December 21 to be left in the church kitchen. A splendid supply report was, given by Mary MacGillivray from the four units including quilts, regular and crib size, blanket fund money, nearly 60 bars .of soap, over 400 boxes of clothing to Goodwill Industries in London, and night shirts and bibs to the hospital. Elleda Wightman reminded all to save used stamps. • The program was chaired by Mamie Henderson, who read a peom, The Quiet Stable. The Christmas Story from Luke II, was read by Ellen Cardis. A stOry of Joseph's devotion was read by Mrs. Harvey Webster and Mrs. Vernon Hunter presented a reading on Gift Giving, Four women, Mrs. Charles McDonald, Mrs. Don Cardis, Mrs. Vernon Hunter and Mrs. Eldon' Henderson told of Yuletide Customs around the world. Mrs. Harvey turn to page 23* ANGLICAN CHURCH SPECIAL CHRISTMAS SERVICES Sunday, Dec. 14,11 a.m, SneclalJoint Christmas Service featuring 01114n', Drina, Ascension,' Waugh, Reception to follow. Sunday, Dec, 23, Holy Com, munion, Ripley 9 aem.; Khdough 10:30; Lucknow 12 noon Christmas Eve 11 p.m. Holy- Communion, St. Peter's Lucknow. AU welcome. Rector Rev. Merelyn Letsonr LUCKNOW PRESBYTERIAN • CHURCH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Junior Church Service, ages 4-8,11 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. . REV. ALLISON J. RAMSAY, MINISTER • Nursery Downstairs For Little Ones Under Four EVERYONE WELCOME /IMP LUCKNOW CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH • Invites You To Worship With Them On , SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9 1000 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nursery downstairs morning & afternoon EVERYONE WELCOME LUCKNOW UNITED. • CHURCH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9• • Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. • Rev. Warren McDougall B.A.M.Div. , Nursery and junior congregation provided • EVERYONE WELCOME .Hwne 1r111Hardware r I . • • I 16 PIECE CORELLE Uvingware PROCTOR -SILEX Toaster Oven PROCTOR -SILEX Coffee Maker 1. 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