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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1993-07-21, Page 3People Around 85 descendants of John and Susannah Walden, who emigrated from Norfolk England in 1876, held their family reunion Saturday, July 17 at the Clinton Conservation Park. Relay and guessing games were enjoyed by all under the leadership of the McClinchey families. Elva (Walden) McClinchey, Goderich, was the eldest attending. Farewell Members of Blyth United Church and residents of the village attended an open house on Wednesday, July 14 to say goodbye to the Ramirez family, who are leaving for London. Rev. Ramirez was pastor of the United church for six years. Norma Ramirez hugs Bonnie Shannon, who presented each of the family members with a Hawaiian lei. From left: Abigail, Rev. Ramirez and John. Sample our delicious finger food; In a cozy, relaxing atmosphere Kitchen open midnight every night Music by D.J. Larry Glousher Friday & Saturday Evening Come, have a good time! CHAMP'S SPORTS BAR Blyth 523-9623 Below Tim's Family Restaurant RAMMELOO GUEST HOME a comfortable guest home where your loved ones will receive the quality care they need and deserve For more information or a visit call 523-4533 or 523-9478 Attention Cooks, Gluttons, Gardeners, Gourmets and Music Lovers GLEN FARMS OPEN HOUSE Sunday, July 25 5 1993 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Introducing Glen Farm's special reserve, 5 cents from each Jar sold donated to the Maitland Conservation Foundation. The very best in Specialty Food, Music and Gardening. SPECIAL MUSICAL GUEST MORRIS SECON and The Magic of Music. Herb garden. Gourmet BBO lunch. Between Moiesworth and Ethel on County Road 19 Please bring a non-perishable foocktlem to enter our draw for a gourmet gift basket. Food It** to go to the CMHA Rural Connections Farm Relief 887-9704. Clinton Community Credit Union Limited • Chequing- 3% Interest paid semi-annually • Daily Interest - paid monthly - NOT tiered • Term Deposits - 30 day - 5 YR. high rate Investment • RRSP & RRIF: EACH plan individually insured to $60,000.00 • Share/Savings: Life Insured up to $2,000.00 if eligible • Safety Deposit Boxes: $15.00 Small $30.00 Large 48 Ontario Street 118 Main Street CLINTON EXETER Phone: 482-3467 Phone: 235-0640 THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 21, 1993. PAGE 3. The youngest was Samuel Taggart, son of Ray and Sandra Taggart, Dungannon. Coming the greatest distance was Larrie Morrison and two daughters Natalie and Charlene from St. Jerome, Quebec. Other relatives attending from a distance were Raymond, Kasey and Tyler Jennings from Kalkaska, Michigan, also Bob and Roxanne Jennings and three children from Pontiac Michigan. The next reunion will be held in 1995 at the same location on the third Saturday in July. Glen Harburn was appointed president, Dianne Walden, secretary and Garth Walden, treasurer. The games will be in the charge of the Harburn families. After singing grace a sumptuous meal was enjoyed. Pastor plans farewell Ramirez family moves on By Bonnie Gropp Aloha is a greeting and a farewell in Hawaii and it was in Polynesian style that the congregation of Blyth United Church bid goodbye to their pastor Lorenzo Ramirez and family June 14. A large gathering was present at the special reception held in the church basement, which was deco- rated with tropical birds and floral arrangements, to honour the family, who had been part of the communi- ty for the past six years. Delivering the opening address Emily Phillips reminded those pre- sent of the arrival of the Ramirezes to the community and the United Church family. "Each of us has our own memo- ries of how our lives have been affected by Lorenzo," she said. She recognized the quiet beauty of his wife, Norma, and the hard work she did "behind the scenes". On Sunday, July 18, at Blyth Christian Reformed Church, Jake and Renny Hulzebos greeted worshippers. Mr. Robert Datema was guest speaker for both morning and evening services. Scripture for the a.m. sermon was taken from Proverbs 16 verses 18- 20 and Proverbs 9 verses 10-12. The sermon title was "The Deadly Sin Of Pride". Mr. Datema opened his message with a children's illustration, using two balloons. Then he gave an analogy, that in "our gardens and fields" we need to control the weeds or they will overtake and destroy the crops. It is the same with our own lives, he said. We must dig up the pride or it will affect our lives adversely perhaps destroying our inner selves or others around us. The definition of pride, given by Mr. Datema, was that of being overly impressed with oneself, being boastful and self-inflated. The actual core of pride is "adultery of oneself'. Pride is an attitude which will always surface in one's actions, he said. Some symptoms of pride are measuring one's worth by possessions, or needing to win arguments, and blaming others easily. Also when caught in the snare of pride a person will compare himself to others She acknowledged the Ramirez children then ended by noting Rev. Ramirez's kindness and "most of all his hugs," said Mrs. Phillips. She said a hug is a symbol, that like a wedding ring, implies a cir- cle; a love that never ends. After a poetry reading, the Ramirez family was each presented with a lei by Bonnie Shannon. Commenting on the evening, Rev. Ramirez said it was "wonder- ful. I was very pleased to see so many people, not just from our church, but from the community. The efforts were tremendous." Reflecting back on the time in Blyth Rev. Ramirez says, "It was a wonderful six years that went just like that. I can not find the words to say thank you to the congregation. There was a togetherness, a love and harmony that was special. I wish them God's blessing and hope for success in their search for a new minister." incessantly and put those around himself down to make himself look better, Mr. Datema said. There is also the characteristic or habit of using people or priding oneself high on possessions or achievements and lastly, priding oneself on lack of sins as compared to others, such as the Pharisee's habit was. Mr. Datema asked, "Do you see yourself in any of this?" Most people are affected by pride, he said. It is an insidious, sneaky thing, and creeps up leaving disastrous effects. Mr. Datema suggested, the "antidote" for pride is knowledge of the Holy Spirit and its power (Proverbs 9). Ask the Lord to help you gain wisdom, he said. Give reverence to God. The monetary offerings were taken up for the church and local evangelism, a booth at the Threshers Reunion. During the offerings a musical interlude of "Have Thine Own Way Lord" was given with Glenna Buffinga on the organ along with Stacey Buffinga on the piano. Several church members will be remembered in prayer this week, along with the children who may attend the upcoming Vacation Bible School in August. Prayers were also said for those being Rev. Ramirez will preach for the last time at the Blyth United Church pulpit on July 25. The fam- ily will depart three days later to London where Rev. Ramirez will begin his pastoral charge at Empress United Church. The family is now looking ahead and forward to the new challenge, particularly the younger Ramirezes. "They have enjoyed themselves in Blyth, but children adjust much more easily," says Rev. Ramirez. While John will be attending school in British Columbia on a scholarship Abigail is looking for- ward to beginning her first year of high school at London Central Sec- ondary School and to live in a city, her father says. Though she is in walking distance of the school, he laughs that she does have to pass downtown. "She's already told her mother that if she's late getting home some day after school she's probably at Galleria." affected by the natural disasters in the U.S. and Japan. After the morning Worship service a time of fellowship and coffee was enjoyed. You can lose a lot more than your licence drinking and driving. 0 Ministry of the Attorney mm.,,, General Greeters at Blyth United Church on Sunday, July 18 were Herb and Bonnie Shannon. Ushers were Marlene Toll, Graham Jackson, Agnes and Jack Wharton. Rev. Ramirez opened the service with the Call to Worship, Prayer of Approach, Prayer of Confession, Silent Confession and Assurance of Pardon. "Praise the Lord, the Almighty" was sung. Responsive Reading was Psalm 34:1-18, "I will Bless the Lord". Scripture Reading was Mark 4:26-34. The hymn "Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts" was sung. During conversation with the children, Rev. Ramirez thanked them for coming to services Sunday after Sunday. The children make the service special, he said. It is a place for him to share stories with them. Next Sunday he will say his farewell to them. Floral arrangements were brought in by Doug and Barb Howson. Also Linda Wilson arranged flowers and placed them in the church. Rev. Ramirez wished Linda a Happy 40th Birthday and Brock Bearss a Happy Third. Brock is one of the youngest in attendance each Sunday. Rev. Ramirez asked that Prayers be said this week for Irene Ament and Rosella Rooney who are in hospital. Pulpit supply for August has been filled. August 1 is visitation Sunday, giving the congregation a chance to visit other churches in the Community. Community Christian Youth is sponsoring a logo contest for youth. Participants should submit logos to Lorne Fraser by Aug. 15. Rev. Ramirez thanked the congregation for the farewell party held in his family's honour. Next (July 25) is Rev. Ramirez's last service. The choir anthem was "His Name is Wonderful". The sermon theme was "Keep On Growing". Rev. Ramirez said, life is a process of Continued on page 16 Hulzeboses greet at CRC