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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1994-03-16, Page 12PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16,1994. From the Minister’s Study Jesus gives us a good example, says pastor By Rev. Cameron McMillan Brussels and Ethel United Churches The longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important than appear­ ance, giftedness or skill. It will make or break a company, a church, a home. The remarkable thing is we have a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past. We cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. Caldwells greet at United Greeters at Blyth United Church on Sunday, March 13 were Stephen and Joan Caldwell. Ushers were Brenda McDonald, Melanie Bearss, Steven Webster, and Lance Bearss. Rev. Tolmay opened with Call to Worship from Psalm 107: 1-3. The hymn, "Come let Us all Unite and Sing" was followed by Prayer of Invocation, Prayer of Confession and the Apostle's Creed. Laurie Falconer was in charge of Junior Congregation. Rev. Tolmay spoke to the children about how Moses helped lead the people through the desert. With God's help they were healed from snake bites. The people then knew no matter what that God loved them. Rev. Tolmay spoke of the sadness of Jesus' death. This day in the middle of Lent we can see hope, he said. Then, one of the children lit a rose coloured candle to show God's love. Even though we sometimes The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have and that is our attitude. I am convinced that life is 10 per cent what happens to me and 90 per cent how I react to it. - Charles Swindoll. We are that time of year when we think about Jesus' journey to Jerusalem, and the conflict with religious authorities which led to his death on a cross. The important thing to notice is the attitude that Jesus took as he went towards this great final event in his life. Jesus faced his death calmly and courageously. He knew that he was caught in forces that were too powerful for him to control. He did not resist the forces that oppressed him. He stated his own case calmly and firmly. Then he let the authorities do to him whatever they think we can take no more, God will show a sign to encourage us, Rev. Tolmay said. The candle represents this hope. The choir sang the anthem followed by the hymn, "We Sing the Praise." The scripture reading, from Numbers 21: 4-9 and John 3: 14-21 was read by Ross Clark and Nathan Shannon. Rev. Tolmay's sermon was titled "The Snake and the Cross". In the Bible the snake is referred to several times. The snake or serpent will represent the evil doing. The snake will speak and the person does, even after God has asked them not to do the deed. God then becomes our hero by saving us. God forgives us. Although we don't know how the cross works we must believe in it. We don't need to know how it works. Jesus became everything God hated; Jesus became the sinner. When he was nailed to the chose to do. As he went up on the cross, Jesus asked that his oppressors might be forgiven "because they do not know what they were doing." How magnanimous of him. Do we have the courage to forgive all those who wronged us? Jesus then put his family affairs in order, entrusting his mother, Mary, to the care of his best friend, John. The pain of the crucifixion must have been excruciating. Jesus uttered from the cross two cries of "I thirst." and "My God, my god, why have you forsaken me?" Someone gave him a drink. His spiritual confidence also finally returned. His last words were: "It is finished" and "Father into thy hands I commit my spirit." Jesus knew there was life beyond ross he called out, "My God, why have you forsaken me?" Understanding Jesus' life doesn't matter, just believing and having faith is what it is all about. The cross is for each and everyone; it is there and it makes a difference. Bill Burkholder read the Minute for Missions. He spoke of one place where mission money has helped. Missions can help in other areas of the world as well. Sunday, April 3 is the Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 a.m., followed by a Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Sr. Teen Club. For tickets contact Linda Wilson, Diane Ferguson, Bonnie Shannon or a Sr. Teen Club member. Prayers this week are for Molly Grant, Roy Easom and Betty Nethery who are in hospital. Also Irene Ament who is home from hospital. The Lord's Prayer was sung followed by the final hymn, "All the Way my Saviour leads Me". earth. As he said to the repentant thief dying on a cross beside him: "Today you will be with me in paradise." The attitude that we take to the THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA You are welcome this Sunday March 20 - Lent 5 Holy Eucharist Trinity, Blyth St. John’s, Brussels 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Rector, The Rev. E. Paul Acton, 887-9273 HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE AUBURN 526-7515 Sunday 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 - Pastor Bob Lewis, 526-7441 You are ‘Welcome at the BLYTH CHURCH OF GOD 9:45 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 1 BLYTH CHRISTIAN Zjk REFORMED CHURCH HIGHWAY 4, BLYTH-523-9233 Sunday 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Guest Preacher - Pastor Ron from Lucknow The Church of the "Back to God Hour" and "Faith 20" Back to God Hour 10:30 a.m. CKNX Sunday Faith 20 5:30 a.m. Weekdays, Global T.V. Rll Visitors'Welcome ‘Wheelchair accessible events that surround us are most important. Have we got the right attitude towards what is happening in our life? Jesus has given us a great example. Pastor preaches from James Pastor Tom Warner preached from the book of James at Brussels Mennonite Fellowship, on Sunday, March 13. Rob Demaray read a selection from the book, "Eavesdropping" in which a dialogue takes place between three Pharisees. Thelma Steinman and Kathy Procter looked after the congregational singing and Michelle Litchy played for the offertory. Following the Christian Education hour the monthly fellowship meal was held in the gymnasium. The adults gathered in the chapel following a time of fellowship for a prayer time. The children saw a short video in the gymnasium and then had a children's prayer time. The youth met in the video room with Pastor Tom, for an alternate activity. A fun night was held on Friday evening at the church to celebrate March break and to celebrate with the deJong family. A wide range of games and socializing were enjoyed by people of all ages. On Saturday evening the Community Praise group worshipped under the theme "An African Adventure". Some members of the Grade 5 Sunday School class shared things they have learned about Africa. Next Saturday the Community Praise will hear an Easter monologue. The Senior Youth will be at a retreat at the Blenheim Retreat Centre this Tuesday and Wednesday. BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Cameron McMillan Church Office 887-6259 Manse 887-9313 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship - "Risking our Future" - Church School - Nursery ****o9:30 a.m. - Ethel Morning Worship - Church School Guide me, O thou great Jehovah Pilgrim through this barren land WELCOME TO ALL Man tells personal experience On Sunday, March 13 at Auburn Missionary Church Walter Packer gave a testimony of how the Lord S. Howson in charge of study Continued from page 6 Legend of Easter Flower" and scriptures Luke 22: 14-20; John 19: 16-19; and John 20: 14-18. Each portion was followed by an appropriate poem. Mary then had different members read the Easter customs in Germany, France, Norway, German, Italy and England. Bea read a poem "The Cross in My Pocket" and closed devotions with hymn "There is a Green Hill Farm Away." Susan Howson was in charge of the study on "What makes a Christian Home and Family?" All participated with different scriptures to illustrate. Bonnie Shannon, president, came into his life and changed him. It was the prayers of his five- year-old grandson that convinced welcomed all and thanked all those who took devotions, study and lunch. The UCW purpose was repeated in unison followed by the roll call "Home". The Senior Teen Club is selling tickets for the pancake breakfast April 3 after Sunrise Service. Breakfast will be served 7-10 a.m. The UCW are catering to the Optimist Club on March 23 and the Lions Club on March 24. The annual Garage Sale is May 21 from 9-1 p.m. The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer. A delicious lunch had been prepared by Alma McCallum, Erma Cook, Phyllis Boak and Dorothy Scott. him of how he was living a sinful life. His prayer each morning is that the Lord will make him useable that day. Pastor Came sang a solo 'Sinner Saved by Grace.' Pastor Carne's message was "Leading by example" with scripture from Acts 8. A leader must have initiative, he said. Often leaders grow soft and dried up. They should not ask others to do something that they themselves are not willing to do. Leaders should have integrity. We can become proud of our success but often there is a necessity of a thorn in the flesh to keep us humble. Pastors need to be praying more; visiting more; evangelizing more with a more dedicated and spirit-filled leader­ ship. The missions convention held last week was very successful. Many reports were heard of what the Lord is doing through His workers on the foreign field. 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. □][ 1 £ S £ BRUSSELS MENNONITE FELLOWSHIP Saturday, March 19 - Sunday, March 20 - Community Praise at 7:30 p.m. 9:15 a.m. Singing Tune-Up Time 9:30 a.m. Worship Hour 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Pastor Tom Warner WELCOME Elder Alice Knorr 887-5388 887-9203 |[U a s& a s iss ss i[o