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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1996-11-06, Page 15You Can find The Key It isn't easy to change your life, but others have found the way. Discover new life by learning how to follow Jesus each day. Brussels Mennonite Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Worship Servica 10:45 cm. Christian Education (for all ages) Everyone Welcome! BRUSSELS UNITED CHURCH Rev. Christine Johnson - Minister Church Office 887-6259 Home 887-6540 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Church School/Nursery 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship Church School In Flanders fields the poppies blow Among the crosses row on row You are Welcome at the BLYTH COMMUNITY CHURCH OF GOD 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for Children and Adults 11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship Bible Studies - Wednesday 10 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. Phone 523-4590 McConnell St., Blyth MELVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BRUSSELS Rev. Cathrine Campbell 11:00 a.m. - Morning Service - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. - Belgrave Service We welcome you to come and worship with us. 887-9831 Wheelchair Accessible you're invited to worship with us this Sunday 10 a.m. - Sunday Morning Worship Service Rev. Adrian A. VanGeest 7:30 p.m. - Evening Service Rev. Adrian A. VanGeest And we know that in all things God works for the good of aft. those who love - Romans 8:28 a BLYTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH Rev. Adrian A. Van Geest Hwy. 4, Blyth 523-9233 Wheelchair accessible 43. HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE AUBURN 526-7515 YOUTH PASTOR - JEREMY SHUART 523-9788 Sunday 10 a.m. - Family Bible Hour 11 a.m. - Morning Service 8 p.m. - Evening Service Monday 7:30 p.m. - Addictions Support Group Wednesday 7:30 p.m. - Prayer & Bible Study Friday 7:30 p.m. - Youth THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1996 PAGE 15. Shannons greet at Blyth United Church It was Pentecost 23 with the seasonal colour, green at the service at Blyth United Church this past Sunday. Rev. Stephen Huntley, conducted the service. Michael Duthie, direc- tor of music was organist. Herb and Bonnie Shannon were greeters. Stephen and Joan Caldwell and Marion Young and Brenda McDonald ushered. A sing-song preceded the service led by Rev. Huntley with Rick Howson on guitar and Gayle Poore on tambourine. Praise the Lord Ye Heavens Adore Him was followed by the choral anthem, There's a Quiet Understanding with Michael Duthie accompanying on piano. Following the children's hymn, Can a Little Child Like Me? Gayle Poore read the New Testament lesson taken from Matthew 5: 1-12. Rev. Huntley delivered the Gospel reading from Revelation 7: 9-17. Rev. Huntley's sermon was based on "All Saints". "What is a Saint?" he asked. A saint is someone who loves God with all their heart, soul, strength and mind. In short a saint is a Christian, he said. A saint is not perfect, rather they have a pre- disposition to God, a lifetime of relating to Him. Following the sermon, Susan Howson told about four mission projects with which the church is involved. The first one was about Jodi Coburn going with a team of 11 to Nicaragua to the Bluefields project to help put a roof on their school. Next was the food bank next Sunday, and the Gift tree. The last was about Wake Tiyo school being completed in Ethiopia. These are made possible by the Mission and Service Fund. The closing hymn was 0 God Our Help in Ages Past. CWL holds regional meeting The Huron/Perth Deanery, London Diocesan Catholic Women's League of Canada held its Fall Regional Meeting at Holy Name of Mary Church by the Catholic Women's League of St. Mary's Wednesday, Oct. 30. Sister Frances Ryan of the Diocesan Justice Office opened the three workshops and outlined some of the current social teachings of the church. She reviewed the current workfare legislation and the plight of the poor. This was particularly topical because of the current statement from the Canadian Catholic Bishop delivered in Halifax on Thursday, Elgin County Women's Institutes hosted the 82nd convention of the London Area WI in St. Anne's Centre, St. Thomas. The theme "Come Celebrate the Century" was presented throughout the day with the 10 districts representing each decade. A special guest for the day was Charlotte Johnson, FWIC Presi- dent. London Area President, Mrs. Dolores Shapton, in her address, challenged members to not take the WI for granted, but to invite new members to join. She likened the WI to an apple. There are various colours of apples as there are WI members. Apple is the generic name for fruit. No one is quite perfect, as apples also have blemishes. The skin of an apple is the foundation holding it together as do the ACWW, FWIC, FWIO, Area, District and Branch hold the WI together. Seeds are also necessary to bring forth more fruit or WI members. When an apple is cut crosswise there is a start which is the guiding light. A stands for appeal, P is for purpose, P is for personal growth, L is for light, E is for enthusiasm. The many displays were commented on by Mrs. Grace Campbell. Shedden Branch presented the In Memoriam service. Adelaide Hoodless Home & Erland Lee Home presentations were given by Mrs. M. Dale and Mrs. P. Lindsay. FWIO president Marg Harris said the WI must do its marketing just as many other organizations and businesses. A TV commercial will soon be viewed. She anticipates FWIO board meetings could be held around the province. WI has had a happy relationship and partnership with OMAFRA, she said, for which WI is thankful. But change has come for many reasons. Some advantages were footsteps of wisdom for others and commitment. The Tweedsmuir History Curator stressed the need to preserve history. Two videos are available, Oct. 24 entitled "Struggle against Poverty, a Sign of Hope for our World." As Father Mark Poulin, the league's Spiritual Advisor stated, "This will offer us an opportunity to explore an area of our spirituality that is rich in depth and meaning. Unfortunately, it is an area of our faith that still causes a great deal of confusion and conflict. Nonethe- less, the call to the path of justice is clear both from Christ and his Church". The president of the league, Muriel Murphy, introducer her CWL Quilt, a newsletter introduced by herself and Father Poulin of Clinton. The following is taken "Let there be light" and "The Challenges of a Changing World". The curator will be J. Leith of Dutton, assisted by H. VanBrenk Fingal. Conference '96 held at Ridgetown Agricultural College was well attended. Elected officers for the upcoming year are: president, Mrs. G. Egelton of Gainsborough Rd., London; vice-presidents, Mrs. P. Lindsay, St. Thomas and Mrs. F. Hyatt, Mount Brydges; past president, Mrs. D. Shapton, Exeter; secretary, Mrs. D. Spence, St. Marys; treasurer, Mrs. J. Gibson, St. Marys; board directors, Mrs. Phyllis Laughton, Mt. Brydges; Mrs. Willa Johnston, Wardsville; Mrs. Mary Nicklas; alternate board directors, Mrs. B. Pilkington, J. Leitch, Mrs. P. Smith. Gifts were presented to all retiring officers. At the evening program the Maryn Pardy Scholarship was presented to Jonathan Lee. The Dorothy Futcher Scholarship went to Colleen Dalton and the Helen McKercher Scholarship to Brenda C. Siemon talks of greed Carl Siemon spoke at Brussels Mennonite Fellowship on Sunday, Nov. 3. He said that greed for material wealth was taking priority in many people's lives in modern society. People should be having God as top priority in their day-to- day living. Mark Hiller was worship leader. Mervin Lichty and Nancy Elliot- Greenwood were in charge of the congregational singing. Michelle and Destiny Lichty provided music at the piano and violin for the offertory. Elwin Garland will bring the message next Sunday. The monthly fellowship meal will be held after the Sunday School hour. from the Newsletter. "Because there are many of us, we contribute to the beautiful patchwork of our League. We work together, threading our lives together as we work for the love of God and our parishes. One patch at a time, we weave the fabric of our quilt with compassion, understand- ing, patience and tolerance." It is intended that the newsletter will be sent to every parish in the diocese so they may be kept informed about activities. The next Fall Regional meeting and date will be: Sarnia, Wednesday, Nov. 6, St. Benedict's Sarnia. London, Saturday, Nov. 9, St. Martin of Tours, London. Coleman. The Centennial Tea Towel competition presentation went to Mrs. Marlene Demaray. Musical entertainment was enjoyed from the McWilliam Sisters of Dutton. The evening speaker, Mrs. C. Johnson FWIC president, thanked all for their support to the Adelaide Hoodless Homestead. It is now ready for the upcoming 100th anniversary celebration. A calendar for 1997 is available. WI is celebrating an achievement of success. The recently published book "A Century of Achievement", by Linda Ambrose is available shortly. WI celebrates the success and development of a tremendous organization. Women's movements are quite prevalent in Canada. WI celebrates, in '97 and the future, a common thread which unites them from sea to sea. Education is very important, learning is a lifelong experience. Members were told to examine their organization, listen, and encourage success. THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA You are wercome this Sunday NOVEMBER 10 - PENTECOST 24 REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER Rev. Nancy Beale Trinity, Blyth St. John's, Brussels 9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. St. Thomas hosts WI convention