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The Citizen, 1997-10-01, Page 17Silvertops get chilly reception Surprise, surprise, the Silvertops arrived at the Auburn Hall on Sept. 24 and there was no heat as the furnace was on the blink. A kind gentleman came to see if he could locate the trouble but no luck. The repairman was notified and came when he was able to come. Marion Haggitt went home and brought back two electric heaters which certainly were an assistance. The committee in charge was Jack and Elva Armstrong and Evelyn Christianson. Grace was sung and the members indulged in an abundant pot luck dinner. After the dishes were washed they gathered for a short business meeting. Bernice Anderson, Dorothy Grange and Ila and Tom Cunningham will be in charge for the next meeting. The Annual Fall Rally is on Oct. 14 at Grand Bend Legion. Lunch is hosted by Grand Bend Seniors from 12:20 - 1 p.m. Registration is UCW hears about camp Margaret Bakker opened the meeting and gave a story of a young woman who simply seemed to have too much to do. She had small children and wanted to be at home. But she felt she must go out and work to make ends meet. However, she loved serving and suddenly thought about making quilts and clothing for others. So she was able to still be at home and also help financially. The last verse of Proverb 31 tells "Be of good courage and He shall strengthen thy heart." Marg closed with prayer. She then produced two tricky quizzes, The Biblical Greenhouse and The Lowly Donkey. The Bible could be used for help with these. The third "Blowing in the Wind" required immediate answers. They were all informative. The secretary and treasurer, gave Lapps await return of birds On Sept. 19 God's tiny little miracles left: the iridescent, white­ breasted, ruby-throated humming­ bird. They have taken off for then- winter home over 2,000 miles away. They returned this year on May 17 later than usual. Of course the feeders went out immediately - sugar and water. At the Lapps, they use a drop of red colouring, but it is not necessary; they drink it anyway. They also take nectar from flowers. They seem to enjoy petunias, hollyhock and geraniums. What fascinates the Lapps is then- minute wings that move 60 - 70 times a second. They use the perches on the feeders but also suspend in the air and drink. It is something to see. They do not live entirely on nectar. They would fly out and enjoy a small insect, then settle back down on their perch. Lapps had a large number of the little beauties this year and named some of them. There was Tiny Tim about half the size of the other and very active. There was Long Bill - a bill twice the length of others. Perky was another one. He would come and drink then sail out to his special perch - a twig on the them apple tree. Lapps have had lengthy breakfasts watching them dine. Tim and Perky seemed to like them being there. Tim would drink and at 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and the fee is $4 per person. The Grand Bend Club is the host club. An important medical appointment prevented Ell Lapp from being present. He was planning on showing a tape on "animals", so Kay Lapp read^a letter from relatives working in a hospital in Saudi Arabia. They are living in a lovely villa which is hydro, rent and tax free. There are odd customs - ladies must always wear an abaya (a head scarf) and a cape. Men and women cannot swim together and the woman is supposed to have a note from her husband to go anywhere. Children are undiscipled especially boys who are a special gift from Heaven. Believe it or not there is still beheading for crime. However they say that the weather is beautiful, the cities are modem and progressive. Gold is cheap and prices are much lower than here in Canada. Gasoline is reports. The Threshermen's Reunion was a big success. Special thanks to Maxine Seers, a super organizer and worker. Thanks also to her helpers and to all who produced pies that were devoured! Laura Mae Chamney also thanked all who had donated and helped for the weddings and funerals during the summer. Grace Cartwright gave her report. She had sent a number of cards and delivered a number of gifts during the holidays. She read many of replies. She is thanked for her excellent work. Also thanks to Marjorie McDougall, who is her right-hand man. Shelley Grange told about Camp Menesetung. The UCW sponsored one child there this year. Shelley and Graham, her son, attended an Appreciation dinner and received a poster and seal. then fly to the lilac bush a few feet away - Perky came and then took off for his twig to sit and survey. Then, they would return. Mating season is really something to see. She is setting nonchalantly in a tree while he is swinging like a pendulum but in a long arch - to and fro and to and fro. This goes on for minutes. They can also be belligerent. Perhaps four-weeks ago Kay Lapp was working around a planter and GDCI grads earn awards There will be a rummage sale at Blyth in the United Church basement on Oct. 17 and 18. A number of recent graduates of GDCI received awards and presentations on Sept. 26 at the school. Congratulations to all. So many are attending colleges and universities or already have work. Parents have every right to be proud. Aubumites are right with you. incredibly low priced. Kay continued with "Memories of Man’s Best Friend". She spoke of dogs that she has known through the years. One little mongrel will never be surpassed. He was picked up in a woodchuck hole by neighbour children. They named him Jasper - a perfect name and the Lapp's adopted him. He was easy to train, obedient and very athletic. He was a great ball catcher. When Lapps went away he was waiting to welcome them back. He practically died playing and he was sadly missed. She spoke about the work that the SPCA does in trying to prevent cruelty to animals. Their magazine "Animals Voice" was passed around showing maltreated and undernourished ones and the help that the society gives. After this, various members told about animals that they enjoy or have known. The meeting closed with a short prayer. Discussion arose on necessary cabin work before closure. There will be a Cam Concert at North Street United, Goderich on Oct 26. The Huron Perth Fall Rally will be at Auburn on Oct. 7. Lillian Hallam is to be the MC. Delegates were appointed for this occasion. Shelley Grange who is the junior choir leader had a party for them - swimming and then back to her home. The UCW meets again on Oct. 27. Marjorie McDougall will be in charge - It is the Thanksgiving one. Margaret then closed with prayer for the UCW and for our Listowel prayer church. The members then watched a film from Genesis. When it was finished she served apple crisp, ice cream and beverages, which were enjoyed by all before leaving for home. suddenly there was shirring around her head and even a tiny squeak. Mr. Hummer said, "This is my planter!" The males left first, then most of the females. However one especially white-breasted lady stayed a few more days. Then she left too. They'll return in the spring and the Lapps at Bird Haven will be waiting eagerly for their return! Mrs. Ethel Ball and son Daryl Ball have returned from a holiday in the U.S.A. Mr. and Mrs. John Hildebrand have returned from a family visit in the west. Their daughter Fay has unfortunately had an accident at work and broken her right wrist. Cheryl Lapp is attending Redeemer College at Ancaster and was home for graduation and for the weekend. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1,1997. PAGE 17. AuburnThe news from Compiled by Kay Lapp Phone 526-7264 Rev. talks of M & Ms Organ prelude with Nancy Park opened the service at 10 a.m. on Sept. 24 at Knox United Church. Rev. Ross then welcomed all. This was followed by the singing of the opening chorus Come Christians, Join to Sing. He gave the church announce­ ments. Bible Study Group read the Song of Solomon. Youth Group activities will be Oct. 3 at 6:30 p.m. There will be a barbecue, games and planning. This is at Joan Goodall's home at Londesboro. Phone Rev. Ross for more information. Next Sunday is World Wide Communion Sunday. The UCW will be hosting the Fall Rally on Oct. 7 beginning at 7 p.m. Rev. Ross invited all to worship based on Psalm 124 - "Our help is in the Lord who made heaven and earth". He continued with prayer on this subject. The hymn Wise Men Seeking Jesus was sung followed by prayer that God loves and He forgives. The children were then invited to the front as the congregation sang Jesus Loves the Little Children. Out of the mystery bag today came M & M's. He asked them if they had favourite ones. They answered "yes" in various colours. He gave them one that was not be looked at, but eaten. They found out that colour did not matter - they all tasted the same. It's like that in life, he said, whether one person is black, yellow, disabled, etc. they are all God's children. After a short prayer they went downstairs taking the package of goodies for the Sunday School. The hymn Faith of our Fathers was sung. Bible reading from the book of Esther followed. Here Esther asked the kingzfor help for her people. From this the sinful person was hung and from this a special day was made and is still followed. In it they are helpful to others and joyful to the Lord. He followed with James 5 - Here people should confess sins and pray not only for themselves but for others. In Mark 9, John came to Jesus and said that someone was performing miracles. He was not one of them. Jesus replied "That's all right if he is capable of curing others; he is still truly one of us. The hymn My Faith Looks up to Thee was sung. The topic for Rev. Ross's sermon was "Who does What?" He spoke on the need to work for others and with others. "We don't all have the same abilities and can only do our best." He gave three different stories. The last was about the UCW with a big meeting and one lady always made the tea. One day, she could not be there. Whatever could they do? They decided to forget the tea and have other beverages. Of course that was fine. Working together brought good results. He closed with prayer on this subject and asked for His help in everything. God is always there. The Lord's Prayer was said in unison. Collection was received from the Sunday School and Church. Offertory prayer was said and doxology sung. The service closed with the hymn Now, Thank We All Our God. The Three Amens were sung and the worship service ended.