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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1999-12-01, Page 13Congratulations THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1999. PAGE 13. ___ eeer R3SM33=ia tYAaegwa3w .mhsitio 3ht .sr bda«? UCW members hear tales, view war memorabilia Thelma Johnston, right, presents Mary Lou Stewart of Blyth Legion Branch 420 with the second place award for her District C scrapbook entry. (photo submitted) Compiled by Kay Lapp Phone 526-7264 Child lights Advent candle At the 9:45 a.m. service at Knox United there was an annual visitor - a bird had been flying around in the sanctuary. Rev. Paul Ross lit the Christ Candle and the invitation to worship was given. The children were invited to the front and told of the Advent. One girl lit the first candle. Out of the mystery bag they drew a picture pertaining to the season. The week’s seals were placed on it by the children. From Isaiah 64 the congregation heard that people are not hearing or seeing all the goodness that God has given to them. They have not truly worshipped. However they Snowmobile Gang sets plans The last few days of November brought colder air which for the Londesboro Snowmobile Gang is nothing to complain about. The club set a new goal for the start of the millennium. On Jan. 8, 2000 weather permitting, the Snowmobile Gang is participating in a fundraising event with special guests Dusty Hill and Scott Pettigrew from CKNX AM Radio Station also involved. If the weather is not suitable at this time, it is rescheduled for Jan. 15. Their goal is to travel 150 kms. on snow and head northwards, according to the best snow areas at Blyth triples Elma Logan The Elma Logan Tykes hosted Blyth on Saturday but home ice advantage wasn’t working for them as they were defeated 9-3 by the visitors. Blyth enjoyed a solid first period, scoring seven. Scoring were Colin Whitfield, Tyler Stevenson with two, Michael McDowell with two, Lucas Cook and Colton Kerr. Assists went to Stevenson, Kaytee Richmond and Trevor Raynard. Blyth Atoms lose to Bayfield The Blyth Atoms were drubbed by a visiting Bayfield squad Nov. 25. Darcey Cook scored on a rebound off the post from a Josh Albrechtas shot. Then on a great solo effort Cook scored his second of the game just before the second are still God's people. From the New Testament, Mark 13, Jesus speaks about the future when He will be seen coming from the clouds and will take the righteous into heaven. Rev. Ross’s sermon was Get Ready. Throughout life things happen that people do not understand. They must forgive and forget for holding grudges is not good. Always there is a future. Make it a happy one. Love and assist others in this world, said Rev. Ross. Offering was received and presented by Mr. and Mrs. D. McClinchey. The McClinchey family welcomed all to the morning service. the time. They hope to leave between 8:30 - 9 a.m. The importance of this event and why it is being mentioned so early is that the money raised from pledges/donations will be presented to the London Children’s Miracle Network Telethon held annually in June. Receipts will be available upon request or for any donations of $10 or more. For more information or if you are considering sponsoring someone call Kathy Bromley at 523-4497, Connie DeJong at 523- 9609 or Shirley Reinink at 523- 4569. Elma Logan managed just one past goalie Greg Dodds. The second was more evenly matched with each team scoring two. Bulging the twine for Blyth were Richmond from the blue line with an assist from Jeff Plaetzer and Dallas Pennington, assisted by Caleb Brohm. The next game for the squad is Dec. 4 at 10 a.m. against Bayfield in Blyth. period buzzer. Rounding out the Blyth scoring in this 9-3 defeat was Albrechtas who found the net from an end-to-end rush early in the third. Despite the score goalie Jeff Elliott had a great game stopping many Bayfield shots. Auburn UCW met at the church at 8 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 22 with a good attendance. On several tables there was a display of war memorabilia. Marilyn Verbeek had collected these as she was the convenor for the evening. The topic was Heroes Past and Present. She spoke on this topic. Heather Durnin, M. Bakker, Laura Mae Chamney and others gave articles on the wars. A though-provoking psalm was given on the Lord’s deliverance in times of trouble. In Flanders Fields was read as well as D. Day and the 50 anniversary. It brought back thought-provoking memories. Members with articles on display told of their loved one’s services. Everyone prayed that there will never be such a combat again. After the closing prayer Elva Gross and Margaret Bakker took over the business meeting. The card report was given. It was decided that $400 should be given for Community and Family Services. Gifts for CARE are to be brought on White Gift Sunday. At 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 6 the UCW is invited to a potluck dinner at Londesboro. The Dougherty family will tell of their year-long trip to the island of St. Vincent in the Caribbean. A number hope to attend. It will be a wonderful adventure to hear about. Gifts will be given to shut-ins at Christmas. Maureen Bean, Grace Cartwright, Kay Lapp and Teresa Roetcisoender will be in charge. Bernice Gross was the pianist for the evening. Everyone was pleased to hear Bernice Anderson was home from the hospital. We trust that she will continue to improve daily. ertiAA. tlud CRIME ■ STOPPERS 1-800-222-TIPS off a Li^etiene FREE PHOTO OF YOUR CHILD • OR FAMILY PORTRAIT • NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR GROUPS • PROFESSIONAL CHILDREN'S PHOTOGRAPHER • NO AGE LIMIT • CHOOSE FROM FINISHED PRINTS • ADDITIONAL PRINTS AVAILABLE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES ONE DAY ONLY Teeft's "K" Food Market Brussels, Ont. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH 10-5:30 PM ’ GREAT CHRISTMAS DAY GIFTS" J tv tde spiral of, uti&fi a£t tpwt clients, paettdA, cuuL CL <£ CL M,ew tyecut, On December 22, The North Huron Citizen will publish a special Christmas Greeting issue. If you would like to be included in this issue, please call Jeannette or Ruth at 523-4792 or drop in at our Blyth or Brussels Office and ask to look at some sample ads.