The Citizen, 2001-12-05, Page 12Part 2. Be sure to mark your calendar
now to take in this school event.
However, just to keep everyone on
edge is knowing that on Dec. I I the
Avon Maitland District School
Board will give its recommendation
on accommodation for the schools in
its jurisdiction.
WINGHAM & DISTRICT HOSPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
COMMUNITY FLU VACCINE CLINICS:
A total of 616 people received the flu vaccine at the community flu vaccine clinics held at the hos-
pital during the week of October 29th.
SHOP THE Gin' CASE:
The Gift Case, operated by the Auxiliary to Wingham & District Hospital and located in the front
lobby, is open daily from 2:00 - 4:00 and 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to come and
browse. A variety of gifts, including cards, stamps and Christmas items are available.
THANK YOU:
On November 20, in conjunction with our community partners, the hospital practiced its external
disaster plan. We extend our sincere thanks to the staff and students of F.E. Madill for their dra-
matic contribution, as well as to the planning committee, physicians and staff for a job well done.
To those patients and visitors who may have been inconvenienced during the time the Code was in
effect, we thank you for your patience and understanding.
CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES AT WDH:
The following activities are planned during the holiday season:
1. WDH Christmas Party on December 1;
2. Secret Santa program for all hospital staff;
3. Collection for the Huron Christmas Bureau;
4. Christmas Party for all patients and their families on Tuesday, December 4,
from 6:00 - 7:30 p.in. in the Terrace Room, 1st floor. Special entertainment
and a visit from Santa Claus are planned;
5. Complimentary traditional meals for all staff who work on Christmas Day and New Year's Day;
6. A festive meal for each patient and one family member is provided, at no charge
on Christmas Day and New Year's Day; and
7. Staff Christmas Tea will be held on Tuesday, December 18th from 2:00 - 4:00 p m
CHRISTMAS GREETINGS FROM WDH STAFF:
From those of us who work together at the hospital, to our community
- May this Christmas Season be one of joy, peace and contentment.
Have a Safe Holiday. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Phone: 357-3210 Fax: 357-2931 - E-Mail: wirtghosp@wcl.on.ca
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PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2001.
United congregation presents white gifts
FROM LONDESBORO
All the young people of the Sunday
School had a share in presenting the
morning service at Londesboro
United Church on Sunday, Dec. 2.
From the youngest to the oldest of the
children all demonstrated confidence
and poise in their presentation.
The first Sunday in Advent has tra-
ditionally been known as the white
gift service. Emcees for this yedr's
service, Tanya Drost and Robert
Goodall, gave an explanation and his-
tory of the giving of the white gifts.
All aspects of the program were
designed to give meaning to the shar-
ing of gifts.
Greeting churchgoers were Jacqui
Mitchell • and Kelly Stevenson.
Kendra Falconer and Molly
Horbanuik were the ushers and Eric
Radford and Meaghan Wheeler
assisted with the offering.
The primary children happily
offered their gifts of song, Mary had
a Baby and Away in a Manger.
Amanda Mitchell and Rev. Paul Ross
lit the first Advent candle — the candle
of HOPE.
Jacqui Mitchell and Kelly
Stevenson offered a meditation about
a single grape stem which was having
difficulty growing alone. Once anoth-
er stem reached out to help, both
stems grew straighter. Together with
other single stems all grew together
and bore fruit.
Isaiah 58" 10-11 was read by
Caitlin Pollard. These verses assure
that those who look after the hungry
will be cared for by God. Jesus tells
His disciples that when they show
love and care for the needy they have
shown love and care for Him.
Rachel Snell read this portion of
the sermon on the Mount from
Matthew 25: 31-40.
A skit based on the feeding of the
multitude by Christ and His disciples
was played out by Terry Radford
(narrator), Alex Stevenson (Jesus),
Eric Radford (Phillip), Tyler Mitchell
(Andrew), Jennifer Snell (child),
Amanda Mitchell (Mary of
Magdala), and Emily Allen
(Johanna).
The play showed how the small gift
of one child that day on the Mount of
Olives and at Londesboro United
Church could feed so many. After the
congregation had all received an
offering of fish and bread, there were
still baskets of food left.
During the receiving of the offering
Emily Allen and Barb Bosman
played a piano duet, Star of Wonder.
The teachers and children are to be
commended for a thought-provoking
service.
The Sunday school was also
responsible for the seasonal decorat-
ing of the narthex and sanctuary.
They acknowledged the anonymous
donation which made possible the
purchase of evergreen boughs and
tiny lights for the wainscotting.
Bouquets of flowers were placed in
memory of Ross Leiper who recently
passed away. The church community
offers condolences to his family and
friends.
It's not too late to order cookie or
cappuccino mix from the Londesboro
UCW. These can be ordered from
523-4296 or 523-4846 until Dec. 15.
The theme of the service on Dec. 9
will be mission and service. Special
envelopes will be included in the
orders of service. It is hoped all con-
gregants will give a special offering
to help Londesboro United Church
and the London Conference to meet
this year's objective.
Respect, this month's virture at HCPS
Gang
enjoys
festive
meal
President Mary East welcomed 71
members and guests to the Christmas
gathering of the Happy Gang Seniors
on Wednesday, Nov. 28. Gail Lear
accompanied the singing of 0
Canada and Grace.
Ladies of the Londesboro United
Church catered a delicious turkey
dinner to the group. Attendees donat-
ed items to the Huron County
Christmas Bureau Food Bank.
Lorne McKenzie of Wingham,
provided musical entertainment that
afternoon. He sang several numbers
including a few Christmas tunes, and
accompanied himself on keyboard.
By purchasing draw tickets, the
Seniors had a chance to win one of
the many door prizes which were
donated by members, local business-
es and the Happy Gang Seniors
group.
The next meeting of the Seniors
group will be the afternoon of
Wednesday, Jan. 30.
The third Virtue assembly for the
school year was held on Monday,
Dec. 3 to recognize those pupils
whose actions exemplified the
virtues for the month of November.
For the first week of December,
Respect is the virtue being dis-
cussed. A sixth grader from
California sums it up thus: "When I
respect others, others respect me,
and I like that."
Now that the pressure of report
cards and interviews is over, the staff
We have turned to the last calendar
page for the year 2001. Because of
the sun's orbit, December would ge
the darkest month of the year were it
not for the celebration of Christmas.
Is it any wonder people make such
grand use of lights and candles dur-
ing this season?
As you hustle about celebrating
the birth of the Prince of Peace,
remember that peace on earth starts
with peace in our homes and in our
hearts.
and pupils at Hullett Central School
will be preparing for their Christmas
concert to be held on Tuesday, Dec.
18. The theme is Christmas in Song -
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