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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2003-04-09, Page 2PAGE 2. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2003. A NOTE FROM BETTY By Betty Graber Watson Call 887-6236 887-9231 FROM BRUSSELS Glory, honour sermon topic The sacrament of communion was celebrated at Melville Presbyterian Church on Sunday morning with Rev. Cathrine Campbell officiating. The congregation was pleased to welcome new member Leanne Zehr who joined the church by profession of faith. Greeters at the door were Ross and Anna Cunningham. Mary Douma was organist. During the service the congregation enjoyed an anthem of several piano selections by Matthew Cardiff. Jeff Cardiff assisted as reader for the scripture readings which were Jeremiah 31: 31-36, Hebrews 5: 5-10 and John 12: 20-33. The sermon, Glory, Honour and Life, was of Jesus telling how a seed must fall into the ground and die in order to bring new life and hope amidst despair, a prediction of his death and resurrection. Collection was taken up by Doug McArter, Frank Schimanski, Jeff Cardiff and Maurice Douma. There is much preparation underway for the Easter service. Anyone interested in joining in the special music of the junior and senior choirs can come to practice at 7 and 8 p.m. respectively on Thursday night. Also, for Easter Sunday, the sanctuary of the church will be decorated with tulips in memory of loved ones or to honour special people. All tulip donations are appreciated. Call Tammy King. Bible study will be held on Tuesday evening in the church parlour, and on Thursday afternoon at the home of Helen Elliott. Because next year Melville celebrates its 150th year of Presbyterianism in Brussels, plans for celebration have begun. You’ll hear more from this committee, but right now the committee is asking if anyone could loan cookbooks published by Melville throughout the years. This is getting a little bit much, but considering there is not a dam thing we can do about it, we will continue to lament about the snowflakes. The window view available is causing a bit of viewing displeasure. So as we spend more time in residence watching the weather we can just continue to groan and lament. It’s actually good for you. But really where are the April showers? And what does happen to the poor wee snowdrops when they get dumped on? Only Mother Nature knows where, what and when. The Blyth Festival Singers were doing their stuff on Sunday night. A good crowd enjoyed the efforts of all their hard work as they performed some pretty tricky stuff. They called it madrigals, we saw it as pretty fine. The talents of director Robert Blackwell and accompanist Sharon Johnston were a joy to watch as they brought out the talents of the choir. The Strathroy Chorale and cellist Ben Bolt-Martin added their talents to make for a very enjoyable evening. The Wingham and Area Palliative Care Services continue to do their best to make us aware of this need in News from the Branch By Jo-Ann McDonald The week was relative quiet at the Brussels Legion Branch. The wonderful weather didn’t help at all. Thursday night darts had 11 players looking to be winners. The first place team was Adam Smith, Cathy Cochrane and John Harrison. Second place was Bill Kamerman and Bruce Clark. Reports were that the darts were not co-operating and there were no high shots over 100. The Friday night supper of turkey was enjoyed by many. Thanks to Charlie and Grace Proctor for their donation of the turkey. This week is lasagna. The Parent Support Group for the Cadets held its first fundraising dinner on Sunday evening. A delicious roast beef dinner was enjoyed by over 80 people. Funds raised go towards extra equipment eg. tents, compasses, etc. as well as travel expenses for camp weekends. The parents provided the kitchen staff and the Cadets in uniform served refreshments and cleaned tables. Many good comments were Continued on page 27 our homes, hospitals and long-term care facilities. As health care dollars get shifted and shuffled the need for quality end of life care rises. Ninety- five per cent of Canadians report they want hospice palliative care but the reality is that it is available to only 15 per cent of us. By increasing awareness and hopefully funding the last stage of life care we receive will be available for all. End of life conversations are a little like sex and money - just stay silent. Wrong on all counts. Death is part of life and we are pretty sure of our wants and needs for the first few years so why not get active about the final chapter. Living wills, quality of end of life care, celebration of life services as well as, sex and money thrown in just to keep it interesting, all need to be part of family discussions. Now the Easter Sunday dinner is maybe not the place to start but for the comfort of all - open the subject very soon. Two events sponsored by the Palliative Care folks are coming up fast. Hike for Hospice is being held in Wingham on May 4 starting at the Lions picnic shelter. A pleasant walk supported by your sponsors will take place between 1:30 and 3 p.m. on that Sunday afternoon. Sponsor sheets are available from myself, any member of the Palliative Care organization or from Kathy Procter at the Palliative care office. This is a new venture so come on out. The second event is an evening at the Wingham Golf and Country Club on May 8. The English Tea and Mobile Millinery Hat Show sounds like a fun-filled evening. Easter is fast approaching. Get your joy prepared. Betty G-W COMING EVENTS at the BRUSSELS LEGION SATURDAY, APR. 12 Euchre Tournament downstairs at 1:00 pm. Cash prizes. Lunch. Bring your own partner. No Smoking Event. Admission $5.00 per person. CLASSES MONDAY & THURSDAY 7:30 PM 72 Mill St., Brussels (Upstairs) Men & Women welcome YOUR AEROBIC WORKOUT SPECIAL EVENTS ROOM FOR RENT With light kitchen equipment Holds up to 70 people Call Jim: 887-8013 Evenings: 887-9181 Make your hair the HIGHLIGHT of your SUNDAY, APR. 13 Singles dance from 7:00 to 11:00 pm Admission $8.00 per person. Lunch. Enjoy "The Country Versatiles" Checking the wares Justine King was just one of the many shoppers who visited Brussels Public School Saturday morning to look at the crafts, clothing, toys and goodies for sale as well as enjoy the soup and chili luncheon offered by the students as a fundraiser. (Janice Becker photo) A Big Thank You For those who helped in any way from food/coffee and dry clothing to the encouraging words on the street and in the paper. It's greatly appreciated. Thanks again. The Brussels Fire Department --------------, SAVE $5 on ; highlights for J the month [ of April SATURDAY, APR. 26 Euchre Tournament downstairs at 1:00 pm. Cash prizes. Lunch. Bring your own partner. Admission $5.00 per person. No Smoking Event. It’s a Shear Thing Call Rhonda for an appointment Turnberry St., Brussels 887-9025 SUNDAY, APR. 27 Singles dance from 7:00 to 11:00 pm Admission $8.00 per person. Lunch. Enjoy "Southridge Sound" Info and general inquiries at 887-6562 or 887-6570 Brussels Minor Hockey Awards Banquet 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 Thurs., April 24th at 6:00 p.m. BMG Auditorium Potluck Dinner fTtea&e (vtiny main. cowt&e dish, d&MWti, ' plates t£ utensils, enough fa* you* family. g Huron Business Development Corporation A Community Futures Development Corporation ComM&j invites QJou to ^Attend ©u* 9th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING & FOOD FOR THOUGHT­ ENCOURAGING VALUE-ADDED FOOD ENTERPRISES IN YOUR COMMUNITY With Guest Speaker, Mary Jane Combe of the Ontario Agricultural Value-Added Innovation Network Thursday, April 17th, 2003 2:00 p.m. Bainton Gallery, Blyth Festival Blyth, Ontario Also featured will be a sampling of some of the finest in Huron County’s Bounty! To RSVP please contact Lisa at the Huron Business Centre (519) 527-0305 by Monday, April 14th.