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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2004-10-21, Page 7Thinking about quitting? ktl 1Ht CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY'S TOLL FREE SMOKERS' HELPLINE 1-877-513-5333 Committee Paul Dyck, centre, is chair of the Habitat for Humanity Huron County. Also pictured are several steering committee members present at last week's meeting in Wingham. From left: Terry Taylor, Dale Taylor, Lois Hayter and John Schenk. (Photo submitted) Elves DOUG GOUGH, R.I.B. (ONT.) CAIB, Manager IVES INSURANCE BROKERS LTD. - BLYTH OFFICE 184 Dinsley St. W. Box 428 Blyth, ON NOM 1H0 Tel: (519) 523-9655 Fax: (519) 523-9793 All Classes of Insurance WWW.IVESINSURANCE.COM FLU SHOT CLINIC DR. SALSBURY'S PATIENTS Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2-5pm Thursday, Oct. 28, 9:30am -12 noon DR. 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Families tend to be the focus at Thanksgiving and so it seemed fitting that two families presented their children for baptism at Londesborough United Church on Thanksgiving Sunday. Hanna Rose, daughter of Steven and Christina Duizer and and Sadie Darlene, daughter of Al Squires and Tammy Vincent joined the Londesborough family of God that The steering committee for Habitat for Humanity Huron County met last week in Wingham to continue its work to bring Habitat for Humanity to the local area. Several lengthy meetings have been held recently in order to put together the governance of the organization. In order to be a fully recognized affiliate, the fledgling organization must meet strict criteria put forth by Habitat's Canadian governing office in Waterloo. "It's a lot of detail work to iron out," explains Paul Dyck. "The intent is to establish a workable structure to ensure that this organization is here for the long run." The group has drafted the bylaws that will govern the organization. These must now be approved by Habitat's Waterloo head office, and then sent on for provincial government approval. The goal is to be a fully approved affiliate by February of 2005. The group also has an ambitious goal to build their morning. Assisting Rev. Pat Cook with the sacrament of baptism were Marjorie Duizer and Barb Bosman who presented each mother with a candle to signify a new light in God's world. The sanctuary was full of regular congregants and many friends and relatives of Hanna and Sadie there to witness the special event. A wall sconce of angels was presented to the congregation that morning as well by Marie Bromley in memory of her daughter, Darlene Vincent, mother to Tammy Vincent and grandmother of young Sadie. The sconce has been hung on the wall of the narthex. Children of the Sunday school entered the church during the first hymn with harvest items to place on the communion table. In the children's time at the front, Rev. Pat spoke of the many things for which congregants should be thankful and of the wonders of autumn. The senior choir offered a Song of Thanksgiving as anthem. Psalm 66, the responsive psalm, is a song of praise for all of God's blessings to His people. Luke 17: 11-19 was the text for Rev. Pat's message of thanksgiving titled, The Wonder of God. During His time on earth, Jesus enjoyed travelling about the small villages and speaking with the ordinary folk. In one such town lived 10 lepers who knew Christ would heal them if they could just get His attention. When Jesus spoke to them from a distance, they were healed. In their excitement and joy, nine of the men went on their way to resume their lives. Just one man, a Samaritan, paused to thank Christ for his healing. Rev. Pat posed the question, "Are today's followers like the nine and accept without thoughts of gifts of God? Or like the Samaritan are they grateful? She challenged worshippers that day to give thanks from deep in their hearts for all the blessings of God. They can show this gratitude and repay God with good deeds and kindness to others, sharing their wealth and spreading His love. Rev. Colin Swan will be the guest speaker for Londesborough United's anniversary service on Sunday, Oct. 24. The new addition will be dedicated during the celebration. For the potluck gathering following the service the congregation is asked to bring salad or a first-course item. The senior choir will gather at 10 long-term financial security, increased financial independence, improved jobs for adults, and even improved grades among school-aged children. Habitat for Humanity is a non- profit, independent housing program made up of local affiliates that are locally managed. Each local chapter must meet the strict guidelines of Habitat for Humanity Canada. Started in 1976 in the United States, Habitat for Humanity now enjoys success in 87 countries around the globe. Habitat came to Canada in 1985 and thus far has built over 600 homes. a.m. that morning for practice. The youth group will meet for a games night on Friday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. at the church. Bring along your favourite board game. OPP seize 31 pounds of • • marijuana On Oct. 15 at 5:45 p.m. a Huron OPP officer was travelling on Cardiff Road in Huron East when a red car pulled out of a cornfield. The officer stopped the vehicle which had two men inside. He could smell freshly-cut marijuana inside. A search of the vehicle turned up a large garbage bag full of marijuana inside the trunk. A total of 31 pounds was seized. The passenger, a 31-year-old from Cambridge has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking. He will attend court in Goderich on Oct. 18. first house in 2005. "If everything are required to work on committees falls into place, these goals are in order to perform the complex aggressive, but achievable. We are series of tasks that need to be in confident in our ability to mobilize place before construction can begin. the volunteer communities in Huron More people are needed and they county." A committee structure has may contact the local Habitat group been established to carry out the at: Habitat for Humanity Huron group's mission. County, Box 68, Hensall, Ontario "Everybody I've talked to is NOM 1XO. anxious to get to work and swing a What Does Habitat Do? hammer, and build a house," said For low-income families, the Dyck. opportunity to purchase a home Members of the steering through innovative programs put committee however must first get into place by Habitat for Humanity, funding in place, select a site, get leads to a brighter future. Homes are commitment for labour and material, not given to low-income families, as well as initiate the process for rather they are earned through family selection. The group's "sweat equity" (working on the mandate will be to operate within homes themselves) and favourable, the boundaries of Huron County. affordable financing that puts Much committee work is needed payments within reach. to be done and a strong leadership A draft report by Habitat for role has been undertaken by all the Humanity that surveyed families members of the Steering Committee. across Canada concludes that home Additional volunteers are needed to ownership has made a tremendous now carry out the work of the difference in the quality of life for committees. many people. Among the study's Before builders are needed, people findings, families reported increased Habitat committee meets in Wingham • Change oil and filter (includes up to 5 litres of Ford oil) • Lube-chassis • Inspect & rotate tires • Check all lights • Inspect belts & hoses • Check air & pollen filter • Check antifreeze • Inspect exhaust & brakes • Check battery