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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2005-09-15, Page 13From the Minister’s Study THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2005. PAGE 13. Tell tlie story — in simple words By Rev. Ethel Miner Clare Knox United Church, Belgrave One day recently, Nathan, our three and a half year-old grandson, and his mother, Christy, were talking together on the couch. Nathan will be starting junior kindergarten later this month so his mom was telling him that he should be nice to other children at school because he will want to have lots of friends. “You have made friends with Virginia and Charles. And Jacob is your friend, too," Christy told him. “Oh! When did I make them?” asked a puzzled Nathan. “When you shared your toys, played games together . . .” began Christy. “Mom,” interrupted Nathan, “When did I make them?” Christy suddenly realized that Nathan was thinking concretely, as children do at that age, so 'make' to him meant constructing something. He had no idea what his mother was trying to tell him. Later that week, I was talking with one of the Vacation Bible School teachers. She expressed some surprise when she told me there were children attending who had no idea who Jesus was. Why, they didn't even know anything about the Christmas story. Those incidents reminded me of the importance of language and of telling our story. Too often we, in the church, are guilty of assuming outsiders know what we are talking about when we use ‘church language.' Words such as liturgy, grace, sacrament may be understood by the inside group. But even within the Christian church. there are different understandings of what those words actually mean. When I hear words such as eschatology (end times), ecclesiology (church), and exegesis (interpretation) outside a theological discussion, I wonder who the person using them is trying to impress. I believe the Christian story needs to be told in clear and simple words. We all belong to the family of God. God loves each one of us. God gave us Jesus to show us how we should live in relationship with one another. Our lives are our response to God's gift of love. Tell the story so others will know of God’s awesome love and. if you must, use simple words. living. *Water\ Mdian Tdlou^fiip Sept. 18 - Mt. 6:19ff, 7:24tt FoolS Build on Flood PlainS Christ-centred, Bible-believing, Fellowship-friendly, Growth-geared 10:30 am Blyth Public School Pastor: Ernest Dow - 523-4848L Wheeler hosts Brussels UCW The September meeting of the Brussels UCW met at the home of Isabelle Wheeler on Sept. 7 with seven members present. President, Nelva Scott, opened the meeting with the UCW Purpose. Laura Barbour led the group in devotions with readings on Laughter. Things to Remember and Circle of Friends. The scripture was read from John 10. Mrs. Barbour led in prayer followed by The Lord’s Prayer. Her final reading was a list of What is a Grandmother composed by eight year-olds. Mrs. Scott presided for the business portion of the meeting. She read the minutes of the June meeting and moved the adoption of same; seconded by Betty Campbell. Isabelle Wheeler gave the treasurer’s report. The display for the Brussels Fall Fair was discussed. Nora Stephenson offered to look after the display. Mrs. Scott spoke about the fall rally in Exeter and also on the afternoon’s UCW meeting she attended. An article from the Observer on writer Rev. Frank Morgan was discussed at that meeting. Several copies of the Manadate were distributed. Several information sheets were also circulated including one for the 2006 calendars. The silent auction will be held Oct. 21 and 22. Any donations can be made to Rene Richmond. The October meeting will be held at Mrs. Richmond’s with Mrs. Scott in charge of the devotions. The UCW Benediction closed the meeting. Mrs. Wheeler was thanked for hosting the meeting and for the lunch. http://getlivingwater.org Donation-based "A PASTORAL COUNSELLING THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA Memory Garden service, Sun. The third annual remembrance service will be held at the Memory Garden, Drummond Street East in Blyth on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. The suggestion of a Memorial/Celebration Forest was brought to the attention of the Communities in Bloom Committee approximately four years ago. The suggestion was to take some land that was currently scrub, and plant trees and perennials in memory of local people/descendants who have passed away, special anniversaries or to celebrate a child born in the village. The service is held each year to help people deal with their loss, and to remind them that memories live on. The garden provides a way for people to be closer to nature, to reflect upon and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Blyth Greenway. The Foundation will create, cultivate and enhance all aspects of conservation, helping to provide present and future generations with a safe and healthy environment. As the Memory Garden survives totally on donations, the donation cards are available at Falconer Funeral Homes in Clinton and Blyth, or by contacting Bev Elliott at 523-4323 for more information. All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible. “One generation plants a tree, so the next can enjoy the shade. A tree and perennial program like this is important to the community and reminds them that harmony with the land is like harmony with a friend. Planting trees and perennials is a permanent way to recognize a loved one and at the same time give back back to the earth.” said Elliott. To find the Memorial Gardens, turn east on Drummond Street at Scrimgeour’s Food Market and travel to the end of the street. Bring a lawn chair to the service. Sunday, September 18 Morning Worship Service - 10 a.m. Evening Worship Service - 7:30 p.m. BLYTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH "Welcomed to c&me CUtl UMVtdfafa cuct/l CCd SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Trinity, Blyth 9:30 a.m. St. John's, Brussels 11:15a.m. The Rev. Tom Wilson, B.A., MDiv. 887-9273 BRUSSELS - ETHEL PASTORAL CHARGE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Church Office 887-6259 E-mail - bepc@wightman.ca Sunday, September 18 Ethel United Church 9:30 a.m. Worship Service and Sunday School Brussels United Church 11:00 a.m. Worship Service and Sunday School Celebrating our Christian Faith together in worship Fellowship Bible Chapel ■ GAMES • SINGING • BIBLE STORIES Over 30 kidi attend each week! Starting September 15th Ages - Senior K to Grade 6 Thursday Evenings - 7 to 8:30 pm - Hullett Central Public School Londesboro For Info Contact Glen & Elaine Steinson AT 482-5218 Pastor John Kuperus Hwy. 4, Blyth 523-9233 Wheelchair accessible MELVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH BRUSSELS SiuuLatj., Septernttei IS 11:OO am - Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 am - Sunday Beigrave Service Wheelchair accessible Nursery care available Rev. Cathrine Campbell - 887-9831 ST HURON CHAPEL EVANGELICAL 1 MISSIONARY CHURCH SINGASON^OF Auburn - 526-1131 PASTOR DAVE WOOD Sunday 9:30 a.m.- Family Bible Hour Tuesday Wednesday 10:30 a.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship Service Evening Worship Service Jr. & Sr. Youth Bible Study Olympians (starts Sept i 4th) Adult Bible Study "The Church is not a o* ’ K Building, * It is People Touching 5 « 2 People" Sunday 9:15 a.m. - Prayer Meeting 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Phone 523-4875 308 Blyth Rd. E. - Pastor Les Cook 523-4590 Blyth United Church Corner of Dinsley & Mill Street Sunday, September 18 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Minister: Rev. Robin McGauley Office: 523-4224 Blyth United Church is a welcoming community of faith. We celebrate God's presence through worship and study, and through responding to the needs and gifts of each other. Sanctuary