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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2005-12-08, Page 23THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2005. PAGE 23. PEOPLE AROUND WALTON By Jo-Ann McDonald Call 887-6570 Our condolences to family and friends of Bill McCall, who passed away last week. Services were held from Clinton and the community’s deepest sympathies are extended to all. Condolences are extended to Jane Draper and family on the sudden passing of Lome Draper. Many will recall that Lome drove for McCall transport for many years and had many Walton friends. The Walton Hall board had the pleasure of serving a meal to more than 50 men attending a P and H growers meeting held on Thursday. They enjoyed a roast beef dinner after the morning’s presentations. Thanks to Judy Lee, Audrey Hackwell, Leona McDonald, Mary Bernard and Rick McDonald. We are thankful that Darryl Houston and friends were not hurt when poor road conditions contributed to an unfortunate crash. We are also thankful that Pat Melady and his vanload of hockey players and parents were also not seriously hurt that same night. The Sawmill Road farm machinery parade was an absolutely wonderful event with lots of entries. There were lights, music and plenty of spectators to watch this procession of all kinds of machinery and tractors. . The Walton Little School held a successful dinner and auction at the BMG Community Centre on Saturday night. Work is progressing on the Campbell property beside the Walton Inn. The walls have been knocked down, and cement block sections are in place waiting for the next step. The Walton Country Christmas was cancelled due to the weather on Friday evening. It has been rescheduled for Sunday at 1:30 p.m. at the Hall. Watch out this week. The deer hunters are out again. A few more deer will hopefully be thinned out. Celebrating birthdays to start December were Daniel Fritz, Jim Fritz, Scott Godkin, Malinda Johnston, Paul McCallum, Mary Bernard, Greg Bowers, Ron Godkin and Devin Bachert. FROM WALTON ON $4.00 THURSDAYS Drop into either of our offices any Thursday with your word classified (maximum 20 words) and pay only $4.00 + GST (paid in advance). That’s $1.00 off regular rates. The Citizen In memory Rose and Bob Robinson with Shannon McGavin, right, attended the Walton Little School dinner, auction and dance Saturday night where a special tribute was done for their grandson Jack Matthew Robinson, son of Brent and Susan, brother of Mark, Josh and Ben. Jack who had been a student of WLS, had tragically passed away last year. He was described as a “go- getter and if you knew him you loved him. Riding on tractors was one of his favourite things.” A little tractor was dedicated in his memory. (Vicky Bremnerphoto) Carol sing opens Duff’s service On the second Sunday of Advent worshippers were greeted by Pearl McCallum and Joan Tuchlinsky to Duff’s United. The Christmas carol singing prior to the service was led by Gloria Wilbee and Glenda Morrison. The scripture reader was Dianne McCallum. Rev. Joan’s reflection was entitled Comfort, Comfort Your People. She related a personal story on the topic of violence against women. She reported that Dec. 6 is the date of the massacre of 14 women at the Polytech Institute in Montreal, by a man who hated women. It was a reflection of the violence against women and children in this world. Even in our small community, violence against women is there but is not talked about, she said. Advent is a time of waiting for God’s presence to arrive to bring a just and peaceful world to all. We all yearn for God’s love to change things, but what can we do to change things? We can speak out against violence and change the code of silence, be proactive and move out of our comfort zone, to comfort, comfort your people. The Minute for Mission was a story from Japan from the Gifts of Grace. The Mission and Services fund also supports Christian peacemaker teams and missionary support. The offering was collected by Monique and Teresa Baan. They also collected white gifts. Christmas carols are sung 15 minutes prior to the service every Sunday. Communion will be Dec. 18 and the Christmas Eve service is at 7:30 p.m. and on Christmas day at 9:30 a.m. Traditional candle lit in Blyth Continued from page 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the Legion Hall. This will be the last euchre until Jan. 9. Happy birthday to Rev. Robin McGauley who celebrated Dec. 5. Happy 30th birthday to Nikki Snell of Goderich who celebrates Dec. 7. BLYTH UNITED CHURCH Greeting at Blyth United Church, Sunday, Dec. 4 were Enid MacDonald and Brenda Brooks. Guest organist was Lynda McGregor. Ushers were Rob and Karen Mason and Pat Bernard and Doug Howson. Rev. McGauley’s father brought a candle of peace from their church in Sault Ste. Marie and lit it for the Blyth United Church. This candle is a tradition and was started in Russia. Rev. McGauley asked the children to come to the front for their story. During the singing of the hymn. Hope is a Star Meagan Berwich carried a star from the back of the The Mary and Joseph were moved closer to the the church by Courtney and Sean Berwich to church and Bryce Giousher carried the branch of peace and ribbons. The Kerr family lit the second candle of peace in the Advent wreath, figurines front of Taggart symbolize that Mary and Joseph were coming closer to their destination. Rev. McGauley was presented with her grandmother’s life membership pin of the UCW by Marnie McDonough, from Sault Ste. Marie, a family friend and Rev. McGauley’s support person through her process toward ordained ministry. Brett Giousher held the candle to be lit. This was taken down to Sunday school. Rev. McGauley’s message to the adults was O Come, O Come Emmanuel. Many people from the congregation, Huron Perth Presbytery and friends and family of Rev. Robin McGauley gathered at Blyth United Church Sunday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. to witness the covenanting service. The scriptures were read by Tom Dunbar. Pat Milliken was worship leader, Elly VanBergen, chair of Presbytery presided over the covenanting service. Amanda Swartzentruber was guest musician in place of Margaret Kai. Rev. McGauley was presented with a stole by her parents, Bob and Carol McGauley; a Bible by Lavern Clark, chair of the official board; cup and plate by Myrtle Badley, clerk of session; candle by Brett and Bryce Giousher for the children and a paint brush by Emily Phillips, chair of M & P. Marnie McDonough o( Sault Ste. Marie spoke of Rev. McGauley’s life. 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