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Home My WebLink AboutThe Huron Expositor, 1994-06-01, Page 57 C Community -THE HURON EXPOSITOR, June 1, 11154-$ BISHOP BLESSES SCHOOL - Bishop John Sherlock blesses the new addition at St. James School in Seaforth while Father Henry Church, school open new buildin additions BY TIM CUMMING Expositor Editor Representatives of the Roman Catholic church and government "bodies praised the new addition to Si. James School after a Mass at St. James Church on Sunday. The new addition to the church was also praised as respectful of the building's architecture by Bishop John Sherlock, who auended the ceremony. He said the addition will serve as a meeting place for parishioners after church and will create better access for everyone. "The addition hasn't sacrificed the architectural integrity of the building," he said in a television interview after the service. "The old style was impressive but not very functional." "The addition has enhanced our church's beauty," echoed Casey Van Bakel, chairperson of the advisory board. He also praised the school addition saying he was glad a new school didn't have to be built away from the current site. "Having the church and school so close physically as well as spiritually is a great asset." He expressed his thanks to Father Henry Cassano for watch- ing over the project. Father Cassano said the project "was not an easy chore" but was finally completed and demon- strated how the school, church and parish could work together. Bishop John Sherlock delivered the homily during Trinity Sunday mass prior to the dedication ceremony. Following the two ceremonies he officially opened the church addition and school addition. At the school he joked with the children and showed them his shepherd's staff, or 'crozier,' explaining its symbolism. He even let one youngster, eight- year-old Derek Van Dicten, try on his Bishop's hat or 'mitre.' He also answered questions in a television interview. Bishop Sherlock said the school addition was long over- due. He said he was glad to hear the spirit of cooperation which existed in constructing the addi- tions. He even waded into the con - TIM CUMMING PHOTO Cassano (at far right) looks on. An official opening and blessing took place on Sunday for additions at both the school and church. HEALTH ON THE HILL A Review of activities at SEAFORTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Big Bike Ride for Stroke: On Sunday, May 22, some of our hospital staff and community citizens participated in the Big Bike Ride for Stroke held at St. Christopher's Beach in Goderich. The Big Bike is a 30 seat bicycle from Alberta and is being rode across Ontario. Each rider collected a minimum of $50.00 in pledges which goes to stroke research. Three teams participated in Huron County including the "Seaforth Heart Throbs" led`byteam captain Val Poisson. Seaforth's team surpassed other area teams by collecting a total of $3,126.00. A job well done! After the ride, team members enjoyed a volleyball game on the beach and a hot dog barbe- cue. A great time was had by all. Kindergarten Classes from Huron Centennial Park School, Brucefield toured Seaforth Community Hospital recently with their teacher, Mrs. Norma Gemmell. Fitness Week: "If you do not have time for your health today, you will not have health for your time tomorrow". This is the theme permeating the halls this week at Seaforth Community Hospital as they recognize Fitness Week. A special slate of events has been planned including, previewing fitness videos, step aerobics, baseball game and line dancing. These events take place during the lunch hour and are designed to give staff the opportunity to reflect on the theme. Occupational Health and Safety Week is being held at Seaforth Community Hospital June 20-26. In preparation for this event, the Rehabilitation Department has requested hospi- tal staff to submit back problems that they commonly deal with in their jobs. These problems will then be addressed in a Back Care Presentation hosted by the Rehabilitation Department between June 20-26. Hospital Auxiliary Report: The Annual June Banquet will be held on June 14th at the Seaforth Legion. Guest speaker will he Frances Teatero, Chairman of Region 2. Members and Associate Members are reminded to invite a guest. SEAFORTH LIONS POOL The Huron County Board of Education and Clinton Public School Staff invite you to attend a Retirement Party for Arnold Mathers (Superintendent of Schools) and Ila Mathers (Vice -Principal) Friday, June 3, 1994 Exeter Golf Club 7:30 p.m. Cash Bar 8:30 p.m. Presentation $10.00 per person (Payable at the Door) ex t►p Q0‘ A SPECIAL MOMENT - Derek Van Dieten, 8, of Seaforth, trys on the Bishop's Mitre during a Tight moment before the blessing of the new addition to St. James School. troversial issue of shared schools. Roman Catholic and public schools could share facil- ities, he said, but he passionately defended the Separate School system. "The distinctiveness of the schools are a real blessing," he said. The proposed savings in shared schools sounds "simplistically attractive." He said the move to larger facilities may not be a cost savings. When local boards were disbanded in favour of county boards "it turned out to be a disaster," he said, raising his voice. The new school addition was praised by many dignitaries who attended Sunday's official open- ing at St. James. The chairperson of the Huron - Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board, Louise Martin, said Roman Catholic education depends upon the three partners of "home, church and school." The MPP for Huron, Paul Klopp, praised the Huron -Perth Roman Catholic Separate School Board for its cooperation with the province. "We have to work together," he stressed. The new school setting will help provide "the opportunities to Team respect and understand- ing along with academic sub- jects," said Shirley Van Nuland, from the regional office of the Ministry of Education. �3�k�rc 3 SESSION - July 4 to 22 - July 25 to August 12 - August 15 to Sept. 2 REGISTER: SATURDAY JUNE 4 -10 AM T01 PM SATURDAY JUNE 11 -10 AM TO 1 PM LIONS PARK PAVILION No Early Registrations - No Phone Registrations SWIMMING LESSON REGISTRATION ga0000acaoaoa0000cl000cuc o Huron County's Complete I VEHICLE 1 RENTAL ci Headquarters i El Small & Mid-sized Cars al O Passenger & Cargo Vans, iPickup Trucks 0 Daily, Weekly, Monthly Q Insurance Rentals & More a CI Free Delivery O Ask about our full transportation service a CAR & TRUCK RENTALS Division of Suncoast Ford 500 Huron Rd., Goderich CALL COLLECT Ask for Helen 524-8347 eeeetsetieisrioeeeetse rirm TIM CUMMING PHOTO NEW ADDfTION TO SCHOOL - These local boys lead the procession from St. James Church to St. James School on Sunday as additions at both buildings were opened and blessed. Hundreds came to the opening. 47: Corporation of the COUNTY OF HURON NOTICE RE: SPOT SPRAYING OF WEEDS This is to notify residents of the County of Huron that the county will be SPOT SPRAYING WEEDS In rural areas commencing June 6, 1994, for a period of approximately 12 - 14 weeks. Pesticides to be used are ESTAPROP, Registration No. 14803; AMITROL-T, Registration No. 16548, and DIPHENO- PROP 700, Registration No. 15707. To be controlled are noxious weeds as per the Provincial Weed Control Act. This notice complies with regulation 914 of the Pesticides Act. For further information and for the locations of the roads to be treated, please call Joe Gibson, Weed Inspector at (519) 233-3229. The Board of Directors of McKillop Mutual insurance Company wish to announce the appointment of Lynda A.F. Vincent as an agent for the company. Lynda has had 14 years insurance experience in vary- ing fields of the industry. Don't hesitate to give Lynda a call at 527-2204 for an insurance consultation. Does your Well Water Pass The Zest? Jllighft a free testing for bacteria, nitrates. etc1114 A why should you test your water? what do the test results mean? 6 how can problems be corrected? Water Testing 9nfor►r►>taftlon 1 Brussels - Monday, June 6, 7 - 9 p.m. Brussels, Morris & Grey Community Centre Benmiller - Monday, June 13 7 - 9 p.m., Forester's Hall ror more Information call 482-3416 or 1-800.265-5184 404.1 .4, Canadian Environment Week June 6 - 12, 1904` fi °��IYVPo Sponsored by: Huron County Rural Health Coordinating Committee Huron County Health Unit