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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-11-25, Page 20Page 4A Times -Advocate, November 25, 1981 St. Patrick's CWL celebrates 30 years The St. Patrick's Catholic Women's League celebrated its 30th Anniversary at a meeting. November 11. Father Finn opened the celebrations by praying the Rosary and introduced the guest speaker. Father Fred Henry of St. Peter's Seminary who chose as his topic "The Virgin 'Mary". This was followed by an in- teresting "question and answer period. A social time was enjoyed with a decorated cake and other refreshments. Many charter members were in attendance. During the business period plans were finalized for the annual bazaar. December 6. United Church At Lucan United Church Sunday morning, Rev. Keith Brown continued his series on the "Sermon on the Mount". speaking from Matt. 5:21-26 on "Christ prohibits not only outward murder. but the inward con- dition that causes it .as murder has its birth in the heart of man". said Mr. Brown. and "our tongues are sometimes the worst offenders." Gossip. slander. speaking ill of people is the worst thing we could do, not only because it is forbidden. but it is a hindrance of the Christian life. Speaking on "recon- ciliation". Mr. Brown said that a revival would sweep the world if all Christians would seek reconciliation with those with whom they have had differences. What then must a Chris- tian do'' Watch our thoughts, refuse to harbour anger, catch self .ltefore becoming angry. look at others through the eyes of Jesus. seek forgiveness of others we have harmed and commit our hearts and tongues to Jesus Christ and to His ser- vice. Upcoming Tomorrow morning at 9:45 the Prayer and Share Group will meet in the C.E. wing and Friday evening the an- nual "Snowflake" Bazaar will be held in the C.E. rooms from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The Church will be open Thursday evening and Fri- day to receive your donations. Hopefully everything will be in for pricing well before 7 p.m. Please price as many as you Can. yourself. Next Sunday the Adult Bi- ble Class is sponsoring a "Family morning" when parents are invited to come with their children at 10 a.m. and share in the discussion. Coffee will be served. following the 11 a.m. Mass. It will be held in the school gym. Draws will be made for a Ceramic Nativity Scene: and afghan: two stuffed pajama bags and a turkey. Tickets are available at some village outlets and from members. St. Patrick's parish has been granted the contract for Plowing Match hats and the C.W. I. will share with the A.C.W and the U.C.W. in "lunches to the field" at the plowing match. Wednesday. November 18. this group catered for the first "Lunch Out" program for Lucan seniors The next one will be held December 16. in the alcove off the big hall at the arena. Please phone Andrea Vahey, 227- 4834. if you wish to attend. If you need transportation please call "The Helping Hands" at 227-1222. UCW prepare bazaar crafts A Christmas craft meeting was held Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. prior to the meeting of the Friendship Unit of the Lucan U.C.W. to complete the crafts and decorations to be sold at the "Snowflake Bazaar". on Friday evening. November 27 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. The worship service was taken by Kit Hearn on the theme "Prayer" assisted by Ruth Butler. with Jean Brown at the piano. Barb Wallace and Phyllis Brady gave a playlet on the Lord's Prayer. with Barb giving the phrases of the Prayer and Phyllis interup- ting as the voice of God. An outline of the new study "Faith and Justice" was given by Ann Holden. Unit leader. Beth Cowdrey announced that White Gifts this year would go to the "Bush People" of Angola. Small items. such as thread. needles. soap. razor blades, material large enough for children's clothing and good used summer clothing, etc. No slacks. please. "Postage' money- will by very accep- table. Phol:e Jean Brown. 227-I143. for further infor- mation. "Lunch out" on December 16 for the Lucan seniors, will be the responsibility of the U.C.W. The General meeting will be held December 9 com- mencing at 6:30 with a "pot luck" supper to which special guests from other churches. etc. are to be in- vited. Refreshments were serv- ed by Beth Cowdrey and Barb Gibson. NEW AMBULANCE EQUIPMENT — Lucan Lions post president Frank Von Praet and - treasurer Richard Welsh present a cheque to purchase a mobile blood pressure taker to Lucan Ambulance operator Bill Haskett. T -A photo and district news Iva M. Hodgins 7.4714 Install new minister at Revival Centre November 1 Rev. C.J. Williams started his duties as pastor of Lucan Revival Centre. The installation ser- vice was held Sunday mor- ning. by Dr. G.H. Nunn, con- ference superintendent. Rev. Williams was born in Calgary while Mrs. Williams is from Lethbridge. When they were married they settled in Lethbridge. After studying "Bible by Correspondence," Rev. Williams was ordained by the Independent Assemblies of God. He was then assis- tant pastor in the Lethbridge church. In a few years they moved to Ontario. where Rev. Williams took a job at Eator.s in Niagara Falls. while being English pastor of the Italian Christian Church. In 1953 the Williams mov- ed to an Independent Pentecostal Church in Wiar- ton. for almost eight years. in 1961 they accepted pastorate of an Independent Pentecostal Church in North Rose. New York. From there the Williams moved to suburban Rochester to take a position as associate minister in Faith Temple Independent Church. While there for eleven years. Rev. Williams was principal of the Chris- tian School. graded from 1 to 12. in conjunction with the church. Rev. and Mrs. Williams retained their Canadian citizenship. Both their son and daughter married near Rochester. where each have their home. Rev. Williams replied to an invitation to come as pastor to Lucan Revival Centre. moving here October 28. Upcoming events Sunday evening. at 7 p.m., Rev. C.J. Williams ARENA AID FROM LIONS -- At Monday's meeting of the Luton Lions club, a donation of 55,000 was made to the Lucan • . Centre. Above, Lions secretory John McDonald and vice-president Fred Grant made the presentation ;,ley ani Larry Hotson of the arena board. The money is being used for paving around the arena. T -A photo 4'. LIONS HELP FIREMEN The Lucan Lions Monday night officially donated equipment to the Lucan-Biddulph fire deport- ment which will be helpful in freeing accident victims when trapped in cars. Above, lions president Jack Ryan and vice- president George Gibbs make the presentation to fire chief Wes Hickson and assistant chief John Riddell. T -A photo the Sunday School of Lucan Revival Centre will present their Christmas program. Everyone is invited. Saturday November 28, there will be a workbee in the C.E. wing. the old sanc- tuary. starting at 9 a.m. Sunday morning Alan Melanson led the song ser- vice at the Revival Centre. Pam Seigmiller. playing her guitar. sang "The Man I'm Looking For". Dr. G. H. Nunn. Bishop of Pentecostal Holiness Conference, talked about the former experience Rev. C. J. Williams has had in the ministry. Dr. Nunn. with the church board, prayed for God's blessing on Rev. 'and Mrs. Williams. formally install- ing him as,_pastor of Lucan Revival Ce re. Rick Thornton led the singing for the evening ser- vice. and Mrs. Marlene Thornton and Mrs. Lorraine Armitage sang "Surely Goodness and Mercy". Rev. C.J. Williams ministered from 1 John 2: 15- 16. saying things of the world have a way of getting our attention. It is not wrong to desire good decent things of life. especially for God's use. What God is asking us first. today. is to seek His kingdom. If we seek first the things of the world we can come in bondage to them. Things of the world should he second. while God's will is first. Leaders conference The Homemaking Club leaders Provincial Conference was held at li- day Inn. Downtown, Toro to on November 19, 20 and 21st. To qualify a leader must have led a club during the current year and must not have attended previously and each county was alloted so many delegates to be chosen by the Home Economist. One of th Lucan 4-H club leaders for 10 years, Phyllis O'Neil, was in atten- dance and reports a most in- formative and interesting conference. Fair nets $16,000 Lions donate to arena, firemen The Lucan and District Lions club has tranferred its meeting place to the Leprechaun hall at the Com- munity Centre and reports are that it is much to their liking. The October monthly dance was on the Hallowe'en theme and the committee had deocarated the hall with pumpkins, corn stalks and Jack 0' Lajiterns. Some members came in costume and Jim and Florence Young Legion man speaks to WI Members of the Lucan Women's Institute held their Remembrance meeting November 18 in the Masonic Hall. with a special speaker, Zone commander Jim Simp- son. Mr. Simpson gave a most inspiring and informative talk giving the history of the Royal Canadian Legion from its beginnings • as eight veterans groups in 1918 to the formation of the present organization in 1925, to date. Most of those present had no idea of the tremendous work done by the Legion so it was a real "eye-opener". During the business meeting chaired by the president. " Isobel Haskett', delegates were appointed to attend the plowing match meeting. An appreciation letter was read from Ron and Margery Crozier, and the reports of the delegates to the area convention. held recently in the St. Marys Memorial Arena. were given. and found most in- teresting. The roll call was answered by 12 members each showing a picture of a friends or relative who had served in the Armed Services. Refreshments were provid- ed by Violet Hardy and Iva Hodgins. Anglicans Morning Prayer was the order of service at Holy Trinity Anglican Church on the Sunday before Advent. Greeting the congregation was Mrs. Norah Elson and lesson readers were Kay Egan and Patricia Pocock. Flowers in the sanctuary were from the funeral of the late Mrs. Muriel Gibson, our prayers go out to her family. In his sermon, Rev. Pocock reminded all that this day is sometimes referred to as "Stir up Sun- day". All through the Trinity season the themes have been the living of a Christian life, the consequences of knowing Christ. At this final point of the Christian year we think of bringing all those efforts to God and awaiting His response. He himself is once again about to be born among us and in us. The living (Trinity) leads to a new birth (Christmas), and the preparation of it (Advent). John the Baptist called out the warning to repent for the kingdom of God was at hand. During Advent let all ex- amine their lives and seek the kindom of God first, Up -Coming Events: Induc- tion of Rev. Jim Sutton, rec- tor of Trivitt Memorial Anglican Church. Exeter, November 29 at 4:30 p.m. December 13 - White Gift Sunday - Once again the Parish of Holy Trinity will provide Christmas for a family registered with the Family and Children's Ser- vice in Middlesex County. Bowling scores Monday Ladies - Mary Jefferies 239-661, Audrey Watt 227-638. Mary Young 232. Helen Hardy 228. Audrey Scott 227, Joyce Van Geel 226. Pat McDonald 222, Sharon Haskett 216, Kae Haskett 213. Kit Hearn 214, Janet Ankers 213. Pam Smith 220. Tuesday Juniors - Kirk Davis 285. Michael Cannon 246. Kent Harding 2Q1, Dawn Reid 199. .Janice Atkinson 184. Tonga Butchart 183, Todd Vance 180. Donni Huigil 177. Cherie Evans 176, Brian Roe 170. Colleen's - Jos Molenkamp 224-637. Nancy Densmore 228-620. Brenda Hickson 258. Sharon Arts 249, Val Nell 242. Sherry Lightfoot 228, Norah Cowie 222, Gayle Riley 22I. Janice Dauncey 202. Ann Straatman 200. Medway - Cal Carmichael 257-721. Carol Kish 248473, Al Kish 213-609, Ken Weir 214. Doris Loft 208, Norm Wyatt 207. Senior Citizens - Verna Dowdall 182. Frank DeBlock 171. Charlie Grieve 167, Ed Armstrong 164, Alf Riley 163. Cord Higgs 160, Alex Young 147. Kay Armstrong 144. Henry DenOtter 140. Wednesday Bantams - Chris Sleaford 116, Michelle Cannon 111. Wendy Gwalchmai 109. Aimee Broderick 107, Tim Miller 106. Matt Dillabough 103, Mike Miller 103, Ken Cowie 95. Shelly Johnston 92. Wednesday Mixed - Dave Wickens 256-659, Rose Max- well 285-656. Russ Smith 231- 623. Pat Ryan 254-604, Tom Dobinson 212. Sue Manders 210. Pete Smith 207, Geo Wickens 203, Sandra Cor- nillissen 197, Lynn Smith 194. Thursday Men - Don Watt 304-807. Mike Wraith 333-791, Bob Smith 259-735, Don Rud- dy 262-724. Brad Taylor 286- 716. Brian Ankers 245-713, Ray Hands 328-690, Bi)I Neil 274-668. Ron Culbert 259. Earl Morgan 301.6551 Ken Eaton 296, Paul Wratth 281, Dave Hotson 281. Friday Mixed - Audrey Watt 343-819, Bob Smith 385- 786, Pat Holland 271-684, Dave Mawdsley 229.628, Ray Carter 223-609, Heather Smith 224-607, Larry Smith 209. Morley Thompson 208, Maureen Thompson 202. Earl Anderson 201. won the first prizes, Jun dressed as a mouse and Florence as the cat. Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy were also in atten- dance as was a member of the K.K.K.! At the last meeting the budget was presented by treasurer. Lion Richard Welsh who reported a net profit of $16.000 from the 1981 Fair, much of which will be used to benefit local groups. AS examples, $5,000 was accepted by Jim Shipley and Larry Hotson on behalf of the Arena Board to assist in paying for the black - Custodian back at St. Patrick's St. Patrick students and staff are very pleased to have one of their staff return back after a lengthy con- valescence. John Vanderloo the custodian has been off work since last February and has resumed his duties. Welcome back Mr. Vanderloo. In the area of sports, we have the results of the primary soccer. The winning team consisted of Michael VanBussel, Tish Mouritzen, Jeremy Jemec, Cathy Lan - sink. Amy Sullivan, and Daryn Posma. The runners- up were Shannon Thomas, Paul Menard, Nancy VanBussel, Peter Vickery, Nathan Brown and Becky VanGeel. The senior soccer is coming to a close with one game pending. Junior and senior volleyball in- tramurals are now in full sw- ing. Today Wednesday, November 25. Constable McDonald. a Safety Officer, will visit the school. He will meet with the bus patrollers and the students from each of our buses to discuss many aspects of safety. For your information for- mal student report cards for the first term will be going home Friday. November 27. Following on Wednesday, December 2 there will be a Parent Counselling Day. Friday. November 27 Mrs. Hishon's class will be taking an educational trip to a fire hall in London. Both Mrs. Hern's junior kindergarten and kindergarten classes as well as Mrs. Kelly's Grade 1 and 2 class will be taking a train trip from St. Marys to London. Thursday of this week. On a final note St. Patrick School received some happy news this week. Last year Bo sponsored iddulph ta wnship contest incouncil area schools in search of a suitable emblem for the Ploughing Match which is to be held in Lucan next year. A grade eight student, Rachel Rosch. had designed a logo that was the most suitable. Congratulations Rachel! topping of the parking areas. Fire Chief Wes Hickson and Deputy Fire Chief John Riddell were present to receive the "extracater" equipment (jaws of life), on behalf of the Lucan volunteer fire department and Bill Haskett on behalf of the Lucan Ambulance Ser- vice accepted a new blood pressure machine, which is on order. for use in the am- bulance. Many other donations Were included in the budget and the- community owes a debt of gratitude to the Lions club for their help to various groups. Scout -Guide groups, figure skating. house -league hockey. etc. Seniors meet Members of the Sunshine Busy Buddies groups met Thursday afternoon in their clubrooms in the Masonic Hall. for Euchre and Ceramics. Following words of welcome and 0 Canada, the president, Mildred Hirtzel gave a special welcome to three members from the Ailsa Craig Club, Hanna Clarke, Jean Bice and Janet Rose. A note of thanks was read from Agnes and Gordon Hot - son, thanking the Busy Bud- dies for their card signed by the members and also the various members of both clubs who had remembered her while in hospital The date of the Christmas dinner was changed from December 10 to 17 and will be held at the Shillelagh Motor Hotel. commencing at 1 p.m. Members were asked to include the "giver's" name on their Christmas gift. and the draw for names was held. A question was asked in connection with the "Vial for Life" .program and the president will inquire regar- ding someone to speak to the Lucan groups. Card prizes were looked after by Elnora and Lewis Raycraft INSURANCE SERVICES Registered Insurance Broker Private And Commercial Vehicles Younger and Older Drivers and Drivers with Special Requirements Also Welcome All Coverages Available at Competitive rates Premium Financing Available Phone 227-4339 V. 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