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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-12-16, Page 27Many guests attend UCW entertain for Christmas The Christmas meeting of the Lucan United Church Women was held Wednesday evening in the C.E. wing, = commencing with a delicious •,pot luck supper. Representatives were present from Clandeboye' U.C.W., St. Patrick's C.W.L., Holy Trinity Anglican Guild, the Revival Centre, W.A., and quilting friends were invited as well as Sunday School teachers and officers. While the tables were being cleared those present had the opportunity to browse among the unsold articles from the Snowflake bazaar, among which is still a beautiful "Colonial Lady" quilt, which would make a gorgeous Christmas present for some lucky bride-to-be, etc.! Beth Cowdrey, leader of the Friendship Unit, directed several fun games, one of which was to give your name and a gift you are giving to some one for Christmas. Barb Wallace read the story of "The Littlest Angel" and Beth a "gift -giving" story entitled "Gifts came down at Christmas," assisted by Marguerite McRoberts, Barb Gibson, Vials of Life for seniors Carol singing, and a humorous Christmas reading "Not another Food Processor" given by Edythe Murdy, was enjoyed by the Sunshine and Buay Buddies groups Thursday afternoon. During the business meeting it was announced that the "Vials of Life" were now available, 25 cents each, from president, Mildred Hirtz el, 228.8731 or Edythe Murdy, 227-4885. Most of the members present purchased at least one. Others in the village and community may get them as long as they last, by calling either number. Elsie Gibson and Margaret Allen are celebrating bir- thdays this week and were the recipients of best wishes from the members. Mary Scott was the card convener for the day as the Sunshine Group played euchrehile the Busy Buddies worked hard to complete their pieces of ceramics. This was not to be and a further work meeting, only, was held Monday af- ternoon. Lunch was provided by Muriel Cobleigh, Eleanor Darling, Violet Hardy and Florence Hodgins. Jane Forster and Sandra Munro each of whom received a special gift about which they read a brief story. A carol -sing was led by Linda Frosts with Muriel Cobleigh at the piano. The Dorcas Unit was responsible for the service of worship which was entitled "The Real Meaning of Christmas" with candles being lighted for Jesus, commemorating His birth by Iola Goring, for grace, truth and peace by Honor Stanley, "light to shine out of darkness" and "everlasting life" by Bernice Lockyer. Iva Hodgins was the narrator, adapting an article written a few years ago for the London Free Press by Phyllis Mitchell. ACW elects 82 officers The December meeting of Holy Trinity Ladies' Guild was held Tuesday, December 8 in the lower church hall in the form of a supper meeting attended by over forty members. Following a dellcious buffet, Christmas readings were given by Marion Hodgins and Margaret Gilmour and the scripture was read by Lois Hodgins. President Muriel Culbert led in a carol sing -song. Reports on a bale and gifts for the prayer partner parish in northern Ontario, were given by Marion Hodgins and Nancy Van Geel. Also at this meeting, members were given an opportunity to bring gifts for St. Monica's House. Most of the business con- cerned the distribution of funds raised during the year. Phyllis O'Neil read the list of officers and committees for the 1982-84 term as follows: Past president, Muriel Culbert; presidents, Nancy VanGeel, Beth Smith; secretary, Margaret Gilmour; treasurer, Carol Hardy; press reporter, Phyllis O'Neil; rectory committee, Audrey Glenn, Donna Shipley, Sue Hackett;; wedding com- mittee, Margaret Gilmour, Phyllis O'Neil; kitchen committee, Donna Freeman, Carol Hardy; flowers, Eileen Haskett; cards, Betty Ankers. The retiring president, Muriel Culbert thanked the group and closed the meeting with prayer. Figure skate club has 107 members By Lois Hodgins The Lucan figure skating club has been very busy since the 1981-82 season began. Our present enrolment is 107 members, an increase over last year. The Beginners and Juniors have already tried two National Skating Tests, and many ,skaters successfully passed a badge each test night. Most of the Seniors are trying CFSA tests today, Wednesday. We wish them good luck on this first time endeavour. Another first time event this year, is the formation of a club precision team. Twenty senior members and one substitute qualified for the team. Parents and children sold raffle tickets lately and the draw was held December 9 with the following winners: 1100, Charlie Coughlin, RR 2 Wean; $50 Tom Seip, Exeter and 125 Flora Kernick, Lucan. Congratulations winners! Many thanks to everyone who sold tickets. There will be regular lessons Wednesday, December 23 and Saturday, January 2, in the holidays. The club's Christmas treat to the skaters is the "Family Skate" to be held Wed- nesday, December 30 from 6- 8 p.m. Ml skaters are urged to bring their families for two fun hours of skating. There are no regular lessons that night. Seasons greetings to all. gAkf/a/ The 1981 Lucan Cup committee would like to thank the following individuals and groups for their contribution which resulted in a very successful 2nd annual Lucan Cup. • Ross Haugh and the Exeter Times for their ex- cellent coverage. Lucan and area businessmen for their financial support. The Village of Lucan, especially Reeve Ivan Hearn for his assistance in presentation of awards. The Lucan arena Board, especially Chairman Larry Hotson, and all arena staff for making available and maintaining a well designed sports facility. Lee Richards and his very competent referees. - Special appreciation to Molson Breweries representative Doug Vance. - Bank of Montreal Manager Neville Clarke for supplying All-Star awards. - St. John Ambulance for their much needed ser- vices. - Joe Hodgins, tournament photographer. All workers, including admission gates, judges, caterers, bar personnel , lime keeper, maintenance personel, goal judges and especially the Minor Hockey Association , Ken Freeman's bantam team, and Jim Hearn's Lucan Halters Old Timers ham. Re oices - accompanied by Marjorie Park. Flora Robertson sang the lovely sacred carol All My Heart, This Night . Members of each of the visiting groups thanked the U.C.W. for in- cluding them in their lovely Christmas meeting. During the business meeting, chaired by Shirley Ryan, the executive for 1982 was installed by Rev. Keith Brown, to take office at the January meeting Wed- nesday the 13th, at 8 p.m. Members are asked to think of billeting the many who will be attending the International Plowing Match 1982 and to contact president, Shirley Ryan, 227- 4655, 1f you would like to billet someone. Needs for Z sire, Africa were read, it was announced that the U.C.W. is respon- sible for the "Lunch Out" program today, Wednesday, at the arena and to those who are saving Canada Packers and York Labels, please get them in to Bernice Lockyer as soon as possible. The treasurer gave an excellent report as well as the bazaar report, and donations were made as follows: $100 to Camp Kee - Mo -Kee, 1100 to Alma College, 1200 to the World Development and Relief Fund and 11,300 to the general fund of the church. 125 is to be sent to Alcohol and Drug Concerns and information procured regarding the Toc Alpha Convention to which the U.C.W. will send young delegates if it is not too late to register. Failing this they win sena them to the first convention held in the area. The report of the "mitten tree" was excellent, the response being much greater this year. The mittens, toques, scarves, etc. have been delivered to the Muncey-Onfeda Churches. Achievement Day a success The Arva Achievement Day for the project "Ready...Get Set...Sew" was held Saturday morning, at Centennial Central School. Club presentations were as follows: Lucan 1 "Calico Cats", and exhibit - "Treating It (sewing machine) with Care" with commentator Darlene Paton. Lucan 2 "Gabardine Gals" an exhibit - "Inter- facing - Confusible", with commentator Julie O'Shea, assisted by Lisa Anderson. Lucan 3 "Crooked Hems" a skit "Measuring the Right Place", with all members taking part. Receiving County Honours for completing six projects was Linda ,Giesen from Lucan 3. Susan Hodgins and Jane Straatman, also from Lucan 3 received Provincial Honours for completing 12 projects. Mary Dewan received Advanced Honours for completing eighteen projects. A fashion show followed which permitted the members to model the skirt or vest made during the project. The Spring project will be "More Outdoor Living." Village entertains boards, employees The Christmas dinner for all Lucan Village council and committee members, etc., with their wives or girl friends was held Friday evening, at the Lucan Community Centre. Deputy -reeve Norm Steeper was the capable and humorous M.C. and Larry Hotson asked the blessing and gave the toast to the Queen. The arena catering service and the staff of the Bank of Montreal were thanked by Harry Wraith for the excellent dinner and the social hour. Reeve Ivan Hearn thanked his council and different committee members for their work during the year and pointed out that 1982 will be a very busy year with the International Plowing Match. He said that when volunteers are needed he hoped we would all respond. Members of Parliament Jack Riddell and Garnet Bloomfield brought greetings from their respective governments. Mr. Steeper introduced the various boards, comm- mittees and representatives, etc., imcluding Mr. Glen Stott, principal of Parkhill Public School. Mr. Stott gave a presentation on "The Donnelly Fued", including the early settling of Biddulph township. This was a very historic though bloodthirsty account presented in word and slides, of the events leading up to and including the massacre. Draws for boxes of chocolates were won by Joan Taylor, Dean Gibson, Donelda England, Sue Barr, Iola Goring and Florence McNaughton. INTERFACING -CON-FUSIBLE — That's the name of the furan No. 2 club exhibit presented at Saturday's Middlesex 4-H Achievement Day held at Centennial School. Shown with the exhibit are Julie O'Shea and Lisa Andersen. T -A photo Living Water group sings at Lucan United Church Saturday evening in Lucan United Church the Living Water Gospel Singers presented a beautiful program of sacred music. Preceding this program, Martha O'Sullivan and Doug Butler sang several duets using taped accompaniment. Harold Fletcher was the chairman for the event and Gordon Froats, Bob Pat- terson, Ed Melanson and Frank Goring, received the offering. A Christmas carol Sunday evening in Lucan United Church the musical film "a Christmas Carol" was presented by the local chapter of the Renewal Fellowship, This film was an original musical version of the story by Charles Dickens, and while written in 1843, had an up-to-date message for all today. Doris Thorne of London introduced the film and Freda Melanson was the chairperson. It was a beautiful way of presenting "salvation free to all for the asking." Lucan United Church Welcoming the large congregation at Lucan United Church Sunday morning were Henry and Kathy Kaune and their children John and LIsa. Rev. Keith Brown chose as his sermon topic "Joy to the SPECIAL HONOURS — At Saturday's Middlesex 4-H Achievement Day, Home Economist Grace Whittington presented an Advanced Honours certificate to Mary Dewan and a 15 year Leadership certificate to Betty Jones. T -A photo Good turnout at parents day St. Pat's celebrate Friday St. Patrick staff is very pleased to have had such a successful turn out of parents visiting the school, December 2, Parent Counselling Day. In the area of sports, we have the results of the senior soccer. The winning team consisted of David Manders, Dan Hartman, Pieter Molenkamp, Greg Giesen, John Reymer, Dennis I,elllanc, Lisa VanGeel and Sandra Morgan. The runner up team con- sisted of Matthew Welsh, Tom Vandenberg, Dennis Foran, David Seymour, Chad Menard, .John Kaune, Carla Capalbo, and Theresa Morkin. Junior and Senior ' volleyball continues _ during the month of I)ecemoer. Mrs. Jlishon's Grade 1 and 2 class thoroughly enjoyed their most informative visit to the fire hall in London. This class will be visiting St. Peter's Church, Victoria Park, Eldon House and the London Transit Commission, December 17. Both Mrs. Bern's junior kindergarten and kindergarten classes as well as Mrs. Kelly's Grade 1 and 2 class enjoyed their train ride from St. Marys to Lon- don. They had the opportunity to talk to the conductor, the ticket salesman and the baggage man as well as tour the train station. It was a very rewarding experience for all. A new Mission of Hope project is well underway at St. Patrick's Students make donations and in return receive Christmas decorations. The students of the school are. also, very busy at this time preparing stories and poems for the Times Ad- vocate. We are all looking forward to the Christmas season. The Christmas celebration will be held nn December 18 and is being planned and co- ordinated by Mrs. McClure and Miss Barry. On December 21 the students and staff of St. Patricks are expecting a jolly northern visitor to add to the Christ- mas spirit. World" based on Luke 2:1-20, saying that any birth is cause for celebration, but the birth of Jesus caused rejoicing in both heaven and earth. The angels came to earth to sing hymns of joy, and even today our depressed spirits can be revived, lifted and strengthened by their. singing. The humble joy of the shepherds and Mary's quiet joy are also evident in this scripture. Even intellectuals and scientists, such as the Wise Men, rejoiced with ex- ceeding joy. The joy of all these, angels, shepherds, Mary and the Wise Men is meant for everyone, everywhere, through the Good News of all Christ is doing for us. When we accept it and proclaim it by our lives, joy follows. Flowers in the sanctuary were from the funeral of the late Eva McKenzie. The love and prayers of the congregation are extended to the Crestwood family. Upcoming Next Sunday at the Christmas Family service at 11:15 the Sacrament of Infant Baptism will be celebrated. Parents wishing their children baptized please call Mr. Brown, 227- 1143, for appointments. Celebrate advent Greeting the congregation at Holy Trinity Anglican Church was Wilson Hodgins on this the 3rd Sunday in Advent. The third candle in the Advent Wreath was lit by Jackie Blay on behalf of all the mothers. This candle reminds us of Mary, the Mother of ,Jesus and her obedience to the will of God. Think on the burden of Mary as she accepted this call from God and then com- template the nature of your duty to God. Lessons were read by Norah Elson and Kay Egan. White Gifts were received prior to the children's talk, These gifts were blessed and will he used to bring joy to families who might other- wise have a joyless Christmas. Rev. Pocock spoke on the meaning of the spirit of Christmas. The real spirit of Christmas comes when we are able to accept God's gift of Christmas (Jesus) and then give it away. John the Baptist pointed to repen- tance and toward our Lord. He gave over his ministry to Jesus. A Christian's vocation is to make ready for God. The grace we need for today is the gift of discern- ment, to open our hearts and minds to receive the gifts of God, recognize them, give God the thanks and glory and give them away. Divine activity is always hidden among the things of the world, easily missed by these who search for him in human events. Who would have thought of looking in a tiny isolated town, not to mention a manger! Up -coming Events: December 20 - Service of lessons and Carols. Sunday evening at 7 p.m. the Sunday School presents its annual Christmas con- cert. Everyone welcome. Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. everyone is invited to the service and to Holy Com- munion. Damages high in area crashes Four persons suffered minor injuries and damages were listed at $1i,300 in three accidents investigated this week by officers of the Lucan OPP detachment. Sunday at 2 a.m. a vehicle driven by Peter Milne, London left the Hyde Park road, south of Concession 7 in London township and struck a culvert and hydro pole. Milne was unhurt, but, passengers Tim Prohaszka and Joe Godwin suffered minor injuries. Constable C.S. Fleming estimated damages at 12,800. No injuries were reported as a vehicle driven by Edward Westman, RR 3, Granton left the roadway of the Biddulph-Usborne town line and struck a hydro pole, Monday at 4:20 p.m. Con- stable D.R. Vance listed damages at 12,500. Saturday at 10:35 a.m. vehicles driven by Moe Buck, RR 1, Lucan and Robert Mountain, RR 7, St. Marys collided at the in- tersection of Highway 7 and the Denfield road. Buck and Margaret Mountain, a passenger in the other vehicle sustained minor injuries. Constable Vance set damages at 16,000. Times -Advocate, December 16, 1981 Page 9A Churches plan for IPM participation The International meeting of the "County Churches at the Plowing Match" was held in Ilderton United Church Tuesday evening, with Rev. Bruce Pocock presiding. No co-chairman from the southern part of the county has been obtained and all Revival Centre Sunday morning Rev. C J. Williams spoke from Eph. 4:15-16 concerning the Communion. In Genesis we learn that God started to commune with man. Today if we do not listen to God's word we are not strong Christians. We need to plant our spiritual roots deep. When God made man and woman His work was good. But Satan because of disobedience was cast out of heaven. While communion was being served Mrs. Marlene Thornton and Mrs. Lorraine Armitage sang "He was Wounded for our Tran- sgressions." Sunday evening Gary Schlegel spoke on loving objects which cannot know we care for them, or love us in return. Love is really a word that can change people's lives. In both newspaper and on TV there is a lack of real love. Beneath the hard exterior of prominent people is a heart crying out for love. In Luke 7:36-39 and 47-50 is a story of a woman who cried out for real love. Upcoming events December 19, College and Career Group and Youth plan to go carolling at Ailsa Craig. They meet at Rev. Roger Mason's home at 6 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. C.J. Williams. members are asked to work on this as well as trying to get more church representation. After much discussion the theme "Justice and Joy" was decided upon with a Motto "The Seed - Our Hope", the latter to be in- corporated into a logo. Since the meeting, the Chairman has approached the head of the department of Fine Arts at Fanshawe College and this group will have a competition to come up with a logo. The aim of the "Church at the Plowing Match" is to give a Christian witness, to display the warmth of fellowship in working together to present the church at the plowing match and to have Christian Literature on display and available to those who wish to pick it up. Personnel will be on hand to answer questions and to chat with those wishing to talk of any problems they are facing. The tent will provide hospitality and a centre for mothers to care for their infants. Three brief services of worship will be held each day, morning, at noon and in the evening. At the next meeting, Tuesday, January 12, at Erskine United Church, London, committee chair- men from the 1980 plowing match in Oxtord County, will be present to discuss with the various Middlesex sub- committees any problems arising and this should prove most beneficial. As this meeting is the first in the year of the plowing match, it is hoped that every church of every denomination will be represented. 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