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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1985-01-02, Page 12Over 800 at concert Concert Over 800 people almost fill- ed the Community Centre hall for the first Community Christmas Concert, spon- sored by the Lucan Optimists on Thursday evening, December 20th. A brass quartette from Medway, under the direction of Ron Bellows played many lovely numbers as the au- dience was gathering, and the little people of the Lucan Co- op Nursery School, directed by teacher, Corinne Davis, stole the show as they presented their songs. The fact that some of them "lost their halos" only added to the enjoyment they gave, setting the tone for a very excellent program by the Junior choir of Lucan United, directed by Helen Stanley, and the Junior and Intermediate choirs of Holy TrinityAnglican, led by Beulah Hardy. The Chamber Music Choir of Biddulph School, directed by Randy Martin, the Music Instructor for the Biddulph- Lucan Schools, gave several beautiful numbers. Mr. Mar- tin was the accompanist when Mr. Hardy was leading the ho- ly Trinity choirs. Marlene Thornton, representing the Revival Centre sang three -lovely solos, the last one "Oh Holy Night", was particular- ly beautiful. Her voice also added much to the massed choirs. Other solos, much en- joyed were by David Pocock and Nathan Blay, and Carol and Heather Smith's duet was also enjoyed. The Lucan Community Singers delighted those pre- sent with seven barbershop numbers and the Senior Choirs of St. Patrick's under the direction of Frank Heenan, on his guitar, Holy Trinity, led by Mrs. Hardy and Lucan United led by Mrs. Stanley added tremendously to the program. Their finale. singing two numbers, together with the Lucan Com- munity Singers, was a magnificent achievement in community cooperation. This mass choir was led by Mrs. Hardy, with Mrs. Stanley at the piano. The numbers played by Diana Verlinde, on her accor- dion, were also very en- joyable and the "Biddulph Bears" presented a humorous, musical skit entitl- ed "Care Bears", a take -off on "The Twelve Days of Christmas". The audience shared in the program when Wendy Hardy lead in Carol singing at various times during the pro- gram. Bill Smith was the ex- cellent M.C., with John Hope. Optimist secretary -treasurer, in charge of "sound". Op- timist president, Arthur Bell, thanked everyone for coming, presented Bill and Beulah with gifts and wished one and all a Merry Christmas. It is the intention of the op- timists to make this an annual event and every person atten- ding hopes this is the case. it was truly an outstanding United Lucan United Church celebrated the birth of Christ with a special service of wor- ship Sunday morning. The Bob Patterson family assisted .as Welcome Committee. Mr. Brown lit the fourth Advent candle, reminding the con- gregation that the brightness of the four candles calls us to respond in gratitude to God's gifts of joy, light and love that come to us through Jesus. The Choir continued the theme of grateful praise to God as they sang a lovely Christmas an- them, "Christmas Pastorale." Mr. Brown gave a story - sermon, "God's Trees" which told how the youthful dreams of three young trees appeared to be shattered as they became a rough manger, an ordinary little fishing boat, and a cross used for the ex- ecution of criminals. But as each participated in the Gospel story, he recogniz- ed that he was part of the miracle of God's plan. Mr. Brown reminded the con- gregation that the Babe of the Manger is also the Saviour who lived, and died, and rose again for our salvation. A Christmas pantomime ac- companied by Scripture, meditation and prayers was a highlight of Lucan United Church's Christmas. Eve Candlelight and Communion service Monday evening. Stephen MacDonald acted as Narrator, while Matthew Lane, Holly Darling and Tabatha Froats took other speaking parts. Those participating in the Nativity Scene were Carrie Lane, Ian Barr, Neil Froats, Jamie Froats, Eric Schetzler and Andrew Barr. Eric Barr was in charge of projector and sound. Mr. Brown in- troduced the service with a solo, "0 Come, 0 Come Em- manuel". Helen Stanley was at the organ. A communion service followed conducted by Mr. Brown, assisted by elders of the congregation. "The Prince of Peace" was the theme of Mr. Brown's final message in his series of event in Church and Com- munity cooperation and unity, bringing everyone a warm sense of friendliness, par- ticularly at this time of year. The Optimists would like to thank, most sincerely, the staff of the Community Cen- tre for their great assistance, and also the two cadet ushers, Brett Buchart and Mike Heath. Church Christmas sermons at Lucan United Church, Sunday mor- ning. A group of despised - shepherds were the first to hear from the angel the good news of a Saviour who would bring peace on earth. Al- though war and hatred and killing continues unabated, the peace that Jesus brought deals with the roots of these evils in men's hearts. Jesus brings peace with God to those who allow Him to deal with their sins through the Cross. He brings also the peace of God, an inner calm based on trust in God. This peace comes as Christ's gift to those followers of His who will receive it humbly and thankfully. Tom and Marion Barr were in charge of welcome for the day. Ed Melanson read the Scripture lessons, and the choir continued the Christmas theme as they sang "Redeem- ing Love". Mr. Brown told the children a story, and Barb Gibson took charge of the boys and girls for Junior Congregation. Coming Events Wednesday at 7:30, the choir meets for their regular parctice period. Thursday at 9:45 a.m. the Prayer and Share Fellowship continue their informal study and discussion based this week on Luke 11 and 12. Next Sunday, all are invited to the monthly coffee hour following the service. The Pastoral Charge Of- ficial Board meeting is set for Tuesday. January 8 at the Church at 8 p.m., and the An- nual Congregational Meeting for Sunday, January 20, following morning service. Secretaries and treasurers of Church organizations are ask- ed to submit their reports right away to Mr. Brown or to Sharon MacDonald so that the Annual Report of the Charge may be prepared. Used postage stamps are being collected for the Bible Society, and used Christmas cards for the Children's Hospital. These may be left at the Church. BEST IN POSTERS - Bill Smith of the Lucan Legion presents grade seven and eight poster prizes to St. Patrick's students Jennifer Reymer, Jeff Leblanc and Shawn Damen. Missing was Tina Van Geel who was also a county winner. ew ideas for seniors Some new ideas are being incorporated into the weekly program of the Sunshine group, the Lucan retirees' club. Approximately one-third of the floor space in the new quarters in the Scout hall, will be reserved for euchre for slower players, Lost Heir, Bridge, Cribbage, Crokinole, Chinese Checkers, Scrabble, etc., or anything you may like to play. The regular Progressive Euchre and crafts or "in- terest group" will continue each week. An occasional hour of bingo may be included. A shuffleboard court has been laid out on the floor of the hall and equipment will be purchased early in the New Year. Members may play a few ends and then go on to play a table game freeing the court for the next four players. Then a "play-off" will be held and who knows, we may have some champion players, to go on and compete with Exeter and /or St. Marys! All retirees, regardless of age, are invited to come along WIN POETRY PRIZES - Bill Smith of the Lucan Legion presents Remembrance Day poetry contest prizes to St. Patrick's School students Jeremy Jemec, Loretta Foran, Danny Hendricksen, Tabotho Perry, Jennifer Duskocy and Nicole Paton. T -A photo WINNERS iN ESSAYS AND POEMS - Receiving the Lucan Legion awards in the Remembrance Day essay and poem contests from Bill Smith were St. Patrick's grade seven and eight students Mary Morkin, Julie Lewis, Lori Lonsink, Paul Manders, Bill Kelly and Pot Kelly. T -A photo More deer victims 4Uen Std. SATELLITE & ANTENNAS MAIN STREET, THEDFORD, ONTARIO, 296-5565 or 786=4848 • ESTABLISHED DEALER • LEASING AVAILABLE • QUALITY BUILT TO LAST • WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL FOR MORE INFORMATION OR A FREE DEMONSTRATION GiVE US A CALL Mame] Master' SATELLITE RECEPTION EQUIPMENT SPECIALISTS The rash of accidents in the area of the Lucan Provincial Police detachment involving a deer is continuing. This week tiro of the four mishaps investigated by Lucan (tP1' officers were caused when the animals ran into the path of oncoming vehicles. Wednesday al 10:10 p.m. a vehicle driven by David Har- rison. RR 1. Straffordville was damaged to the extent of S400 when it struck a deer on Concession 8 of London township. east of Middlesex road 23 Constable Stables investigated The second deer accident occurred Friday at 9:45 p.m. on Highway 7 and involved a vehicle driven by Harriet Berlens. London Constable on January 10 at 1:30 and en- For further information joy the fellowship of the Sun- regarding this added pro - shine Club. gram call 227-4714. Revival Lucan Revival ('entre Sunday morning Larry McGill played the piano for the service. Rev. Roger Mason spoke from Daniel 1:8, on keeping commitments. Daniel, in exile in Babylon, committed himself to serve God. Once a person makes a commitment to serve God, he will be tested over and over. In Daniel 4:19-27, because Daniel was committed to clearly communicate God's word to Babylon, he was given interpretation of a dream of the. most powerful king! It was a word of rebuke - and judgement from God, which really upset Daniel before he told the interpreta- tion of the dream. Daniel may have thought of compromis- ing the message. The king was to become like an animal for 7 years, lowered because of his pride. Only God knew Daniel kept his commitment. All Chris- tians are tempted to change their message of God, to tone it down, to conform, but God knows if they do. When they obey God, He honors their committment. Rev. Roger Mason spoke Sunday evening from Daniel 1:8-16 on how Daniel main- tained God's standards. Like Daniel, our Christian stan- dards are often challenged. Daniel saw a way to maintain his God given dietary stan- dards. When our standards are challenged it gives us a great opportunity to expose our Christian faith in a positive way. First Daniel made up his mind to do.the right thing for God. Second step 'ie sought permission where permission was needed. Some Christians fail to follow God's standards in a courteous way, giving a Biblical explanation for their standards. We need to take the time to seek permission from our superior not to com- promise our religious standards. Next step Daniel took was prayer. Fourth step he took was to expose his superior to his integrety of heart. Chris tians need to show integrity to others. Fifth Daniel asked his -Shperior to test his standards. which he did. The test show- ed the standards Daniel had passed the test. Daniel had already proved in his life that God's standards work. God's word can work in our lives. when we seek proper ways to practice find expose our Christian standards. Sunday Service While both pianist Mrs. Ar- mitage and song leader Mr. Thornton were away. Larry McGill played the piano, with Bone Thomson leading the singing for the morning ser- vice. tinder the direction of Mrs. Judi Ross. accompanied by Mrs. Carole Butler playing the Children's choir sang Marshall set damages at $600. in the first of the four ac- cidents, at 4 40 p.m. Monday vehicles driven by Bradley Praikll and Hugh Todd, both of London collided on Adelaide at Middlesex road 16. Constable Madge listed damages at $1.800 The day after Christmas vehicles driven by Judy Savage. London and John Blom, RR 1. Ailsa Craig col- lided at the corner of Queen and Church streets in Ailsa Craig. Damages were estimated at' $3,300 by Con- stable Wilcox Centre What Can I Give to the King, then Rejoice. Mrs. Judi Ross, from Luke 1 and 2 explained to the children that Mary kept all the prophecies about her Son Jesus, and thought on them. From a pretty basket from Haiti, Mrs. Ross showed them her treasures. She explained Jesus was like a treasure, but we do not hide Him. Even lit- tle children share in a special way the treasures of what the Lord has done for them. Sunday evening the con- gregation was treated to a musical evening. While Ms. June Quintin played the piano, Mr. David Bagent, from New Zealand, presently with Youth With a Mission, joyfully led the singing. Bruce and Carmina Thomson, while Mr. Thomson played his guitar, sang Lift up your Voices. Remembering Joseph' devotion to Mary, they sang The Spirit of God. Mr. and Mrs. Thomson both played their guitars as they sang There is Born a Child. They then sang Sing Allelia. Bruce Thomson, from Isaiah 9:6-7, said it is wonder- ful to see prophecy fulfilled. Isaiah prophecied a child would be born to rule, from David's line. Isaiah 9:2 fortold there would be a light to shine in darkness. This light, Jesus, today can shine in men's lives. If we get a vision of the wonderful nature of Christ we will know. Ile is wonderful. Jesus can be our counselor if we let His Tight shine on us. Lucan Itevivial ('entre Women The Women's Ministries held their Christmas meeting at the home of Linda Rop- chan. President Marlene Thornton led in carol singing. Christianview Bible College .students Miss Valerie Skilling played her guitar, as she and Mrs. Margaret Murray sang Sweet Adoration. , Miss Skilling, from Mat- thew 6:9-10, asked what is meant by "Thy Kingdom come". In Ezekiel 1:26-28 she read of the vision of God's throne. 1 Chronicles 29:10-14 show us God is on the throne. and in control. Psalm 47:2 says again Goff is King over the whole earth. Jeremiah 10:7-10 stresses God is the true God. Matthew 3:1-3 brings us to John announcing Jesus' kingdom corning. in Matthew 16:16-19 we read that God had .revealed to Peter who Jesus was, the Son of the living God. Here the keys to the kingdom of heaven are told. Some keys are forgiving one another. and loving one another. Luke 12:31-33 tell us it is the Father's goof' pleasure to give us the kingdom. in Mat- thew 13:10-12 we read it is given to Christians to learn the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, the mystery of how to pray;. and how to minister to others 11'hile 1Iiss•Skilling played her guitar. Mrs Murray sang alt's All Over Now" Miss Skilling closed singing Forsaken There was an exchange of gifts by matching numbers drawn to the nunihers on the gifts Lunch was served at end of the meeting Upcoming events The Youth of f,ucan Revival (:en- tre plan to hold a Cross Coun- try Skiing time on January 12. For details see or phone Kim and (:wen Bedford 227-4666 Times -Advocate, January 2, 1985 Page 3A Scores from the lanes Inter -town men: Lucan 35, Clinton 13, Bob Atkinson 289-1302, Bob Smith 301-1279, Kim Giles 329-1255, Don Watt 256-1222, Brian Ankers 289-1203, Roger Bennewies 248-1147. Monday Ladies: Cathy Ap- pleman 308-730, Marg Young 246-695, Joyce Sovereign 251-683, Beulah Storey 296-651, Heather Smith 230-647, Helen Patterson 245-624, Sharon Haskett 268-620, Deb Thomp- son 225-616, Edie Burt 242-613, Lorraine Mosurinjohn 226-609, Sue Johnston 218-604, Diane Williams 285, Joan Scott 263, Kae Haskett 230. Tuesday juniors: Shelly DeCaluwe 193, Tabatha Perry 183, Sandy Hyde 179, Jeff Bond 170, Shane Gillan 167, Shawn Kraft 152. Colleen's: Norah Cowie 271-683, Sharon Halladay 233-679, Nadine Hickson 252-635, Sylvia Fahner 225623, Mary Van Geel 292-603, Deb- bie Wonnacott 262, Betty Mur- phy 239, Marg Dann 239, Tan- ny Vanderhoek 236, Judy Ja- ques 232, Desta Rock 225. Medway: Janet Heaman 284-688, Cal Carmichael 224-651, Elaine McNair 247-636, Marilyn Smith 257, Myrt Hastings 222, Doug McNair 220, Bob Jeffrey -207. Senior citizens: Jean MIller '22, Hilda O'Connor 220, Frank DeBlock 215, Harry Noels 197, Helen McDonald 197, Wilhemina Den Otter 189, Lillus Clatworthy 188, Charlie Grieves 182. Wednesday bargains: Peter Gibson 163, David Damen 146, David Wilcox 144, Vanessa Garrison 139, Ken Cowie 139, Tammy Graham 138, Craig Williams 136. Wednesday nixed: Bob Pipe 245-656, Donna Evans 251-633, Bud Appleman 264, Wilma Freeman 226, Daryl Carty 233, Bob Cornish 222, Bill Cornelissen 216, Ruth Ann McRobert 215, Rose Maxwell 213, Larry Smith 212, Bill Dix- on 211. Thursday men: Ed Groenewagen 319-768, Jim Smith 327-761, Brian Ankers 284-707, Kevin Lightfoot Enjoy carols Seniors and shut-ins of the village enjoyed several groups of carollers during the week preceding Christmas. The Guides, the Brownies, the Lions Club and their wives, and one group which sang from their wagon on Frank Street, and which could not be identified. The joyful singing of all groups added much to the festive season. DRAW WiNNERS Winners of the pay and pull draw held recently for the Lucan Figure Skating Club were: a weekend for two at Valhalla Inn, Kitchener to Bob Hodge, 112 Kent Street, Lucan; $50 to Patty McKinley, RR 1 Lucan and $25 to Brett Burchart, 201 Butler Street, Lucan. 252-707, Dan Rodgers 264-698, Dave Smith 292-702, Jeff Park 243-685, Frank Goldschmidt 248-682, Gary Dunlop 280-669, Steve Davis 291-660, Tom Dyer 258-663, Don Watt 252-657, Doug Lee 280, Ron Densmore 263. Friday nixed: Bob Smith 267-780, Don Wallis 268-735, Lynn Smith 303-649, Wayne Smith 283-715, Sharon Martens 225-636, Pete Smith 231-604, Ray Mc Robert 228-603, Hap Wallis 265, Eve Smith 246, Jim Gage 253. Sunday mixed: Marilyn Riley 266-632, Geo Wilson z+4-687, Marg McKicken 231-6.28, Doug Halliday 278-626, Gary Dunlop 238, Brice Harris 221, Linda Web- ber 220, Gus Latulippe 220, Linda Davis 216, Larry Gib- son 208. 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