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AH invited
to Family film
Christian Fathering was the theme
of Dr. James Dobson's seminar Tues-
day evening in the Focus on the Fami-
ly film series at Lucan United Church.
"Values are caught rather than
taught," he said. and it Lathers are to
pass on Christian values to their
children, they must spend quality
time with there.
A recent study indicates that the
average middle class fattier actually
spends about 37', seconds per day
relating to his children. whereas the
average child's exposure to T. V. and
its values amounts to about 52 hours
per week
Most tanul►es, constantly pressured
by a hectic schedule, imagine that
more time will be available to spend
with their children at some point in
the future. This is an illusion. Dr. Doh -
son pointed out. If time is ever to be
found for this highest priority of fami-
ly life, it must be scheduled now. in
realistic ways.
Dr.. Dobson spoke of his father's
tremendous influence in shaping his
own values. and emphasized the
value of prayer as `a power to in-
fluence children for Christ.
Coffee and informal discussion
groups followed. Wes and Helen
Stanleywere hosts for the evening and
mentioned a cassette and study book
pac based on the series which can.be
ordered.
The subject for March 26 is
"Preparing for Adolescence - The
Origin of Self Doubt". and for April
2, "Preparing for Adolescence- Peer
Pressure and Sexuality". All are in-
vited to be present tor all, or any of
the remaining four films.
One accident
in OPP area
Only one accident was investigated
this week by officers of the Lucan
detachment of the Ontario Provincial
Police.
It occurred Friday on Main street
of Lucan at 1:15 a.m. when a vehicle
driven by ian Seymour. RR 4 Denfield
struck a parked vehicle when rever-
sing from a parking space. Constable
Holland listed damages at $850.
During the week five persons were
charged with impaired driving and 1.2
hour driving suspensions were issued
to six drivers. One other Was charg-
ed with suspended driving and one
person was charged with shoplifting.
TOP SPEAKERS AT ST. PAT'S --;Winners were named in a recent public speaking contest at St. Patrick's
separate school. Bock, left. intermediate winners Elaine Toohey. Bill Kelly and Julie Lewis. Front, Melissa
O'Leary, Amy Sullivan and Brion Van Bussel. T -A photo
UCW plans for spring supper
14larguerite McRoberts was in
charge of worship and programme
for the Friendship Unit, U.C.W. at
Seniors plan
fashion show
Harry Noels presided and Muriel
Cobleigh played the piano for the sing-
ing of O'Canada.
Birthday good wishes went to
Lillian Brown. Members were
brought up to date regarding the ar-
rangements for. the fashion show on
March 29 at 2 p.m:
Plans to entertain Ailsa Craig and
Granton Seniors on April 11 and Ilder-
ton Seniors on Mary Iii to Dessert
Euchres, both at 1::30 p.m. were
discussed.
The Villa residents are organizing
a cook book for re -sale. and would like
anyone who has a favorite recipe or
two to submit as soon as possible.
Florence Hodgins read "Help'. Bob
Heywood entertained. Ile played and
sang not only Irish songs but several
others as well.
The meeting was then adjourned.
Busy Buddies worked at covering a
clothes hanger.. Craft prize winners
were Muriel Cobleigh and Lillian
Brown. Euchre winners were Ladies'
High - Marjorie Steeper. Ladies'
Lones - Margaret Carter, Ladies Low
- Marie Veel. Gent's high - Ed
Dowdall, Gent's Lones - Elmer Huff-
man. Gent's Low - Arnold Damen.
Lucan .United Church Wednesday
evening. 'Just as we can continue to
write cheques only so long as we keep
depositing money into our bank ac-
count. so our prayers have effect on-
ly when we renew and deepen our
store of faith through fellowship with
Christ".
Marguerite pointed out in the devo-
tional service with which she opened
the meeting. She then continued the
Korea Mission Study, using a film
strip which outlined Korea's long
years of struggle for freedom, which
continues into the present day With its
political and economic injustices.
The role of the Christian Church in
working for human rights was outlin-
ed. Many Christian leaders have paid
dearly through imprisonment and tor-
ture as they have taken a stand in this
way under recent repressive
governments.
Unit Leader Linda Froats took the
chair during the business meeting
which followed. The Regional U.C.W.
Rally is tentatively set for May 't at
Carlyle, The Easter Thankoffering at
the general meeting April 3 is to go to
the "Seeds for Zaire" project.
Shirley Ryan reported on plans for
the annual Spring Hot Beef Supper at
the Arena on April 18. and requested
help from all unit members. Donna
Vanarenthals had material available
for the annual sale of spring bulbs.
Orders should be in before the end of
June.
Willie Yule and Beth Miller were in
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BIDDULPH PUBLIC SPEAKERS The annual public speaking contest at Biddulph-Lucon Public School
was held recently. Shown at the front are champion Pam Greenlee, second place finisher Kevin Darling
and runnerup Derrick Hardy. Back. left. contestants Chris Sleaford. Carie Wallas, Susanne Kress. Greg
Hayter and Tabatha Frosts. T -A photo
charge of refreshments which- were
enjoyed by all present at the social
time which concluded the meeting.
WMS discuss
role of women
The Women's Ministries of Lucan
Revival Centre held their monthly
meeting in Graham Chapel Wednes-
day evening. While Mrs. Lorraine Ar-
mitage played the piano, Mrs.'Cathy
Mason led in singing.
Mrs. Eileen Currie taught the last
chapter of the Ministering Woman
Expands her Horizon. Mrs. Currie
discussed the changing role women
play today in using their God given
talents, first in the home. then in their
communities, and out to help in world
affairs. Women tdday can, and
should. see the need of others, and in
what they can do to help. in the love
of Christ.
She then had the ladies write down
areas in which they can respond to
help others, starting with their
families, to become better Christians.
During the business session, plans
were made for the Blossom Tea. for
May 22. A kitchen shower for the
church is planned for the April 17
meeting.
The meeting closed with the ladies
enjoying light refreshments.
Sunday morning Mrs. Martha
Butler magnified the Lord singing El
Shaddai.
Rev. Roger Mason spoke from
Psalm 32:1-5. In Hebrews 9:32 we
read there must be shedding of blood
for forgiveness of sins. The example
of this is found in the Old Testament.
when the temple was cleansed by the
blood of a clean animal, The innocent
animal died for the forgiveness of sins
of the Jews, as a substitute for Israel.
This speaks of the death of Christ
on the cross for the sins of each per-
son. Our sins were charged to account
of Jesus and fie paid the price in Itis
death for us.
From Nehemiah 8:1-9. Rev. Roger
Mason read of the reading of the law
in Jerusalem by Ezra the priest. Even
though the walls were restored, the
people knew little of God's word and
the law. The people were hungry 'to
hear God's word, as in verses 1 and
2, asking Ezra to read it. The Bible is
not just a hook that inspires and in-
terests us. but it can change a man
from the inside out. In order for God
to change us, we need this same
lumber for ffi; Word.
Luca n and district novlrs
sirs.» Csok
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Ladder in church
A mystery aluminum ladder in the
sanctuary Sunday morning proved to
be a "prop" used by children's story
teller John MacDonald during Lucan
United Church morning worship ser-
CWL divides
bazaar profits
The monthly meeting of St.
_Patrick's C.W.L. was held March 6 in
the school library.
Profits from the 1984 bazaar was
discussed. From the portion set aside
for the Renovation of thert'hurch, it
was agreed that a good vacuum
cleaner be purchased.
From the portion .designated for
charity. the following were decided
upon: Save a Family Plan - $100.00,
Southdown - $100.00. Right to Lite -
$200.W, Catholic Extension - $100.00.
Father Lucienne Larre who aides
hard-core delinquents .- $200.00 and
$100.00 to Bishop Sherlock to help
defray the cost of the Pope's visit.
The C.W.L. convention will be held
in London on May 7-8. The banquet
shall be at Wonderland Gardens on
May 8.
Members of the Craft Group have
begun work on the wall hanging of St.
Patrick which shall be done in needle-
point. Work is also progressing nice
ly on the "Log Cabin" quilt. •
Following the meeting. Father Finn
showed his slides of Rome, Fatima
and Lourdes, which were beautiful as
well as educational.
A Parents' Night will be held at the
new John Paul II High School on
Huron Street, London, Thursday.
1'Iarch.28 at 7:30 p.m. for a tour and
discussion. All parents welcome!
Birthday Celebration
At the celebration for Mrs. E. Pitt's
90th birthday, old time music was
provided on the violin by an 86 year-
old friend, Clarenee Lewis, Denfield,
accompanied by Mrs. Muriel
Cobleigh, and solos were enjoyed by
Rev. Keith Brown. Flora Robertson
led in the'singing of Irish song§.
vice! As each child climbed the lad-
der to obtain his treat on top. he learn-
ed that God does not disappoint those
who keep climbing. trying toplease
Him day by day.
Jane Holden played a piano prelude
before the service began, and Ken
and Susan Rees with Ryan and
Jeremy welcomed friends as they ar-
rived. The Choir's anthem, "t believe
in a hill called Mount Calvary"
beautifully expressed the Christian's
faith in the power of the Cross of
Christ.
Rev. t3r•own continued his Ephesian
series. dealing with the theme. "New
Life in Christ" as presented.by Paul
in the fourth chapter of the letter.
Paul warns his readers to have no
.part in the ininioral pagan life style
of the day. Such a life results in a
"petrified" conscience and a loss of
sensitivity to others. Mr. Brown com-
mented on the similarity of the pagan
life style of Paul's day and present
day trends.
Paul reminds us that God has
something entirely different for those
who turn to film, willing to."strip off"
their wrong ways. Just as the new life
of Spring at work in a tree pushes off
the dead leaves of -the old season, so
Christ's life allowed to enter ours,
casts off and cleanses the old ways.
Christ has won the victory for us
already in His death and resurrection.
That victory becomes apparent in our
life when we respond to Him -by faith.
"Real Christian living begins when
we accept God's Word as true, believe
it and act upon it whether we "feel"
that it is true of not". said Mr. Brown.
Corning Events
Lucan choir meets at 7:30 p.m. on
Wednesday, and at 8:00 continue their
preparations for Easter music. Addi-
tional singers are needed for this
special effort. Couples' Club meet
Thursday at 8:15 in the C.E. Wing of
the Church. Next Sunday. Palm Sun-
day, the Lord's Supper wilt be
celebrated. The "Focus on the Fami-
ly" film series on Parenting and -Mar-
riage continues each Tuesday even-
ing at 7:30 in the Church.
J. Robert Benner, B. Comm., LL.B.
Barrister and Solicitor
is pleased to announce the opening
of his office for the practice of law
effective March 1 1 , 1985.
at
176 Main St.,
Ailsa Craig, Ont.
NOM 1A0
293-3661
Hours: Tues. & Wed. - 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
or by appointment
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AND WE'LL HELP FOOT THE BILL.
Announcing Challenge '85, the Ontario/Canada
cniployrnent program that will help students put their
hest foot forward this summer, with valuable experi-
ence in the working world.
The Ontario/Canada Summer Employment clement
of Challenge '85 will help private business, municipal-
ities, and non-profit organisations by paying wage
subsidies to offset a substantial portion of the costs of
hiring young people.
If you can provide a stepping stone, by offering pro-
ductive work experience or on-the-job training related
to career goals, take the first decisive step today.
As funds for this program arc limited, we encourage
you to apply early.
if you are a young person looking for work or
assistance in starting your own summer business, we
have programs for you. Should you have any questions
or need more information, our program officers will
be pleased to assist. For complete details of how you
can benefit from the Challenge '85 program, call
your local Employment Development Branch
Office, Canada Employment Centre or the
Ontario Youth Hotline at 1-800-261-7777.
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Hon. Phil Gillies,
MiniEter for Youth