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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1979-12-12, Page 8 (2)Page 8 Times -Advocate, December 12, 1979 Medway euchre club meets Granton UCW's, Court Valentine hold Christmas meetings By MRS. E. SUMMERS Mrs. Elwood Morden was the hostess for Unit 1 at the manse, on Wednesday af- ternoon for their Christmas meeting. Mrs. G. McRobert presided and opened with a Christmas hymn, The roll call was answered by an inspirational verse or reading. Everyone took part in the program which in- cluded Christmas stories, poems, and readings. A skit entitled "The Time of the. Stranger"wasputon by Rev. Elwood Morden, Mra. Morden, Mrs. G. Jameson and Mrs. G. McRobert. This depicted a family, father, mother, and two teenage children, who had all en- countered and been helped by a nondescript disreputable stranger, who gave his name as Shalom. The message of this little story was - You can't judge a book from its cover. Unit 3 met at the Garage restaurant in London for a *rich on December 4. Then returned to the United Church to practice their program for the Christmas Unit 4 met at the United Church on December 5. Mrs. Nelson Tate presided and opened with a scripture reading. followed by prayer. The new executive will consist of the following members, leader, Mrs. Cliff Hardie; assisistant leader, Mrs. Gary Humphrey; secretary, Mrs. Terry Johnson; social conveners, Mrs. Henry Wissel and Mrs. Stanley Crawford; press reporter, Mrs. S. Crawford; sunshine convener, Mrs. Art Tarrens; pianist, Mrs. Chas. Gowan; nominations, Mrs. N. Tate. The roll call was answered with "something pretaining to Christmas." Mrs. T. Johnson and Mrs. J. Kerr were responsible for the program on origins and traditions of Christmas. Mrs. Wm. Jones was the hostess for Unit 5 on Wed- nesday evening. Seven members and seven visitors were present. Mrs. Chas McRobert presided and opened with a poem followed PERTH COUNTY HONOURS -- At Saturday's Perth 4-H Achievement Day of Kirkton, a number of County Honour cer- tificates were presented Back, left. Betty McKneight, Cindy Tazior, Pat Tazior, Sandra Fletcher,Beth Gevaert and Ruth Ann McIntosh. Front. Tony Fonson, Anne Jefferson, Judy Maddock, Laurie Simpson and Valerie Stephen. T -A photo UC Christmas pageant, Sunday By ADA DINNEY I woke up this morning, very early and could not get the thoughts of the Christ- mas Pageant at our church. out of my mind. I don't know whether it was the songs that kept running through my head like - "As Joseph was a sleeping, he heard an angel say." or - "The March of the Three Kings" - heralded in by the organ musk. I could picture them marching through the church with their torch bearers and page boys, swinging real incense. Maybe it was the sneak peak I had at the costumes all pressed and elegant. hanging in the choir room yesterday morning. Maybe it was the shepherd staffs, trom real branches. or the manger. that was filled with straw, or the bonfire. put together for the shepherds to warm their hands on. Maybe it was the scenery, back drops. that still need a lot of work on and there is only one week left to do it - Most of all. I wondered how many people will be out to see this age old Christmas story told in song and dialogue. with a real baby in the manger. real sheep on stage. A little of the real meaning of Christmas, why we have these holidays. Maybe your parents and grandparents have something else to do but! feel it is something your children should not miss seeing. I've had very little to do with it , but it is well done, at Exeter United Church next Sunday night at 7:30 p.m. Woodham By MISS JEAN COPELAND Miss - Cynthia Copeland, Sandy Williams, Cheryl Bailey and Steven Spence took part in the Perth County Choirs concert in St. Marys High School on Tuesday evening and on Sunday af- ternoon at the Mitchell High School. Mrs. Marie Mills of London visited on Saturday with Miss Rhea Mills. White gifts and a bale of clothing and quilts were delivered to the Saugeen Indian Reserve on Sunday by Mr. and Mrs. Donald Brine. Miss Julie Webb a bride elect of this month was honoured on Friday night with a miscellaneous shower held in the church basement. Sunday afternoon Rev. Camellia LaRouche con- ducted the worship service at three nursing homes in Mitchell. The United Church Choir assisted her with the music and sang the anthem "What Child is This." by a hymn and scripture. Lesson Thoughts on "The Genuine Gift" concluded the devotions. Everyone took part in the program with Christmas readings, poems, and stpries. Rev. Elwood Morden closed the meeting with prayer, then Mrs. Ina Harlton entertained with tape recorded Christmas music, followed by a sing- song. Following an exchange of gifts, a bountious lunch of Christmas goodies provided by the hostess and members was served.• Court Valentine Christmas party Court Valentine Canadian Foresters met at the Forester's Restaurant on December 3 for a Christmas dinner of turkey and all the trimmings. Invited guests were, District Deputy Sis. Ruth Jarvis and her High Marshall Bro. Vidal Mills and his wife Sis. Olive Mills all of London. Following an exchange of gifts, Sis. Melba St. Dennis presided over a short business meeting. Several items were discussed and taken care of including plans for the catering to the councilmen's dinner on December 17 at the Mason's hall. Bro. Vidal Mills explained the new diversified policy of the Canadian Forester's insurance plan. Everyone brought a token gift for the cancer cupboard at Thames ,Hall in London. The Medway Euchre Club meet The Medway Euchre Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Chester McComb on. December 4. The following members were prize win- ners: ladies high score, Jean Donnelly; lone hands, Charlotte Kerr; and low score, Eileen Summers; men high score, Austin Hobbs ; lone hands, Cliff McRobert; and low score, Jim Kerr. Church news At the United church Rev. Elwood Morden was in charge of the worship for the second Sunday in Advent, and took the theme for his sermon from John 6:16 and entitled it "The Way to Christmas". Christmas is a way. open to each one of us. 1 5 We con help you with Construction advice. B. iding selection, Keeping your -osts down. After soles service R.R. 1 • CENTRALIA, .OIYI &Tr `E:W228-6412 • -AGRICULTURAL- "THE AFFORDABLE WAY TO BUILD" Save Now On These Standard Sizes 30,40 JOx 60 40x 60 40x80 50x60 60x80 Any longer Size Also Avoiloble • All Steel Buildings ' Clear Spon • targe Doors ' Eaves up to 20' • Soffit, Facia • Gables End Trim. • 1-5 of 4-12 Pitch -COMMERCIAL- VARIETY OF COLOURS sir EASILY ERECTED Help Us Through The Winter Months And We'll Help You Save said Rev. Morden. When Jesus was born a great light was lit, and it Still exists today. Christmas is a way of joy, understanding, and the spirit of a little child. Our gifts this season must savor of sacrifice, or they are meaningless. A special White Gift service was observed, with the theme "A Festival of Lights." This included a presentation involving the whole Sunday School, en- titled "Sharing the Gifts of God." Kenneth McGuffin performed the ceremony of lighting the second candle in the Advent wreath, devoting peace. Mrs. Gordon McRobert's class presented a skit en- titled "Where Love Is" this involved quite young children, and they are -to be complimented, they knew their lines, and need very little prompting, credit goes to the teachers for both of these presentations, for their time and patience. At the close of the service, a very young Mary and Joseph walked up the aisle carrying a Baby Jesus. Altogether this was a very impressive service. The C.G.I.T. will present their annual Vesper Service in the United Church December 16 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to share in this inspiring service. A Christmas Eve can- dlelight service for the charge will beheldinWesley United Church at 7:30 p.m. At St. Thomas Anglican Church, Prof. Walter Creery of Kirkton was in charge of the 9:30 a.m. service on Sunday, using the theme "Putting Christmas back into our Lives" as Christians" Prof. Creery spate on we true meaning of Christmas. We regret that ill health has resulted in Rev. Mary Mills having to resign as Minister of St. Thomas, and hope that after a rest that she will regain her health. We are happy to report Mr. Floyd Dykes is now home from hospital, and we wish hi 1 continued good health. A speedy recovery is extended to Mrs. Elwyn Bryan, who is patient in St. Marys Memorial Hospital, recovering from surgery. Christmas treats Well help you with your festive season baking needs Drop in or phone 237-3569 to order: French breads, fruit looves, squares, torts, cookies, rolls, shortbreads, gingerbreods, muffins, pies, donuts, cakes and breods. 9:30-4:30 Sot. 10-4 237-3569 Closed Dec. 24 to Jan. 3 SOUTH HURON BAKERY North of ARC, Doshwood (Decorate your home with beautiful CUSTOM DRAPES Choose the fobrics and the styles you want and Barb Whiting will custom make your drupes for you. You con olso choose matching bedspreads and pillow shams. 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