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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1991-11-06, Page 28Papp 28 Times -Advocate, November 6, 1991 Hand and eye co-ordlnatlon were well tested at the Exeter Optimist Club's Nintendo Challange on Saturday afternoon. Here Chris Murch looks on as Tyler Taylor takes his turn at the key- board. The winner in the 5-7 division was Zak Homuth with Stacie Davies second. In the 8-9 year-old category, Dustin Clarke was the winner followed by Ben Rader. Matthew Knox won the 10-11, with Jeremy Parsons second. Shawn Simpson and Jeff Mason finished one, two in the 12-13. The Optimists thanked Oscar's and the White Squirrel Restaurant for their support. Life at its best 13y Rev. Jeannie Udall Simon says There are some things about our human development that seem to be common throughout our world. Whether one is born in Canada, Africa, Europe or anywhere else in the world - all children play games. Not only do they play games - but games that are known to all chil- dren everywhere. Parents teach 'peek-a-boo' to their infants, yet no adult is needed to instruct kids on games like 'Hide -and Seek' or 'Simon Says'. In war-torn Beirut, kids imitate the solders evident in their neigh- bourhoods and play Simon Says with a military seriousness. They are training for what adulthood holds for them. Affluent Canadian children play the same game to illustrate their ability to follow instructions but also to learn to be discerning. It goes something like this. Simon is the leader of the group. Simon calls out 'Simon says, do that...' Whatever Simon does- the group fol- lows in imitation. There's a catch. After many rapid instructions of "Simon says', Simon will test the group by shouting, "Do this!" Those who follow without WH RE the instruction.comes.-.are out! sari p�ild's game - so we think. it is also the very foundations being laid for our own faith living. Difficult though it may be, we are called to see our contemporary so- ciety as the context for living out our faith. In a world full of strife, in- justice and hardship, God's voice calls to people in a multitude of ways, giving a variety of messages. But always the challenges are preceded with the words, "God says". "God says, seek out injustice"... "God says, live with a peace -loving de- meanour." The catch is - God says! Our world is full of those who will cry out passionately, "Do this!" Many voices counsel us; many forces pressure us; many things tempt us. As people of faith, we discern from where our message comes. With the words "God Says", we spin into action. Let's play the game. God says - BE CHARITABLE Is such a message even able to be heard today? With so many fund- raising campaigns, all reaching out for our dollars and cents, we too of- ten hear "charitable" to mean 'give money.' Beingcharitable isn't that easy. No brownie points if all you do is give aay some of your financial assets. God wats your soul! People of faith are called to rage against inconsistency and hypocrisy We are encouraged to hate shames and pretences. The injustices we look for are often times those of rich against poor. Bein$ charitable means there is no room in air relationships for class distinctions. We are all the apple of Midis eye. Given the chance, God will always overturn our estimate of human worth. God says - BE HONEST What is a lie? Young children are very clear - if not simple - m their answer. An untrue statement made to an adult is not a lie unless you get caught. An untruth to another child is always a liel As we mature, honesty is more than simply avoiding untrue state- ments. It starts to mean being Real! Are we real people living honest lives? To help us, we use other people as mirrors in which we try to see our- selves. Now, if looking to others is the only way you have of assessing �rouself - you're in big trouble! But if we also look to our God and ask, How am I doing?", we open ourselves to being honest. God says - LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOUR This isn't hard to do if you live in the 'right' neighborhood. Chances are, everyone around you is so much like yourself that you can't help but like them. God's world is so much broader than just a few streets we call com- munity. God's neighbourhood extends to all the universe. Your neigh- bour may not even be -a person. What about loving our forests? our fresh water? our silence? The most popular selling cassette recordings are not those which play music - but sounds of wilderness. The daily living of plants, anihnals,_ _ wind and water are what people yearn to hear most. Its a simple game - this game of life and faith - listen carefullyier.t� voice that calls - God says. 404% Crime Stoppers If you have called Huron County Crime Stoppers during the month of October, you may be eligible for an EXTRA REWARD for the tip of the month. Call back - you could be the winner. Crime Stoppers is seeking the public's assistance in helping the Ministry of Natural Resources con- servation officers. Due to the hunt- ing season, there is a significant number of illegal activities taking place. Conservation officers are looking for information on over -possessions of water fowl, baiting for water fowl and illegal methods of game fish harvest and "jacklighting" of deer. The public can help by repotting to Crime Stoppers accurate informa- tion on violators, including date, time, location, and a description of persons and vehicles involved. Crime Stoppers will pay a cash re- ward of up to $1000.00 for information leading to an arrest. Call toll free 1-800-265-1777. You will not have to testify in court. Exeter Legion news By Dave Frayne EXETER - At the last General Meeting, the branch was visited by Comrade Ed Pyette - Zone Com- mander, Larry Uyl - Deputy Zone Commander, June Pyette - Zone Secretary and Bea Uyl - Zone Treasurer. They were in attendance to check our records, procedures and give words of encouragement to the members. Also in attendance was Stu Homuth from Homuth, Taylor, Pinder and, Mc, Ieilly•to --provide a report on our financial re- port for last year. Several recommendations for do- nations were presenteand the fol- lowing groups wiU be receiving funds as listed below: Minor baseball $600.00; Exeter and Area Ringettes $1200.00; Exet- er Junior Co-ops $1,000.00. It was also passed that the Branch donate towards the rental of • a bus and Legion Hats for veterans at Parkwood Hospital. Meat draw winners were as fol- lows: Last week - First draw, Tim Aloe; Second draw, Jim Warwick; Third draw, Wilma Rea; Fourth draw, Annie Lawson; Fifth draw, Elsie McDonald. This week the meat draw winners were: First draw, Jim Parker; Sec- ond draw, Carol Borden; Third draw, Mike Veri; Fourth draw, Mike Veri; Fifth draw, Carol Bor- den. This Sunday we will be having our Remembrance Church Service and Parade. The parade forms at 10:00 a.m., medals to be worn, marching to the Cenotaph for the laying of wreaths. From the Ceno- taph to Trivia Memorial Church for a service at 11:00 a.m. Citizens of Exeter and area are invited to at- tend. On Monday, November 11 school visits are planned and the Remembrance Day banquet will be held at the Branch at 6:00 p.m. RE -OPENED UNDER NEW. MANAGEMENT Centre Town Laundromat In the Centre Town Mall Open 8 -10 dally November 12 VOTE BRIAN HARDEMAN for Usbome Council Seminar for men this weekend EXETER - Isn't it time you were trained for the one job you'll have for the rest of your life? Or have you, man, taken the course on how to be a man in your relationships with your spouse, your friends, your children. Dr. James Dobson of "Focus on the Family" says, Consider how a young husband might look upon his new role at the beginning of mar- ried life. Is he supposed to eam a living for his wife? Well, probably not. She may bring in more money than he. Is he expected to provide benevolent leadership for his fami- ly in the major decisions? Is he to be stoic and strong or tender, sensi- tive and emotional? Where can he find out what is expected of him? Historically, married men were not so uncertain. _res„ taoaaa in the past, the man of the house was to be protector and provider. He took great satisfaction in achieving these goals. Today's forc- es are undermining this role of the husband. Men are designed physi- cally and emotionally, men are de- signed to fulfill these goals. But where can a man turn to learn how to sort out the wheat from the chaff concerning his role in rela- tionships with spouse, and friends, and children. Where - in Exeter - November8 and 9. Dave Simmons, a former line- backer in the AFL league and a 20 year staffer with Campus Crusade brings the answer to these ques- tions through his eight part video series. "Dad the Family Shepherd". The time together with other men will lead to invaluable ways to be- come a more effective man in your relationships. Dave Simmons studied at Dallas Theological Seminary and the Rq- formed Theological Seminary. These times of study provide him a strong Bible based approach to his presentations. He will discuss the potential that men have, in them- selves, to bring to their relation- ships. Interspersed among the vide- os, there will be time for discussion among the participating men. The video series will begin Fri- day evening at 6 p.m. and conclude on Saturday at 4 p.m. This seminar is sponsored jointly by the Men's Fellowship and Christian Service Brigade of Exeter Pentecostal Tab- ernacle, where it will be held. Sem- inar fee is $20.00 if registered by Friday, November 1 and $25.00 thereafter. For further information call or write the church at 235-2991 or 670 Main St. S. Exeter, NOM 1St. AIM ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION REMEMBRANCE Open Letter to an Old Soldier I saw you there Remembrance Day, dear old soldier, strong and brave. With tauered coat and scuffy shoes; and on your head, beret of blue. -_ Tit* you at the park that day, with too -long coat and hair of grey. With ragged trousers, unkept hair, I saw you praying - silent there. The bugle sounded soft and low. Upon your face, an inner glow. And standing tall, I saw you shed your ragged garments; all in shreds; And suddenly you were once more, a soldier going off to war. You stood so tall and stately there, with mem- ories of yesteryear. When you were young and gladly gave... a soldier's heart, so young and brave. I wanted so to touch your hand... to thank you for your valiant stand. I wanted so to speak your name, but i was shy, and yes ashamed... Exeter R.E. Pooley Branch 167 235-2962 Greg Pfaff Poppy Chairman Dave Frayne President Sun., Nov. 10th - Parade forms at Legion at 10:00 a.m. March to Cenotaph for the laying of wreaths and Last Post. Medals to be worn. Legion Church Service at Trivitt Memorial 11 a.m. Members of Community welcome. Fellowship at Branch to follow at Legion. The citizens of Exeter and area are invited to attend. Mon. Nov. 11th - Remembrance Day Services to be held at Local Schools. Please check school for service times. Remembrance Day Banquet - Monday Nov. 11th. Members and veterans, social hour 6 - 7 p.m. Banquet at 7 p.m. Guest speaker - Life Member Br. 167, E.D. Bell, O.C. Tickets - $6.00 available at Branch, Stan Frayne's, Dinney Furniture and Executive Members. That one who fought the battle brave, was now neglected.. old and grey. In too long coat and hair of grey, I watched you_u- and walk away. North up Minto... across the lights... to Salva- tion Army's Harbour Light. Where are you now, old soldier brave? Who fought, our Canada to save. You who fought that we might live, we can- not now one moment give. But leave you old and all alone, a hostel room to call your own. Forgive me, good soldier brave, I stood and let you walk away. All alone... Remembrance Day. Forgive me that I did not say... thanks, within the park that day. I knelt and prayed for those that died... forget- ting those who were alive. Forgive me dear old soldier brave, I stood and let you walk away. Author Unknown Remember... Think.... Participate �flonsa _-- Branch 468 Peter Zwaan Larry Uyt President Poppy Chairman November 4: - 6 to 9 p.m. Door to door canvass In Hensall. the support of the public for the annu- al Poppy appeal will be greatly appreciated November 10: Remembrance Service. All Vete- rans, members, Ladies Auxiliary, Hensall and are residents are cordially invited to attend our service at the Hensall Presbyterian Church. 9:15 a.m. - moat at Hensall Legion Hall 9:30 a.m. Parade to Church, service conducted by Rev. Mark Gaskin and Rev. Doug Wright. Thence to the Cenotaph for the laying of wreaths and the Last Post. Medals to be worn. Following this ceremony, refreshments will be served by the Ladies Auxiliary. We trust mem- bers of the community and area will make a spe- cial effort to attend these services November 11: Remembrance Day Banquet. Banquet to be held at the Hensall community Centre at 7 p.m. Guest speaker: Comrade Clare Wall. Provincial Service Officer (Retired). Every- one welcome. Tickets available from Legion Members, the Branch or call 262-2618.