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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1994-03-09, Page 17One Thousand Cranes The student presentation of One Thousand Cranes at South Huron District High School on Thursday and Friday told the story of hope as well as fear that has been brought about be- cause of nuclear war. Victoria Bisback, on left played the friend of Melanie Phillips' character who was dying of cancer years after nuclear bombs were dropped in Japan. in this scene Phil- lips' character has been with cancer and her friend tells about the legend of the One Thou- sand Cranes. Meanwhile Sara Mason, on left and Marty Vanderhoek struggle to come to grips with the present day threat of nuclear war. in this scene Mason's character plays dead as Vande- rhoek's character tries to discuss his fear of war. Times -Advocate, March 9, 1994 Page 17 our Vie Letters to the editor Video ministry not a show "The four churches do not have different approaches to Christianity" Dear Editor: I want to thank you for the article on the Eternal Life Video Ministry. I do however want to make a few comments on the content of this article. The first item is in the way you refer to the broad- cast as a "show". Our televised services are a repre- sentation of how we worship our God and should not be classified as a "show." Secondly the E.L.V.M. was started with the aim to bring our worship services to the shut-ins and the community at large as an evangelical tool. Thirdly, the four churches do not havedifferent approaches to Christianity, but all approach God in a style of worship that represents their theological commitment. We are one in the love we have for our God who is the creator of this planet and the entire universe. Finally the present 10:00 schedule will become the 9:30 a.m. schedule and the 11:00 a.m. broadcast will be the new schedule. I hope that you will accept these comments as a correction to this article so that the Times Advocate readership may have the correct information. In closing 1 would like to thank you for allowing us the space in your well respected newspaper. Yours truly, Harold DeVries Chairperson of the E.L.V.M. World Day of Prayer celebrated By Muriel Lewis GRANTON - At the St. Thomas' Anglican church on Sunday, March 6, Robert Parkinson and Paul Acres led the service in the absence of Rev. Stephen Emery. March 13th service will be at 11 a.m. with the same leaders in charge. Friday, March 4 at 7:30 the Granton and Area churches participated in the World Day of Prayer. It was a meaningful service prepared by the Palestinian Women. The printed service was used. The speaker for the service was Mazie Allen and her husband John, showing their slides of the Holy Land. Everyone learned much from their presentation. Cathy West - man, a former neighbour of the Aliens introduced them. Margaret Oakley thanked them and gave a mon- ey gift in appreciation. A time of fellowship followed the service. At the Granton United Church morning service, Pas- tor Normalie Voakes' message was "Journeying to- ward Calgary". The choir sang 'The Saviour is Wait- ing". In the children's story time Andrew Bryan removed the lily from the cross that the Sunday School had made. The 1994 officers of the church, United Church Women and Sunday School were installed. Unit #1 U.C.W. met at the home of Madeline Har- die, Lucan at 12:00 for their luncheon. Following this they had their business meeting and program. The worship was opened with a hymn. Doreen McRobert our leader, gave meditation thoughts from Mark Chap- ter 16. The theme was "Joy from a Stone Rolled Away". Madeline Hardie's program on "The Fine Art of Giving" was well presented. She related it to the Ul- timate Gift - God's gift of His son. Madeline had pre- pared one of her contests for us on animals. In the busi- ness part of the meeting, Unit #1 made arrangements for door greeters at the church for the month of March. They also planned the Easter Sunday Sunrise Breakfast for April 3. The service at 7:30 a.m., breakfast at 8:30. Everyone welcome. Free will offering will be taken. Construction of a new home on King Street began this week. Granton also has a new resident on Queen Street. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Forron are the proud parents of their first child, a beautiful baby girl. Congratulations. ,Get well wishes to Jack Noon, Juanita Westman and Chris Broughton. • The Granton Optimists are planning some activities for the March break. At the Masonic Hall, Monday, March 14, and Wednesday, March 16, from 10 a.m. to 12:00 its Kid's Crafts. Pre -register at Loonies' Restau- rant or call 225-2575 (Becky). Saturday, March 17, An- nual Beach Party for Kids, from 10 a.m. to 12:00. Re- freshments. For the children's activities, they are asked for a canned food item as admission. The canned goods are to be given to Women's Community House, that the Optimists sponsor. This year they are having something for those 50+ On Friday, March 16, at 12:30 they are having a light lunch followed by euchre. The admission for this is $5.00. If a ride is needed for this lunch and euchre please call 225-2575 and leave a message. YOU I)ECIDE WHO DECIDES SUBSTITUTE DECISIONS ACT • THE TRUTH ABOUT THE SUBSTITUTE DECISIONS ACT AN IMPROVED LAW ABOUT POWERS OF ATTORNEY GOES INTO EFFECT IN EARLY 1995. It's called the Substitute Decisions Act, and it's designed to give people more control over what happens to them if they become mentally incapable. Recently, people have been asking serious questions about the Substitute Decisions Act. When does it come into effect? What do I need to know? How will it affect me? YOU NEED TO KNOW • THE SUBSTITUTE DECISION ACT IS NOT COMING INTO EFFECT ON MARCH 1, 1994. The act will only become law in early 1995. • YOU DON'T HAVE TO MAKE A POWER OF ATTORNEY IF YOU DON'T WANT TO. Not now. Not ever. You don't have to, but there are some good reasons to do so. By making a power of attorney, you can make sure that someone you trust has the legal authority to make decisions for you if you become mentally incapable. in other words, you decide who decides. • A POWER OF ATTORNEY IS A LEGAL DOCUMENT. BUT YOU DQN'T NEED A LAWYER TO CREATE IT. A power of attorney names the person or persons you have chosen to make decisions on your behalf. It defines their responsibilities and clarifies your wishes. You may want to consult a lawyer for advice. especially if your finances are complex. Ontario But you don't have to. In a few weeks, the Ontario Government will make free power of attorney forms available, along with guidelines on how to complete them. • IF YOU ALREADY HAVE A POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR YOUR FINANCES, YOU DON'T NEED A NEW ONE. if you have already made a power of attorney that names someone to make financial decisions if you become incapable, it will still be effective when the Substitute Decisions Act becomes law. The Substitute Decisions Act expands your con- trol by allowing you to choose someone to make decisions about your personal care as well. • THE PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE WILL ONLY MAKE FINAN- CIAL DECISIONS ON YOUR BEHALF AS A LAST RESORT. if you are mentally incapable and if no one else is willing or able to act for you, the Public Guardian and Trustee may he required to act on your behalf. The Substitute Decisions Act was developed through extensive consultations and was passed unanimously by the Ontario Legislature in 1992. The idea behind the Substitute Decisions Act is simple: By creating a power of attorney for your financial affairs and a power of attorney for your personal care, you can make sure that someone of your choosing has the legal authority to act on your behalf. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE If you want to know more about the Substitute Decisions Act or get free power of attorney forms, write to SDA Information, Office of the Public Trustee, 145 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2N8. •Ces renselgnements sunt Iigakment disponihks en franeals.