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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-11-16, Page 16Page 16 Seniors to attend Times -Advocate, November 16, 1983 junior farmer party The Sunshine and Busy Buddies Senior groups held the regular meeting on Thurs- day at the Masonic Hall. An invitation was read from the Lucan Junior Farmers to attend a seniors' euchre par- ty which they are'sponsoring, on Saturday November 26 at 1 p.m. in the Leprechaun Hall at the arena. All seniors of the community are invited. Unfortunately the Bryanston Friendship Group could not get reservations for dinner on the dates their members could go, for either the Cullen Garden or Simcoe Christmas tours, so neither of these tours are being taken. The Christmas Party will be held in the Legion Hall, with members of the Aux- iliary catering, on Thursday, December 15:,12:30. A short program will follow as well as an exchange of gifts. Anglican ktemernheratue Day wasthe theme of the Morning Prayer worship at Holy Trinity Anglican ('hurch. White musts and poppies were plac- ed on the altar in memory- and in thanksgiving for the fallen and those who gave of themselves in wartime Freedom is costly, may we always remember! • is "lcoming members anti friends were Sue Haskett. Erin and Jennifer. Assisting with the service were Joyce Sovereign and Beth Smith. readers of the lessons ap- pointed tor Pentecost 25. The senior choir ministered in song with the anthem entitled "God the All Merciful". Solo parts were taken by Patricia Pocock and Loretta Dickson. The sermon given by Rev. Pocock was based on the readings for the day. As we remember the cost of freedom - the self-sacrifice of men and -.miner' who faithful- ly served their countries in working towards peace.. we. must remember that the Christian is also called to a self-sacrificing life. working Readings were given on Remembrance Day by Mary Davis and Muriel Cobleigh. The secretary reported that the basket of fruit had been delivered along with the card signed by members to Lon Phillips on November 9 for his 100th birthday. Honey Davidson was wish- ed the very best as she moves into London. Lela Abbott and Harry Noels were celebrating bir- thdays the day of the meeting and Marie Veel during the coming week. They all receiv- ed Best Wishes from the Club. Card convener for the day was Agnes Hotson and prizes were won by Jean Miller, Mary Davis, Jackie Loynes, Marjorie Steeper, Eleanor Darling and Jim O'Shea. The craft prize was won by Hilda Epworth. Lunch was served by Muriel Cobleigh, Jessie Lewis, Mary and Tom Kooy. Church with God to bring Ilis peace into the world. • We must constantly remember the faithfulness of God. If we stand firm and are faithful to Ilim, then we need not fear. Ile will be faithful to us. Flowers in the sanctuary were from the funeral of the late Veronica Mitchell. Our sympathy and prayers go out to her families. Next Sunday afternoon at :3 p.m. there will be a Memorial Service in the church for the late Mrs. Lillian King. She was one of God's faithful ser- vants and a faithful member of Holy Trinity loved by all whose lives she touched. We invite all in the community who knew her and loved her to join us for this service. Up -coining events: Great Chapter meeting of Medway Deanery, Wednesday even- ing. 7:30 for 8:00 p.m. Parish Hall. Topic for discussion will be the Restructuring of Synod All delegates to Synod are reminded of the special Synod. November 26 in St. Paul's Cathedral. to elect a ('nadjulor Bishop. CRAFTS ON DISPLAY -- Sue Wilcox and Edie Burt show some of their handiwork at the Lucon Community Cen- tre croft show, Saturday. T -A photo Remembrance Day - at United Church Remembrance Day was observed Sunday morning at Lucan United ('hurch as the congregation kept the tradi- tional two minutes' silence in memory of those who gave their lives in two world wars and in the Korean conflict. Mr. Brown offered prayers for world peace. and the choir's anthem expressed the same deep desire in the words of Rudyard Kipling's hymn. "God of our Fathers". Dennis and Mary Maguire formed the welcoming com- mittee for the day. Marguerite McRoberts told the children a story about a little wheel which decided to do its own thing instead of heeding the direction of the steering wheel. When great trouble resulted. the little wheel learned that it is very important to listen to the steering wheel and to think of its fellow wheels Jesus is our steering wheel. He instructs us to do all things in love, caring for others. When we obey Him, we bring happiness to others and ourselves too. Following the story. Marguerite took the children out for their Junior Congregation session. assisted by Terry and the Junior helpers. Group committee invites visitors The first Lucan Scouting Group Committee wishes to invite anyone interested in Scouting to their meeting Thursday November 17th, 8:00 p.m. at the Lucan United Church. 1 Mr. Brown's message was entitled "Witnessing - the . Wrong 'l'ime is the Right Time " "Being a Christian is a full time job," he com- mented. Jesus pointed out in Luke 21 that times of great calamity and trouble are the very times that provide us with an opportunity to bear witness to our faith. This has been true through the ages, and it is true today. In condi- tions of this sort, God is work- ing out Isis great purposes and Ile expects His people to be faithful witnesses. Flowers in the sanctuary were from the funeral of the late Mrs. Veronica Mitchell. The sympathy of the con- gregation is extended to her family. Wednesday at 9:30, ladies making articles tincluding macrame( for the Church bazaar will meet in the C.E. Wing. If you have a macrame board. please bring it. The Friendship Unit of the U.C.W' meets also on Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Senior choir has changed its practice time for this week until Thursday at 7:30. Following choir. at 8:30, the Outreach Committee meets at the ('hurch. Saturday at 1:30, Young People ages 12 and up meet at the ('hurch to go for a swimming party at F gmondville 13ring a bathing suit and $2 for swim and sup- per. Transportation will be provided. The Dorcas Unit ladies are asked to note a change in time for their meeting of November 22 to 1:30 p.m. Following a business meeting they will be entertaining ladies from Crestwood and Crestview. EMERGENCY PLANNING STUDY — Elected officials from across Canada attended an Emergency Planning Canada conference recently in Arnprior. Shown from the left are Lucan councillor Tom England; E.J. Evans, Georgeville, Quebec mayor; W.W. Hamlond, Thamesford mayor; N.F. Robertson, Trenton mayor and instructor K.W. McNab. UCOn. and district news Susan Cook 225-2750 St. Pat's CWL are invited to attend London bazaars The November meeting of St. Patrick's C.W.L. was held in the school library and began with the recitation of the Rosary. Invitations have been received from both St. An- drew's and St. Justin's Chur- ches in London to attend their fall bazaars, both being held this Saturday, November 19. Our bazaar wilt be held Sunday, December 4 follow- ing the 11:00 a.m. Mass in the school gym. The ladies will be setting things up on Saturday, December 3 from 1-4 p.m. so anyone who would like to drop off items is invited to do so. Anita Giesen is organizing. Bingo help appreciated The volunteer Bingo Club workers enjoyed an-apprecia tion evening Saturday night in the Leprechaun Hall, when approximately 80 men and women gathered for a full course turkey dinner. The arena catering service, under the convenership of Barry Hodgins, prepared and served the dinner and were thanked by Mike O'Shea. The Chairman of the Bingo Club. Richard Gledhill, thanked the many volunteers and the Board for their faithful atten- dance and help during the year. The current project is the purchase of an "Olympic" ice Moder machine and he hopes that all volunteers will continue their good work to help pay for it! Progressive euchre was en- joyed by those who stayed for the balance of the evening. a baking spree to make homemade pies in the Mini - Hall also on December 3. If you would like to help please come out and bring your roll- ing pin. If you wish further in- formation contact Anna Giesen at 225-2370. Corina Reymer and Teresa VandenBoomen were thanked for their hard work in the sell- ing of Historic Plates of our church in which there are less than 10 left to sell. The C.W.L. have been ask- ed to cater the_ Soil and Cron Management Banquet to be held Thursday November 24 in the ilderton Arena. Bernie Van Bussey has ordered religious Christmas Cards. Anyone wishing to buy these attractive cards may call Bernie at 227-4890. Twenty-eight people have registered for the bus trip to Midland for the Pope's visit in September of 1984. Bernice ('runican would be happy to hear from anyone who is in- terested in going. Lunch was then served and the meeting was closed with a Hail Mary. A hot ham' and egg breakfast was served by the chefs of the K.C. Council Sun- day, following the early Mass along with a hake sale by the C.P.T.A There was a very good turnout and no one left feeling hungry! The November meeting of the Parish Advisory Board was held in the school staff - room. This -was the first meeting held with the newly elected Advisory Board and best wishes were extended to those who will meet on behalf of our parish family. ember 9 marked an historic day for our parish because after years of waiting. repair work on our church got underway. This fall most of the stained glass windows will be reframed. releaded, cleaned, reglazed, wood frames repainted and new stone sills inserted. Bullas Glass Limited of Kit- chener was awarded the con- tracts and incidental masonry repairs. around the windows will be done by one of our parishioners, Nick Vandeborne. New Beavers join Colony October 25, the Lucan Beavers held their Investiture • Ceremony in which new boys and leaders formally join their colony. F'rom Colony A, Chad O'Leary, Christopher Cox, and Adam Duskocy became Eager Beavers along with their new leaders Anna Cox and Amy Duskocy. Colony 13 welcomed former Kits, Jeff Campbell, Chris Hietalahti. John Dickie, Michael Wragg, Wesley Roll- ings, Kenneth Carter, Chris Revington, Anthony Bianchi - Dorman and Tim O'Reilly. Their new leaders are Anne Langendyke, Anne Rollings and Marg Wragg. Over 70 children and their parents attended the Beaver and Cub Hallowe'en party. October 31. Many activities including breaking pinata pumpkins, apple bobbing and visiting a haunted house were enjoyed by all the children. November 11, both Colonies A and 13 visited the residents of Craigholme in Ailsa Craig. AT LUCAN CRAFT SHOW -- Jean and Ron Tutt show some of their croft articles to Art Bell at Saturday's craft show at the Lucan Community Centre. Revival Centre Rev. C.J. Williams Sundai morning spoke from Genesis 2:7-9 and 18-22. Adam and - Eve were made by God accor ding to His pattern, in God's spiritual image. Thus they were sinless Also God created them with a will to serve God or nol in Eden there were two special trees. one of life. one of knowled,;e and good and evil. When Adam ate of this tree he lost his spiritual likeness of God Because of their disobedience Adam and Eve were banish- ed from the perfect garden of Eden. Adam lived 930 years in remorse for losing his close communion with God. Although God created alt the animals for Adam to name. none were the helper Adam needed Thus God created Eve to be Adam's helper. Before we knew we were sinners and needed a Saviour. Go•1 had planned that Jesus would come to be the Saviour of mankind. Mrs. Lorraine Armitage played the piano as she taught a new shwiis. l Live. Rev. ('..1 Williams read Ads 1 8. and 2 1 11. saying 'his was the fulfillment of prophecy. When the Holy Spirit came on the disciples they saw something different on each of them, fire. warmth. and the seal of God. The people heard the disciples speak in foreign languages. The time to obey the Lord is when God speaks. There was nothing unusual. News about Jesus' appearance. but when Ile spoke it was with divine authority. When God told Moses to speak lo l'haroah in Exodus to lel His people go, it was with divine authority. When the disciples received the Holy Spirit. they also received this divine authorlly. Upcoming events Christmas Program. f lee ',ntx+r 4. Sunday evening. at 7:no p m. is to be the An- nual Christmas Program in Lucan Revival Centre. December 6, Tuesday even- ing at 6 p.m. is to be the Christmas banquet for Lucan Revival Centre. Tickets will be for sale by end of November. Seniors at school rementbranees Several members of the seniors clubs attended the Remembrance Day Services in the Biddulph-Lucan Schools Friday forenoon. At the Lucan building the Kindergarteners to Grade Three under the direction of Dorothy Nott, and with Denise Ward as M.C. presented a most meaningful service. As the music began for the processional the colour par- ties, six cubs in uniform, entered and took their places on the stage and all present sans "0 Canada". Jason Maier read "What is Remem- brance Day" and the children sang "The Soldiers Went To War" followed by "Why We Wear A Poppy on Remem- brance Day" read by Kim Hickson. Mrs. Nott told the children of "The Humble Beasts that Served and Died" following which Robert Stotesbury- Leeson read a short story "A Brave Dog of the Battlefield" .and Lisa Carroll one about a "Carrier Pigeon Named Cher Ami." Each grade had made a wreath and two children from each grade presented them at the foot of a cross, on the stage, and the Last Post was played on tape, followed by two minutes of silence and Reveille. Principal, Wallis 14IcLay, after lighting a candle for courage, spoke to those pre- sent stressing how they show- ed courage in the classroom, on the playground, busses and in their homes. The students sang "A Candle Song" with motions and the Colour Par- ties paraded from the gym- torium. Denise thanked all for "Helping Us Remember." At the Biddulph building, WI enjoy beef seminar President Bernice Lockyer, secretary Mabel Froats, treasurer Iola Goring of the Lucan Women's Institute, together with members, Rita Cunningham, Honey David- son, Flora Robertson and Iva Hodgins, enjoyed a visit to the Clandeboye Branch on Wednesday afternoon. The Demonstration by Diane O'Shea, "Cooking with Beef" was much enjoyed and the "tasting" was even more so! Diane did her usual ex- cellent demonstration, assisted by Sandy Forsythe. Kim Kwasnicki led in the Lord's Prayer and read a Bi- ble passage. Jane Holden ex- plained the meaning of the "two minute silence which was observed following the taped playing of the Last Past during the lowering of flags Carried by Brett Butchart and Erik Barr. LOCAL CRAFTS --- Donna and Russell Thompson were• exhibitors at Saturday's craft show and sole at the Lucan Community Centre. T•A photo Flags were raised during Reveille. Student council representatives, Valerie Fretz, Caroline Shumka, Gell McLeod, Jason McDonald and Steve MacDonald, presented wreaths and a Remembrance Day Service • story was read by Jan Good- man. The Junior Choir, under the direction of Mrs. Lanteigtle, sang "Last Night I Had The Strangest Dream" and 0 Canada was sung, 2 verses, in English and in French. Mrs. Ann Bansley's Grade 7/8 were responsible for this most meaningful Service of Remembrance. BOOKKEEPING TAX FILING Geo. & Lois Eizenga R.R. 5 Forest NON 1J0 Telephone: $73-4915 (formerly Leman) 2' RESIDENTS OF LUCAN London and Middlesex Lung Association will conduct a Door - to - Door Canvass for the 1983 Christmas Seal Campaign Friday, November 18, 1983 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Volunteer Canvassers are: Youth Group, St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Lucan s Love That Waterbed! 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