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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1983-12-14, Page 16Page 16 Times -Advocate, December 14, 1983 Church women pick slate, By MRS. WILLIAM RO$lDE Thames Rood The Christmas meeting of the United Church Women was held Monday evening with 27 members present. The table at the front had the Christmas scene and the open Bible which was quite meaningful. Mrs. John Pym welcomed everyone and opened the meeting with prayer. They sang 0 Come All Ye Faithful. A reading 'The First Peace Convention" was given by Mrs. Robert Bray. They sang "While Shepherds Watched". We'll Do the Job Right... Ready -Mix Concrete FREE ESTIMAIES Res;dentiol commerical and farmlounda frons floors siubs sidewalks driveways manure tanks etc. form rentals equipment rentals For guaranteed strength quality controlled and service call C.A. McDowell Redi-Mix Ltd. Centralia, Ontario Plant: Exeter. Hwy . No. 83 west 235.2711 Office: 221E-6129 After hours: 228-6780 • 11W coPee• re, \`,\ �o Mrs. Pym read the Scrip- ture which was the Christmas Story. A very meaningful story "My Store Broughten Christmas"was read by Mrs. Ken Duncan. The offering was received by Mrs. Duncan and Mrs. Lorne Passmore with prayer by Mrs. Pym. A humorous reading "Gravity Versus my Panty Hose" was given by Ws. Ar- nold Cann. They sang "Silent Night Holy Night". Mrs. Pym closed the worship service with a Christmas Benediction. President Mrs. Duncan opened the business part of the meeting with a poem "Christmas Wish" The usual business was dealt with. Mrs. Rick Parker gave a report about the fires in Australia. The U.C.W. sent $100 to Australia when Mrs. Parker's brother Brad Cann was over there. The Secret Pal Gifts were were then handed out. They sang "Gentle Mary Laid Her Child" and "A Christmas Prayer". A delicious lunch of desserts and Christmas cookies were served by the hostess Mrs. Ross Ballantyne and Group C which brought TH}:C�.,,.t.,.wii Spice MAIN ST. EXETER 235.1211 HAVE SUGAR & SPICE CHRISTMAS!' kaiarreate! HANDDIPPED CHOCOLATES Askota Order Early! , t ae te,Our Elves pride themselves on Unique - 1 ••, 'CHRISTMAS BASKETS AND CANDY TRAYS 'STOCKING STUFFERS FOR ALL AGES "COLLECTOR" DOLLS AND TEDDY BEARS I PRE -CHRISTMAS SALE n% OFF JL tP COLLECTOR'S • PLATES & FRAMES L -(Does DotInciade plates on Consignment) "The Wonder of , Christmas" 1 4* present white glfts at Thames Road church service an enjoyable evening to an end. The slate of officers for 1984 are as follows: past president Mrs. Ken Duncan: president Mrs. Lee Webber; vice- president Mrs. Barry Jeffery and Mrs. Glen Stewart,. secretary Mrs. Ted Kernick; asst. secretary Mrs. Don Richardson; treasurer Mrs Reg Hodgert; pianist Mrs. Reg Hodgert; asst. pianist Mrs. Bill Rohde; official board representative Mrs. Ken Duncan, Mrs. Lee Web- ber. rep to board of step+ • rds Mrs. Barry Jeffery. Manse committee Mrs. Gerry Morgan, Mrs. Glen Stewart: group leaders - group U Mrs. Ross Cottle, Mrs. Ross Hodgert. Group C Mrs. Floyd Stewart, Mrs. Howard Cunnington; group W Mrs. Barry E. Miller, Mrs. David Passmore. Examiners Mrs. Rick Parker. Mrs. Jack Stewart; baby band superintendent Mrs. Rick Parker, Mrs. Ted Kernick; card secretary Mrs. Donald Bray. Nomination committee Mrs. Arnold Cann, Mrs. Lorne Passmore, Mrs. Lloyd Ballantyne; leadership and development chairperson Mrs. Murray Dawson; com- munications co-ordinator Mrs. Bill Rohde; stewardship and finance committee Mrs. Barry Jeffery, Mrs. Reg }lodged and Mrs. Bill Rohde. Church in Society commit- tee Mrs. Barry J. Miller, Mrs. Ross Ballantyne, Mrs. Donald Bray, Mrs. Bev Alexander; Christian Development com- mittee, Mrs. Jack Duncan, Mrs Howard ('unnington. World Outreach committee Mrs. Lorne Passmore and Mrs. Arnold Cann. White Gift service Rev. Robert Matheson was the leader in the White Gift Service on Sunday of which the theme was "Stories and Gifts". Rev. Matheson told , the children a story by lighting the third candle in the Advent Wreath which is the Angel's Candle. The story "The Advent Ap- ple" was told and enacted by Jack Stewart and Erin Parker. The story "The Greedy Family" was told by Mrs. Ted Kernick and members of the Sunday School. The story "The Gift Tree" was told by Mrs. David Passmore and the story "The Free Gift(' by Mrs. Gerry Cromarty women mark festive event By MRS. ROBERT LAINO Cromarty Thy Light Is Come was the theme of the worship service whenCromarty Presbyterian W.M.S. met at the home of Edna Stoneman Tuesday afternoon for their regular December meeting. Betty Dow, who presided, placed a creche on a table in the centre of the room and led in the worship. Taking part were Agnes Lamond, Lillian Douglas, Edna Stoneman, Lila McKaig, and Dorothy Miller. The singing of ap- propriate carols accompanied by Muriel Scott on the autoharp interspersed the readings, following which Betty Dow led in prayer. Muriel Scott's topic, Christmas is a time of peace, reminded us that in the Bible we are promised peace. It is the fruit of justice and righteousness. All members were present and each answered the roll call with one verse of a favourite carol. During business conducted by the president, Dorothy Miller, the study book material for 1984 was discussed. Secretary, a w Lillian Douglas is to send to the Glad Tidings an account of the 80th anniversary celebration in November. An amusing skit by Dorothy Miller and Betty Dow pointed to the need for us to realize that people in far-off places are our neighbours and many need our help. Agnes Lamond reported 12 cards sent and 8 visits made to the sick and shut-ins. The meeting closed with a hymn and the Lord's Prayer. At Sunday's church service, the title of Rev. Kenneth Knight's sermon was The Word that Stands Forever. Miss Susan Lachnit entertain- ed the congregation with an accordion solo. Whispering Hope, and along with Betty Lou Norris at the organ, ac- companied the choir as they sang Silent Night. Ushers for the month of December are Robert Laing and Lloyd Miller. Eldon and Gladys Allen are the proud grandparents of the new baby girl, Jennifer Ashley Hudson. Born Satur- day, Dec. 3, Jennifer is the daughter of Jack and Nancy Hudson of White Rock, B.C. DONATION TO HOSPITAL — South Huron Junior Former's president Gerald John (left) presents a $380 cheque for the purchase of a crib dome to Olga Davis, chair- man of public relations for the hospital board, and hospital administrator Roger Sheeler. Ifit's from Anstett's it says, 'you're special' S Alb.rt Street. Clinton 31 Main !front South. S..$orth :s4 M.In Street. I..ter 93 Durham Street I.st, W.Iherton 131 Oue.n Street ton. St. Marys Pearl Splendor Treasured gift of the seo - the holiday season's most popular fashion accessory. We will be happy to explain the subtle nuances of pearl value to you, and aid you In selecting the fine cultured pearl jewellery exactly right for today's fashions. Special Value -just in time for Christmas Gift Giving! We hove many qualities and styles of pearl jewellery. 18" strand of cultured pearls now priced from only '249.95. Use our convenient Christmas Lay -a -way plan. Free gift wrapping. ANSTETT MEMBER AMERICAN GEMSO( fTv JEWFllFRS Morgan and members of the Sunday School. Mrs. Don Richardson read the Scripture Luke 1:46-55. Each person then brought their offering to the front. Rev Robert Matheson of- fered prayer. The choir rendered the anthem "The First Christmas Morn". Mrs. John Pym had tastefully decorated the auditorium of the church which added a lot to the service. The flowers in the church Sunday were placed there by the family of the late Victor Jeffery The Sunday School Concert will be held Tuesday. December 20 at 8 pm Everyone welcome. Personals Rev. Robert and Mrs. Matheson spent part of the last week with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Matheson, Ottawa. A large number of people called at the Hopper -Hockey Funeral home Exeter last week where they paid their respect to the late Victor Jef- fery. Sympathy of the corn- munty is extended to Mrs. Jeffery, the family and relatives. Mrs. and Mrs. Jack Stewart visited with their daughter ' and son-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Rick Potter and family, ThunderBay recently. Miss Doris Elford, Mr. and Mrs. William Rohde attended the Christmas meeting of the Kirkton-Woodham Hor- ticulture Society at Kirkton- Woodham Community Centre Tuesday evening. Mrs. Mary Thomson, Ex- eter and Mr. and Mrs. William Rohde visited with the former's brother Mr. Clayton Hanna who is a 'pa- tient in St. Joseph's Hospital London, Saturday afternoon. Charles Miner, Exeter and Mr. Keith Passmore returned home Saturday evening after holidaying with Mr. and Mrs. John Miner, Regina, Saskatchewan. Mr. and !ors. Ken Simpson, Mr. and Mrs. Eldred McNicol, London, and Mrs. Gertrude Clarke, St. Marys were Sunday supper guests with Mr. and Mrs. Ken Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Jim Richard- son, London were Sun :ay din- ner guests with Mr. and Mrs. Don Richardson. • Revision of Rates for Hee Town of Exeter Due to the higher cost of providing service, the Exeter Public Utilities Commission has found it necessory to increase its electrical rates for 1984 as of January 1st. Ontario Hydro has found it necessary to in- crease the wholesale rates 8.0 percent in 1984 and in order to meet this additional cost as well as increases in material etc. the Utility must increase retail rates by approximately 7.6 percent. 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