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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1984-02-15, Page 13UC board holds regular meeting The Official Board of the United Church met on Wednesday evening for their regular monthly meeting with an excellent attendance. Following an orientation ses- sion and the meeting of divi- sions Bill Bailey reported that Rev. Gordon Pickell of Goderich would be the guest Minister during Mr. McDonald's holiday period in March. Paul Alexander, reporting for the membership committee, stressed the goal of having all members pre- sent for the Communion Ser- vice en Sunday February 26 and communion would be brought to those ill or shut-in at their request. Baptismal service will be held Sunday February 19 when Joshua David Fields, son of Mervyn and Jo -Anne Fields will be received Linda Alexander was. received as a member through the transfer of membership. Gary Kyle, chairman of the Christian Development committee, reported the tremendous suc- cess of the Family Skating Party and that a special get- together of couples would be held on Thursday March 29 in anticipation of forming a cou- ple's club. Hans Gerstenkorn spoke on the forthcoming Muskota Conference - retreat for couples and with a number of couples going from the con- gregations encouraged all couples to consider this weekend in June. There will be no Board meeting in March; the next'meeting will be on Thursday April 12. March of Dimes Collection The Ontario March of Dimes 1984 fund-raising cam- paign is officially over. Mrs. Joyce Pepper, campaign cap- tain for Hensall is delighted to report that a total of $667.22 _►nununuIIunl The Light Touch By LAVENDER Money doesn't coming * talks -- but it say when it's back. * * * L4testy pis. the. ,bost8 policy because it has so= little competition. To be the picture of health, one needs a good frame of mind. * * * * You can meet friends anywhere, but you c have to make enemies. * * Stereophonic sound is when you're trapped E between two people talking about their operations. * * We can cut it at Jack's Small Engine Repair Service 107 Queen St. _ Hensall .262-2103 See us if that snowthrower doesn't sound right. i i►►►►►►i►li►►►li l►i►i►►ii►ii1iiinni►►►11Ur was collected in he village. The donations received from our cotnmunit wW help enrich the lives of jhysieally disabled adults in many ways - by providing employment and job training oppor- tunities, camping holidays, wheelchairs, electtonic units and other aids; improving transportation services and housing. In short, the March of Dimes helps disabled peo- ple re -discover their potential and their abilities. The Ontario March of Dimes campaign slogan was "We Can't Help without your Help" said Mrs. Pepper. We certainly "Can" continue to help the thousands of physically disabled adults across the province, thanks to the support received in Hen- sall. Mrs. Pepper would also like to add a very special thankyou to the dedicated volunteers from the United Church who worked to hard and willingly Their efforts have paid off because our total collected this year is up $150.00 over previous years. Mrs. Pepper would like to say a very special thankyou to everyone who answered their doors and gave a donation. Queensway news Bingo with the ladies from the Kippen United Ladies Group on Monday started out our week of activities. Tues- day morning everyone had the opportunity to get involy- ed-in a sing -Song. Our Tuesday church service was conducted by Rev. Stan Mac- Donald. Along to assist him in the service were the ladies from Unit 1 of U.C.W. Wednesday morning another game of bingo was enjoyed by the residents. This time however it was led by the Health Care Aides from Conestoga College who were at the Home for the day again for their clinical experience. In the afternoon books and other reading materials were enjoyed. Thursday morning those who enjoy mucking around in the dirt all helped to transplant plants in our hor- ticulture club. As a result we now have healthier looking plants around the Home. Friday morning seemed to be the bowlers lucky day. Everyone ended up with bet- ter scores than usual which pl ased them as.their scores wkre counting'as part -Of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters bowl-a-thon. A special thanks to each of the staff who sup- ported the residents in this endeavour. Saturday evening was mo- vie night and a very educa- tional interesting movie on ice -fishing was viewed by the residents. Before watching the movie all helped to make pop -corn which they all en- joyed during the movie. Get well wishes are extend- ed to both Elmer Potter and Lavina Finkbeiner. ?, 7. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Morelli, Dashwood visited this past week with Hugh's sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Jack Corbett.' Recent visitors with Bertha MacGregor were Mrs. Don Brunslow, Exeter, Mrs. Maurice Heist and Miss Judy Haist, Crediton. TRUST COMPANY GUARANTEED CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Representing many trust com- panies, highest rates usually available. For more information contact John R. Consitt at 236-4381 or 236-4560 Filter Queen "IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" 482.7103 PECK APPLIANCES "iN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" •FILTER QUEEN SALES & SERVICE • VACUUM CLEANERS- (gales a service to Most Makes) •FM COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS (For Farm dt business) • WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES •WOODS FREEZERS •CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEMS • INSECT & FLY KiLLiNG UNITS (For indoor & Outdoor Use) •GIFTS & MANY MORE ITEMS VARNA, ONT. 482-7103 CAKE CUTTING — Two of Hensall's senior citizens, Jessie Armstrong and Earle Rowe make a ceremonial cut in the centennial cake while centennial ambassador Harold Knight (left), ambassador and councillor Irene Davis and Reeve Harry Klungel look on. KiDDen 4-Hauilters meet By Margaret Hoggarth The first meeting of the Kippen 4-11 club was held at the home of leader Penny Savage on Tuesday February 7 beginning at 7 p.m. Four out of five enrolled members were present. We began the meeting by volunteering for the offices. The results were president Jane Papple; vice- president - Tara Savage; secretary Lori Faber; press reporter Janet Hoggiirtb and . treasurer Diane Vanneste. The members then answered the roll -call which asked us what we hoped to learn from this club. Most members answered by saying that they hoped to learn how to quilt, which shows that they are in the right place, as that is the topic of this club. The leaders explained what we would be expected to do for the club. They outlined the new system of plaques being given out to signify the com- pletion of a project. They also showed us the three ditterent methods of quilting - basic, applique, and strip or string quilting, which we will be ex- pected make a sample for achievement day. We read through the material in the book and decided that eyery-one would try and think up a name for the club before the next meting; which Wtll be held on Tuesday February 14 at the home -of Margaret Hoggarth. All members are asked to dress in red for this occasion. A delicious lunch was then served and the meeting was adjourned. Kippen United Church Pastor Don Moffat presided in the pulpit for the service at St. Andrew's Church, Kippen on Sunday February 12. This being "Heart Sunday" love and heart was the theme throughout the whole service. PastorMoffat's sermon text was from John 3 verse 16, "God so loved the world." For his sermon he expounded on "The Love of God", telling of the mystery, agnitude and ,meaning of:jfs love. The hymns "0 fora heart to praise my God," "For God so loved the world," "Love devine, all loves excelling", and "Love lifted me" were very fitting to the theme, and the choir presented the ministry of music by singing "Let us love one another" ac- companied by Barbara Cooper at the organ. iisiid.riilirr' ., yam.. ... , 4 -- — - - k PARTICIPATING — Bank of Montreal customer Doris Hamilton (holding Daryl Wise) was served coffee and cookies by bank employees Bev Oesch (left front), Ann Langendyk, Doreen Welsh and (back) Dorothy Corbett, Phyllis Parsons, Evelyn Wright and Pat Pollock, all in early 1900's attire. Missing: Karen Dickins. New manager at Hensall Don Beauchamp, pro- prietor of grocery stores in Hensall and Zurich, recently announced the appointment of Tom Rushton as manager of Don's Food Market in Hen- sall. Rushton, formerly assis- tant store manager at Staf- fen's in Mitchell, plans to im- prove and enhance many departments in the store, beginning with the meat, pro- duce, bakery and soft drinks sections. He has already hired Dale Shean, also a former Staffen employee, to step up the quality of the produce department. Keith Volland will remain as meat manager at the Hen'- sail en=sail store. The meat depart- ment will be expanded, with a 12 foot multi -deck self -serve display case to keep company with the 16 foot deli and 12 foot meat case already there. Rushton is planning special promotions now for a mid- March anniversary event at the store. Beauchamp, who will re- main as general manager of both stores, will spend more time at the Zurich location. He is considering a change to a KWIG (Knechtel Wholesale Independent Grocers) conve- nience store at the Zurich • location. Youth congregate at service Times -Advocate, February 15, 1981 Page 13 PCW February theme is 'Love' The P.C.W. of Carmel Presbyterian Church met on Monday at 2 p.m. Mrs. Kathy Bell conducted the worship, the theme being "Love." She opened by reading a Scripture passage on Love. • Mrs. Taylor gave the topic on "Christianity in Africa" which was most interesting. She then presided for the business. The roll call was answered with a verse con- taining the word "Love". The treasurer's report was given by Mrs. Taylor in the absence of Marlene Bell. Mrs. Kathy Bell reported for the sick and shut-ins. Mrs. Eleanor Thompson' reported for the kitchen supplies. Mrs. Taylor gave an in- teresting report on . the Presbyterial she attended at Knox Presbyterian Church, Stratford. The synodical will be held at Wingham April 24-25. The World's Day of Prayer will be held in Carmel Church, March 2 at 2:00 p.m. Mrs. Yvonne Reynolds will be the guest speaker. Ar- rangements were made to hold a "Daffodil Tea and Bake Sale" on April 14 at 2:00 p.m. The Annual Bazaar is planned for November 3 at 2:00 p.m. The Centennial Committee will meet on Thursday 16. The March meeting will be March 5 at 2:00 p.m. The Arnold Circle Evening Auxiliary will be visiting the Queensway Nur- sing Home during the month of April. The meeting closed with prayer by Mrs. Taylor. NEW PERSONNEL Storb proprietor Don Beauchamp a • recently hired store manager Tom Rushton watch as new produce manager Dale Shean check, the vegetable display. ' Refreshments were served by Eleanor Thompson and Dorothy Taylor. Euchre Party The Humanitarian Com- mittees of the I.O.O.F. and Rebekah Lodges held a most successful Euchre party on Wednesday evening in the local hall. Prize winners were ladies high, Mrs. Bev. Hamilton; consolation, Mrs. Ruby Bell; men's high, Mrs. Harold Parsons (men's card); men's consolation, Ross Richardson; lone hands, Ray Consitt; draw winners, Bev Hamilton and Harold Willert. The next euchre will be held early in March. Unit 3 meets Unit tbree of Hensall U.C.W. met on Tuesday after- noon in the Church parlor with president Mrs. Harold Parker presiding. Worship was conducted by Mrs. Pearl Taylor on "Gentleness". Pearl read a poem on "Faith" and closed with prayer. Mrs.. Parker welcomed everyone and the roll call was answered with a verse on "Love." The posters received were put up in various parts of the Church to remind everyone to save their used stamps. Dorothy Brintnell read about some of the missionaries working overseas. The offer- ing was received and dedicated. President Dorothy Parker read some highlights of the General meeting. Unit Three will be enter- taining for the month of March at the Queensway Nur- sing home. Dorothy Brintnell gave a report of the presbyterial she attended. Loretta Riley gave the study book on Jesus "1 Am Come That You May Have Life". `For the program Sarah Dick read a poem "Memories". Loretta Riley read an article on "Nestles' Boycott". The president *thanked all who took part and reviewed the next meeting. Hostesses were Dorothy Brintnell and Mary Kinsman. Carmel Presbyterian Rev. Kenneth Knight con- ducted worship in Carmel Presbyterian Church on Sun- day. Mrs. Dorothy Taylor presided at the piano for the service of song. The Centen- nial Committee will meet on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. The World's Day of Prayer service will be held in Carmel Church on March 2: guest speaker will be Mrs. Yvonne Reynolds. Hensall United ('hureh The United Church was fill- ed on Sunday morning for the annual Church Parade for the Youth groups of our Com- munity and church. Groups attending . were the Messengers, Cubs, Explorers and Scouts along with their leaders. Following the march - in the flags were presented with Robert Gackstetter. An- dy Phillips and Daryl Lawerence as flagbearers. The Old Testament Scrip- ture was read by Scout Robert Taylor and the New Testament Scripture was read by Explorer heather Tanney. Cathy Mann, counsellor for the Explorers, lead the leaders in a "special prayer. Leaders present were: Messenger leaders Evelyn Elder, Bonnie Gould and Bev Bell; Cub leaders Ken Clark. Tammy Preszcator and Kay Gardener; Explorer leaders Cathy Mann, Margaret Cole and Dorothy Brintnell: Scout leaders Tom Bailey Les Gardiner and Bill Stebbins. The children's story was en- titled "The Kind of Labels We Wear" and Mr. McDonald us- ed canned goods off the store shelf as illustrations for his message. The choir, with Belva Fuss at the organ, sang "Jesus, Thy Church with Longing Eyes." The groups all stood and said their pur- pose and a special Scout hymn was sung by the congregation. Mr. McDonald's sermon was on Building on Bedrock. he spoke of the building of a sound foundation. Ushers for the day were Ron Riley, Doug Kyle. Jim Parsons, and Lorne Gackstet- ter. Dorothy Brintnell greeted the congregation and everyone was reminded that next Sunday would be Bap- tismal Service in the morning and Ker. and Doris Potter. recently returned from Australia would be showing their slides at the Evening Fellowship Service at 7:30 p.m. Following the service a time of fellowship was held in the Fellowship Hall with Don and Elaine Stebbins as hosts. GAY 1900s Re-enactment of an early 1900s council meeting was the highlight of Hensall's Heritage Day celebrations. Shown dressed appropriately for their roles are (back, left), Dick Packham, Betty Oke, Gary Max- well, Don Towton and (front) Jan Baker, Irene Davis, Harold Knight, Harry Klungel, Cecil Pepper and John Baker. SurnmerCanada'84 Let's put tomorrow's work force on the j ob to day. Everyone knows that summer jobs give students a chance to -� earn money to continue their education. But that's just part of the story. Summer employment is also the best way to get the kind of experience that makes it easier to eventually find a full-time job. Employers who hire students help to develop skills that will benefit them in the future. The Government of Canada will assist sponsors of Summer Canada Works projects with a con- tribution towards student wages and job-related overhead costs. YOU CAN HELP TO CREATE JOBS FOR STUDEN'T'S THROUGH SUMMER CANADA WORKS PROJECTS Summer Canada Works projects provide productive employment for local students. Projects should employ at least three local stu- dents and should produce goods or services to benefit the com- munity. All jobs must be full-time and rntlst last between six and 18 consecutive weeks during the summer. ARE YOTI ELi(;IBi.F. FOR FINDING? 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