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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1984-05-16, Page 21• • Cliurek�s mark Mosheri per with spec/a/ messages in Aood attendance was out for the Mother's Day service on Sunday morning. Preceding the message, Rev. Peebles sang "My Mother's Prayer" accompanied on the organ by Adella Gebel. "Messages from God" was Rev. Peebles' title as he ex- plained that we need a chart and compass to follow; when we fail to follow them, we get in trouble. God gave us pray- ing mothers in our homes and he said "I am here because my mothers' prayers have followed me." We should all follow God. The scripture was read by Beulah Holt. The choir sang "Happy Home" with Karen McKay taking the solo part. A dog named "Faithful" was the children's story, wherein by the dog being faithful to responsibilities, he saved two men's lives. We too can be faithful in our daily There's a new breed of television watchers out there. No, I'm not talking about those poor idiots who have been watching four hours of "Three's Company" daily -- those folks aren't a new breed, just a strange breed. No, the new breed I'm talk- ing about are the folks who have video recorders. These people aren't being tortured -with continuous "Three's Company" -- no, they are very selective viewers. We are just beginning to see the effects of the video recorder on society. It started with the stores, where you could rent the recorderand take home a couple of movies- for the weekend. Soon, the idea of driving to London for dinner and a show became ob- solete. I'm sure that the take- out restaurants ( fried chicken, pizza or chinese food) are having a business boom in conjunction with the increase in use of the video recorder. Now when you glance through the entertain- ment section of Friday's paper. you don't note the times of the movies at the theatres -- no, you make a list of the movies you want to see when they come out on tape. When you buy a video recorder, you might as well get the popcorn maker at the same time. Your evenings at the theatre are over. The video recorder may just account for an even greater number of working women. Now you can work all day. while your recorder tapes your favourite soaps. I know one young lady who hur- ries straight home at five o'clock to watch her soap opera, before her husband gets home at six. Unfor- tunately, she hasn't yet figured out how she's going to keep up on the events on "The Price is Right". The video recorder is also responsible for cementing Mary's musings By Mary Alderson relationships. Another devoted young lady I know sits beside the television each week and tapes "Hill Street Blues" for her boyfriend while he plays hockey. After the game he gets to watch his favourite program with all the commercials removed. He is now the proud owner of a complete "Hill Street Blues" library. This is indeed a valuable possession because not everyone can tune in Wingham stations on their television in order to see that popular program. When the London station dropped "Hill Street Blues" many of us thought that would be the last we'd see of that show. If you're lucky enough to know these people, you can borrow the tape and see eight week's worth of "Hill Street Blues" in one sitting. Believe me. by .the end of the day, you're growling like Mick after wat- ching that tape. You can tell a true-blue video watcher because they are never up on their com- mercial slogans. For exam- ple, if you said "Kids can't wait" or "I'm gonna get you with my Kodak disk," they wouldn't know You you're talking about. You see; they spend all their time zapping commercials. They sit back in their recliner chairs, wat- ching the program they taped the other night (On Golden Pond was on one channel, so you watched that and taped Chariots of Fire which was on another channel). And they pick up their remote controls and fast -forward right by tille advertisements. You can also tell if someone has a video recorder at home, if they are humming Christmas tunes in mid- February. You see, they are just getting around to wat- ching all those Christmas specials they taped in December. lives and at home, school and la p Flowers in the church were in memory of Mrs. Eva Gill, by her family. The Hendricks greeted the congregation and Sharon Miller gave out flowers to mothers. Catholic Pastor Morrissey celebrated all weekend masses, with his sermon be- ing based upon the gospel of the good shepherd whose sheep know his voice. Modern inventions like the telephone and radio have enabled the human voice to be heard world-wide until we're near- ly drowning in a sea of voices. How do we recognize the voice of Christ? Jesus return- ed no insults or rebukes, He never critized. He raised His voice in anger only when seeking justice for others and He offered encouragement to those who were burdened and asked for help for the needy. By His voice in others, will you know Him. Father Morrissey wished all mothers a happy day. Each bulletin contained a lovely little prayer book for each lady in the parish. The five men who were or- dained to the holy priesthood last week, for the Diocese, spent a few days in Oakwood Park at Father Williams' cot- tage. A day was spent visiting with Father Morrissey. We pray that Christ will bless them with many years of ser- vice in his v' yard. Sunday was' world day of prayer for vocations. Chris- tians are invited to reflect on the meaning of God's call, in which God asks people to serve Him and work for the spread of His Kingdom. The whole Christian community shares the responsibility for fostering vocations. Families with a lively spirit of faith, love and reverence, con- tribute greatly to His work. You'll like it The Beaconaires met on Monday, with all 28 members enjoying a carry -in supper. Mrs. Irene Read chaired the meeting; devotions were taken from Samuel 24:1-8. The theme was "Try it, You'll like it". Two hymns were sung,"He Needeth Me and My Jesus I Love Thee". Guest speakers, Mr. and Mrs. Amos Martin, Parkhill, showed slides of their trip to Zaeire, Africa. While there, they donated their time help- ing the missionary stations by setting up a computer -type setting machine and having it operate in a controlled at- mosphere. It was very in- teresting to see the beautiful scenery and how the people lived and worshipped in that part of Africa. Mrs. Read thanked their guests and Mrs. R. Simpson 20% Off Ben Moore Interior $ Exeferior Top of Line Paint 3O% Off all Vertiflex and Woven Wood Window Shade orders 5O%.ff Stock ir/ Wallpaper Super Buys on Instock Carpet and (A4mstrong Solarian and Vin closed the meeting with a prayer. Church otf God The women of the Church of God met on Thursday with 15 in attendance. Lucille Vincent chaired the meeting. A study entitled "Created in God's Image" was led by Irene Read. Nine youth girls presented "Perfect Love", a skit directed by Debbie STAFF READIES — The harbour is getting busy again in Grand Bend and these four people will be responsible for the municipal docks, launch ramps, gas pumps and other activities at the harbour building this season. From the left are.Rob Grat- ton, Roxanne Woods, Susan McClure and harbour master Steve Riddell, • N... f ....;OSS Snowfall suspends soccer match with locals leading Wintry weather conditions were responsible for a slowdown of activities of two Grand Bend soccer clubs, Sunday afternoon. The Grand Bend Ausable league team was leading. Lucan 5-0 when the game was called at half-time because of a snowfall. Bill Mennen led the Grend Bend scoring with a two goal effort. Scoring in single fashion were Rob Mennen, Joe Mommersteeg and John Van Leuwen. The Grand Bend Colonials game in Mitchell against St. Columban was postponed when the referee failed to show, but, one Colonial player said he thought the game would have been called because of the snow if a referee had arrived. Sunday, the Colonials will be at the West Williams field at 4 p.m. to take on Chatham in a Level Cup one game. Personals Karin and Frank have returned from an enjoyable trip to Hong Kong, Macau, and Red China. The Women's Institute will meet on May 24 at 7:30 p.m., when the topic will be Citizen- ship and World Affairs, with Evelyn Krueger. A special thanks to a group of ladies who cleaned the United church kitchen on May 9. A total of $3,139.50 was col- lected by Grand Bend volunteers, f s the Canadian Cancer Society this year. Area campaign captain, Lynne Desjardine, would like to thank all 28 ladies who Area lady elected to Catholic position The London Diocesan con- vention was held on May 8 and 9 at the Canterbury Inn, Sarnia, with almost 400 ladies attending the sessions. They heard key -note speaker, Mrs. Jean Mahoney, the National CWL president from Sakkat- chewan. Mrs. Mary Brown addressed the ladies on the subject of pornography. On Wednesday, elections were• held and Mrs. Helene Regier, Mt. Carmel, became past -president, with Mrs. Frances Vrooman assuming the office of Diocesan presi- dent. Over 700 women and priests attended the banquet and mass on Wednesday evening with auxiliary Bishop, Marcel Gervais, as guest speaker. The Grand Bend CWL was well represented by Mrs. Madelaine Dalton. Mrs. Toni Vanderberk and Mrs. Annie Baltessen, who attended both days. Mrs. Lia Vandenberk, Mrs. Roberta Walker, Mrs. Wilma Smeekens and Mrs. Angie Backx, along with Father Morrissey, joined everyone on Wednesday. At the regular meeting last month, articles were assembled for the September 1 draw. Mary Spindler donated a beautiful afghan. The Parkhill CWL are invited to attend the Day of Recollec- tion. On May 27, conf. plaques will be presented to 14 children from Mt. Carmel and St. John -Fisher Schaols. The meeting was adjourned and everyone enjoyed a wine and cheese evening, with prizes donated by the ex- ecutive of the CWL. Village Flea Market Saturdays, May 26 to September 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Buyers and Vendors welcome. Phone 238-2396 or 238-2407. Wondergrove Roller Rink 23 Main St. Grand Bend donated their time to this cause, especially Anita Grat- ton, new volunteers and all who donated. Many area residents have been salmon fishing the Port Franks area with good luck being reported. Grand Bend Nursery School Registration will be on May 23 only. Squirt soccer practice Marts Monday, May.14, 7:00 p.m. New• coaches l.elen Vlemmix and Patti Green. Mytes softball practice Fri- day, Evening 6-7:00, ages 8-10 yrs. Coach Cam Anderson. • Wilson. The girls, led by Marilyn MacGregor provided a tasty lunch. On Saturday, 22 youths and leaders travelled to Wheels Inn, Chatham, fora fun day of fellowship. They were joined by the youths from Kitchener. Pastor Campbell's message on Sunday morning was on the attitudes for the family, based on Psalm 1:1-3. Sharon and Mark Laye dedicated their baby, Mark Jr. to the church. Marion and Lori Steckle sang "Plenty of Room in the Family". Each mother was presented with a garden plant. Good Shepherd Sunday Being Good Shepherd Sun- day, the Anglican congrega- tion heard a sermon based on John 10:1-10. Rev. Sutton pointed out that with faith in Jesus, our Shepherd, we are given hope and strength in the midst of darkness. Also, being Mother's Day, Rev. Sutton in explaining to the children the role of a shepherd, likened mothers to Shepherds who endeavor to guide them and encourage them in their dai- ly lives. Mr. and Mrs. Larry Walsh welcomed everyone at the door and Mrs. Lillian Best servied refreshments after the service. U.C.W. Thursday afternoon, the UCW was held in the Sunday' School rooms at the United Church with 25 ladies attending. Norma Carey led the call to worship followed by a varie- ty of poems on sharing burdens, smiles, springtime and mothers. Some old familiar hymns were sung with Nola Love playing the piano. Guest speaker, Paul Turn- bull, was introduced by Elizabeth Adams. Turnbull gave a live presentation on Arc Industries in Dashwood. He claims that speaking to groups helps to raise the level of understanding of handicap- ped people. Some of the work they perform, consists of making flags for drainage contractors, baking goods to sell, housecleaning, lawn care, woodwork and shipping crates. They are taught to tell time, banking, and the value of money. Once a week, a friendship program is offered Times -Advocate, May 16, 1984 Page 9A word and song at the Exeter United Church, which many attend. Elizabeth Norris chaired the business and everyone answered the roll call with a craft for the summer sale. A woman of the Bible and something about her was answered. Thank you notes from the to • Bible society for used stamps, and the Alcohol and Drug Concerns for the money dona- tion, were noted: Westminister weekend will be held on June 1, 2 and 3 in Lon - doh; and Alma College days will be on August 19-22 this year. Lunch was served at Alma Prance and Iva Latta. By MRS. HUGH MORENZ John and Linda Wuerth at- tended the wedding, 'Satur- day, of their cousin Karen Thompson to Mark Turnbull at St. Andrews United Church in London. A reception follow- ed at the London Art Gallery at which time John was Master of Ceremonies. John's brother, Steve Wuerth, of Calgary and his fiancee Cindy visited with them Sunday. Becky, Sarah and Amanda had visits with their grandparents Ray and Willa Wtierth, Exeter, and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hern, of Woodham, on the weekend. Mrs. Mary Dietrich spent a couple of days last week in London visiting with Ted and Kay Dietrich and other relatives. Lisa Martin, of Crediton visited on the weekend with her cousin, Michelle Vincent. Sandra and Jim Campbell, Kim and Kelly, of Exeter, were Sunday night supper guests with Sandra's parents, Milt and Eva Sweitzer. Ella and Michelle Desjar- dine visited Sunday with Clara and Alvin Statton, at Grand Bend. Don, Sharon and Jamie Baker attended the funeral, Saturday of their aunt, Mrs. Dorothy Bathgate, in Detroit. 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