HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1996-03-20, Page 11Walkathon donation
The Exeter Lions Club donated $2,000 to the Exeter Optimist Club to help them kickoff
the Annual Optimist Walkathon for Childrens Hospital in London. This is the first time the
Optimists will coordinate the event which was previously known as the Stephanie -Lynn
Skinner Memorial Walkathon. The fundraising event is scheduled for April 28. Bob Gehan,
treasurer of the Lion's Club, centre, passes a cheque to Optimist Club President Mark
Heimrich, left; and Vice President Bill Dinney, far right.
Times -Advocate, March 20, 1996 Page 11
Network
hopes
to keep
drivers on the
road
OTTAWA - The Ontario Motor
Vehicle License Issuers Association
(OMFLIA) wants to keep licensing
Ontario's drivers and vehicles in
the event of a strike by Ontario p
The OMVLIA represents a pri-
vate network of small business peo-
ple authorized by the Government
of Ontario to provide driver and ve-
hicle licensing services to Ontari-
ans.
The majority of OMVL'IA mem-
bers have indicated that they would
like to remain open during normal
business hours in the event of a
strike.
''The Association appreciates the
situation of Ontario's public ser-
vants, but we have the interests of
our clients to consider as well, "
continued Wilson.
Private issuers employ approxi-
mately 1,300 people. They have
been operating in Ontario for more
than 75 yeas in every region of the
province.
Nairn congregation ready to move ahead
NAIRN - Eight years ago, the Nairn Mennonite Church formed a com-
mittee to explore the facility needs of the congregation. The first intent
was to restore and renovate. The chief concern was accessibility, but there
was also need for some major repairs and a concern about the health risks
with so many bats inhabiting the space between original and lowered ceil-
ing. It was not long until it became clear that such a project would be pro-
hibitive in cost for the small congregation. A new building became the ob-
vious alternative, since the cost of this would be less than the former.
At a recent congregational fleeting, the members of the church reached
a consensus to proceed with the'construction of a new building. in a subse-
quent meeting, the Building committee chose Van -Del Construc-
tion as Project Manager. Norman Smith, chairperson of the
committee since its conception says the congregation will act
as the contractor through the bpilding committee. a volunteer
coordinator will synchronize the utilization of volunteer la-
bor in order to cut costs. The congregation is not restricting
itself to members only for this aspect of the project. The
community and surrounding churches are invited to lend
their skills if they desire. Construction of the $600,000 t
building is anticipated to begin mid-April or May, with
col.letion in five orsix months ' '
ith the decision in 1993 to proceed bn plans for "a'nesk building, there
wasalso agreement that at least 75 per cent of the estimated cost should be
raised before actual building began. 'The congregation at once began it's
fund raising efforts. "A talent project, where members of all ages were giv-
en a ten dollar bill and asked to use it to make money for the building
fund, not only brought forward some creative ideas, but subtly gave own-
ership to each one who took part. Fro* there the enthusiasm grew.
A well-received quilt exposition was held in the fall of 1994, bringing
people from a wide area. Ruth Arnel and her committee have a second one
in the planning stages for the fall of 1996. Several garage/produce/bake
sales were also held, one in conjunction with the quilt exposition.
A most successful and outstanding event was "Autumn Ballads" an eve-
ning of fine dining with Michael Burgess and Doug Riley as special guests
providing thrilling entertainment. This gala ,affair was organized by the
young adults of the church. All who attended the occasion in the beautiful-
ly, decorated second floor of the Ailsa Craig Town Hall hada memorable
experience - some even remarking that they had to pinch themselves to
make sure they were still in Ailsa Craig! The profits from this evening
alone exceeded $6000.
The "Spirit of Christmas" event held the past two years also brought a
good response from the community. Marty and Bertha Wolf who orga-
nized this, were pleased with' area florists who put fantastic and elaborate
displays in the sanctuary. 'Along with Christmas music, and the chance to
sit down to coffee, tea and goodies afterward, the display was a welcome
retreat in the days before Christmas. Crafters in the enjoining gym pro-
vided their wares to the public as well. To keep the congregation's needs
in perspective with wider community and world needs, many organizers
decided to share a tithe of the profits with other projects of worth. If this
was the case, it was well publicized as such. The Spirit of Christmas was
true to its name as opportunity was given to contribute canned goods for
the area Food Bank.
Thanks to all of these efforts, along with a large amount raised by out-
right givings and pledges, the 75 per Gent target has been surpassed. Mary
Mae Schwartzentruber, pastor of the church, says, "the first generation of
our young congregation, now mostly gone from among us, were vision-
ary about serving God and various community needs. Thanks
to their extreme hard work and their relationships across de-
nominational boundaries, we have had a head start in terms
of both capital funds andunity with oar neighbors. In our re-
cent efforts, we have bean thrilled with the interest and sup -
rt of our co unit , ancl we an " ihank:you In response to that sup-
poit, tfie congregatr'olr is plannln'"g a June opeh horse and tea and a service
of celebration and closure in regards',to the church house. All will be in-
vited, - those who attended the church, whether in its Prebyterian or Men-
nonite days, or whose parents or grandparents used to attend; those to
whom the building is a familiar sight in the community; or those who are
just curious. All will be welcome to come celebrate its service and say
farewell to the edifice erected in 1881 by the Presbyterian and bought in
1948 by the Mennonites.
The Nairn congregation anticipates a busy year ahead. Members are or-
ganizing schedules and holiday time in order to help with the actual
building, as well as clean-up work. The new building committee chairper-
son John Bender and volunteer coordinator Norm Smith, former chairper-
soh, say they are hopeful that people from the surrounding area will par-
ticipate in the effdrt, and come to know that the church is not just for
"Mennonites" but a place where they can find Christian community; a
place to connect with people, practice faith and their walk with God. Pas-
tor Schwartzenbruber adds that it is the church's desire to see their new
facility contribute to the enrichment of the tradition of Christian service
and good relationships so they can boldly face the twenty-first century
with its new demands and gifts.
VON services explained at South Huron Hospital meeting
EXETER - The regular meeting
of South Huron Hospital was held
Tuesday March 12.
Donna Paynter President chaired
the meeting which opened with 0
Canada followed by a' reading
"Signs of Spring". The minutes
were read and adopted. The treasur-
er's report by Vera Armstrong.
Mary Fisher introducted the guest
speaker Mary Morley who is the
V.O.N. for Exeter and surrounding
communities. She showed a video
to give a little background and his-
tory of the V.O.N. service. The'
V.O.N. will celebrate 100 years of
service in 1997-98. They came to
this area in 1908. Their services are
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contracted by Home Care.
A'case manager assess's each pa-
tient. About 90 per cent of the
work of the V.O.N. is with the eld-
erly. They work with the diabetic,
those with psychiatric and respira-
tory problems, do dressings, sup-
port for new mothers and foot care
for their patients. They set ue• the
medication for those with Home
Care, the care person can not pour
the medication, but sees the pa-
tients take their medication.
Their focus is to promote health,
and help the elderly stay indepen-
dent, by giving them an alternative
to institutional care and remain in
their own home with Home Care
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Donna Paynter thanked Morley
for a very interesting and informa-
tive talk and was presented with a
gift.
Committee reports were given
and business dealt with.
Marian Deline was the winner of
the mystery draw.
The buying committee showed
the new smocks purchased for vol-
unteers. A special request to all
who volunteer at the hospital to
please wear a smock.
Anyone who would like to volun-
teer at the hospital, the contact per-
son is Judy McCloud.
i Members were reminded of the
Spring Regional on Monday April
4 in Guelph, to be held at the Cot-
ton Club.
The spring rummage sale is April
17 and 18.
A reminder to all committee con-
veners to prepare a report, on three
ting paper in triplicate for the April
meeting.
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