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You've heard the saying, 4'm
sure, that words can move the
hand of God but suffering can
move the heart of- God, How
true it is that suffering sickness
is the prayer of all prayers. God
Must love the cheerful giver'for
the sacrifices that a sick person
has to 'make. But let us take a
look at suffering in a different
light. We will see that the suf-
fering the sick people have com-
pensations in their life.
You may have met those
people of deep faith who look
-upon their sickness as a gift
kora God. You've heard them
and seen..them shy away from
sympathy. Yes, they are the
• cines who keep`.saying, "Oh I've
so much for which to be.
grateful." They are the ones
know kn w life for what it is - a
time of trial, a time. in which to
prove love for God. Maybe its.
the 'extra grace, but it is in-
spiring to see their joyful accep-
tance of this shadow of Christ's
cross in life.
Perhaps they can teach us a
lesson that suffering is sup-
posed to teach, namer'y,•that the
purpose of life is to do God's
will in the circumstances in
which we find ourselves. We.
can serve God in sickness. as
well as in. health and possibly
better than in 'health because
we have that additional ele-
ment in sickness that we call
r.esigtiation. You've heard it
said that the1ight ' of 'our love
shines brightest in darkest
times,
The sick would be the first to '
tell, us not to pity therti. They'd
tell us" that they 'have things
going for them that we'd like
going for ourselves, They have.
Grad
David R. Million, son of Mr.'
and Mrs. Wm, Million,
Goderich, has graduated. from
Conestoga College, Dobn
Centre, Kitchener, where he
was' enrolled in the business
course, majoring 'in accoun-
ting. He received the highest
achievement award given in
his field.
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thein way of serving God and
we have ours. How often we'd
like, to call a halt to things for a
few days and .crawl into bed
'and sleep away for two full
days. And how often the shut-
ins would like to be able to ``
crawl out of bed and stand up
straight for two full days. And
so each of us carries what God
wants of us, and always in the
spirit that is his will and., by
doing his will we please him
and ultimately save our soul.
Think of another compen-
sation that the sick,would ask
us to consider. That's the
problem of having to earn a
-living. For most sick people
God provides that the money
problems be 'cared for in some
way. Yes, this accepting of help
calls for humility. -
.
Many shut-ins would find it
rewarding to take a sheet of
paper and draw up two °
columns, -one with the advan-
tages of being sick and another
with the disadvantages. And
those who have done this have
come out just about equal.
And yet we can't avoid the
fact that sufferng is not as
easily borne as health. Feeling
good is one of the joys of life. It
takes a fully integrated person
to see the material " and
spiritual as necessary parts of
life.
A _ Do you remember in one of
his letters St. Paul complains
to God about the sting, of the
flesh which seemed to be over-
powering
verpowering at times. And Christ
gave him an answer that we
can apply to all our 'difficulties
and sufferings. "My grace is
'sufficient for you; for strength
is made perfect in weakness" (2
Cor. 12; 9)
We should pray that we be
always ready to carry, whatever
God asks. That familiar prayer
is still, the best one, no matter
how tough a time We have,-
"Lord, I beg you not for a
-lighter cross but for a stronger
back."
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Several years ago when in
Washington, DC I visited the
National Art Gallery which I
think is the best on this con-
tinent. It's a large building,
several 'storeys high• and filled
with the' paintings of '•t'he
masters both old and modern.
Wanting to see all I could in
the short time I..t.ad, I flew
through the gallery trying to
absorb ev ;rything, pausing only
for a moment or so in front of a
picture that happened to catch
my attention by its 'bright
colors or unusual composition.
How disappointing it was to
return home, and trying to
recall, what I had seen remem-,
ber only a blur of colors with
the exception of one or two
paintings of which I retained a
faint impression.
A ,year or two later I went
' back to Washington and this
,time ..When I . returned to the
gallery with one. brief hour to
spend, I went to only one 'room
containing the works of a
favorite artist and viewed the
paintings on just one wall of
that room.
On this occasion .when I left
the building I carried away
with me a distinct impression
.of several beautiful .pictures
into which the genius -artist had
put the essence of his soul, and
I was greatly benefitted.
It strikes me that life is often
like that. Many 'rush through
never really experiencing the
finer, deeper, beautiful things.
They are attracted only by
bright flashes of color, the
jangling, clashing noise. They
press on to new thrills and new
stimuli never taking the time
that their wiser, friends do to
let some of the Creator's
beauty, calmness, peace and
quiet enter their lives.
It's much easier to whirl
through .life with your `eyes on
the shallow spectacle- of the
moment than it is to learn to
appreciate the deeper things of.
life. The latter takes discipline
but it leads our thoughts closer
to God.
It was St. Paul who said,
"...whatever is true, honorable,
just, pure, lovely, gracious, ex-
cellent—think of these" things."
Paul knew the .human mind
and character very well. He
suggests' we think of all things
.that are praiseworthy, and as
these are allowed to dwell in
our thoughts, they cannot help
but transform us into their •
likeness.
Burroughs put it this
way:
.• Think noble thoughts if you
would noble be;
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Pure thoughts yvill . make a
heart of purity;
'Kind thoughts will make you
good, and glad`thouhts gay,
For like your'thoughts your life
will be alway.
Whate'er is true and reverend
and just,
Think o'er these things, and be
like them you must;
Of good report, of lovely things
and pure,
Think, and your mind such nec-
-tar shall secure.
Think much of God and you
shall«like Him be,
In words of faith and hope and
charity;
Protect His irpage from all foul
abuse,
And keepthe temple holy for
His use.
Maple-Leaf;iODE
New member to take affirmation soon .
Maple Leaf Chapter •I.O.D.E.,
met May 7 at the home of Mrs.
M,.J. Ainslie with ati atten-
dance of 41 members and four
guests.
Mrs. Alvin McGee, The
Regent, presided', receiving
.reports from 'Recording
Secrel;ar'y Treasurer and
Assistant Treasurer.
The ,chapter agreed to con-
tinue the sponsorship of a
refugee child; Mrs. Rayner, of
the ,Services Committee asked -
that as much knitting as
possible be returned by the
June meeting.
Mrs, H. Murphy, Member-
ship Convener, spoke • of two
resignations from the chapter
which were , received with
regret. She asked several mem-
TO NE VE AR W L L Yeu though 1 walk through the volley
d the shadow of death, I shall Igor no
evil fur Thou art with me
• —23rd Psalm
EDWARD GRAHAM
WILLIAMS
Edward Graham Williams of
128 Victoria Street north,
Goderich passed away at
AlexandraMarine and General
Hospital in Goderich of May 8,
1974.a was 89 years -old.
Mr. Williams was born on
July'4, 1884 in Goderich Town-
ship, a son =of the late Charles
and Eleanor ,Williams.
He was well-known as a
manufacturer of cheeses and
butter in both Holmesville and
Fordwich.
On March 125, 1914, he
married the former Jennie.
Glew in Clinton. She survives
him."' The couple recently
celebrated their 60th weeding
anniversary:-
Mr.
nniversary:Mr. Williams was a member
of St. George's Anglican
Church and the -Masonic
Lodge, AF and AM, Number
84, Clinton.
Besides his wife, he is sur-
vived by one sister, Mrs. •:Jack.
(Dasie) Torrance of Goderich
Township.
Funeral services were
.from the Ball Funeral Home in
'Clinton on May 11, 1974 with
Rev. "G.G. Russell in charge.
'Burial was in Clinton'
Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Earl Williams, illiams, • Bob Beggert,
William Laithwaite, Charles
Haughton, James Keene and
Bruce Biggart. •
Flower bearers were Frank
Williams,' Don Stemp and Cliff
• Elliot;t, '
held
MRS. MABEL WE,STLAND
Mrs. Mabel '•(Rutledge)
Westland, formerly of4
Goderich, died at Huronview
May 9. She was 88.
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INSURANCE COMPANY
Established 1876 .
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HEAD OFFICE Seaforth, Ontario
Mrs. Margaret Sharp, Sec.
Treas. Phone 5?7-0400
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Fire, Extended Coverage, Wir�d-
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Liability, gtc. '
Directors and Adjusters:.
Wm. Alexanderb, Seaiorth
Robt. Archibald, R:R., 4, Seaforth
Ken Carnochan, R.R.4;-Seaforth
Ross Leonhardt, R.R,1, Bornholm
John McEwing, R.R,1, Blyth
Stanley M.cllwaln, R:R.2, Goderich
John Moylan, R.R,2, Dublin
Wm. Pepper, Brucefield
J. N. Trewartba,'Dox 661, Clinton
Agents:
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345-2234
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Sunday; May 19
Rev. Ron 'Curl
WE5tF1ELM — 2 P.M.
SPECIAL MUSIC
Rev. J. Berkley Reynolds
Dynamic minister of Ellesmere United Church, Toronto
HURON MENS CHAPEL $ P.M.
Evil Prevails When Good Men,DO Nothing
She was born August 28,
1885 in West Wawanosh Town-
ship to George and Mary (Cun-
ningham) Rutledge, She lived
in Detroit for five years and in
London • for 10 years before
moving back to Goderich. She
had been a resident of Huron -
view for„ about five years.
She was` a member of the
Christian Science Church in
London..
Her husband, Trueman
Westiand whom she married in
London, predeceased her
several year's ago. She is sur-
vived by several nieces and
nephews.
Funeral service was Satur-
day, May 11 at Stiles Funeral
Home with Reader W. A.
Wilson of London officiating.
Interment was in Maitland
Cemetery. •Pallbearers ' were
Wilmer Rutledge, 'Ross
Harrison, Lloyd Rutledge,
Doug Harrison, Howard Thom-
-pson and Lloyd- Raithby.
soo
biers to speak on behalf of
proposed members. Six new
members will take their affir-
mation in June.
- The Spring Luncheon Con-
vener, Mrs. B. Ainslie thanked
members for their enthusiastic'
6 -operation regarding this
special project. As well as a
financial success, such ac-
tivities tend to unify the Chap-
ter's interests, she felt.
Two. reports were given by
Mrs. J.H. Stringer. The Red
Cross Campaign , sponsored 'by
the 'Chapter, but aided by many
other volunteers, had raised
over $2700.
As Opportunity Shop'
treasurer, Mrs. Stringer repor-
ted good sales and moved,
seconded by 'Mrs. Garrow; that
$1000 be transferred to the
General Fund.
ntrodMrs. Roy Breckenridge In-
troduced
uced discussion re over
crowding at the Shop. The
Chapter agreed that until fur-
ther ' notice, only donations
from members could be accep-
ted.
Mrs. M: McGill introduced
Sgt. Mervin Witter of the:
Goderich Police' Department,
who addressed the group on
"The Drug Scene" From his
wide experience and specialized
study, both in Jamaica- and
Canada, Sgt. Witter gave a
most-informativespeech, men-
tioning that "drugs" are not a
new phenomena.
He elaborated 'on the reasons
.for dependency upon, chemicals
likedrugs or liquor, such as an
attempt' to .lessen depression, to
induce a euphoric state, to,
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SERVICES
escape reality, to be accepted by
a group. The - speaker men-
tioned a host of drugs from the
max -narcotics, hallucigants,
amphetamines and 'barbituates.
He spoke feelingly of the
vicious role of the "pusher", as
opposed to the freqyently
deluded and naive "user".
Samples" of drugs and drug -
taking devices were shown. Mr.
Witter made specific mention of
recognizable symptoms of drug
use' and of~'theaknown ill effects
of their abuse
A question and answer
,period followed the address.
Topics suchJas prevalence of
local, usage, the Laty and the
culprit, the ages of drug 'users
evinced interest in the subject.
Mrs. R. Breckenridge,
thanked Sgt. Witter on behalf
of the Chapter for his excellent
address and his practical
•
suggestion in dealing with this
social problem.
After Mrs. G. McManus had
thanked Mrs.. Ainslie for her
gracious, hospitality; refresh-
ments were served.
Bob McCALLUM
Representative
11 Cambria Rd., Goderich
Opportunity Shop
Wish to thank persons for their kind dohations in
the past. However, owing to overcrowding, until
further notice only donations from Chapter Mem-
bers .will be acceptable.
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Maple Leal Chapter J.O.D.E.
The family that prays together....Stays together
LUTHERAN' SERVICES
Robertson Memorial School
(BLAKE AND ELDON STREETS, GODERICH)
SUNDAY SCHOOL - 9:30 A.M.
WORSHIP SERVICE - '11 'A.M.
dPastor: Bruce Bjorkquist
333 Eldon Street, 524-6081
Therefore we conclude Ihut a man is justified by faith yvilhtiu1
the deeds of the law: llamas 3:28 '
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
(Baptist Convention of Ontario and Quebec)
MONTREAL STREET near The Square
n.. REV. W.H. MCWHINNIE F.R.G.S.
Organist: Mr. Frank Bissett
9:45 a.m.—Sunday School •
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship -
COME AND ,WORSHIP WITH US
ALL ARE WELCOME
The Free Methodist Church
Park St. at Victoria Pastor: H. Ross Nicholls
10:00 a.m. , Be part of a growing Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
7:00 p.m. Youth Meeting
Anyone needing burl transportation ',phone 524-9903
- Everyone' Welcome
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH
BAYFIELD ROAD AT BLAKE STREET
EVANGELISTIC— FUNDAMENTAL
REV. R. BRUBACHER, Pastor
1':00 a:rp. BIBLE SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES
For free bus transportation please call 524-9497
10:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE
6:30 Y.P. WORD OF LIFE CLUB
7:30 p.m. EVENING SERVICE
GUEST SPEAKER: REV. REGINALD SNELL • GUELPH, ONT.
Wed. 8 P.M: --"MISS CATHY BIGELOW" WILL SHARE WITH US
HER.PLANS OF GOING TO GHANA FOR SHORT TERM
MISSIONARY SERVICE. "
Welcome to the Friendly Church
KnoxPresbyterianChurch
THE REV, G. LOCKHART ROYAL, R.A. Minister
THE REV RONALD C� McCALLUM, Assistant
WILLIAM M. CAMERON, Director of Praise
SUNDAY, MAY 19, 1974
10:00 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Divine Worship
Sermon: "MYSTERY AND MIRACLE"
(Nursery & Junior Congregation)
Enter to Worship Depart to Serve
T'HE SALVATION ARMY
18 WATERLOO ST. S 524-9341
SUNDAY SCHOOL — 9:45 A.M.
FAMILY WORSHIP — 11:00- A.M.
EVANGELISTIC SERVICE — 7:00 P.M. .
WEEKDAY Home . League (ladies) Wed., 8:00 p.m.
Prayer' .& Bible Studies Thurs. 7:30 p.m.
OFFICERS - CAPTAIN G. HERBER - CAPTAIN M. McKENZIE
r "All . Are Cordially., invited to Attend"
Si. GEORGE'S CHURCH
SUNDAY, MAY 19, 1974
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Holy Communion at ' 8:30 a.m.
Morning Prayer and Sermon at 11 a.m,
Nursery and Sunday' School at 11. a.m.
Rector: Canon G.G.O Russell, B.A., B.D.
Choirmaster -Organist: Joseph B. Herdman
Come to a Growing Sunday School
If you need a ride, we have a Bus.
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Bethel Pentecostal Tabernacle
Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
CORNER OF ELGIN and WATERLOO STS.. .
REV. PETER G. ST DON, pastor
SUNDAY, MAY . 19, 1974
10:00 'a.m.-SUNDAY ,SCHOOL
11:00 a.m:-mbRNING SERVICE
7:00' p.m.—EVENING SERVICE
Tues. 8:00 p.m. BIBLE STUDY AND PRAYER
Friday 7:30 p,m. Youth, Service
"God putt Work 'Into your life; He expects you to put life into •
your work!"
For further information about church services call 524-8506 "
Victoria -Street- United Church
HOUSE OF FRIENDSHIP • REV. LEONARD WARR
10 A:M.—B1410 School For Ali Grades
11:15 A.M. 'Worship Service
Sermon: "SOWER - SEED - HARVEST"
BENMILLER UNITED:CHURCH
10 A.M. Worship Service and Bible School
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W--E--�L—C--O—M—E
Mrs. J. Snider
Victoria St. Organist
& Choir Director
Mrs Leonard Warr
• Benmiller `Pianist
& Choirs' Director
North Street 'United Church
REV. ROBERT L. RAYMQNT
SUNDAY, MAY 19, 1974
9:45 a.m. - 10 year olds and over
11:00 a.m. - Babies to nine year olds
11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship
Lorne H. Dotterel - Director of Music
Miss Clare McGowan • Asslatapt Viiitor
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