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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-12-09, Page 7Christmas meeting held by UCW By Dora Shobbrook LONDESBORO - The Burns UCW meeting was held on December 2 with 20 members present. As it was a Christmas meeting, the group met at the home of Clara Riley and then went to the Hill Crest Restaurant for a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. It was served by the owners, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Brunkard. Following dinner, the group went back to Clara Riley's for their meeting. Beth Knox was in charge of the meeting and she opened it with a poem. Kay Konar- ski then gave a Christmas story, and this was followed by the Christmas message from Rev. Snihur. Mrs. Rice then took over and roll call was answered. The minutes of the last meeting and the treasurer's report were given by Margaret Taylor. It wwas pointed out that the memebers should remember the shut-in. boxes. Rev. Snihur closed the meeting with a prayer, and an exchange of gifts followed. Dave and Caron were presented with a Christmas gift from the UCW. Beth thanked Clara for having the meeting and Dave and Caron thanked the UCW for their gift. Personals Mr. and Mrs. Jack Henderson of Vanastra and Mr. and Mrs. Ross Richer('Nen of Fv- Evening unit By Mrs. L. Stonehouse BELGRAVE - The Christmas meeting of the Evening Unit was held at the home of Laura Johnston December 1 with 24 present. During the business period it was decided to give $500 to the general fund of the church and purchase two crock pots for the kitchen. The roll call was answered by a favorite Christmas Carol. The Worship service and program consisted of Christmas stories, poems and carol singing. The following is the slate of officers for 1988: leader - Dorothy Logan; assistant leader - Mrs. George Procter; secretary - Mrs. Norman Cook; assistant secretary - Mrs. Gordon Bosman; treasurer - Mrs. Bert Johnston; social committee - Annie Cook and Mrs. Ross Anderson; community friendship - Laura Johnston and pianist - Mrs. George Johnston. The meeting closed with the benediction followed by lunch served by Mrs. Anderson and Mrs. Johnston. The executive of the Belgrave Branch of the Bible Society wishes to thank all those who helped in the recent canvass for funds. The total collected this year was $986.50, showing a slight increase over last year. Weekly Euchre Results Thirteen tables were in play at the weekly eter visited on December 6 with Jack and Helen Lee. Laura Lyon entertained her family for Christmas on November 29. Those present included Edythe Beacom, Murray, Shirley, Bradley and Deanna Lyon, Gort Collings, Bert and Joanne Lyone, Wayne, Jane and Justin Lyon, Ron, Kathy, Laura, Kerissa and A.J. Moes, and Calvin and Cheryl Bakelaar. Congratulations to Myrna and Eric Driscoll on the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Glenice Jean, born on December .2. She is a sister for Mellisa and Christopher. Muriel and Patricia Millson of Woodstock spent December 3 and 4 with Muriel's mother, Dora Shobbrook, and with Tricia's grandmother. Explorers The Explorers started their expedition on December 3 by singing the Explorer song and saying their purpose. They then had a $9 collection. Happy Bir- thday was sung for Linda Horbanik and Lindsy Anderson. For their craft they made Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus and some reindeers for their grandmothers. As well as their craft they practiced for a show they are putting on next Thursday for their grandmothers. ThPv enrdPsi the maatina with a anon donates $500 euchre which was held in the WI Hall December 2. Winners were: high lady - Mrs. Wilford Caslick; low lady - Janice Coultes; novelty lady - Pearl Shiell; lucky draw lady - Mrs. Howard Walker; high man - George Inglis; low man - George Carter; novelty man - Wilfred Walker and lucky draw man - Robert Grasby. There will be euchre again December 8 starting at 8 p.m. ACW News The December meeting of the Belgrave ACW was held at the home of Olive Camp- bell, opening with the meditation, read by president, Nancy Jardin. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and the treasurer's report showed a profit of $392 from the recent bazaar. The pot -luck supper and Christmas pro- gram will be held on December 23 at the WI Hall. A bale of four boxes have been shipped to Rev. Jacob Winter at Kasabonika, Christmas cards will be sent to the elderly and shut-ins. The election of officers resulted as follows; president - Mrs. Clarke Johnston, vice-president - Mrs. Robert Procter, secretary - Mrs. Alex Nethery, treasurer - Mrs. Harold Jardin. United Church News A large congregation attended the White Gift Pageant service at the United Church on December 6. Greeting members to the church was Reg Lawson, and the ushers were Tim Airdrie, Richard Burgsma, Sara Lyons and Theresa Knox. Sunday School pupils filled the choir loft and the juniors occupied the front seats. Rev. Snihur welcomed all and gave the call to worship along with the following an- nouncements. The flowers on the memorian stand were in memory of Harry Watkins and John Turner. The service on this day was conducted by Sunday School pupils and prepared by their teachers. On December 13 the tree will be un -trimmed so that members might put their pictures on it. The junior choir sang two anthems with Marsha Szusz as director and Deanna Lyon as organist. The white gifts were all brought to the front and put in a white box. The collection was also brought to the front. Rev. Snihur gave a short meditation, and he thanked all of the teachers and pupils. Following the service on December 13 the members will be sharing in their congrega- tion Christmas pot -luck dinner. Everyone is invited' to stay afterwards and enjoy this special time of food, fellowship and games. to church Several reading for winter and Christmas were given by Mrs. Clarke Johnston. Personals Mr. and Mrs. George Mitchell of Wingham held open house in the WI Hall, December 6 in honor of their parents Mr. and Mrs. Amos Smith who are celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary. Amos and Evelyn Smith operated the general store and post office in Belgrave for several years and now make their home in Wingham. Guests attended from: Toronto, London, Brussels, Ethel, Cranbrook, Belgrave and the Wingham area. Special thanks to those who assisted at the open house, Elizabeth Gower; Sharon Darlow and Kathy Saunders. Lisa Chapman of Bolton is visiting with her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Wightman. Calvin -Brick United Church held their an- nual pot -luck supper and Sunday School Christmas entertainment on December 5 in the Belgrave W.I. Hall. Carols were sung with Mrs. George McGee at the piano. The different classes of the Sunday School put on their skits and plays and at the end Santa arrived to distribute 54 candy bags to the children. dalton UCW celebrates 25 years Sixty-two former members and Walton United Church Women members gathered in the basement of Duff's United Church, December 2 to celebrate the 25th anniver- sary of the United Church Women. Presi- dent Marion Godkin gave a warm welcome to everyone. Grace was sung then all en- joyed a delicious smorgasborg. The first President of 25 years Annie Reid was honored with a birthday cake, as her 80th birthday came on that day, Dec. 2. Hap- py Birthday was sung to her, along with another member Melinda Johnson, who also had a birthday that day. A number of Christmas Carols were sung through the service with Marie McGavin as pianist. Prayer was said by Kathleen Williamson. Helen Craig presented a Christmas reading. Gloria Wilbee entertain- ed with Christmas music accompanied with her guitar. Scripture reading was given by Helen Williamson and Margaret Craig. Barb and Sarah Lamble sang several duets accompanied by their mother, Bonnie at the piano. The offering was received and dedicated. Marilyn McDonald presented a Christmas reading, Karen closed this por- tion with prayer. Marion Godkin took over for the business, reading a Christmas Poem. Marilyn McDonald read minutes of the last ex- ecutive meeting and the treasurer's report was given by Leona McDonald. The nomination committee report was given by Helen Craig and new programs were later given out. Olene Dennis gave the budget report. Annie Reid spoke briefly on the past 25 years and of the U.C.W. when it was organized. She then presented Leona with a gift as treasurer for the past 25 years. Marie McGavin presented Dorothy McNichol with a gift as she has moved to Seaforth. Not present were Mrs. Stevens and Mrs. Hoegy who have moved to Blyth. Leona McDonald presented Rev. Bonnie Lamble with a gift of money, thanking her for her leadership to the U.C.W. in the past year. Marion mentioned the beautiful plaque that was on display with all the past - Presidents' names on and gold bars to put future presidents, also a book was made up with all the past programs of the 25 years. Coming announcements to keep in mind are: the Sunday School Concert, December 13 and Christmas Eve Service, December 24 at 7:30 p.m. Karen Hoegy reported for the Social Functions that the Agriculture Society from Brussels wanted a Roast Beef Dinner for their annual meeting in Jan. It was moved to do so with date to be decided later. A tree will be be planted at the front corner of the church in the spring to commemorate the U.C.W. 25 years. Marion welcomed new President, Olene Dennis _ OFFICERS ELECTED FOR 1988 Past President - Marion Godkin; Presi- dent - Olene Dennis; 1st vice -President - Dorothy Sholdice, 2nd vice - not filled; 3rd vice - Maxine Houston; Corresponding & Recording Secretary - Marilyn McDonald; assistant - Marjory Humphries; treasurer - Leona McDonald, Unit leaders - Walton - Marie McGavin; Walton II - Kathleen Williamson. Nominations - Marie Godkin, Maxine Marks, Phyllis Mitchell, Margaret Craig, Marilyn McDonald, Audrey Hackwell. Communications Co-ordinator - Phyllis Mitchell, Marjory Fraser, Melva Fraser. Stewardship and Finance - Dorothy Sholdice, Doreen Harkwell, Leona McDonald. Leadership & Development - Viola Kirkby, Marie McGavin, Kathleen Williamson. Church in Society - Marie Coutts, Audrey Hackwell, Maxine Marks. Christian Development & World Outreach - Dianne McCallum, Mary Humphries, Heidi McClure. Archives - Edith Wey, Margaret Craig, Marilyn McDonaldn In church ser- vices, social functions - Karen Hoegy, Alice Searle. Music - Edith Wey, Marjory Hum- phries, Margery Huether, Marie McGavin. Auditors - Doreen Hackwell, Margaret Ben- nett. U.C.W. Representatives to Manse Committee of the Official Board - Leona McDonald, Pearl McCallum. U.C.W. representatives to Official Board - Olene Dennis. Communion preparation - Viola Traviss and Mary Humphries. CHURCH NEWS The White Gift Service was in the charge of Rev. Bonnie Lamble Sunday morning at Duff's United Church. Greeters were Howard and Audrey Hackwell. CLUB'S ANNUAL MEETING The Walton Area Sports Club met Wednes- day evening in the Library, with a very poor turn out of the community. Unless more in- terest in helping the committee the local ball park will not be able to continue. Joyce Marcuccio replaced Bev. Stevenson. LOCALS Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Marks, Brian and Blaine attended the graduation service Sun- day morning for Dwayne Pryce at Cavan United Church, Winthrop. Later returned to his parents home, Brian and Sharon Pryce for a turkey dinner, his other grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Harold Pryce also were present. Annie Reid spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Bob Machan and family and Laura Machan, Sarnia. Mr. and Mrs. Clint Emmrich and family entertained family members to a pre - Christmas dinner on Sunday. Those present were Paul and Florence O'Connor and Terry; Walter and Jenny Hendriks and An- drew; Ruthie Thamer and Richard Thamer, all of Kitchener, Aaron Jantzi of Dublin; John and Kim Thamer of London and Ruth Thamer, Walton. 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