Clinton News-Record, 1987-12-09, Page 9The play Eli The Singing Shepherd was presented by members of the Vanastra Christian
Reformed Church at the church three times last week. This day time performance was
held for seniors on December 5. One performance was given for children's clubs, and
another was held for the general public. Here, Eli (right), played by Irvin Amoraal,
leads his fellow shepherds in a song and dance. (David Emslie photo)
Church collects gifts
By Blanche Deeves
MIDDLETON - Holy Communion was
celebrated in St. James' Middleton Anglican
Church Sunday morning with Rev. Aubrey
Bell officiating. Ron Greidanus played the
organ.
The children presented the White Gifts
which will go to Family Services. John Van
Der Haar presented the Sunday School col-
lection and Don Middleton presented the
offering.
ACW News
The ACW of St. James' will meet in the
church hall for their December meeting
with Estelle Wise in charge of donations.
On December 20 St. James' Children ser-
vice and pageant will be held with lunch to
follow in the church hall.
On Sunday afternoon Estelle and Ray
Wise, Edward and Lois Wise, Edward and
Blanche Deeves, four ladies from Goderich,
Mr. and Mrs. Chesney of Seaforth filled a
bus and travelled to Toronto to see the 16th
year of presentation of the Living Christmas
Tree.
This year the theme is Christmas in the
Country. The church Was filled, holding
2,200 people and two performances each day
making a total of eight performances.
Everyone enjoyed the program.
Christmas activities
planned for Auburn
Mr. Jack Young of Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs.
Stan McNall of Welland and Mr. Robert
Young of Stratford were recent visitors with
Ellen Johnston and Laura Phillips.
The Knox United Church Children's Con-
cert will. be held Saturday evening
December 19 at 8 p.m.
December 16 will be the UCW'pot luck din-
ner. It will be held at Knox United Church at
12 noon. Bring your husband or a guest.
Euchre Party
There were six tables in play at the euchre
party held at the Auburn Community Hall
on Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Winners were: Carol Daer (high lady),
Erma Cartwright (low lady), Len
Shrobrook (high man), Lillian Leatherland
(playing as a man - low man), Anne
Glousher (most lone hands - lady), and Mur-
ray Rollison (most lone hands - man) .
Euchre parties are held each Tuesday
night at the hall at 8 p.m. Everyone
welcome.
Knox Church
Rev. Snihur and4he children of the Sun-
day School and teachers conducted the mor-
ning service at Knox United Church.
The service started with carol singing
with Miss Lori Millian as pianist. During
this time, the Christmas tree was decorated
with ornaments from the congregation.
The introit was "Joy to the world" follow-
ed by the call to worship and "0 come all ye
faithful."
Last Sunday, the first advent candle was
lit by Mr. and Mrs. Elliott Lapp. Susan
Dobie lit the second candle of advent at this
service.
The children sang the hymn "Caroling,
Caroling" under the direction of Mrs. Allan
Webster and Mrs. Gordon Gross as pianist.
The presentation of white gifts and offer-
ing was received by Tyler Craig and Brian
Gross and dedicated. "Come Thou long ex-
pected Jesus" was sung followed by the
scripture readings. Carols "Gentle Mary"
and "Angels from the realms of glory" were
sung. The children gave the presentation of
"Christmas speech choir program" and was
shown on the screen.
Rev. Snihur thanked the children for their
work and he closed with the benediction.
CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1987—Page 9
Hensaii choirs are. part of service
by Brenda McCourt Pulham
Greeting congregationalists for the White
Gift Service at Hensall United Church was
Hazel Corbett. Ushers were: Ryan Kyle,
Scott Gould, Jeremy Reid, Mark Brock,
Angela Gould and Jonathan Corbett. Assis-
tant pianist was Derick McGee.
Reverend Doug Wright officiated and lit
the second Advent candle. Scriptures were
read by: Angela Gould, Janet Tracquair,
Lori Gould, Janine Hayter, Katie Rathwell
and Jonathan Corbett.
The joy of Christmas was celebrated by
the Junior and Youth Choirs sharing in
song: How Far Is It To Bethlehem, Bells
Are Ringing, The Gentle Donkey, The Stars,
Away In A Manger, Gloria Deo and He Is
Here.
The congregation appreciated the par-
ticipation of Karrie Consitt as Mary, Jason
Corbett as Joseph, and Bill Hayter, Darren
Zirk and Jeffrey Rathwell as wise men. The
25 shepherds and Angels, and 37 members of
the Junior and Youth Choirs rounded out the
service.
A special thank you to the more than 70
students for a beautifully presented service.
Working behind the scenes making this all
possible was Deb Wood - a special thanks to
her and all the moms and dads who helped
keep everyone on time. Everyone's efforts
are sincerely appreciated.
Reminders - Senior Choir will meet at the
church at 7:30 Thursday, December 10 this
week only; Bible Study will meet December
15 at 10 a.m. at the church; the Official
Board meets this Thursday, December 10 at
the church. The Executive meets at 7:30
p.m., Committees meet at 8 p.m. and full
Board at 8:30 p.m. This meeting will be
followed by a Christmas fellowship time.
Don't forget the Explorers Christmas Pro-
gram: Sunday, December 13, at 2 p.m. -
Music, Recitations and lots of fun for
everyone held in the Fellowship Hall.
HENSALL PLACES THE PUCK
On Wednesday, December 2, Hensall
novice once again proved victorious, this
time against Blyth, finishing 8-1. Goals
scored for Hensall were Mark Bell -4, Brad
Hartman -1, Graham Keys -1, Greg Keys -1,
Brock Weiss -1, and Eric Groot also proving
to be a valuable asset in goal.
On Friday, December 4, Hensall Tykes
travelled to Exeter for an exhibition game.
Hensall dominated the game 21-0 with
marksmen Jeff Solway 6, Ryan Munn 4, Jeff
Campbell 3, Jonathan Campbell 3, Paul
Cooper 2, Ben Rimmelzwaan, Jimmy
Seaton and Jeremy Willert with one each.
On Saturday, December 5, Hensall Tykes
were once again on the ice, this time hosting
Bayfield. Hensall lit up the scoreboard 4-0.
Jeff Rathwell recorded his second shut -out.
Scoring for Hensall were: Jeff Campbell -2,
Ryan Munn -1, and Paul Cooper -1.
CHURCH WOMEN'S REPORT
The Christmas meeting of Unit 3 United
Church Women was opened with the poem
"The Heart Takes Wing at Christmas
Time".
Mary Brintnell conducted the worship
which took the form of Alie.Christmas Story
interspersed with Christmas carols.
Members and guests answered the roll
call by naming their favorite Christmas
carol. A thank you card was read from 011ie
Cooper. A report was given on another suc-
cessful bazaar.
Dorothy Parker was in charge of the pro-
gram and read a Christmas story entitled
"The Prodigal Father" as well as a Mission
letter.
Christmas songs were sung by Dorothy
Parker and Cathy Parker, and Vera Ross
performed several seasonal piano
selections.
The Secret Pals revealed their identity in
the gift exchange followed by a lunch served
by the social committee.
UNIT IV
Unit IV's Christmas meeting was opened
by Nan Britton with thoughts of those things
people must remember at Christmas. The
Devotion was read by Mary Roobol as well
as a closing prayer. Mary gave her report as
Card Convenor on the work she does all
year. A poem read by Hilda Payne was a
treat for her listeners. Elva Forrest gave a
concise treasurer's report, and partook in
expressing the unit's love and respect held
for Nan Britton for her 10 years of duties.
Dorothy Mickie presented Nan with a gift.
Nan expressed her sincere appreciation of
the support given to her unit and herself.
Carols were heartily sung followed by a
feast of Christmas cake and cookies served
by Eileen Ramie and Evelyn Flynn.
SOCIETY MEETS
The Christmas meeting of the Hensall
Horticultural Society occurred in Hensall
United Church on Monday, November 30.
The speaker was Carol Steckle, whose topic
was Christmas flowers, which proved in-
teresting to all.
The rest o1`: the evening was composed of a
sing -song with Bill Gibson on the piano, the
arrival of Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus
followed by a delicious lunch. An enjoyable
night for all!
SHUFFLEBOARD
Shuffleboard scores for Tuesday,
December 1 were: ladies' high, 011ie Essery
391, Pearl McKnight 248, Beatrice Richard-
son 197. Men's high scores were: Alf Ross
406, Howard Johns 392, and Dave Woodward
353.
SPIRIT IN HENSALL
Villagers of Hensall met in front of the
Town Hall under a light dusting of snow for
the second annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Ceremony, December 4.
A warm welcome was issued by Reeve
Jim Robinson, followed by a seasonal
message from Reverend Douglas Wright of
Hensall United Church who was invited to
speak by the Hensall Business Improve-
ment Association.
A festive air was created by Hensall
Public School Senior Choir who under the
direction of Mr. Steve Revington sang: Here
Comes Santa Claus, Silver Bells, and We
Three Kings.
The crowd joined in a countdown shouted
out to the Nursing Home residents so they
could share in the moment the tree was lit.
Mr. Robinson extended thanks to Hensall
and District Horticultural Society for their
kind donation of the tree which now stands
outside the Town Hall.
St. Nick visited and distributed candy
canes to the little ones and filled the night
with wonder.
KINSMEN AND KINETTES
The Kinsmen received a huge box of toys
over the weekend for the Christmas Bureau.
Jeff Reaburn did a commendable job of
organizing the event. Thanks to all who
contributed.
The Kinettes were successful in their sale
of poinsettias over the weekend. Some are
still available at Allen's restaurant. The
money goes towards Cystic Fibrosis.
Thanks to Jan Hoover and all who par-
ticipated and supported the cause.
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