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=focally -born evangelist Jack
West to speak in area Friday
Pastor Jerry M,acMillon, assures that
"Rev. Jack West is a man with a message."
He extends a warm welcome to the public to
hear Jack West at Bethel Pentecostal
Assembly on Friday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Rev. Jack West asserts "Society's only
hope of survival rests in a personal return to
faith in God." God is very much alive to
Rev. VVest. That is evident in his dynamic
preaching and in his sincere personal man-
ner-as
an-
neras he converses on topics of spiritual in-
terest. This six foot, four inch, Canadian
born minister is enthusiastic about..his life's
work. He has touched life at many points:
soldier, businessman, poet, world traveller,
evangelist, and pastor.
His autobiography, "From Log Cabin To
Pulpit", tells how it all began in the humble
log cabin birthplace in the county of Bruce,
Ontario. The memories of early youth are
mingled with struggles of poverty, shared
with a widowed mother, one brother and one
sister. There were other memories, too; of
becoming the first "King's Scout" in his
home town of Clinton, of painting his first
portrait in oils of Baden-Powell, the Chief '
Scout, and winning the half -mile run m Clin-
ton's High School meet.
Other books he has authored include "The
Day Death Died", "Poems of Power",
"They Call Him Mr. Braeside", and his
latest book, "The Garden City Miracle".
A life long ambition to become an artist
was channelled in a new direction when, to
put it in West's own words, "I found Christ
as my personal Saviour". The call to armed
forces in World War II did not diminish the
call to preach the Gospel. In England,
Wales, Holland, and across Canada, the
soldier was frequently heard in the pulpits
of various churches. Thousands of army
b iddies heard him speak in the open air ser -
vi c es of the war years. "Even in the Aleu-
ti, ns, we held services in the tents with the
boys. Winds were so severe there that tents
were blown down, and snow piled high with
sub -zero temperatures." Returning to
Canada from England in 1945, thousands of
homeward bound soldiers heard West, as
Gospel services were conducted on the deck
of the Queen Elizabeth. Following his
discharge in 1946, West operated a sign
business for awhile, but soon became involv-
ed in Evangelism through Eastern Canada
and the United States.
In 1949 he became assistant pastor in
Rev. Jack Wet
Hamilton, Ontario, at Central Tabernacle;
and in 1952 he commenced his work as
pastor in Springfield, Missouri. For nearly
twelve years he saw continuous growth in
his mid -western congregation; from an
unpretentious start with about 200 people, he
saw the attendance climb to a record of
more than 1,700. During his work there a
new half -million dollar church building was
erected with seating for over 1,600 persons.
He also conducted a radio broadcast and
telecast which reached a five state area.
In response to an inward conviction, he
entered the field of Evangelism and return-
ed to Canada in 1963. He was the first na-
tional speaker for the "Canada For Christ"
Crusades. Heard by large audiences in con-
ventions, camp meetings, and seminars, as
well as in the "New Life Crusades", Rev.
West continued to emphasize the need for
personal faith in God. Converts in the
crusades included drug addicts, alcoholics,
teenage gang members, and would-be
suicides. Frequently their testimonies are
featured in sermons.
In 1970 he preached to over 5,000 in Calcut-
Brucefield hosts rally
Canada and Huron County. In keeping with
the program theme "Bear ye one another's
burdens" Mrs. Fink told of the heavy burden
illiteracy is for people who for some reason
have never learned to read or write. and
how the volunteer teachers see the hand of
God at work when they are helping to
remove that burden from their students:
Jean Taylor of Bayfield thanked Mrs.
Fink for her message and all those who had
contributed to the excellent evening.
Secretary Mary Chessell read the minutes
of last year's meeting and 98 people
answered the roll call. Winnifred Dow gave
the financial report and the proposed budget
for 1985.
I,eila Finkbeiner reviewed several
available books and an invitation was
received and accepted from Egmondville
UCW to host the 1985 Rally.
Londesboro UCW received and dedicated
the offering which will be divided between
Mission and Service and an Emmanuel
Student.
The evening concluded with worship led
by Wesley -Willis UCW and President Joyce
Dowson gave the benediction.
BRUCEFIEILD - The 23rd annual East
Huron Regional Rally of United Church
Women was held in Brucefield United
- Church on October 1.
East Huron Regional President. Joyce
Rowson presided over the meeting which
began with a sing -a -long with Donna
McBeath at the organ.
Workshops were led by the Chairpersons
and committee members of Stewardship
and Finance, Church in Society, Leadership
Development, Christian Development and
World Outreach.
Barbara Moffat, President of Brucefield
UCW welcomed all to the meeting. First
Vic President of Huron -Perth Presbyterial
Alma Langford brought greetings and
announcements from Presbyterial. The
annual meeting is to be Monday, January 28
ill Wingham and the special Event eyeing in
St. Marys, April 15. This year the study is on
Kurea .
Beth Cooper entertained with several
solos.
Sheila Fink B.A. of Goderich was
introduced by Regional Vice -President Ruth
Axtmann. Mrs. Fink spoke on Illiteracy in
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ta, India. Other countries in his schedule in-
cluded Germany, Finland, Sweden, and
Australia. Recently he spoke to over 15,000
4n Seoul, Korea. His crusade schedule has
8ged over a million miles and has included
major cities in the United States, and
Canada, as well as overseas.
Married and the father of two daughters,
he has a deep concern for youth. Often he
directs his messages towards youth and
their problems of today. He also emphasizes
the healing ministry of Christ and offers
prayer for the sick.
From 1968 to 1977 he served as pastor of
Calvary Ten4le in South. Bend, Indiana.
The 1,200 seat auditorium, valued at over a
million dollars, housed a grade school,
Kindergarten, and Day Care Nursery. The
weekly telecast, "Christ Is The Answer",
featured Rev. West's messages to- an
estimated audience of 65,000 persons. Dur-
ing his ministry there, decisions for Christ
were made each week. The Sunday School
attendance reached a record of nearly 3,000
and a $200,000 mortgage was completely
paid off.
Since May of 1977 Rev. West has served as
pastor of Central Gospel Temple in St.
Catharines, Ontario. An all time Sunday
School attendance record of 4,663 was reach-
ed with a record bus ministry attendance of
3,106 established in April of 1980. A new
$250,000 wing was added to the building in
'77, with plans for expansion in the near
future.
Rev. West is also the Canadian director
for Church Growth International.
Residents hold- interest
in bowling andcrafts
I�URONVIEW' The van was available On
tober 17, for residents wishing to go on a
drive through the country. October 18 was a
busy day and in the morning, the vary was
available for outings.
Some residents have taken a keen interest
in bowling, and go in to the bowling alley in
Clinton, to try their skill at knocking down
the pins. Ladies from 2nd Floor are getting
into crafts, and making Christmas wreaths.
Jane Ladd and Evelyn Archer attended a
craft workshop at Milverton and brought
back new and interesting ideas.
Mrs. M. Prouty conducted Bible Study,
and led in the singing of hymns, held in the
chapel Thursday afternoon. The scripture
lesson was read by Olive McMillen. A
visualized memory verse taken from John
5:24 was given by Shirley Prouty.
Roman Catholic Mass conducted by
Father John Pinta, was held in the chapel on
October 19. In the afternoon, residents
enjoyed bingo. Rev. Norman Pick
conducted Sunday morning worship in the
chapel. There was a good attendance. A
bouquet of yellow, 'mums was placed at the
front of the chapel by Fran McLean.
Huronview welcomed Mabel Counter of
Clinton, who has come to reside at
Huronview. To the families of the late Belva
Taylor and Mary Jamieson, sympathy is
expressed.
October 15 was a busy day as final touches
Wiese applied to some of the articles that
would be on display at the bazaar.
Decorations in the auditorium were
completed and the room was very attractive
in autumn colours, that complemented the
theme off the Fall Tea and Bazaar. The
women of the Huronview Auxiliary presided
over the tea tables, and pouring tea were
Mrs. W. Lester, Mrs. Tim Collyer and Mrs.
Bowman.
Mary Gibbings welcomed everyone to the
festivities of the afternoon. The bake tables
with all its goodies, was a popular spot. This
fall there was more variety and quantity,
and naturally appealed to everyone. It
wasn't long until the table was empty of its
goods. Other tables displayed many useful
and practical items that would make gifts
for Christmas or any special event. There
were novelty articles too, that caught the
interest of the customers. The sales went
exceptionally well.
Muffins and tea biscuits garnished with
cheese and marmalade were served, and
added that extra touch, as friends and
neighbors chatted over the tea cups.
Edith Logan, a remarkable lady and
perhaps Huronview's oldest re:.ident, drew
the lucky tickets on the draw. Annie
McNichol, another resident, was the winner
of the handmade pillow, and the box of
groceries was won by Anne 'Narejko of
Goderich.
-yuesday evening, October 16, a supper
vias held at Wesley -Willis United Church,
for the blind people of this area. After the
meal, entertainment was provided by Marie
Flynn and orchestra. Those attending from
Huronview were Edna Cantelon, Greta
Lammie, Frank Crich and Jim Ruddock
accompanied,.by Pat Fields.
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