HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1977-12-08, Page 32PAGE 8A—GODERICH SIGNAL -STAR, THURSDAY. DECEMBER 8, 1977
Minister's son received
The greatest gift at Christmas
BY REV. A.C. YOUNG
(RETIRED)
What does Christmas mean
to you?
Now that the annual ob-
servance of the Christmas
season approaches once
again, we are confronted with
a rash of commercial sales
gimmicks, the hectic shop-
ping sprees, the frantic ad-
dressing of greeting cards
and writing letters to loved
ones and friends. Then there
are the preparations
associated with Christmas in
our homes, churches and
cgmmunities, Christmas is
the occasion when families
and friends get together in
happy fellowship.
But does not Christmas
mean much more than that?
Beyond all of these things, as
Christians, we should
remember the old, old story,
which is ever new of the love
of God, "Who sent His only
begotten Son into the world
that whosoever believes. in
Him should not perish but
have everlasting life".
The world into which the
Christ child was born was not
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essentially different from the
world of our day in many
respects. Two thousand years
ago people were just as pre-
occupied with the immediate
concerns of their day as we
are in ours.
When Joseph and Mary
arrived in the village of
Nazareth late that wintry
afternoon, worn and weary
from their long journey, few
people even noticed them and
still fewer knew anything
about the history -making and
world-shaking event that was
occurring in the cave -like
stable that night where Mary
and Joseph were obliged to
shelter because there was no
room for them in the inn.
ft was in this lowly place
that the baby Jesus was born.
He whose birth was to mark
an altogether new era in the
history of mankind came
unsung (except for the
heavenly choir), unknown
and generally unwanted by
men, but at the same time He
was sorely needed. Yes, in
due time God revealed
Himself and His LOVE for
man in this His GIFT.
Today as we• look out upon
the world, we are appalled at
what we see: the current
typhoons and tidal waves in
India; famine in Africa;
earthquakes in South
America; violence and
kidnappings and disregard
for law and Order. All of these
things are causing much
unrest and suffering to
countless numbers of people
in every quarter of our world
and especially among the
innocent poor. When the
terrible slaughter that has
been going on between the
Israelites and Arabs can be
suspended for the Christmas
season, why cannot peaceful
solutions to their problems be
found that are lasting'?
It was, as the heavenly-
choir announced, for peace on
earth and goodwill among
men that God revealed
Himself in Christ Jesus. It is
my firm belief that if we as
Christians will only accept
His Gift in the spirit He gives
It and hear His plea to,
"Come unto Me all ye that
labour and are heavy -laden,"
we shall have rest, peace, and
joy beyond measure.
The Volunteer Association of the Bluewater Centre held
their Christmas bazaar at the Centre on Wednesday,
November 30 and according to the organizers, a good at-
tendance was seen at the bazaar with the bake table being
the busiest spot. Pictured here,. left to right, are members of
the Centre's Volunteer Association, Jean Papernick, Grace
Patterson (President) and Violet Bridle, They are showing
off some wooden bird houses made by George Ross, the
father of one of the Centre's residents. Mr. Ross donated the
bird houses to. be sold at the bazaar. Peg McArthur of
Meneset Park was the winner of the quilt draw at the
bazaar and she donated her prize back to the Centre to help
with the proceeds. (stiff photo)
United Church supports bill
to outlaw child pornography
A private members Bill to
amend the Criminal' Code's
definition of pornography
received unanimous support
at the recent muting of the
Executive of the United
Church's Hamilton Con-
ference.
The Bill, which passed first
reading in the 30th session of
Parliament, seeks to outlaw j
child pornography and
clearly defines the term
"obscene Lack of a specific
definition has recently made
it difficult for Canadian
courts to register convictions
against the rising tide of sex -
oriented publications and
films.
Bill C-207, an Action to
amend the Criminal Code on
pornography, was presented
by James A, McGrath (PC)
MP for St. John's East.
Dr, George D. Young of
Paris Ontario, President of
Hamilton Conference, said
there were two main reasons
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for supporting the new
legislation.
"The current saturation of
our society with pornography
is an attack on basic human
values. We are particularly
concerned about the apparent
exploitation of children in
certain publications."
• Supporting Mr, McGrath's
initiative was ". . . an ef-
fective way for the Church to
speak out for healthier at -
on -Perth Presbytery meets --
Huron-Perth Presbytery of
the United Church of Canada
met in the United Church at
Grand Bend on Tuesday
November 22 with chairman
Rev. John Oestreicher
Clinton' in the chair.
A highlight of the meeting
was the reception of one
candidate and One intended
candidate for the ministry of
the United Church. The
candidate is Mr. Robert
Wittmer who has been ser-
ving with his wife in Japan.
He is now a student at
Emmanual College in
Toronto.
The intended candidate is
Peter Snell. Mr. Snell is a
mature person with ex-
perience as a teacher. He is
the son of the Rev. Harold
Snell of Exeter and is now
attending Western Univer-
sity. heard the
The Presbytery
Rev. Raoul Quammie of
Florence, Ontario speak
about the work of the church
in the Caribbean. Mr.
Quammie is himself from
that area.
He pointed out that the
United Church purpose in
world mission is "to share in
Christ Jesus" and he con-
tinued that the .church has no
mission' in ,traditional terms
now. He was referring to the
fact that in all instances
people are sent by the United
Church in response to
requests from the local areas
District man dies
titudes towards sexuality,"
he said.
Church members are being
encouraged to write their
Members of Parliament,
expressing support for the
Bill.
Hamilton Conference
represents more than 300
congregations of the United
Church of Canada from the
Niagara Valley to the Bruce
Peninsula.
Angua Mark Chisholm of
Benmiller died suddenly on
Monday, November 28 in
Benmiller at the age of 68.
He was born on July 24, 1909
in Apple Hill, Ontario to
Theresa (McGillis) and
Archibald Chisholm.
He was retired from the
C.P.R. Department of
Investigation in London.
He is survived by his wife
Frances (Gardy) ; two sons,
Archibald Mark and James
Gabriel, both of London; two
daughters, Pauline Mary of
Toronto and Martha of
Chatham; two brothers, Colin
of Cornwall and John of
Vancouver and one sister,
Cora MacMillan of Van-
couver.
Funeral mass was held at
10 a.m. on Thursday,
December 1 at St. Peter's
Church in Goderich. The
Reverend Robert Chisholm,
nephew of the deceased,
officiated.
Interment was in St.
Peter's Cemetery in Colborne
Township.
Pallbearers were sons
Archibald and James; and
John Beaupre of King City,
Paul Beaupre of Oshawa,
David Needham of London
and Laurie Gardy of Port
McNicoll.
SUNDAY IN THE
CHURCHES
Victoria Street United Church
Minister: Rev. John D.M. Wood, B.A.B.D.
Organist and Choir Director: Mrs. J. Snider
10 A.M. WHITE GIFT SERVICE
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and they are to work with and Prgfr&a`m of 1976 h
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often under the guidance of th Can Pro award
the local people: shown on Christmas Dll.
Mr. Quammie gave a 5:30 p.m. The reay
review of the history of the Singtime programsg
islands of the Caribbean and season are on th8.;:°:'
the diverse cultures and Saturday of each ti
religious traditions there. The 6:30 p.m. on CKNX.
United Church is involved in
Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad and
the Cayman Island. He
pointed out that the Church in
the Caribbean is growing and
the general trend is quite
different from the ex-
periences in North America
where many churches are
having some struggles.
The Presbytery heard a
report from the seminar on
"New directions' for the rural
church" which was held in
Cedar Glen November 7 to 9.
The attitude was one of great
enthusiasm and a new range
of possibilities for the
churches of small mem-
bership. Among the
possibilities were the
clustering of snrall churches
with some shared leadership;
"tent maker" ministry - in
which the minister works
part time at a secular oc-
cupation; and the additional
training of lay leadership.
The Presbytery was in-
formed that the Mission and
Service Fund givings are
down across the Church as a
whole and that there is a
possibility of many wor-
thwhile projects being cut out
if the objective for 1977 is not
reached. Congregations were
encouraged to make a special
drive for M and S at the time
of their White Gift Service.
The Singtime Christmas
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Services held each Sunday at
Robertson Memorial School
10:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
Listen to CKNX Radio Sunday
at 10:30 a.m. for the
"Back to God Hour"
HOLINESS BIBLE MISSIONARY CHURCH
Sunday school 9:50'-a.m.
Classes for all ages
Worship Service 11:00 a.m.
Prayer 6:30-7:00 p.m.
Evangelistic Service 7:00 p.m.
Wednesda9 Prayer and Praise
Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God
Matthew 5:
Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
Corner of Elgin and Waterloo Streets •
Pastor: C. Fred Day
FAMILY BIBLE SCHOOL 10:00 a.m.
For bus transportation: 4.2893 or 4-6543
MORNING WORSHIP 11:00 a.m.
"Baby Dedication Ceremony"
EVENING SERVICE AT 7:00 P.M.
Water Baptismal Service
SUNDAY SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
December 9th, FRIDAY, 7:30 p.m.
December 16, 18 Christmas Music Cantata
Presented by our Senior Choir
"More Than Welcome -You Are Wanted"
BEREA-BY-THE-WATER
LUTHERAN CHURCH
Gibbons St. at Suncoast Drive
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1977
SERMON: "PATIENTLY WAITING"
9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
10:30 a.m. Worship
Marvin L. Barz, Pastor 5244231
"Preaching peace by Jesus Christ: He is Lord of all" Acts 10'
1 North Street United Church
The Rev. Ralph King, B.A.,B.D., Minister
Miss Clare McGowan, Visiting Assistant
Mr. Robert Blackwell, A. Mus., M.
Director of Music
9:45 a.m. Sunday School for ages 10 and over {Grades5up
Sunday School for ages 3 to 11 from worship at 11:OOa.m.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1977
u-, WORSHIP AT 11:00 A.M.
THIRD SUNDAY IN ADVENT
WHITE GIFT SERVICE led by the Sunday School..
Gifts of food, toys, clothing or money received in the
thex.
SERMON: "HELP FOR THOSE WHO CANN
HELP THEMSELVES" Light Anthem: Break Forth, 0 Beauteous Heavenly 9
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Lighting of the Advent Candles with
C.G.I.T. Vesper Service at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary
Junior Choir. Come and worshipwithu
Nursery facilities _ ,,,.•
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i MESSAGE: "GOD'S REWARD ;FOR FAITHFULLNESS" 1
SUNDAY DEC. 18th 10 A.M. CHRISTMAS PROGRAM 3
WED. 7:30 P.M. - PRAYER MEETING '
I WELCOME TO THE FRIENDLY CHURCH
Be Sure To Hear
Sunday, December 11-th
at 8 p.m.
Special Speaker:
Rev. Cleve Winger
A Special Music
"EVIL PREVAILS
WHEN GOOD MEN
DO NOTHING"
Huron Men's Chapel
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
(Baptist Convention of Ontario and Quebec)
Montreal Street (near the Square)
i Rev. W.H. McWhinnie, F.R.G.S.
i Organist Mr. Frank Bissett
i The Sunday School will present their Christmas Program
it
(The Pastor's Meditation)
9:45 a.m. - Sunday School
11:00 a.m. - MORNING WORSHIP
Special Music by The Choir
Everyone Welcome
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Decembe
ray in Advent
'e:30 a.m. Holy Communion
11:00 a.m. Church School and NurserY
11:00 a.m. Morning Prayer•
Sermon: ' I stand at the door and knock,'
I- Revelation 3:20
Lighting of the Advent Candles
7} 5:00 p.m. Parish Pot Luck SupaPf the Crib
I 700 p.m. Children's Pageant, Blessing
i Presentation of White Gifts
Rector: The Rev. Robert J.
Crocker
Organist•Choirmasfer: Josep
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i 18 WATERLOO ST. 5. q; 45 a.m•
SUNDAY SCHOOL — 11:00 a•m•
FAMILY WORSHIP —7:00 0•m
EVANGELISTIC SERVICE9:_45
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A SUNDAY WITH A HINT OF CHRISTMAS
SPECIAL GUESTS: ROBINSON
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Knox Presbyterian Church
THE REV. G. LOCKHART ROYAL, B.A., M. DIV.Minister
THE REV. RONALD C. McCALLUM, Assistant
LORNE H. DOTTERER, Director of Praise
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1977 (Advent III)
10:00 a.m. Communicant's Class
11:00 a.m. Divine Worship
Sermon: SERMON SERIES FOR ADVENT:
(3) "Hope Leads to Faith"
(Nursery Facilities)
(Sunday School Retires From The Service)
(Lighting of the Third Advent Candle)
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