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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Wingham Advance Times, 1995-02-08, Page 17WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1.995 s THE I NMANADVANGE TIMES Congregation meets for business WMS life membershipMathers, centre, was honored with the presenta- tion of a life membership to the United Church Women, last Wednesday at Bluevale. Mary Pea- cock and Nancy Corrigan made the presentation to Mrs. Mathers. Brussels Mennonite Follcowship ersonats BRUSSELS--Erla Koch was worship leader at the Brussels Men- nonite Fellowship on Sunday, Jan. 29. The Teen Challenge Team brought the messages for the ser- vice. Two of the team members gave their life stories and told of the mi- raculous way God is working in their lives. The team pastor gave the message on Daniel, the man of courage. Daniel did not compro- mise when it came to his faith. He regained faithful te. his God at all costs. High officials wanted to get rid of Daniel, said the pastor. Dari- us was in power and held Daniel's life in his hands. As we know, he added, God closed the mouths of the lions to save Daniel, for Daniel was inno- cent before God. Darius could hard- ly believe that Daniel was still alive after spending the night in the lion's den. Satan cannot put us in any situation in which our Lord is hidden from us. "Whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's." Often we lose hope when we fail. We draw others down with us in our negative, attitude. Confidence in God makes the difference. The everlasting arms of God' are always beneath us to catch us when we fail in any situ- ation. Like Daniel, we must be peo- ple of courage. Following the Christian Educa- tion service, the Teen Challenge Team joined the youth and youth leaders for fellowship over lunch in the gymnasium. Some of the youth attended a winter retreat at Camp • Shalom, Cambridge. The Grade 7- 8s enjoyed swimming at Vanastra for their monthly activity last Satur- day. • Paul and Leslie Bridgeport of Kitchener visited over the weekend at the home of Allan and May Hyndman. Visitors fast Tuesday with Mrs. Velma- Mann were Clarence and Doris McCallum of Wingham and Gordon and Joyce Mann of RR 2, Wroxeter. Herbert and Cora Clayton of Wingham and Russell and Helen Nickell of Belmore visited last Tuesday 'afternoon with Ivan and Gladys Haskins. . Visitors at the home of Harold and Dorothy Hyndman were Mrs. Alex Strong and Mrs. Heidi Forster and,.Keily of Wingham, .as well as Gerry Hyndman of Guelph. Dale Schefter was a member of the Ridgetown volley vall team which won silver at the tournament in Ottawa last weekend. Gordon and Agnes Haasnnot vis- ited last Sunday at the home of Pe- ter and Cheryl DeBoer of St. Thomas. Mrs. Bonnie Taylor visited Hill Taylor in Victoria Hospital, Lon- don, last Tuesday. We wish him a speedy return to good health. Mrs. Sheila Vipond of Midland visited a few days at the home of Devon and Peggy Cherry. Mrs, Gladys Adams visited De- witt Adams in Stratford General Hospital last Monday, where he un- derwent hip surgery. We wish him a speedy recovery. Mr. and. Mrs. Jack Douglas of Fordwich were dinner guests last Sunday with Bob and Florence Gibson. Bob and Genievive Gibson and Keirra of Kitchener visited over the weekend with their parents in Wingham and Gorrie. Mrs. Ethel Brown attended' the "funeral of late David Staddon in Clinton last Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Williamson of Mount Forest visited last Saturday The Master 4, "lb „di:0 MASTER GARDEN Gardener ER Margaret Wormworth Master Gardener -In -Training The congregation of St. An- drew's Presbyterian Church, Wing - ham, met in the fellowship hall last Wednesday, Feb. 1, for the annual business meeting. Rev. John Vaud- ry openeethe meeting with a brief worship service and read an origi- nal poem about life at St. An- drew' s. Ralph Campbell was appointed chairman for the evening and Brian Taylor, secretary. A moment of si- lence was observed in memory of 19 members and friends who died in the past year. Reports were received from evening with Mrs. Janet Doig. Mrs. Christine Sanderson spent several days at the home of Rob and Joanne Annett of Bothwell. Worl Day of Prayer Australian blue fan flower I wanted to know the on-going treatment for a large Australian blue fan flower. After 18 months of investigative work, I finally found the necessary information. I even wrote the Botanical Gardens in Mel- bourne, Australia, and they only confirmed what I already know. The following information is from The Plant and Garden magazine, forwarded to me by the former co-ordinator of the Stratford master gar- deners group. It was nice to receive an answer after so much trying., Scaevola aemula of the Goodenia family is indeed a new introduc- tion in North America, one likely to gain wide -spread popularity due to its numerous, attractive, five -tipped mauve, blue or purple flowers. Generally grown as an annual for outdoor hanging baskets, it's really a low -growing perennial herb. It's intolerant of more than light frost, meaning you should bring it indoors for the winter if you want to keep it for a second season. Given the plant's size (it can reach three feet in diameter), it's probably easier to take cuttings in late summer than to bring in the whole plant. Cuttings root easily indoors and the resulting plants will grow well under lights or in a bright window until spring. By pinching occassionally, a nicely filled basket should be ready by summer. If you want to maintain the original plant, prune it harshly when bringing it indoors and offer it the best light you have over the winter. Both young plants and established ones will often begin bloom- ing in early spring, long before it's time to put them outdoors. Fan flowers like moist, well -drained potting mix and cool growing conditions. Don't fertilize too heavily, as this promotes ,foliage growth at the expense of flowering. They prefer full sun indoors, although dap- pled shade is better when the plant is outdoors for the summer. They can be slow to germinate and rather difficult to grow from seed; cuttings Or layering are better means of propagation. Any questions, contact me at 90 Carling Terrace, Wingham, Ontario, NOG 2W0, or phone 357-2252. groups and committees within the Church. It was noted that St. An- drew's participated in the Crop,. Share Project, initiated and orgy nized by the Teeswater Presbyteri- an Church. This was a„ very suc- cessful projet and there is every indication that St. Andrew's would like to share in this again in 1995. A successful half-day children's program was organized in August. Approximately 60 children attend- ed and this served to heighten an awareness of the need for more children's programs. New windows were installed in the manse and part of the Christian Education Wing of the church. A new computer was purchased for the office and the fellowship hall was painted by volunteers. Looking forward to the next year, the„ following people were elected to the board of managers: Bryan Allan, Marilyn Baird, Lillian Stephenson, Murray Underwood and Bill Versteeg. Plans for 1995 include the possi- bility of hiring a student for the summer to organize some youth work and to plan a daily vacation Bible school. UCW gather at McMichael's GORRIE--Knox Presbyterian Church is hosting the World Day of Prayer service on Friday, March 3,. at 2:30 p.m. with St. Stephen's An- glican Church and the United Church Women assisting in the ser- vice. The Christian Women of Ghana have prepared the service this year with the theme being "Thence the Earth is the house for all people". The writers call for Christians around the world to join with them in prayer for peace and justice in their homeland. Trinity Anglican Bluevale UCW WROXETER--The members of the United Church Women gath- ered at the home of Mrs. Phyllis McMichael for the January meet- ing. Mrs. Mildred Coupland and Mrs. Eileen Hamilton shared the worship and chose "Thanks" as the theme. Mrs. Coupland began the worship with a reading, "Try Giving Thanks", before Mrs. Hamilton welcomed each member with a let- ter to form the word "thanks". The scripture was taken from Philippians, chapter four and Mrs. Hamilton gave an interesting de- scription of the meaning of "Think and Thank". She said we should think of all the good things that we are blessed with and not forget to give thanks. Let us not forget those we meet in our daily lives, she said: the service people, the neighbors, families and friends and also strangers who do nice things for us, noting that a thank -you sometimes makes their Potluck day. Members each received a love- ly scripture verse book mark. Poems entitled "Let Us Live Each Day to the Fullest" and "The Extra Mile" were enjoyed. The of- fering was received and dedicated by Mrs. Coupland. The hymn "Thank You, Lord, for Your Bless- ings" by the Cornerstone Group of Brussels was played to complete the worship. Mrs. Sandra Edgar, the new pres- ident, took charge of the business and thanked the previous slate of officers for its good work. The min- utes of the December meeting were read by Mrs. Hamilton and Mrs. Joy Wylie gave the treasurer's re- port. The roll call was WROXETER--A lovely winter day brought members of the Wrox- eter seniors' group out to enjoy the regular potluck dinner and meeting. Mrs. Edith Braniff and Mrs. Dor- othy Gibson had decorated the ta- bles with Valentine serviettes, pot- ted plants and red candles as they hosted the dinner. Bill Hart wel- comed everyone and thanked the ladies for tbe decorations. Minutes of the December meet- ing were read by Mrs. Dorothy McGee for Mrs. Gibson, who is on vacation. Mrs. Eileen Hamilton gave the treasurer's report and noted that all bills have been paid. A donation to the Wingham and Area Seniors' Day Centre and annual fees for the answered by showing some winter projects. The UCW has very talented members and they brought lovely articles they are working on this winter. The mystery gift, brought by Mrs. McMichael, was won by Mrs. Wy- lie. meetin national seniors'. group were made. A date will be announced later for the Wroxeter seniors' visit to the Fordwich Village Nursing Home to entertain resident. Birthday greetings were sung to Cecil Yeoman, who celebrates this month. A draw for two potted plants and a box of fragrant soaps,I donated by Mrs. Braniff and Mrs. Gibson, were won by Mrs. Ethelene Smith, Mr. Yeoman and Ed Horsley. The next meeting is March 1 at 12:30 p.m. and all seniors are invit- ed for the dinner and social time. Mrs. Hamilton read some humor- ous stories for a happy ending to a good day. Church annual meeting FORDWICH-The annual meeting of Trinity Anglican Church was held Jan. 29 follow- ing morning service. Before the meeting, all enjoyed a potluck lunch. In the absence of a rector, Doug Bunker presided. Donna King gave the opening prayer. Ahna Hargrave, vestry clerk, read the minutes of the last meeting. All re- ports were read and accepted. The proposed budget for 1995 was accepted. It was decided war- dens, board members and the treasurer will again keep there of- fices for 1995. Willa Douglas and Millie Nixon will be on the Recto- ry Committee. Jean McGrath read several thank -you letters from family members of the late William Spence Jacques. Jack Douglas, Winston McGrath and Hector Browne were named a committee to see about new steps for the front of the church. Trinity board members and members from St. Stephen's, Gor- rie, will meet in Gorrie on Tues- day night. A donation ,and thank -you was received from Brownies and Guide leaders for the use of the church basement for meetings. Rev. Stan Jay of Mitchell and Mary Jane Lowe will be in charge of services until a new rector is ap- pointed. BLUBVALE--The United Church Women met on Feb. 1 at the church. The president, Etoile Johnston, opened the meeting by welcoming everyone, followed by a reading "Trust the Master Weaver." The minutes and treasurer's reports were given by Mrs. Shirley Nichol- son and Mrs. Audrey Edgar. The highlight of the meeting was the presentation of a life member- ship to the United Church Women to Jean Mathers. The presentation, the first of its kind at Bluevale, was made by Nancy Corrigan and Mary Peacock. Mrs. Mathers is a long-time and dedicated member of the Bluevale UCW, serving as ' its president in 1979-80, as well as being a tireless worker in the Church. Mrs. Corfigan was the convenor for the meeting on the theme, "Je- sus, our light, helps us see things differently". Members sang the hymn "Many Are the Li tbeams From One Light". Each As asked to list important people . in their lives. The readers were Mrs. John- ston, Mrs. Nicholson and Mrs. Mathers. The scripture readers were Mrs. Isabel Garniss, Mrs. Ed Powell and Mrs. Peacock. This was followed by a closing prayer by Mrs. Corrigan. A minute for missions was given by Mrs. Johnston. The date for the cold -meat supper was set for May 24. The meeting closed with lunch served by Unit 2 and a social time followed. 11-Icovvick. Junior omen Thank -you nots from folks who were remembered with Christmas boxes and also for donations to lo- cal support groups were read. The UCW will be having a St., Patrick's Day luncheon of soup, sandwiches and pie to be served from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 17 at the Wroxeter United Church. It soon will be spring-cleaning time and there will be a bale packed again this year. The date and time will be announced later. As there will be no meeting in February, the group will meet again on March 28. The Mizpah Benediction ended the meeting and during the social time, Mrs. Coupland and Mrs. Hamilton served goodies and a cup of tea. The ladies thank the McMi- chaela for inviting them to their home for the evening. Howick Junior Women's Insti- tute members met Jan. 19 at the Howick Municipal Office at 8:30 P.m - The topic was cosmetics, and the guest speaker was Bonnie Wil- son. She spoke mainly ' on skin care, and gave Brenda Bunker a full facial. Roll call,,"Old Fashion Beauty Aid," was answered by 11 members and one guest. Marian Feldskov gave a report from district. Members decided to purchase tickets to go to the Dray- ton Festival in August. Bonnie Wilson had a "Wit and Wisdom" for members, "Blessed is the man who, having nothing to say, abstains' from giving advice of this fact." The next meeting will be at Dar- lene Harding's house on Feb. 16. Members will be doing a craft of some sore Everyone is welcome. SOLUTIONS ACROSS 3. Big 7. Parcel 8. Retain 9. Return 10. Expose 11. Dad 12. Grieve 14. Yearly 17. Ginger 21. Object 24. Ear 25. 'latus 26. Dimwit 27. Intern 28. Idling 29. Tan DOWN 1. Career 2. Accuse 3. Blonde 4. Greedy 5. Utopia 6. Tinsel 12. Gag 13. Vie 15. Ebb 16. Yet 18. Intend 19. Gather 20. Resent 21. Ordain 22. Jumble 23. Client " Janet Koehler, who has been . your Belgrave • correspondent for the past year, has resigned effective . this week. We that'll( Janet. for a job well done and welcome Linda , Campbell as the new Belgrave cor- respondent. Linda's telephone num- ber is 357-2188. A surprise party was held, at the home of Bill and Muriel Coultes on the evening of ,aturaay, Jan. 28, in honor of Muriel's birthday. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Alan Ba- bensee of Waterloo; Mr. and Mrs. Don -Stobo of Teeswater; Kathy and Bradley Warren of London; Susan Rintoul and friend Kevin of Owen Sound; Mr. and Mrs. Jim La- mont, Laura and Ruth Johnston, all of- Belgrave, as well as Bill and Muriel's family. Mrs. Ruth Johnston attended the funeral of her cousin, Mrs. William Speiran 'of Lisotwel, on Sunday, Jan. 29, at the Peebles Funeral Home, Atwood. Mrs. Speiran passed away on Friday, Jan. 27. "Mabel's Moms" gathered at the home of Mabel Wheeler last Wednesday, Feb. ,.1,, with a good turnout: Those 'present included: Lila Procter and Ben; Waneta , Leishman and Melissa; Donna Ray- nard, Trevor and Heidi; Sherry Taylor and Brandon; Linda Hess and Andrew; Andrea Stevenson, Tyler and Mathew; Sherry Shiell and Matthew; Joanne Robinson and Stephanie; Melanie Pletch, Meagan and - Benjamin; Annette teRaa, Mitchell and Janelle. The topic dis- cussed was raising responsible chil- dren. Everyone had a nice visit. STADDON--David Albert Staddon of Clinton died at Clinton Public Hospital on 'Saturday, Jan. 28. He was 61. Born in Mount Dennis on Sept. 26, 1933, he was the son of the late Reginald and Gladys (Gibson) Staddon. He was married to Gladys "Eileen" Brown. Mr. Staddon was a stationary en- gineer. Along with his wife, Mr. Stad- don is survived by one son, Wil- liam Staddon of Chalk "River and by one daughter, Kathy and her husband, Verne Sawyer of Kitchen- er. There is one grandson, Nathan Sawyer. He is also survived by his moth- er-in-law, Phyllis Bttiwit of Strat- ford and by one brother, James and Hermie Staddon of Stroud. Mr. Staddon was predeceased by one brother, George Staddon. Visitation Was held at the Beat- tie -Falconer Funeral Homes in Clinton, where the ftineral and committal services were held on Tuesday, Jan. 31, with Rev. Gor- don Redden of St. Paul's Anglican Chin h in Clinton officiating. Crenation has taken place.