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The Times Advocate, 2005-01-19, Page 9Wednesday, January 19, 2005 Exeter Times–Advocate 9 Prayer service for tsunami victims Jan. 21 in Lucan By Muriel Lewis GRANTON CORRESPONDENT GRANTON — At the Granton -Wesley United Church Sun., Jan. 16, Lay Pastor Val Hodgins enti- tled the message `Will You Come?'. The lessons were from Isaiah 49, 1 Corinthians 1 and John 1. Michelle McBurney lit the Christ Candle. The Ministry of Music was `I Shall Not Be Moved.' The congregation of Granton Wesley extends sympathy to Ron McBurney, Gail Sinclair and family in the death of McBurney's father whose funeral was held Jan. 15. The muffin socials con- tinue on Thurs., Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. at the church. On Sat., Jan. 22 the Youth Group is sponsoring a potluck supper and games night at the church commencing at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. A prayer service for the tsunami disaster victims will be held at Lucan United Church Fri., Jan. 21 at 7:30 p.m. The date of the annual meeting at Granton Wesley United Church has been changed to Sun., Jan. 30 with lunch, following the 10 a.m. service. The Granton Wesley United Church UCW exec- utive met at the home of president Margaret Bryan to discuss the schedule for 2005. Granton -Wesley UCW members of Unit 1 met at the church on Jan. 13 at noon for a soup and sand- wich luncheon. Cathie Westman chaired the meeting and opened with readings `Coming in from the Cold' and `Sliding into 2005.' During the business, it was noted that the Lenten Luncheons begin Feb. 9. Also the UCW General Meeting is scheduled for April 12 with Unit 1 in charge. Other upcoming events were announced. Lay Pastor Val Hodgins presented the program and Madeline Hardie con- ducted a brain teaser game. Plans were made for the next meeting Feb. 3 at the church. At St. Paul's Anglican Church in Kirkton Sun., Hensall UC looking for old blue jeans By Liz Sangster HENSALL CORRESPONDENT HENSALL — The annual meeting of Carmel Presbyterian Church will be held after church on Feb. 6 under the direction of Rev. Gwen Brown. At Hensall United Church, Carol Carter was the organ- ist with Donna Smale greet- ing everyone. Lois and Glenn Hayter welcomed the worshippers. Barbara Westlake -Powers and daughter Jasmine were the nursery attendants. Denise Troyer lit the candle and also read the Scripture. Pastor Fred Darke's sermon was 'The Challenged by Baptism'. The service ended with commissioning and benediction. Old blue jeans would be welcome to convert into covers for use at camp. They may be left under the coat rack in the entrance. A large crowd of relatives and friends met at Hensall United Church on Saturday to celebrate the life of the late James R. Sangster. Pastor Fred Darke and Rev. Sharon Willis Whitwell conducted the service. Refreshments were served by the women of the church. The sympathy of the communi- ty is extended to Brad, Pat and Ralph Holland and family. HENSALL NEWS Jan. 16, Rev. Dalice Sim celebrated the Holy Eucharist and service of Holy Baptism when Irene Fussell of St. Marys was baptized. Kathy Blackler read the lessons. The mes- sage was about how Jesus helps in difficult times. A time of fellowship followed the service. AvonSISTRICT CHOOL Maitland Learning jar a Lifetime Welcome to Kindergarten The Avon Maitland District School Board and its community public elementary schools are proud to offer a quality learning opportunity for our young citizens entering school for the first time. Junior and Senior Kindergarten offer a place where your child can grow and learn in a positive educational environment. Kindergarten Registration 2005 - 2006 Monday, January 24, 2005 - Friday, January 28, 2005 at public elementary schools throughout Huron and Perth Counties For Senior Kindergarten Students must be 5 years of age on or before December 31, 2005 For Junior Kindergarten Students must be 4 years of age on or before December 31, 2005 A complete registration and information package is available at your nearest public elementary school or contact Darlene Million at 1-800-592-5437 Ext 112 For further information visit our website at Geoff Williams Director of Education www.yourschools.ca Meg Westley Chair 2005 hridal Edition TAX INCLUDED Your photo anc write up will appear in a Special bridal issue Wedne8dny reb. 9/05 Deadline for submitting photos and information is friday, January 28, 2005 Don't miss out - simply drop off your photo and information to the 424 Main (St. Exeter Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:3Opm or call 25-1331 Use the following form and submit to the Journal Argus Groom's Parents Names Engagement Date 1 Attendants Names Wedding Deception Location Honeymoon Location 1 Couples Residence Location