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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2005-05-04, Page 9Wednesday,May 4, 2005 Exeter Times–Advocate 9 Mother's Day baptism planned in Centralia By Mary Peterson CENTRALIA CORRESPONDENT CENTRALIA — Welcome spring! Have you noticed how long the daffodils have been in bloom this year? Last weekend they were buried under a very large amount of deep, cold snow. However, when the snow melted, they reap- peared in their golden beauty. Even though it's a cool, damp spring, it's wonderful to see the flow- ers and the green grass. During that snowstorm last weekend, Rev. Michelle Down from Centralia/Zion West United Churches was scheduled to exchange worship with Rev. Bob Biggar from Wesley Willis United Church in Clinton. Rev. Down braved the poor driving conditions to head north and lead wor- ship. However, Centralia was part of the wide- spread area without elec- tricity, so Rev. Biggar's visit was postponed to May 15. On Sun., May 1 Rev. Down returned to lead worship at Centralia and Zion West United Churches. The opening hymn was "Praise the Lord with the Sound of Trumpets." The children's hymn was "Come Children Join to Sing." Rev. Down's message to the children was entitled "You are Called by God Into Covenant." Rev. Down thanked everyone for their efforts and the warm welcome she received at her Covenanting Service. She thanked Marjorie Johns, Margaret Hern, and choir members from both churches for the music. Special music was provid- ed by her aunt, uncle, and cousin as well. She thanked the flag bearers: Mikenzie Skinner, Rikki- Lee Skinner, and DeeAndra Skinner She also thanked every- one for their con- tributions to the worship, including Larry Skinner, Andrea French, Marina Jaques, Sam Skinner, Larry Hern, Donna Davis, Audrey McFalls and Brad Skinner. She also thanked those who organized and served the coffee and cookies during the fellow- ship that followed. It was a very memorable occa- sion. Centralia UCW will meet on Thurs., May 5, at CENTRALIA NEWS 8 p.m. at the church. Women are invited to come dressed like your mother, bring a picture of her, and share special stories about your moth- er. The program will be "For the Love of Our Mothers." Sun., May 8 will be the celebration of Mother's Day. Baptism will be held at Zion West. The official board will meet Wed., May 11, at 8 p.m. at Zion West. Everyone is invited to breakfast at Centralia United Church on Sat., May 14 from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. The Stewards are organizing this break- fast. The cost will be $6 for adults, $3 for children (aged six -10), and free for children under six years of age. There are no advance tickets. Just go to the church! Long lived, influential Elimville WI disbands By Grace Pym ELIMVILLE — The fmal meeting of the Elimville Women's Institute (WI) was held April 27 at the Malibu Restaurant where seven members and six guests gathered for their noon lunch. President Shirley Cooper welcomed everyone. A brief business meeting followed at which time we were reminded of the Huron South District Annual meeting May 19. A place for the Tweedsmuir History book and commu- nity scrapbooks is still being sought. Words of appreciation were expressed to the Huron South District WI president Joan Smith and secretary Donna Lovie for attending this meeting. Tribute was also given to each member for giving her time and talents gen- erously in order to keep this organization function- ing for 57 years. Secretary Marjorie Johns gave a humorous reading and closed with An Institute Prayer. It is fitting in this final report to include a brief history of this organiza- tion. The Elimville WI branch was organized in 1948. The first meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Franklin (Ina) Skinner and the first pres- ident was Mrs. Kenneth (Irene) Johns. The meet- ing places varied; firstly in the home, then for many years in the Elimville Township Hall, several years hi the Elimville UC basement and more recently back to the homes of the members. In the peak years of its existence membership numbered around 60. ATV driver charged HENSALL — The male operator of an ATV was stopped by police on the evening of April 27 on Elizabeth Street in Hensall. The driver of the three - wheel, 1986 white Honda ATV did not have a licence or insurance. A 24 -year-old male from Bluewater faces two charges. Driver nabbed SOUTH HURON — A 27 -year-old male from South Huron has been charged with driving a motor vehicle while under suspension. An officer came across a blue Honda Civic, on Thames Road in South Huron, in the early morning hours of April 28. The driver was charged after the officer completed a licence check. Always striving to achieve its motto, "For Home and Country", the positive actions of this organiza- tion brought many improvements to home and community living. They worked closely with the program for 4-H girls as club sponsors and lead- ers. Many women learned new crafts as well as sewing and cooking skills from the short courses offered by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture and Food). Valuable documents and recorded happenings of this organization were entered into the Tweedsmuir History Book, and well -kept scrapbooks contain community events in stories and pictures. Endorsing the disband- ing of the Elimville WI branch is cause for regret, however we agree that we Ir,, `1111 Gaiser Kneale Ins. Broker Inc. EXET- 25-2420 GRAND ER BEN3D - 238-8484 CLINTON - 482-3401 are better women because of its influence. There have been many opportu- nities to enhance our per- sonal growth and to allow our involvement in com- munity action. We are proud to have belonged to such a worthy and well- respected organization. The wonderful friendships we have made in the branch, district and area levels of WI will be long remembered and trea- sured. There's a rumour that you'll find Rev. Down there helping with the cooking at the grill! The annual year and bake sale will be held at Centralia United Church Sat., June 11 from 8 a.m. until 12 noon. Donations for the bake table, as well as muffins and coffee for the refreshment table, would be appreciated. Any donations for yard sale items would be appreciated at the church by noon on Friday. These items include toys, sports items, household items, and books. No clothing or shoes this year please. Volunteers to help would be appreciated on Friday starting at 1 p.m. and Saturday morning from 7 a.m. Hope to see you at some of the upcoming worship and events! A warm wel- come is extended to all! 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