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The Times Advocate, 2005-06-29, Page 17Wednesday,June 29, 2005 Exeter Times -Advocate 17 Sundae church service July 3 By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESPONDENT VARNA — Church wor- ship was in Goshen on Sunday with Pastor Elly Van Bergen with the wel- come, announcements and the Call To Worship. Joe Laurie lit the Christ candle in celebration of his birthday. Birthday greetings were also extended to Morgan Coclough in honour of her first birthday on Mon., June 27. Marg Robinson joined in a reading of Psalms 9 and 13. The children's hymn was "Happy Wanderer" and Pastor Van Bergen spoke to the children about what to pack when hiking. The pastor pointed out that a compass or map would be helpful and drew comparisons with the Bible and fellow Christian companions as guides for life's journey. Mavis Govier, Sunday School teacher, taught the children the lesson of the loaves and the fishes. The children baked cinnamon buns to share with each other. Congregational and community best wishes go out to Mary Ellen (nee Webster) and Mark Finlayson. The happy cou- ple were married Sat., June 25 with Pastor Elly Van Bergen performing the ceremony in the Varna United Church. Many people from the Varna area attended the wedding and/or reception. Mary Ellen and Mark are wished the very best. Sun., July 3 church will be back in Varna. Canada Day sundaes will be served outside after the service, weather permit- ting. Sun., July 10 the con- gregation will be celebrat- ing with the Nguyen fami- ly who are celebrating 25 years in Canada. There will be a potluck lunch to follow at the Complex pavilion. In case of rain it will be at the Church. July 16 is the UCW sum- mer event to be held at Siloam United Church. See Anna if you would like to register. Sun., July 17 church will be in Goshen. In the after- noon from 1:30-3 p.m. Goshen United Church are hosting a most delectable fundraiser with a cheese- cake extravaganza. For only $7 per person, you will get one piece of baked or unbaked cheese- cake (15 different kinds to choose from) and refresh- ments. Additional pieces Health and safety information EXETER — To mark Odd Job Squad Week, the Exeter Human Resource Centre of Canada for Students (HRCC-S) will host a free Health and Safety Workshop Thurs., July 14, The workshop, facilitated by the London Occupational Safety and Health Information Service (LOSI-I), kicks off at 9 a.m. After completing this three- hour workshop, you will be awarded a certificate — an excellent addition to your resume! For more information, or to sign up, contact Katie at the Exeter IIRCC-S to reserve your spot. Limited space is available, so sign up today. Observation, learning and experience are crucial to recognizing potential safety hazards in the workplace. Visit your local HRCC-S to learn about your responsibilities as an employee, and your employer's responsibilities around health and safety practices in the workplace. You will also find information on: • ways to protect yourself, your co-workers and members of the public who may be affected by your work; • using personal and protective equipment as required by the employer; and • complying with health and safety regulations. The HRCC-S is also the place to go to find sum- mer jobs. We have more than 35 years of experi- ence making the search for summer work easier. In addition to information on health and safety in the workplace, you will also find job listings, help on resume and cover letter writing and interview preparation. To find out more, or to request a copy of the pub- lication "Are You in Danger?," call the Government of Canada's toll-free Youth Info Line at 1-800-935-5555, or contact Katie at the Exeter HRCC-S at (519) 235-1711. Our office hours are Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For assistance on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, you can reach Katie at the Goderich I-IRCC-S at (519) 524-8342, ext. 232. The HRCC-Ss are part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy. Need info? Check out youth.gc.ca. KATIE EMMRICH SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OFFICER for a toonie each. Everyone is welcome! Looking ahead on Sun., July 31 the picnic service for the two churches will be at the Varna Complex with the Exeter Community Band as guests. There will be an open house and garden party at the manse with freewill offering. Rain date would be Aug. 7. Congratulations to Ryan Keys on graduation from Conestoga College in Kitchener. Ryan is the son of Ron and Peggy Keys and grandson of Jim and Kate Keys. CONG ATUL LOGS OWYEARS AT SHELL Keeping kids safe A properly installed car seat is the only way to keep your child safe when travelling. Statistically, a kid's car seat can reduce the likelihood of injury by up to 75%. Last Friday a free clinic, sponsored by Lambton County Community Health Services and Bruce Power, was offered in Grand Bend. Volunteer Stephen Moore adjusts Emma Regier's carseat while her mom Carol Ann looks on. (photo/Stephanie Mandziuk) Stolen bike EXETER — A bicycle left in front of a home on Waterloo Street was stolen in broad daylight June 20. Someone inside the home witnessed a teenager, about 15, jump on the bike and speed away. The youth is about 15 years - old, 5'4" tall with a pudgy face. The teen was wear- ing blue jeans, a blue T- shirt and blue baseball cap. The stolen bike is a green 12 -speed Raleigh. i1 J Gaiser , Kneale EXETER - 235-2420 GRAND BEND - 238-8484 CLINTON - 482-3401 _ c S�TRTAINITI E R I ES —7 )rirrl PICK OR YOU PICK ORDERS TAKEN WEATHER & CROP PERMITTING Bring your own containers. Supervised children welcome. Pickers required - Call 482-3020 Beautiful Annuals from our greenhouses Now at Reduced Prices! HOURS... Mon -Fri 8-8, Sat & Sun 9-6 RETAIL & WHOLESALE 77688OrchardLine, R.R.1 Bayfield 482-3020 www.te-emfarm.ca Lois Potter picked up the telephone last Saturday and was told to make her way to the Shell station on Exeter's Main Street for a customer apprecia- tion day. When she arrived she realized the call was a ploy to get her to the gas station for a surprise. Staff members honoured Lois for 25 years of service with a sign flowers, balloons and a cake. Lois is semi- retired and still works part-time as a station attendant. At one time Lois worked I 0 -hour days. Now she's working 10 -hour weeks! 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