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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-09-27, Page 1010 TIMES—ADVOCATE Wednesday, September 27, 2006 Join Thames Road for Worldwide Communion Oct. 1 By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Marilyn Vandenbussche played several nice tunes on the organ before the church service commenced on Sunday morning with Rev. Judith Ritchie in charge. Rev. Judith lit the Christ candle and everyone passed the peace by shaking hands. The Introit "Rejoice In The Lord Always" was sung. Rev. Judith led in the call to worship responsively and everyone read the opening prayer in unison. The opening hymn "Come Children Join To Sing" was sung. Rev. Judith gave the announcements and lit the red candle for peace and gave a prayer. Rev. Judith read the Epistle Lesson James 3:13-4:3, 7-82. The children's story was entitled "The Treasure Chest" and everyone repeated the Lord's Prayer. The hymn "It Only Takes A Spark" was sung. Psalm 1 was read responsively. Rev. Judith read the Gospel Lesson Mark 9:30-37. The choir sang "Until Then" accompanied by the pianist Marilyn Vandenbussche. The title of Rev. Judith's message was "Child Like". The hymn "Hope Is A Star" was sung. The Affirmation Of Our Faith "A New Creed" was read in unison. John and Marilyn Pym received the offering and Rev. Judith gave the offerto- ry prayer and everyone sang "Grant Us, God, The Grace". Rev. Judith gave prayers for the people. Everyone sang the closing hymn "Rejoice The Lord Is King." Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and the benediction and everyone sang Benefit Dance — A Fundraising Benefit Dance held Sept. 23 at the Dashwood Community Centre will help support the Lorentz family of Dashwood after they lost their house Aug. 17 to a fire.The Dashwood and area community quickly pulled together an evening that included the dance, a silent auction and entertainment by the Rural Roots.The Lorentz family say they are overwhelmed by the community support. From left are volunteers Trisha Pavekje,Amy Taylor, two-year-old Rhett, three-year-old Ethan, Derek, five -month- old Mara Lorentz, Kelly Glavin Lorentz and volunteers Cathy and Dan Pavekje and Kelly's mother Marlene Glavin. The amount raised for the family was unknown as the T -A was going to print. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) the choral benediction. The beautiful bouquet of yellow roses on the table at the front of the church were placed there by the Rowe family in memory of their mother the late Belva Rowe. Announcements Rev. Judith's Expected Hours Tues, Sept 26- 4:00-10:00 (At Presbytery) Thurs., Sept. 28 - 12:00 - 6:00 Fri. &/or Sat., - sermon/service prep. - available at home, by phone. Sunday's as usual, availability before and after most services. M & P Committee: Kathy Bray is the newest member to this committee joining Larry Lynn and Janice Richardson. Don't forget your items for the Food Bank next Sun., Oct. 1. Future Events: Oct. 1 - World Wide Communion Sunday; Oct. 8 - Thanksgiving Sun., Oct. 4 - Standing Committees meeting at 7 p.m. followed by council meeting at 8:15 p.m. Oct. 10 - UCW meeting at 8 p.m.. Theme: Thanksgiving; Program: Sharon Passmore, Melonie Miller, Marion Cann, Agnes Bray. Roll Call: Helpful household hint. Lunch: Muriel Parsons, Marilyn Pym, Sharon Lynn, Shirley Kerslake. Sympathy Many people from this area called at the Hopper -Hockey Funeral Home on Thursday to pay their respect to the late Belva Rowe and also attended her funer- al on Friday. Sympathy is extended to her family, sisters and their families and rela- tives. Sympathy of the community is also extended to the family and relatives of the late Earl Heywood who passed away recently. Sympathy of the community is also extended to the family and relatives of the late Winona Marshall who passed away recently. Sympathy of the community is also extended to Margaret Prout and her fam- ily and relatives of the late Glenn Prout who passed away recently. Sympathy of the community is extended to the family and relatives of the late Betty (Allison) Hodgins who passed away recently, Betty grew up in this neigh- bourhood. Belated sympathy is extended to Verna (Wein) (Stone) Pfaff and her husband Art Pfaff of Exeter in the passing of her brother the late Ron Wein recently. Personals Thirty adults and children attended "Fun Night" at the church on Friday, a good time was had by all. A number of people from this area attended the chicken BBQ at Kirkton Woodham Community Centre on Sunday evening. Worship Celebration of the Covenanting with Huron -Perth Presbytery. The United Church of Canada Thames Road, Elimville United church and the Reverend Judith Ann Baird Ritchie. Huron -Perth Presbytery: Chair Person, Rev. Alex McGilvery and Robert Bray, Chair Person, Thames Road - Elimville Church Council were the presiders. Marilyn Vandenbussche played several pieces of music on the piano. Rev. Judith lit the Christ Candle. The Introit: "Rejoice In The Lord Always" was sung. Rev. Alex gave greetings and the announcements. The hymn "Come Let Us Sing Of A Wonderful Love" was sung. The call to worship was given by ks wood dance suppor HAYTER'S TURKEYS V1.:de voter 21.e44 Thanksgiving Turkey Today Also available: Stuffed or Sage & Onion Turkey Roasts Look for our products at your local Grocery Store on Hwy. 83 Dashwood 237-3561 Recipe ideas?? www.hayterturkey.com garybean SECURITIES LIL' MakeYour Investments Count Stocks, Bonds, Income Trusts, Mutual Funds & RRSP Products Gary Bean Securities Ltd. 588 Main Street South Exeter, Ontario NOM I S I 519-235-4099 1-800-710-5216 Member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund and Investment Dealers Association of Canada Rev. Alex, Beatrice Dawson, Grace Pym, Judith Parker, Beth Cooper, Sharon Lynn and Kay Cunnington. The opening prayer was read in unison. People greet- ed one another in Christ's name passing the peace. Rev. Alex McGilvery and Robert Bray presented Rev. Judith Ritchie to the con- gregation with words of welcome. Readers: Brett Warwick read "Reaching for Rainbows" by Ann Weems Virginia Warwick read: "Balloons Belong In Church" by Anne Weems. The hymn "We Are Pilgrims" was sung between each reading. Beth Baird (Rev. Judith's mother) read the Gospel Reading John 15:1-17. Everyone stood and read the Affirmation of Our Faith - "A New Creed." Promises of the New Ordered Minister and the Promises of the Pastoral Charge as well as members of the presbytery took place. Rebecca Heessels and Joyce Fulton received the offering. The choir sang "Come Holy Spirit" accompanied by the pianist Marilyn Vandenbussche. The invitation to take communion was given by Rev. Alex and Rev. Judith. The Communion hymn "0 Jesus, Joy Of Loving Hearts" was sung. Those assisting with Communion were Judith Parker, Melonie Miller, Anne Kernick, Virginia Warwick. The Hymn "How Firm A Foundation" was sung. Rev. Judith pronounced the commission- ing and the benediction. Everyone sang the choral benediction and everyone went downstairs where a lunch of homemade bread, jams, jellies and beverages were partaken which brought a wonderful evening to a close. Cultivating Character AN EVENING WITH Mike Neuts TOPIC: RESPECT & ANTI -BULLYING Tues., Oct. 3 7 p.m. N SHDHS gym PRESENTED BY THE AMDSB SCHOOLS OF SOUTH HURON NOTICE OF INTENTION TO CLOSE HIGHWAY The Council of the Corporation of the Township of Lucan Biddulph has determined that a portion of Breen Drive road allowance lying west of Concessions 4 and 5 known as "Saintsbury Line", legally described as Part of the Road Allowance between Lots 20 and 21, Concession 4, in the Township of Lucan Biddulph, now designated as PARTS 1, 2, 3 and 4 on Reference Plan 33R-16594 is a redundant highway and it would be proper to close the said highway pursuant to the authority of Section 34 of The Municipal Act. Council intends to pass a By-law closing Breen Drive at its meeting on Thursday, September 28, 2006 after providing notice of the intended road closing for a period of four consecutive weeks in the local newspaper. Persons wishing to make representations, presentations or written or verbal comments may do so by attending the public meeting immediately prior to the matter being determined by Council at the Council Chambers to be held at 33351 Richmond Street, Lucan, Ontario at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2006. Those wishing to make written comments are asked to deliver same to the Clerk -Administrator of the Township at 33351 Richmond Street, Lucan, Ontario NOM 2J0. Any questions may also be addressed to the Clerk -Administrator at the above noted address. Ronald Reymer Administrator -Clerk