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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-10-04, Page 9Wednesday, October 4, 2006 TIMES—ADVOCATE 9 Crediton Wi meeting on Oct. 18 CREDITON - The regular meeting of the Crediton Women's Institute was held on Sept. 20 at the home of Noella Triebner. Members enjoyed a glass of punch on arrival and pres- ident Alma Davey was in charge of the business meeting. Plans were made for the Fall Rally Oct. 2 in Dashwood and the London Area Convention Oct. 5. Farmers feed cities Noella and Rose Mary Neeb chaired the program with the motto of "Farmers Feed Cities." Noella readAutumn in the Country and Rose Mary read Fourteen Carrot Trivia, (the growing and processing of carrots) and Women in Agriculture. Allison Neeb gave highlights of her Junior Optimist trip in July to Nashville. The guest speaker for the evening was Dianne Masse. She and her husband Michael own the Masse Sweet Corn and Pumpkin Patch near St. Joseph's. Dianne told in detail of all the jobs they do from the planting of the seeds in the spring until harvesting of all their produce in the fall. She brought samples of their crops including painted pumpkins and fall decorations. Each member took a sample of the produce home with them. The roll call was "what did you grow in your garden?" Every one brought an article from their gar- den. Tickets were sold on a draw and each person had the choice of a product to take home with them. The next meeting will be Oct. 18. Church News The regular meeting of the UCW of Zion United Church will be held Thursday night, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m. The guest speaker will be Dianne Masse talking about the "Pumpkin Patch." The roll call is to bring an item for the Food Bank. All ladies are wel- come. On Sun., Oct. 29 a service of Baptism will be held at the morning church service and in the evening its the Annual Beef Dinner at the Crediton Hall beginning at 4:30 p.m. Plans are underway for updating the church directory with photos being taken on Nov. 6, 7 and 8. More information can be obtained from Brandi Shaw or Lorie Van Valkengoed. Rev. Sheila Macgregor is on study this week and for any emergency pastoral care please call Rev. Harry Disher at 519-238-5690 or 519-238- 2402. Grand Bend students landscape Landscaping project— The Grade 5/6 class at Grand Bend Public School recently took on a landscaping project in front of the school, planting a garden of perennials, complete with woodchips. Grade 5/6 teacher Samantha Richards says local businesses and individuals donated materials, making the garden possible. From left are the Grade 5/6 class Emily McCulloch, Cheyenne Harris, Brianne Lachance, Sarah Willsie, Joseph Roberts, Josh Hoston, JimmyTurner,Alyssa Hayter, Stef Clairmont, Erinn McCreath-Frangakis, Chantelle Blanchard, Jaimee Wells, Madelaine Genoe,Alysha Benner, Ben Beamish, Rachelle Roussel and Jordan Grainger. (photo/Nina Van Lieshout) Youth needed to participate in singing group for Dec. 31 By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Jean Hodgert organist played several tunes on the organ before the church service com- menced led by Rev. Judith Ritchie who lit the Christ candle. Everyone sang Rejoice In the Lord Always and Rev. Judith gave words of welcome and people passed the Peace. The call to worship was led by Rev. Judith responsively and the opening prayer was read in unison. The open- ing hymn What A Friend We Have in Jesus was sung. Rev. Judith gave the announcements. Beatrice Dawson gave a minute for missions entitled "Positive Thinking " Rev. Judith lit the red candle for peace and read the Epistle Lesson James 5:13-20. Rev. Judith told the children a story and talked about all the different flags on the communion table namely; Israel, Canada, United States, China, South Africa, Gana, Argentina, Russia and Afghanistan. The Lord's Prayer was repeated in unison. The hymn Teach Me, God to Wonder was sung. Psalm 124 was read responsively. Rev. Judith read the Gospel Lesson, Mark 9:38-50. The choir sang Let's Enjoy God's World Together, accompa- nied by the organist Jean Hodgert. The title of Rev. Judith's message was "Despite Fear." Everyone sang the 3rd verse of What A Friend We Have in Jesus and read the Affirmation of Our Faith, "A New Creed." Melonie Miller and Virginia Warwick received the offering and everyone sang Grant Us, God, The Grace and Rev. Judith led the offertory prayer in unison. The presiders for the celebration of Holy Communion were Rev. Judith and Dennis Pym. The Communion hymn 0 Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts was sung. Rev. Judith led in the Communion prayer responsively. The servers of Communion were Anne Kernick, Melonie Miller, Judith Parker and Virginia Warwick. The prayer after Communion was read in unison. Everyone sang the closing hymn Guide Me 0 Thou Great Jehovah and Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and pronounced the benediction. Everyone sang the choral benediction. Announcements "I would like to thank all the folks who supported the Covenanting ser- vice this past Sunday evening. UCW made and served bread, supplied pre- serves and set up breakers for more bread. The choir prepared special music and led the two worship services; the worship committee planned, set up served and coordinated the efforts of people tak- ing part. Busy members of the congre- gation attended both the morning and evening services. I am grateful. It is an evening never to forget. Thank you." Rev. Judith. Rev. Judith's expected hours: Wed., Oct. 4 - 12-6 p.m. Thurs., Oct. 5 - 12-6 p.m. (A definite time for office hours is being arranged with input from others; Thursday afternoons from 1-3 p.m. will be kept as office hours) Fridays and/or Saturdays - sermon prep. (available at home phone: 519-432- 5252, Sun., Oct 1 - Rev. Judith has a meeting (usually on Sundays she is available before or THAMES ROAD NEWS after most services). M & P Committee: Kathy Bray is the newest member to this com- FREE INVESTMENT REVIEWS MARK R. HARTMAN 436 Main St., Exeter 519-235-3881 Fax: 519-235-1505 1-866-264-3011 t finsk www.edwardjones.com Member CIFP Edward Jones MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING mittee joining Larry Lynn and Janice Richardson. Oct. 2 - There will be a Sunday school teacher's meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Anyone interested in helping with Sunday school are wel- come to attend. Oct.4 - All Council members are reminded of our next meeting at 8:15 p.m., with committee meetings at 7 p.m. We need as many as are able to attend, to come out so we can experi- ence broader dialogues about the things that come up. Rev. Judith promises to provide a "decaffeinated" beverage and a light snack. 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. Upcoming Joint Service The Committee of Local United Churches will be having a joint service on Sun., Dec. 31. They are looking for youth inter- ested in participating in a singing group led by Michael Brine. First practice will be Sun., Oct. Access FREE Professional Resume Development Interview Preparation & Job Seekers & Coaching Club If you're unemployed... 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