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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-10-18, Page 13Wednesday, October 18, 2006 TIMES—ADVOCATE 13 Road trips through Ontario capture and enjoy theAutumn beauty By Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Thanksgiving Oct. 8 - The organist Jean Hodgert played several tunes on the organ before the church service commenced on Sunday morning led by Rev. Judith Ritchie. Rev. Judith led in the Call to Worship responsively. The announcements were read. Rev. Judith lit the red candle for Peace and read the Hebrew Lesson Joel 2:21-27. Rev. Judith talked with the children about things in the trunk. Sharon Lynn gave a Minute for Council and read the Gospel Lesson Matthew 6:24-34 entitled "God and His Possessions." The title of Rev. Judith's message was "Cloud and Silver Linings." Helen Kadey and Sharon Passmore received the offering and everyone sang Grant us God The Grace and everyone read the offertory prayer. Rev. Judith read a letter of thanks from the Exeter Food Bank for the items of food our church has given every month. Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and pronounced the benediction and everyone sang the choral benedic- tion. The beautiful flower arrangement at the front of the church was placed there by Don and Janis Richardson in memory of his mother the late Clara Richardson who passed away recently. Sympathy is extended to Don, Janis and family. Sun., Oct. 15 church service - Jean Hodgert the organ- ist played several pieces on the organ before the church service commenced with Rev. Judith Ritchie leading. Rev. Judith lit the Christ candle and said words of wel- come. 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 the opening prayer in unison. The opening hymn All Things Bright and Beautiful was sung. Rev. Judith gave the announcements and lit the red candle for Peace. Rev. Judith read the Epistle Lesson Hebrews 4:12-16 and then she spent time with Justin Pym and he drew a picture of what he thought God looked like. Everyone sang the hymn We are Marching. Part 2 of Psalm 22 was read responsively. The choir sang Where the Healing Waters Flow accompanied by the organist Jean Hodgert. The Gospel Lesson Mark 10:17-31 enti- tled "The Rich Man" was read by Robert Bray. The title of Rev. Judith's message was "Honest to God." Everyone sang To show by Touch and Word and said Affirmation of our Faith - "A New Creed." Helen Kadey and Virginia Warwick received the offering and every- one sang Grant Us, God, The Grace and said the offerto- ry prayer in unison. Everyone sang the hymn Lead On, O Cloud of Presence. Rev. Judith gave the commission- ing and pronounced the benediction. Everyone sang the choral benediction. Announcements Rev. Judith's expected hours: Wed., Oct. 18 - in town but off site doing a service 4-6 Thurs., Oct. 19 - 1-3 p.m. - (office hours), 7 p.m. - CLUC meeting at church, 7:30 p.m. - Choir /Fridays and/or Saturdays - sermon prep. (available at home phone: 519-432-5252; Sundays Rev. Judith is available before or after most services. Sunday School Dates: Oct. 29, Nov. 26, Dec. 10 and 17. Upcoming Joint Service The Committee of Local United Churches will be hav- ing a joint service on Sun., Dec. 31. They are looking for youth interested in participating in a singing group led by Michael Brine. There will be a Halloween party held in the church basement on Fri., Oct. 27 at 6:30 p.m. Potluck lunch of finger foods. Anyone wishing to help in decorating please phone Jayne Rowcliffe 519-235-3393. This would be a good way for students to gain their volunteer hours. Nov. 1 - Standing committees meeting at 7 p.m. fol- lowed by Council meeting at 8:15 p.m., Nov. 5 - Remembrance Service, Nov. 12 - There will be a bap- tismal service. Nov. 14 - U.C.W. meeting at 8 p.m. and Nov. 19 - Outreach M&S lunch to follow the service. Personals Several people from this area attended the visitation and memorial service on Tuesday for the late Jean (Stephens) Johns who passed away recently. The ser- vice was held at St. Marys United Church, St. Marys. Sympathy is extended to her family Dorothy James, John and Margaret Johns and Matt, Steve and Joanne and families. Bill and Rhoda Rohde attended the Kirkton Horticulture meeting on Tuesday evening at K.W. Community Centre. The meeting was called "Autumn Splendor." Rick Mann of St. Marys was the guest speak- er on "Wonderful World of Gourds." There was a very successful plant auction. Bill and Rhoda Rohde accompanied Gordon and Myrtle Pengelly on Wednesday to Belgrave Arena for their annual Turkey Supper. They seat 1000 people at one sitting. They have been having these dinners for 58 years. Norman Shier of Toronto visited with his cousins Bill and Rhoda Rohde on Thursday afternoon. Several people from this area attended the wedding on Saturday of Dale Passmore and Pauline Johns, and many more attended the reception and dance at the S.H.R.C. Exeter. Congratulations Dale and Pauline! Karel Hodgert of Toronto spent the weekend with her cousins Arnold and Marion Cann. Bus Trips Travelling the highways and byways, a number of peo- ple took a bus trip north to the Huntsville area sur- rounded with the vibrant colours of Autumn through Muskoka and picturesque Algonquin Park to the city of Ottawa, our Nation's capital. While in Ottawa they went on a two hour tour to explore the Parliament Buildings with a step on guide. The people boarded a steam train in Gatineau Station in Hull, Quebec travelling to Wakefield to admire the splendor of the Gatineau hills ablaze with the colours of the Fall season. Also visited were the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Rides and Hershey's Company plant at Smith Falls bringing a most enjoyable tour to a close with our host Marion Foster of Kirkton. On Thurs., Oct. 12, Bill and Rhoda Rohde went on a bus trip with the Cherry Bus Lines. The driver was Ron MacPherson. The trip was planned by Reta Facey and Marilyn Robinson of Kirkton Horticulture Society. THAMES ROAD NEWS Craft and bake sale Sat., Nov. 18 HENSALL - Queensway Residents with their guests enjoyed a delicious Turkey Dinner with all the trim- mings Sun., Oct. 15. A big thank you to Auxiliary volunteers Edna Deitz, Betty Simmons, Mariette Bilcke and Lillian Beer who assisted at the special event. Hensall United Church women provided assistance and prizes for the Monday afternoon bingo game and they will be doing so each Monday in October. Tuesday's Church service was led by Pastor Elly Van Bergen of the Varna and Goshen United Churches with Belva Fuss as volunteer pianist. Volunteer Donna Smale was in Wednesday to organize the euchre games and provided guidance for those who are a bit rusty with their euchre playing skills. It's amazing how quickly the game comes back with just a little help. Dr. Kate Partridge led an informa- tive session entitled "Surfing the Stress Wave" on Thursday evening in the retirement residence Activation Room. She discussed the benefits of decreasing stress; lead- ing those in attendance through breathing exercises and helping them identify their particular stres- sors. At the close of her session she donated one of her relaxation cds to the retirement home. Friday evening there was an excellent turnout for the popcorn and comedy night with Red Skelton. The past week was a busy one at Queensway with residents benefit- ing from massage with Lori Burt R.M.T., music therapy with Lisa Stewart, breakfast group, exercises, manicures and crafts. Coming Events Thurs., Oct. 26 at 6 p.m.- Senior Diners; Birthday Party with "Gladys and The Merrymakers" at 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at 10 a.m. - Pumpkin Carving party. Sat., Nov. 18 from 2 p.m- 4 p.m plan to attend our Craft & Bake Sale. There will be a variety of ven- dors offering a wide selection of goods for those on your Christmas list. Relax and visit your friends in our Tea Room. Backroads to were travelled to Teviotdale, Mount Forest, Durham, Priceville, Ceylon, Flesherton, Euphemia, Eugenia Falls, Beaver Valley (snow), Kimberley, Heathcote, Clarksburg, Thornbury, Ormsby, Grandma Lambe's for apples, Griersville, Walter's Falls Inn (where we had our lunch), Bognor, Rockford, Inglis Falls, Lincoln Park, toured Garden Gallery (coming home), Kilsyth, Tara, Chesley, Elmwood, Hanover, Neustadt (snow on roof tops), Clifford (snowing), Gowanstown, Listowel and home. Avon Maitland Fairness Honesty Empathy Respect Integrity Courage Optimism Compassion Perseverance Responsibility Cultivating Character Special Education Advisory Committee Nominations for Appointees The Avon Maitland District School Board invites local associations or organizations that operate to further the interests and well-being of exceptional children or adults, to apply to nominate a representative and an alternate to serve as a volunteer on its Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). The Special Education Advisory Committee is a statutory standing committee of the Avon Maitland District School Board. It will meet approximately 10 times during the school year on the first Wednesday of every month from 6:00 p.m. until approximately 8:00 p.m. A person is qualified to be a member of the SEAC who: • is at least 18 years of age; • is a Canadian citizen; • is a resident within the jurisdiction of the School Board; • is not an employee of the School Board Applications are to be sent to Pat Taylor, Executive Assistant, no later than November 30, 2006. Avon Maitland District School Board 62 Chalk Street, North Seaforth, ON NOK 1 WO Telephone: (519) 527-0111 or 1-800-592-5437 Fax: (519) 527-0222 GEOFF WILLIAMS Director of Education www.yourschools.ca MEG WESTLEY Chair ••■ • m ■ ••• • • Stuart McLean Live From he Vinyl Cafe • • • • • • • STRATFORD Sat. 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