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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2006-11-01, Page 17Wednesday, November 1, 2006 TIMES—ADVOCATE 17 Get your tickets for Scott Woods concert Bu Rhoda Rohde THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - On Friday evening the Christian Education Committee looked after the Halloween Party held in the church basement. It was very nicely dec- orated. There were 47 children in the parade and about 50 adults present. The judges were: The Witches of West Wicks; Melonie Miller, Judith Parker, and Sharon Passmore. Halloween awards Ghost, goblins - devils: lst Meagan McVeeney, 2nd Andrew Hodgert. Witches: 1st Andrea Bird, 2nd Kaylee Geiger. Clown: 1st Sean Taylor. Cow girl and horses: 1st Grace Gardiner - Baines, 2nd Jack McCurdy. T.V. and story book, video characters: lst Jackson Soudant, 2nd Stephen Bird. Dracula: 1st Sydney Rowcliffe, 2nd Raymond McKnight. Princess fairy: 1st Milian Robinson, 2nd Chloe Loerzel. Animals: 1st Ella Kelso, 2nd Amanda Hodgert. Movies: 1st Scott Pavkeje, 2nd Zack Kadey. Ninjo: 1st Aaron Ward. Couple: 1st Elizabeth and Lauren Benoit. Others: lst Michael Benoit, 2nd Lexi Soudant Church service Jean Hodgert organist played several tunes on the organ before the service commenced. Rev. Judith Ritchie lit the Christ candle, gave words of welcome and everyone shook hands. Rev. Judith led in the Call to Worship responsively, and the opening prayer in unison. Rev. Judith gave the announcements and lit the red candle for peace. The chil- dren's story was called "Hiding Behind a Mask." Everyone repeated the Lord's Prayer in unison. The hymn Give to Us Laughter was sung. The choir sang Jesus Is The Light accompanied by the organist Jean Hodgert. Helen Kadey read the Gospel Lesson Mark 10:46-52. The title of Rev. Judith's message was "Second Sight." The hymn Open My Eyes was sung. Helen Kadey and Joan Morgan received the offering. Rev. Judith led prayers for the people. The congregation sang the closing hymn Be Thou My Vision. Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and pronounced the benediction. Everyone sang the choral benediction. Rev. Judith's Expected Hours Wed., Nov 1 3 p.m. - after the council meeting, Thurs., Nov 2 - 1 p.m. - after choir, Fri/Sat. - sermon / service prep. - most other times available at home num- ber. Sun., Nov. 5 - Usually available before and after church service. Sunday school dates: Nov. 26, Dec. 10, and 17 Future Events The committee of Local United Churches will be having a joint service on Sun., Dec. 31 at 11 a.m. Location to be announced. Praise Band of Jesus Christ from Acton will be joining the service. Nov. 1 - Standing committees meeting at 7 p.m. followed by council meeting at 8:15 p.m. Nov. 2 - Bethlehem Walk plan- ning meeting at 7 p.m. at Thames Road - Elimville U.C. Nov. 3 - Kirkton U.C. Finance Committee presents Scott Woods Dance Fiddles at 7 p.m. at the Kirkton - Woodham Community Centre. Tickets are $15 each and are available at the Kirkton Market, or call Pam Benoit at 519-229-6931 or Keith Stephens at 519- 229-6410. Nov. 5 - Remembrance Service. Nov. 12 - Baptism Service. Nov. 14 - U.C.W. meeting at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 - Outreach M& S Lunch following the ser- vice. Nov. 24 - Bethlehem Walk at Kirkton-Woodham Community Centre. Dec. 24 - Family Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Sunday at 7 :30 p.m. All God's children are welcome at this special service. Rev. Judith and numerous helpers are planning a com- munion service with a tableau of the Christmas Story instead of a meditation. Although we plan to use real candles with holders at the close of the service, there will be glow sticks for the children. Beware!! Rev. Judith is on the lookout for shepherds, angels and wisefolk - of all ages and both genders. She is really praying and hoping for volunteers. Strong turnout for SH all candidates meeting Continued from page 16 further than merely listening to ratepayers — he said they have to get results. He said he wants to keep the youth in South Huron and they need to be given activities. He said South Huron residents need to remain proud of their community. DeLuca said he wants to make every ratepayer part of the solution and he wants to include residents on committees. "The answers come from you people," he said. DeLuca also spoke in favour of holding a youth symposium and working with seniors. "If you bring in new councillors, you're going to get new ideas, you're going to get better ideas," DeLuca said. Armstrong said he wants to watch spend- ing and keep the municipality progressive. "I stand on my record," he said. Armstrong said South Huron needs to grow and if that happens, "our downtown busi- nesses grow." McMaster also spoke of communicating with the ratepayers. He is spearheading South Huron's `Business Retention and Expansion' program, which will include all sectors of the community. He called it "a tremendous advantage for South Huron." Frayne said two-way communication with residents is important and added he will find answers for them. He also spoke of keeping costs in line. "I'll try to look after the pennies and the dollars will look out for themselves." Public questions Members of the public were also able to ask questions at last week's meeting. Topics included the large garbage pickup, street- lights, property assessment and sidewalks. Mel Winger of Centralia noted some of Fydenchuk's campaign signs mention the large garbage pickup. He asked Fydenchuk if he was going to bring the large garbage pickup back and how it would be paid for. Fydenchuk said almost everyone he has talked to said they want the pickup back. He said the information he puts on his signs reflect the concerns people express to him. Winger asked if those people who want the large garbage pickup to return also want a huge tax increase. Fydenchuk said it will have to be determined how to pay for the ser- vice. Don Winter of Exeter asked if the old committees could be brought back and how Fydenchuk would solve the large garbage pickup. Fydenchuk said council has to listen to the people and find out how to save. He said if the people want a service, it has to be addressed. He suggested Winter ask council why they stopped the pickup "instead of attacking me." Ducharme said he thinks residents are still paying for the large garbage pickup and council didn't explain how money was going to be saved by stopping it. Referring to committees, Ducharme said the community needs a lot more public input. Drew Robertson noted if the large garbage pickup is to continue it will cost tax dollars. He said council initially underestimated the "enthusiasm" with which people place their large garbage at the curb. DeLuca also spoke in favour of having more public input on committees and said council sometimes makes ratepayers feel they are not welcome at meetings. "We can't exclude the people," he said. McMaster said committees are "the roots" of the community and community spirit has been lacking. Clare Wright of Centralia said he feels some of the candidates are running just because of the sewer project and wondered if they plan on cancelling the project if they are elected. "Are you going to screw up what council did with the three contracts or are you going to leave them alone?" he asked. He said if the project is cancelled, it will just make the situation drag on. Fydenchuk again spoke in favour of lobby- ing for funds from the government. He said his lobbying has so far been effective. Faubert said she isn't sure if she would vote to cancel the project if she's elected. She said lobbying for a grant is still taking place and she will continue with that. "I'm going to fight tooth and nail," she said. "If you're going to stall for a year or two, I'm not going to vote for you," Wright said. DEAN DUCHARME FOR MAYOR OF SOUTH HURON OPEN GOVERNMENT WITH INTEGRITY For more information Visit deanducharme.ca Your Choice for Prosperity & Accountability Dean Duc arme 246 Hazelton Lane Exeter, ON NOM 1S3 519-235-4726 Extended family, home for the holidays are welcome to participate. Next week is the first Sunday of the month. Don't forget your items for the Food Bank. Personals On Oct. 13, AnnMarie Hodgert accom- panies her friend Stacey Snow and her family to Cayo Coco Cuba for the wedding of Paul Lavier and Jennifer Begonia. In attendance were Jane MacLean, Jeff and Cathy Musser, Catherine Van Roestel, Dan Van Roestel, Dave and Jackie Miller, Steven Lavier and Michelle, parents of the groom Brent and Rosanne Lavier, and mother of the bride Deborah Begonia. Several friends of the bride and groom were also present, Jay Medeiros, Derek Ho, Jessie Waszczuk, Mark Nethercot and Peggy Carter. A few of the week's activities included snorkeling, speed boating, and a tour of the city of Moron. A good time was had by all. Congratulations to the bride and groom. DREW ROBERT ON for DEPUTY MAYOR SOUTH HURON - Leather - Wool ^- Sheepskin ...and so much more for the Entire Family. Selection...Quality...and Value 1 mile south of BI th 11 . #4 theoldmill.ca 519-523-4595 THE OLD � MILL Small business makes a big difference in this province, providing jobs for more Ontarians than all other businesses combined. To give entrepreneurs a hand, we created the Small Business Agency of Ontario. That is just one of the many ways Ontario is working to give small business owners the information, resources and support they need to succeed. Because what's good for small business is good for all of us. 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