The Times Advocate, 2006-11-22, Page 1414
TIMES—ADVOCATE
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Bring in the NewYear with local united churches
By Rhoda Rohde
THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT
THAMES ROAD - Church Service Jean Hodgert organist
played several different pieces of music before the church ser-
vice commenced. Rev. Judith Ritchie lit the Christ candle and
gave words of welcome, and people passed the Peace. The
Introit Rejoice In the Lord Always was sung. Rev. Judith led in
the call to worship in unison and the prayer responsively.
The opening hymn All People That on Earth was sung. Rev.
Judith read the announcements and lit the red candle for
Peace. The Epistle reading Hebrews 10:11-14 was read by
Rev. Judith. She spent some time with Justin Pym for story
time. Everyone sang May The God of Hope Go With Us. Psalm
138 was read responsively. The choir sang God's Eternal Love
accompanied by the organist Jean Hodgert. The Gospel
Lesson Mark 13:1-8 was read by Rev. Judith.
The hymn Christ Is Made The Sure
Foundation was sung and the Affirmation of
Our Faith "A New Creed was read in unison.
John and Marilyn Pym received the offering and were also the
greeters.
Grant Us, God the Grace was sung and Rev. Judith led in
prayer and also the Prayers of the People. Everyone sang The
Church is Wherever. Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and
pronounced the benediction. Everyone sang the choral bene-
diction and then we went downstairs where the Outreach M.
and S. had prepared a delicious lunch of sandwiches, relishes,
cake and beverages which brought the morning service to a
nice close.
Announcements
Rev. Judith's Expected Hours: Mon., Nov. 20 - Sun., Nov.
26 is very busy, the following is a tentative schedule.
Thurs., Nov. 23 1 - 6 p.m., Fri.,
Nov. 24 The Bethlehem Walk,
Sun., Nov., 26 morning worship,
evening - results of auction,
potluck dinner As usual contact
at home through M& P.
Sunday School Dates: Nov. 26,
Dec. 10 and 17.
Future Events
Nov. 5 - 26 Christian Education
hosting a Silent Auction. Please
bring in items for auction.
Finance Committee to host supper
on Nov. 26 at 6 p.m. Silent
a free will hot dog lunch hosted by the Christian Education
Committee with the money being donated to the M&S Fund
and after, families will be able to make an Advent wreath.
Rev. Judith is looking for decorations for the advent wreaths
(eg. small Christmas Balls, tiny gift boxes such as ones used in
corsages, greenery etc.) Please bring items for Food Bank on
Dec. 3.
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 plan-
ning a communion 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 wisefolks - of all ages and both genders. She is really
praying/hoping for volunteers. Extended family home for the
holidays are welcome to participate.
The Committee of the local United Churches will
be having a joint service on Sun., Dec. 31 at 11
a.m. in the small gym at South huron High School. There will
be a New Year celebration at noon. Praise Band of Jesus
Christ from Acton will be joining the service.
Personals
Sympathy of the community is extended to Paul and Virginia
Warwick and Brett in the sudden passing of Virginia's brother
in law the late Dr. Patrick Wall of New Dundee. He passed
away in China recently.
Get well wishes are extended to Millie Fulton and Earl
Coultis. They are in different hospitals.
THAMES ROAD NEWS
Auction results following the meal.
Sign up sheet for meal on bulletin
board at back of church.
Nov. 24 - Bethlehem Walk at
Kirkton-Woodham Community
Centre at 7:30 p.m. $2 census per
family. Dress for the weather.
Refreshments following the walk.
Dec. 3 - First Sunday of Advent
and White Gift Sunday. Bring a
gift for the Christmas Bureau.
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Attempted car
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morning hours of Nov. 15
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steal a vehicle from Huron Motor
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Exeter. Thieves broke into a
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EXETER — A furnace system
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