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Home My WebLink AboutThe Times Advocate, 2007-07-04, Page 1616 Exeter Times -Advocate Wednesday, July 4, 2007 Barbecue in Centralia July 22 By Mary Peterson CENTRALIA CORRESPONDENT CENRALIA - Hi everyone, I hope that you enjoyed cele- brating Canada's 140th birthday this past weekend. We are very fortunate to live in this wonderful country! On Sunday, July lst, Rev. Ray Hagerman returned to Centralia United Church to lead worship for a combined congregation from Centralia and Zion West. He wel- comed everyone, lit the Christ Candle, and led the Call to Worship. Judy Mills provided accompani- ment for the hymns, including "The King of Love My Shepherd Is", "Tell Me the Stories of Jesus", "We Have This Ministry", and "I the Lord of Sea and Sky". Scripture readings were 2 Chronicles 7:11-22 and Psalm 107. As the children were busy else- where enjoying Canada Day activi- ties, the adults enjoyed Rev. Ray's story and his sermon"Canada Day Thoughts". Worship continues in July at 10:00 a.m. for combined worship for Centralia and Zion West United Churches. On July 8, Dave Williams will lead worship at Zion. Rev. Ray Hagerman will return to Centralia on July 15. Rev. Ray will lead worship at Zion on July 22. Looking for an enjoyable barbe- cue to avoid heating your kitchen during the summer? On July 22nd, bring your family and friends to a Beef Barbecue at Centralia United Church from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a delicious meal including home- made pies. For tickets, call Judy Mills (228-6704) or Larry Skirmer (229-6304). The cost for adults is $12 and for children (age 6 to 12) it's $6. There are many people in the community who are dealing with major challenges in their lives. As you enjoy the summer, please keep these people in your prayers. Mark your calendars with Bible School dates By Joan Beierling VARNA CORRESONDENT VARNA - Canada Day Service was celebrated at the Varna Church on Sunday July 1. Joyce Dowson led the worship. Congregational and community prayers go out to Pastor Elly Van Bergen and her fiance Ivan Dow on the passing of Ivan's brother Nelson. Funeral service was on Sunday. Anniversary wishes were extended to Bill and Linda Linfield celebrating 38 years. Happy birthday was sung to Elmer Hayter celebrating a birth- day this week. Following the service, ice cream sundaes were enjoyed despite the chilly winds outside. Thanks Joyce for taking the service for Elly. Next Sunday, July 8, is UCW Celebration Sunday. Collecting is being done for the bridal shower in honour of Erin Keys and her forthcoming mar- riage. This bridal shower will be held July 18 at the Goshen Church at 7:30 p.m. The annual picnic service will be held at the Complex on July 29 . Vacation Bible School is held in Brucefield United Church Aug 7-10 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Please regis- ter by July 3. Volunteers are needed and registration forms are available at the four Churches or call Caroline at 236-4826 or Sue at 233-3252. A reminder of the Varna UCW din- ner and theatre outing on Aug. 23. Please let Ruth Johntson or Bernice Reid know if you would like to go as soon as possible. The Armstrong Reunion was held this past weekend and was a success for visiting and reminiscing. Congratulations to Ron Armstrong and Julie Armstrong for all the hard work put into the beautiful book "Descendants of Rainey Armstrong". Books are still available by calling Greg Armstrong at 263-5393 or Jean Armstrong at 263-6203. These books would make a great anniver- sary or Christmas gift. Special thanks to the committee members in the Armstrong Colours. And a very special thank you to Jean, Greg and Pat Armstrong and family for all the extra hard work.!! Please anyone with any important news of anything you would like printed please call me before Sunday night at 233-7443. Committee looking for volunteers By Rhoda Rohde Sydney and Mitchell Rowcliffe THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Rev. Judith Ritchie was in charge on July 1, Dominion Day Church Service. Rev. Judith lit the Christ candle and gave words of welcome and everyone `Passed the Peace'. She also led in the Call to Worship responsively. Everyone read the opening prayer in unison. Marilyn Vandenbussche lit the red candle for peace. Everyone sang 'Oh Canada'. Rev. Judith read the Old Testament lesson II Kings 2:1-2, 6- 14. Judith had a red stole on and she told the youth a story about Canada and the youth made flags which were well done. Judith Parker and Beth Cooper sang the first verse of the anthem "God's Wonderful Gardens of Love" and the rest of the choir sang the remaining verses accompanied by the pianist Marilyn Vandenbussche. The epistle lesson Galatians 5:1, 13-25 was read by Marilyn Vandenbussche. Helen Kadey and Zachary received the offering and Karen Etherington brought a bag of food forward for the food bank. brought the flags forward they had made which were really good. Rev. Judith gave the commission- ing and pronounced the benediction. Everyone sang the choral amen. Everyone enjoyed cupcakes and cold beverage provided by Rev. Judith. Announcements Church services for the month of July will be held in the church base- ment. It is hoped that they will make it easier for those with limited mobil- ity to attend church. July 16 - Out of Cold Program - the Outreach Committee is looking for four volunteers to help out starting around 4-4:30 p.m. If interested please contact Joan Skinner at 235- 1379. Personals Bill and Rhoda Rohde attended the sixth birthday party for their great granddaughter Kaylee Geiger at the Old Homestead Park near Bayfield on Sunday. Her birthday is the first of July. Happy birthday to Kaylee. Happy birthday to Jim Cottle on July 1; Tammy Steinback July 2, Corey Smith July 4; Brandon Millar July 5; Lori Richardson July 7; Jean Hodgert July 8 and Amber Cooper July 9. Crediton fastball team win three of four CREDITON - The Crediton jr./int. fastball team won three out of four games over the past two weeks. The local team's only loss was due to the London Rebels' pitch- er who recorded 14 strikeouts throughout the game. Crediton 12 vs Byron Jrs. 2 Even with weary bodies after a weekend tourney, London could not stop the Crediton team with a deci- sive 12 to 2 win. Kathy Glen led her team at the plate going four for four with a home run and three singles. One of the sin- Jessica gles was a nicely -placed bunt which after errors allowed Glen to score at home. Kerri Fulton and Cathy Conlin's bats were also on fire with a triple and two singles apiece. Angie Gould went three for four at the plate and a double and a single came from the bat of Jessica Davies. Two single hits apiece came from Amber Preszcator and Pertschy. Marianne Scott pounded out a double in the fourth inning. Carie Pertschy was strong in the pitcher's position going the distance for Crediton. Crediton 7 vs Dorchester 0 The bats remained alive and steady for Crediton when they mercied Dorchester in five innings by a score of 7-0. Angie Gould almost went the cycle going three for three with a home run, triple and single. Carrie Dixon also went three for three with a double and two singles. Amber Preszcator pounded out a double and a single while two single hits apiece came from the bats of Cathy Conlin and Nikki Cyr. Kerri Fulton and Rachel Michielsen added sin- gle hits apiece. Jessica Davies played strongly as shortstop with a double play and some key catches. Carrie Dixon went the distance for Crediton notching two strikeouts. Crediton 1 vs London Rebels 4 A fast -paced game found Crediton playing a very strong defensive game with key catches and plays but could not seem to 'wake up' the bats falling behind with 14 strikeouts against Davies them. Only three of the Crediton players were able to reach base with Kerri Fulton on a walk, Marianne Scott with a triple and Jessica Davies bringing in Scott for the only run of the game after hitting a double. Marianne Scott pitched very strongly for Crediton going the distance. Crediton 8 vs Oakridge 0 Crediton came out flying against Oakridge both defensively and offen- sively. The local team scored runs in five out of the seven innings. Marianne Scott led her team going four for four with four singles. Cathy Conlin scored all three times she hit singles. Kathy Glen pounded out a triple and single with Kerri Fulton adding a double and single. Angie Cathy Conlin Gould and Amber Preszcator both added triples, a double by Megan Preszcator and a single hit by Jessica Davies clinched the win.. Marianne Scott again pitched strongly for Crediton, going the distance notching four strikeouts. Carie HUNDREDS OF QUALITY ITEMS BE SOLD IN 3 HOURS! 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