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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2008-03-26, Page 2020 TIMES—ADVOCATE Wednesday, March 19, 2008 Announcements/Community Congregation invited to UCW meeting Apri18 By Rhoda Rhode THAMES ROAD CORRESPONDENT THAMES ROAD - Good Friday Service: A fair crowd attended the Good Friday evening service. Rev. Judith Ritchie lit the red candle for Peace and gave words of welcome and people passed the Peace. The new Introit Tree of Life and Awesome Mystery was sung. Everyone joined in the opening prayer in unison. The choir's anthem was entitled God Paid the Ransom with Beth Cooper singing the verses and the choir singing the choruses, accompanied by the pianist Jean Hodgert. Rev. Judith told Katelyn Parsons about the "cross" and everyone sang the Lord's Prayer in unison. Marilyn Vandenbussche read from Gospel of John 19:1-5. Rev. Judith gave the meditation about the "crown" and placed a crown on the cross. Everyone sang the first verse of Were You There? Marilyn Vandenbussche read from the Gospel of John 19:16b-18 and Rev. Judith gave the meditation of the "cross, the nails" Everyone sang the sec- ond verse of Were You There? Marilyn Vandenbussche read the Gospel of John 19:23-25. Everyone sang the third verse of Were You There? Marilyn Vandenbussche read the Gospel of John 19:28-29 and Rev. Judith held a sponge up to the cross. Everyone sang the vers- es four and five of Were You There? Rev. Judith gave the invitation for communion. Everyone sang Jesus Remember Me and joined in on the communion prayer responsively. Everyone joined in the singing of Eat This Bread. Rev. Judith, Beatrice Dawson, Melonie Miller, Judith Parker, and Marianne Veldman assist- ed with communion Everyone read the prayer after communion and read the affirmation of our faith "A new Creed." Melonie Miller and Judith Parker received the offering and everyone sang You Nourish Us and read the offertory prayer. The choir sang Beneath The Cross of Jesus accom- panied by the pianist Jean Hodgert. Everyone left the church in silence; it was a very impressive service. Easter breakfast Sixty-five people par- took of the Easter break- fast provided by the wor- ship committee namely Beatrice Dawson, Melonie Miller, Judith Parker, Marianne Veldman and spouses. While the breakfast went on a short program was enjoyed. Judith Parker was M.C. Beth Cooper and her daughter Shan played a piano duet. Sharon Passmore gave a stewardship reading. Bill Rohde played the piano and mouth organ. Janis Richardson gave a reading trivia on Easter. Beth Cooper played the piano accompaniment for the children to sing two songs which was much enjoyed. Easter church service The service commenced with the singing of On Easter Day accompanied by Jean Hodgert. Rev. Judith Ritchie lit the Christ candle. The call to wor- ship was in unison. Rev. Judith gave words of wel- come and everyone passed the Peace. The Introit Thine is The Glory was sung. Everyone read the Easter Prayer from the hymn book in unison. Sharon Passmore lit the red candle for Peace. Rev. Judith gave the announce- ments. Rev. Judith then told the children about butterflies and then they made butterflies and coloured them. The Lord's Prayer was sung in unison. The First Lesson Luke 24:1 - 10 "The Resurrection" was read by Rev. Judith. The Second Lesson John 20:3-10 was read by Sharon Passmore. Everyone sang the hymn This Is The Day That God Has Made. The Third Lesson John 20:11-18 "Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene" was read by Rev. Judith. The Fourth Lesson Luke 24:13-16, 29-35 "The Walk to Emmaus" was read by Sharon Passmore. Everyone sang the hymn As We Walked Home At Close of Day. The Fifth Lesson Luke 24:36-43 "Jesus Appears to His Disciples" was read by Rev. Judith. The Sixth Lesson John 20:24-29 "Jesus and Thomas" was read by Sharon Passmore. The Seventh Lesson Matthew 28:16-20 was read by Rev. Judith. The Eighth Lesson 1 Peter 1:3-9 was read by Sharon Passmore. The choir sang He Lives For Evermore accompa- nied the pianist Jean Hodgert. Everyone read affirmation of our faith "A New Creed" in unison. Janet Coward received the offering and everyone sang Grant Us God the Grace, and read the offer- tory prayer. Everyone read "A Prayer for Homes and Families" from the hymn book. Everyone sang the dos- ing hymn Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee. Rev. Judith gave the commissioning and pro- nounced the benediction. The choral benediction May the God of Hope Go With Us and the choir sang An Easter Song. After church an Easter egg hunt was planned for the 10 and under crowd while the adults enjoyed cup cakes and beverages thanks to Rev. Judith. It was a marvelous morning and service. In memory The flowers placed at the front of the sanctuary were there in loving mem- ory of William and Mary Thomson, Henry and Maggie Rohde by Bill and Rhoda. Harold Kerslake by Shirley and family. John and Ethel Selves, Lee Webber by Helen and family. Gordon Stone by Verna and family. Howard and Marg Pym by Grace and family Alvin and Lillian Cooper, Russell Morley by Floyd, Shirley and family. Reg and Grant Hodgert by Jean and family. Floyd Stewart by Margaret and family. Jean Lynn by Elson and family. Bev Delbridge, Henry and Helen Delbridge, Horace and Lavona Delbridge by Bruce, Fred and family. Gilbert and Ruby Duncan, Wilbur and Annie Miller by Ken, Dorothy and fami- ly. Clare Richardson by Don, Janis and family. Lorne, Audrey and Bruce Passmore by Beth and Shan Cooper. Isabelle Cancer fundraiser —The annual Daffodil Day takes place Friday sponsored in Exeter by the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, with all proceeds going to the Huron Perth Cancer Society. Daffodil Day has taken place in Exeter for over 32 years, with a total last year of $5,666. Daffodils will be available at Edward Jones Investments, Holtzmann's Foodland, Hansen's Independent, the Post Office and on Main Street. Daffodils are $6 per bunch or two bunches for $10. Pictured above left atVillageVines Florists are committee members Judy Mock,Verla Russell, Joan Stewart and Barb Beckett. (photo/Scott Nixon) Fletcher by Shorn, Larry and family. Almer and Dennis Passmore by Myrtle and family. Fred and Helen Dawson by Murray and Beatrice. Announcements Lenten tree -instead of a Lenten calendar we will be having a money tree again this year. Donations to go in the gallon jar in basement or to get credit, place an envelope on the collection plate. The finance committee is having a cheese fundraiser campaign for spring. Order forms are included in the newsletter mailing for Easter. Personals Karel Hodgert of Toronto spent the holiday weekend with her cousins Arnold and Marion Cann. Brad Panter of Peterborough spent the holiday weekend with Rick and Judith Parker and fiance Megan Parker. Quite a number of peo- ple from this community attended the Maple Syrup Festival at the Hibbert Township Shed on Saturday. Quite a number of peo- ple from this community called at the Haskett Funeral Home Exeter on Sunday to pay their respect to the late Sam Skinner. Sympathy is extended to his wife Aldeen and family and other relatives. Easter gatherings were held at a lot of different homes over the weekend and on Sunday. T2' Our Valued Customers I South Huron Automotive will be closed April 7 to 11 REOPENING: MON., APRIL 14 Emergencies call Don 519-280-3789 PET ADOPTION BULLETIN Huron OSPCA (Ontario Humane Society) Tango is a shy girl, approximately 4 months in age, who came into the shelter with Zephyr. She is unsure of fast movements right now but is quite affectionate once she is scratched under her chin. Tango gets along well with the other cats in the shelter and loves to chase the balls around with the other kittens. Come see Tango today! TANGO Contact the Huron OSPCA at 519-440-0250 • Open Mon. -Sat. 9-4 at 48 East St. Goderich CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.huronspca.ca to see all the dogs and cats who need loving homes! SPONSORED BY GeoShack Canada Ltd., 240 Thames Rd. W. EXETER 14 YY COME AGON SINCE 1930 Bridal Showcase TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2008 SOUTH HURON RECREATION CENTRE DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 P.M. FREE ADMISSION To register call Brenda 519-229-8176 or Faye 519-228-7053 www bridalshowcase.ca • Fashion Show by BK's Bridal, Listowel • Door prizes • Special Displays • Gift Bags for Every Bride • FREE ADMISSION • GRAND DOOR PRIZE - Captivating matching wedding bands from Bakelaar Jewellers. WALK-INS WELCOME THAT EVENING Welcome Wagon would like to thank the sponsors for this showcase: •Above & Beyond Wedding • Oakwood Resort, Golf, Spa Styles and Conference Centre • Aloette Skin Care • O.M.A. C. 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