HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2018-6-28, Page 7THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018. PAGE 7.
Credit union representatives brief UCW on scams
Helen Lobb, Joan Whyte, Lena
Nesbitt, Sherry Postma and Kittie
MacGregor led the meditation at the
June 18 gathering of the
Londesborough UCW. "The Wonder
of Each Human Being" was the
theme of the meditation.
Our world is the result of a series
of miracles. Everything in this world
began with God's goodness. In the
beginning there was God and now
we have this beautiful creation and
Taking off
Hullett Central Public School held its junior track and field
competitions in the second last week of school. Above, at
the standing long jump pit, Emmett Shortreed generates
some momentum for his jump while Everett Cherrey looks
On. (Denny Scott photo)
each of us. Every human being,
regardless of race, gender or status,
is one of God's marvellous
creations. Each of us, like
snowflakes, are different. We are all
wonderfully made. And God is
always telling us, if we listen, that
each of us is special, a miracle. And
that we have value.
To reinforce this idea that we are
important we said aloud a mantra we
were encouraged to remember, "0
What a Miracle Am I". Then each of
the ladies present were asked to
write down three things they
consider are special about
themselves. By appreciating the
wonder of ourselves we come to a
fuller appreciation of all creation.
Psalm 139:1-18 was the scripture
passage read and the hymn "This Is
My Father's World" was sung.
Through prayer, God was asked to
open the eyes of the ladies present to
the wonder of being His child and to
value themselves.
Sandy Dearling and Katie Glavin
from the Clinton branch of Libro
Credit Union were guests that
evening to speak about fraud and
identity theft. They warned the
ladies that there are people and
businesses who actually make a
living scamming people. Scammers
today are very savvy using phones,
computers and social media in new
and creative ways.
Scams are not new, but the people
orchestrating them have found new
ways to victimize folk. The guests
encouraged everyone to use all
possible measures to prevent
becoming a victim and they gave
many helpful suggestions as to how
to protect ourselves.
Scammers are successful because
people are embarrassed to admit
they have been a victim. Sandy
noted that knowledge is power and
that by talking about a scam, credit
institutions and the police can search
out the sources and close them
down.
Institutions like Libro and your
credit card companies are constantly
reviewing accounts for suspicious
activities in order to protect their
clients and shut down culprits. The
two guests were quite informative
and handed out packets that
contained much information on how
to make life secure.
A great piece of advice shared was
to encourage young people, in their
teenage years, to approach credit
institutions for advice about
handling their money.
President Bev Riley led a short
business meeting. If anyone is still
interested in joining the group going
to see the play in Blyth on Aug. 8
give Joan Goodall a call. The
summer event at Siloam United
Church is July 21. You might give
Joan Whyte a call if you are
interested in going. The next
meeting will be Sept. 17.
FROM LONDESBORO
Fletcher extends
thanks to church
Rev. Mary Fletcher extends her
heartfelt thanks to everyone who
helped with the celebration of
Terry's life on Saturday, June 16.
David Kai and Marly Brown
conducted the morning service at
Londesborough United on June 24.
Londesborough United will have
no services during the month of July.
Services will resume on Aug. 5. Paul
and Nancy Buttar will be leading
that service. The church office will
be closed until July 31.
There will be no "coffee and
conversation" gatherings for the
month of July.
There are only a few more days
left in the 2017/2018 school year.
The young folk in the village are
feeling more care -free with the
holidays approaching and the
summer weather here, so be cautious
as you drive about the area.
Just a note that relates to the report
about the UCW. Credit
institutions/banks are all interested
in preventing their clients being
scammed. I would expect all of them
Synergy
A craft show and sale was hosted at the Londesborough Community Hall on Saturday and
offered a chance for organizers to pair with the Londesborough Lions Club. The event featured
a barbecue lunch by the community service group as well as an opportunity for visitors to
admire and possibly buy some handmade items from local makers. (Denny Scott photo)
should have information you might
access for the asking. So if you are
concerned stop by and see.
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Atwood Lions
61st Annual
CANADA DAY CELEBRATION
Sunday, July 1
PORK BARBECUE
Completely Homemade Meal
4:00 to 7:00 pm
at Elma Community Centre
Adults $15 * Extra chop $5;
Child 12 & under $5.
SPORTS EVENTS & GAMES
Mushball Tournament - Kids' Games - Bingo
Rides and Bouncers - Balloon Art
Clowns - Face Painting - Carousel Swing
Free Public Swimming
GIANT PARADE
Starts at 12:30 pm -- Call 519-356-2867
ENTERTAINMENT
Bavarian Gardens following parade
BX93 Open Air VIDEO DANCE
Friday, June 29 - 10 pm start
$10. in advance $15. at the door
NON-SMOKING EVENTS
Call for more information
519-356-2488 519-492-0360 519-356-2392