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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1989-12-20, Page 28Eighty children take part Sunday, December 10 saw approximate- front of the church. Then they went up into ly 80 children take part in the Annual the choir loft so they could see the other White Gift Service. The morning began at children participating in the service. The 10,45 a.m. when Mary and Joseph (Vickie following children were angels Stacey But- Bisback and Shane Pepper) took their son, Erin Campbell, Krista Campbell, places at the front of the sanctuary as part Cecelia Corbett, Sarah Miller, Megan of the nativity scene. The chtu-ch had been Preszcator, SaraStoll, Rachel Wood, Tara beautifully decorated for the Christmas Campbell, Becky Corbett, Dawn Corbett season with large poinsettias. The simply and Meghan Hayten but lovely decorated Christmas tree stood Once the angels were settled, the off to one side. The nativity scene was Ah."-^ came forward to sing simple with a crude manger being a focal "Away In a Manger" to the baby Jesus point. Once the nursery department and which Mary and Joseph took turns holding. the Junior choir had filed in, a little girl Each nursery student had a beautiful (Erin Traquair) walked up to the front of sparkling blue and silver halo on. Jennifer the church, She took a special white Masse, Jamie Reaburn, Kim Taylor and package from under the Christmas tree. It Erin Trequair from the Junior Choir knelt turned out to be a baby doll symbolizing down with the nursery class to help them the Christ child. Erin carefully placed the sing the lullaby. They, too, hung their syrn- doll in the manger and then returned to bols en the Jesse tree when they had her seat. finished singing. The next scripture readers Rev. Wright invited Louise Wood to were Cathy Corbett and Leann Consitt who come forward to light the Second Advent read the story "The Shepherds and the Candle. Afterwards, he spoke briefly about Angels" - Luke 2:8-20. the importance of the Mission and Service As "While Shepherds Watched Their fund in the work of the United 'Church Flocks" was being played on the piano, the Jason Corbett opened the service by ring- shepherds entered from the rear of the ing a bell and giving words of welcome. sanctuary. They were Jeff Rathwell, Jay Janine Hayter then led everyone in the call MaBette, Steve Forrest, Gerry Corbett, to worship after which Karrie Consitt led Allan Mallette, Craig Traquair, Scott For - the congregation in the Prayer of Ap- rest, Benjamin Reaburn, Josh Fields and proach. The opening hymn, announced by Adam Miller. Jeff, Jay and Steve read a Kerrie was "The Huron Carol", rhyme about finding Jesus. Afterwards, The first scripture readers were Vickie they, too, hung their symbols on the Jesse Bisback (Mary) and Shane Pepper trees. The final scripture readers were (Joseph) who read "Mary's Song of Dennis Noakes and Jennifer McGee who Praise" - Luke 1:46-55 and "The birth of read about the "Visitors from the East" - Jesus" - Luke 2:1-7 respectively. The Old Matthew 2: 1-12. The Wisemen, Bill Testament readings were Isaiah 52:7-10 Hayter, Shawn Wurm and Thomas Scot - read by Janet Traquair and Isaiah 11: 1-2 chmer spoke about the star as they read by Peter Owen Bisback, Peter Owen's entered the sanctuary. Thomas presented scripture reading spoke about the Jesse Jesus with the gift of Peace, Shawn Tree. Melissa Timmerman and Jodie presented the gift of love and Bill, the gift McGee then came forward and spoke of friendship. Jaime McGee and Mindy about the importance of the Jesse Tree. Bell then spoke about the giving of gifts Jesse was the father of King David an and why it is important to do so. The Sun- aneestnr of .leans and he cvmhnikes the day School students then brought forward importance of our roots. Even in their their White Gifts and presented them to despair the Israelites knew that their the Baby Jesus. saviour would come, that the root of Jesse A special presentation to the Sunday would send forth a new shoot.. Following School Superintendent of the Wlburn United this background information the congrea- Church (St. Marys), Mrs. Diane Pearson, tion sang Angels From the Realms of was made by the Hensall Superintendent Glory". During the last verse the angels Glenn Hayter. As part ' of our local appeared from the front and rear en- outreach program the Hensall Sunday trances to the santuary. The two "lead" School made a purchase of a flip chart, a angels were Terry -Lynn Elder and Anita tape machine for music and two flannel Phillips. These angels led the little ones in boards for the Welburn Sunday School a responsive reading around the manger. ' Mrs. Pearson explained that Welburn has Afterwards, each angel hung a Jesse tree about 32 students enrolled in their Sunday symbol on one of the bare branches at the School and about 30 families as members THE HURON EXPOSITOR, DECEMBER 20, 1989 — 9A in White Gift Service pleased to be able to 'extend our outreach to a church' school in need of support. Glenn also wanted the congregation to show their appreciation to the teachers and helpers of the Sunday School for their con- tinued hard work and dedication. Jamie Reaburn announced the collection of the offering and Tara Pepper and Lori Gould both read the Offertory prayer. The Junior Choir Anthem "Good News Good News" was sung by Peter Owen Bisback, Anne Peckham, Tara Peppr, Lori Gould, Heather Wood, Amy Wood, Louise Wood, Nicole Miller, Jamie Reaburn, Erin Tra- quair, Janet Traquair, Jennifer Masse, Meliesa Masse, Cara Gardner, Kari Taylor, Lisa Campbell and Katie Rathwell. Instead of wearing their choir gowns, each choir member was dressed very festively in either green or red! Cara Gardner read the closing congrega- tional prayer and led the congregation in the Lord's prayer. Everyone sang "0 Come All Ye Faithful" and Rex Wright with his faithful sidekick Fred concluded the service with the Benediction and Three Fold Amen. It was another beautiful White Gift Service. And once again the organizers and teachers are to be con- gratulated: Debbie Wood, choir director; Pam Mallette and Angie Bell, Nursery department; Elaine, Joan and Jonathan Corbett, Kindergarten department; Susan Stoll, Derick McGee and Mark Brock, Primaries; Joanne Rowcliffe, Juniors; Beth McGee. Intermediates; Evelyn Elder and Laura Wright, Seniors and Glenn Hayter, Superintendent. Everyone will cer- tainly be looking forward to next year's service! The Sanctuary was decorated with flowers from the funeral of Mrs. Rose Har- ris a long time dedicated member of the Hensall United Church. Our sympathies are extended to Bill and Pat Noakes and family. Cranbrook Institute holds party Cranbrook Correspondent MRS. MAC ENGEL 7445 On Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. the Women's Institute held a Community Christmas party at the hall. Eighty six neighbors and friends sat down to a turkey dinner. The turkey was provided by the In- stitute with the remainder of the meal donated by the guests. Ralph and Sheila Adams from Atwood, conducted a program of games, during which one poor little poinsettia did a lot of travelling in search of a good home. This was followed by a TV quiz show, in- terrupted by advertising commercials by all the local businesses we knew about, and some that we didn't. The Christinas meeting of the Women's Missionary Society of Knox Church began with a potluck meal at noon at the home of the President, Mrs. Stuart Stevenson. Ten members, four visitors and two children enjoyed the variety of food. Santa Claus in to visit Dublin youth Dublin Correspondent MRS. DON MACRAE 345-2842 or 345-2140 DRAPERIES °VERTICALS °VENETIANS °PLEATED SHADES McMaster Siemon INSURANCE A BROKERS INC. j ` Auto • Home • Farm Branch Manager BILL (WM.) SIEMON COMMERCIAL & LIFE INSURANCE P.O. Box 488 Call Colles eN Onterlo Rd.. Hue, 948.9158 MITCHELL. Ont. 948-9817 Following the meal the meeting was held. Eleanor opened the meeting with a poem. The Christmas Story Luke 2: 1-20 was read in unison. The roll call was a Christmas poem or story and interesting items were given. The Hymn Joy to the World, Away in a Manger, and Silent Night were sung with readings between. All joined in reading 'It came upon the Midnight Clear. The business included minutes read by Yvonne Knight and election of officers for 1990. Pres., Eleanor Stevenson vice-pres. - not filled, secretary Freda Crawford, treasurer Lois Hart. Friendship and service and press reporter Annie Engel, Glad Tidings, Marion Smith, The Bentley Christmas was held on Sun- day, Dec. 10 in the Community Centre. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Cummins, Toronto, visited on the weekend with Suart and Mrs. Stevenson. Lori Starr and friend, Kitchener, visited Don and Mrs. Cotton- Wilfred and Mrs. Strickles visited Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Dickson, Palmerston, on Sunday. Cranbrook W.I. catered to the Grey Twp. Council Christmas party on December 9 in the Community Centre. Santa Clans was in town last Thursday evening. His helpers were Inspecting Trustee Jerry Murray, Hydro Chairman Don MacRae and Secretary Graham. Leslie. The elves were Mary Anne Saunders and Lynn Feeney. Santa was 'Guess who?' They distributed treats to the 'children and seniors of the village, come •pliments of the Police Village. Matt McCreight returned home last Mon- day (one week ago) from the Stratford Hospital. Mrs. Olga Eckert remains.a patient in St. Joseph's Hospital, London. Visitors with Mrs. Katie Murray on the weekend were her granddaughter Miss Lisa Murray from Waterloo and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Feeney, St. Marys. With Mrs. Millie Evans for the weekend were Bill and Mary Evans, Niagara Falls. Frank Benn also called in from Florida. Grace and Dominic Murray from Seaforth visited on Sunday. Don and I send Christmas blessings to you and your families and a happy and healthy New Year are wished to everyone. Kindly phone (345-2842) on your holiday activities. 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