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The Brussels Post, 1975-12-17, Page 6'Blankets- Glen. Wile Satin bound, and Whipped edge. .blankett. of Virgin WOOL orgy at Bainton's wilt, r you. find, Such. luxurious quality .made from our selected super wools. • ALL SIZES Huron-Perth Presbytery of the United Church of Canada met at St. John's , Stratford recently when the chairman, Rev. Bert Daynard, presided. Special guests were the ,President of London Conference, Rev. Burton Crowe and Ms Marilyn Day, of Stratford, who was. Huron-Perth's representative in the 50th Anniversary Youth Exchange. Rev. Crowe spoke of the need for lay people to witness in conversation, in decisions at work, and in attitudes. He stated that "no professional clergy can hope to do what the church is called to do - it requires the whole body of believers". The role of the clergy is to be "enablers, script-writers, encouragers". All Christians "are called to be a Christ to others" - to uncover and nurture the best in all people. Ms Day, an intern at Kitchener-Waterloo Hospital, spent four weeks in South. Korea last summer. She showed slildes and discussed her experiences with. Korean families and churches. She stated that S. Korea is a country in transition from a rural to a mixed economy. Only ten per cent of the population is Christian. ,The devotion of many of these people is impressive. One theological Seminary has a slit in its flag until the Dean and all students imprisoned for human , rights activities are released. The military is everywhere and passengers are regularly frisked on boarding the Korean Airways. Despite the tense political situation, however, she remembers the experience with enthusiasm. Next year the young people of the, six countries visited by United Church youth this year will visit in Canada. She summed up: "When I think of Korea I think of friends, not distance. The world is smaller than I thought." Another young person, Jim Beecroft, reported on a Yoilth Colloquim held at Cedar Glen. He reported that the London Conference representatives felt an acute need for some sort of organization for the 18 - 24 yr. age range. To that end a weekend gathering.is planned for May 14 - 16, 1976. The Resource Centre, now in Ontario Street Church, Clinton, will be the site of a PreviewDay on January 6, 1976 from 2 - 5 and 7 - 10 p.m. (duplicate programs). Available films; filmstrips cassettes and publications willb e on view with the Leadership Development Teamto assist with any particular needs. Rev. Wesley Ball reported that the Church in Society Committee has begun plans for a Seminar on capital Punishment with M.P.P. Murray Gaunt. Rev. Bert Daynard reported on the "Wise Land Use" Seminar at Brucefield. About 45 persons, attended each session. There was a consensus on seeing land as "precious". Dr. Allan Churchill took the position that it should be used "for God's sake" while Mr. Wm. Heine, Editor of the London Free Press, thought it should be used "with enlightened self- interest" for man's sake. The conclusion was reached that in order to save themselves people are goihg to have to save the world's resources but no one wants to make .any sacrifices. Dr. Ross Crosby pointed out to the court that The World Council of Churches is meeting in Nairobi with official Roman CAtholic representatives for the first time. The major social issue to be discussed is funds to minorities. Rev. Maurice Francis, reporting on World Outreach Board meetings, that there is still t e time a need for missionaries althoug some countries are trying become more self-sukainin Three fraternal delegates, fro *Brazil, Kenya and. North Ind' attended the Meetings. A list resource people available with the Presbytery, to talk aim) missions, was distributed. The Reverends Fred Faist o St. John's, Stratford and. Leonar Warr of Victoria Street, Goderich requested retirement as of Jun 30, 1976. Dr, Ross Crosby and hi congregation at St. Mary requested a postponement o retirement for one year. Thes were all approved. The Finance Co mmitte reported that new methods o receiving offerings, such as credi cards or bank transfers wer "possible" but "no recommended because of what it does to worship". The Presbytery will meet next in February in Centralia. Presbytery meeting hears Christians should witness all FOR EIGHTY YEARS THE BAINTON FAMILY HAS CARRIED ON A UNIQUE WOOL AND LEATHER BUSINESS IN THIS OLD LANDMARK. COME IN AND SEE SOME OF HURON COUNTY'S HERITAGE. Enjoy shopping with a difference in our old world atmosphere GIFTS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Leather & Suede DRESS COATS.* CAR. 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