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The Citizen, 1989-10-25, Page 25Dig in Jill Walden, (front), prepares to dig in at the Trinity Anglican Church Beef supper at Bly th Memorial Hall Thursday night. Betty Battyecontemplates what tempting dish tosample next. The annual event raises money for church work. Racism topic of UCW The Sunshine Unit of the Blyth U.C.W. held its October meeting Thursday, Oct. 12 in the church parlour. Pat Sparling and Alma McCal­ lum lead in worship using Thanks­ giving as their theme. Pat gave a reading entitled “Thanksgiving”. “Come Ye Thankful People, Come” was sung. The scripture reading, read by Alma, was taken from the Psalms, followed by meditation on the Thanksgiving theme. Pat lead in prayer and “Will Your Anchor Hold” was sung. Pat closed with a reading entitled, “Thoughtful Thanks­ giving”. Catherine Caldwell gave the study on racism and prejudice in the church. She said if you were asked “is there prejudice and racism in the church” you would probaby say “no”. Then she gave a number of startling instances that a minister from India had encounter­ ed. She said as a church we should speak out against it as it is here. Lenora Davidson presided for the business portion of the meeting in the absence of Bea Chambers and Evalena Webster, co-leaders. Lenora opened with a reading “Harvest Bonanza”. Feme Mc­ Dowell gave the secretary’s report and Vera Hesselwood, the financial report. Roll call was answered by 25 using a verse with thanks in it. Shut-in visits were recorded. Mem­ bers were reminded of the Harvest Bonanza being held from October 19-21 and about the church fowl supper on October 27. Tickets may be purchased from Webster’s Clothing Store or any member of the board of stewards. Sunshine bags are to be in at the November meeting. The meeting closed with the U.C.W. benediction and singing grace. A delicious lunch was served by Mary Howson, Vera Hesselwood and Marie Toll. Hospital volunteers praised for dedicated service The Auxiliary to the Clinton Public Hospital opened its October meeting with the auxiliary prayer. President Patrician Carrier ex­ tended a warm welcome to Auxil- ians and their guests. She express­ ed pleasure at having Mrs. Alice Moore, Regional 2 Chairman and Regional Secretary Mrs. Fran Taylor as the special guests. Reports on workshops given at Region 2 Conference held in Guelph were reported on by Leona Towton, who attended. President Kathleen Siertsema reported on Myths of Mental Illness; and Vice-President Rae McFarlane re­ ported on Agoraphobia (a fear ot open spaces). Kathleen Siertsema also report­ ed on the Penny Sale success. It’s the major fundraiser of the auxi­ liary and the money raised will go towards the final payment of $7,000 for the Gastroscope. Sincere thanks was extended to the merchants of the area who donated gifts and to other donors who donated gifts and made money donations. Doreen Nogalo, on the Gift Shop reported they are trying extended hours for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 in the evening and on Monday and Satur­ day 1:30 to 4 p.m. For knitters, sizes 2-3-4 are required for hats, mittens and slippers. Membership in the auxiliary is $2.00 a year. Volunteers must have membership cards to be covered by hospital insurance while working in the hospital. The H.A.A.O. Convention will be held Oct. 28 - Nov. 2 at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto. Two Auxilians will attend along with four teen volunteers. Mrs. Alice Moore, our Regional 2 Chairman, brought greetings from Region 2. In her address, she complimented auxilians of small hospitals (under 100 beds) for their dedicated, hard-working volun­ teers. Clinton has 60 active mem­ bers who volunteered 4022 hours. Teen volunteers also received acco­ lades for hours spent in the hospital in excess of 1700 hours. She raised a thought-provoking question, “What compels a person to become a volunteer?” Retired men and women could do a tremendous job by giving a few hours as a volunteer. Margaret Coventry thanked Alice Moore for attending the meeting. The next meeting will be Monday, November 6 at 10 a.m. Belgrave bazaar Nov. 10 The October meeting of the Belgrave Anglican Church Women was held at the home of Mrs. Adryss Johnston, Wingham. The president, Mrs. Ardyss Johnston, opened with the mem­ bers prayer and Lord’s prayer. The meditation was “The Persistant Cat”. Mary Isabel Nethery read scripture from Luke 18: 1-8. The study was on Thanksgiving from Luke 17 given by Nancy Jardin. The bazaar and lunch was changed to Friday, November 10 at 2 p.m. at the W.I. Hall, Belgrave. Gladys Van Camp gave a reading “Home has a Heart”. The meeting closed with prayer and grace followed by a delicious lunch served by Ardyss. Music and praise theme of anniversary The 113th Anniversary of Brus­ sels United Church proved to be a very special day for members, friends and visitors attending the morning and evening services. The congregation at the morning service was honoured to have the Rev. Roger McCombe as the guest minister. He is an Anglican priest, high school teacher and a chaplain with the Ingersoll Police Force. His sermon “Are you ready to wash feet” was presented in a down-to- earth manner and his sense of humor much enjoyed. A special offering was received from the children of the Church School. They have been involved with the Shoe Project and their offering will be used to ease world hunger. The Excelsior Quartet from the Listowel Sweet Adelines sang several well-known selections and music before the service was provided by Mrs. Grace Jutzi at the piano. The theme of the evening service' was Music and Praise. Special guests were the Bender Family from Wroxeter and their inspira­ tional music was well received. The senior choir presented anthems, duets, trios and quartets, and congregational singing also was a part of service. The Rev. Cam McMillan noted that it had been a full and rewarding day for everyone and thanked all those who had participated. Const. Marshall talks to 4H club by Cheri Kryzanowski On October 17, the members of the Auburn Home and Farm Safety Club met at the home of Regina Campbell at 6:45. This meeting was all about drug use and abuse. The meeting was opened with the 4H pledge and carried on with the reading of the minutes and roll call. At this meeting, Constable John Marshall discussed with members, the use of drugs, includ­ ing prescription drugs and illegal drugs, why people use drugs and alcohol, and the effect drugs and smoking have on the human body, including addiction and the des­ truction of important organs. He then proceeded to tell them about the new V.I.P. program for next year. Constable Marshall then showed members the two new videos for the grades 5 and 6 program and the grades 7, 8 and 9 program, and also the drug sample kit. Everyone benefitted from Con­ stable Marshall’s presentation and members would like to thank him for teaching them about alco­ hol and drugs. Meeting six was held on October 24. Melville Presbyterian Church BRUSSELS ANNIVERSARY SERVICE OCTOBEP 29,1989 Guest Preacher: Rev. Gordon A. Beaton 11 A.M. Worship NoServiceat Belgrave, October 29,1989 ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA October 29/89 Trinity 24 HOLY EUCHARIST REV. DAVID FULLER B.A.M. DIV. 9:30a.m. 11:15a.m. Trinity, Blyth St. John’s, Brussels HURON CHAPEL MISSIONARY CHURCH AUBURN PASTOR JAMES H. CARNE S26-7S15 10 a.m. Family Bible School 11 a.m. Morning Worship 8 p.m. - Evening Service Wed., 8 p.m. - Prayer and Bible Study Fri. 7:30 p.m. - Youth Sat. 10:30 a.m. - Kids Klub BLYTH CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH HIGHWAY 4, BLYTH Rev. W. H. Lammers Sunday at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sunday School 11:00a.m. The Church of the ‘ ‘ Back to God Hour’ ’ and ‘ ‘ Faith 20’ ’ Back to God Hour 10:30a.m. CKNX, Sunday Faith20 5:00a.m. weekdays, Global T.V. ALL VISITORS WELCOME HURON SUPERIOR MEMORIALS “Established over 60 years” Serving Blyth, Brussels and all of Huron County Neil Elliott 153 High Street, Clinton Bus. 482-9441 Res. 482-1748 Evening appointments available r AMEMORiALoTLASTING BEAUTY NELSON MONUMENTS Ltd. 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