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The Citizen, 1997-10-29, Page 17PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29,1997. B elgraveThe news from 23 come out for WI meeting • rbCompiled by Linda Campbell Phone 357-2188 Rev. talks of Bartimaeus John and Lois Anderson greeted worshippers at Knox United Church on Sunday, Oct. 26, the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost. In charge of nursery was Shannon Cook and Melanie Pletch. Rev. Mary Jane Hobden welcomed everyone. This was followed by the singing of I'll Fly Away and Just a Closer Walk with Thee for song time. The silent meditation was followed by "The Call to Worship" read responsively and "Prayer of Approach" and "Prayer of Confession" in unison. Amazing Grace was the chosen hymn sung by the congregation. The choir of mixed voices sang Look Down, accompanied by Elizabeth Procter at the piano. The Old Testament reading was taken from Job 42: 1-6, and 10-17 followed by the singing of the hymn Jesus Loves Even Me. The children gathered in the front pews for story time. The theme was based on "Reformation" and what it is. Il is a reformed church. It is God's dream to save love, peace and all the world. The children adjourned to the basement for Sunday School. The Responsive Psalm 34: 1-8 was read. The Gospel lesson was taken from Mark 10: 46-52 followed by the singing of the hymn Be Thou My Vision. Rev. Hobden's sermon centred on Bartimaeus, the blind man. Everyday he sal by the road and asked the people who passed by to give him money. One day he heard a lot of people passing by and they told him that Jesus was coming. Bartimaeus began calling "Jesus". Jesus heard him. He stopped and asked him what he could do for him. Bartimaeus replied, "Please make my eyes see." Then Jesus said, "Your eyes may see because you believed." All of a sudden, Bartimaeus could see. He could see all the colours and shapes, all the people, and Jesus. He praised God and all the people praised God, too. Ken Procter and Paul Walker took up the collection, followed by the offertory song All That I Am, the Prayers of the People and The Lord's Prayer. The closing hymn Pass Me Not, the Sending Forth, Commissioning and three-fold Amen, "Go Now in Peace" brought the service to a close. People Rev. Peter and Nancy Tucker spent several days with Mabel Wheeler on their return from visiting a few days in Britain. Ray and Cindy, Victoria and Alexander Nicholson of Elmira were Sunday guests at the home of Gamer and Alice Nicholson. The Rev. John Roberts and his wife Kay recently returned from Britain where they visited with friends and relatives in England and Wales. Whilst there Rev. Roberts conducted services in two of his former charges, one of which was where he began his ministry 44 ■*»* Continued on page 22* The flowers in the sanctuary were placed by the family in loving memory of Annie Cook. Rev. Hobden will be in the office Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 - 4 p.m. this week. This is not the only time she can be reached, but it is the time people can be assured she will be in the office. Joanne will be in the office Friday from 1 - 3:30 p.m. Have all announcements to either of them by 2 p.m. Friday for inclusion in the bulletin. Feel free to use the photocopier or to call or visit during their time in the office each week. The Sunshine Singers practice each Sunday morning at 10 a.m. Each Monday evening at 8 p.m. there is senior choir practice. On Tuesday, Nov. 4 Knox Evening Unit will meet at the home of Donna Shaw al 8 p.m. Roll call is a short verse for Remembrance Day. Knox beef supper is on Wednesday, Nov. 12 with sittings at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are available from any Knox Steward. The Knox UCW is making a banner for the church and would like assistance. They are asking for donations of old ties. These or donations can be given to Ruth Gordon or Rev. Hobden. In the Knox United Church news of Sunday, Oct. 19 the flowers in the front of the sanctuary were placed by the family in loving memory of Hilda Vincent. The regular October meeting of the Belgrave Women's Institute took place at the WI Hall, Belgrave on Tuesday, Oct. 21. There was a good turnout of 23 people. President Audrey Fenton welcomed all and conducted opening exercises in the usual manner. Secretary and financial reports, given by Diana Robinson were approved. Several items of correspondence were dealt with. A report was given by Nancy Jardin on a public relations workshop that she attended recently at Mount Brydges. Recipes and tips were handed in by members. These are to be forwarded for publication in a country-wide cook book sponsored by the WI. Upcoming events include WI interest workshops to be held in Londesboro on Oct. 30. A catering was accepted for December. There was a discussion on the making of hostess bags for the International Plowing Match in Moms meet Mabel's Moms met at their regular time on Wednesday, Oct. 22. Those who attended were Kim Higgins, Laura, Ashley and Jarrod; Elaine Scott, Peyton, Drew; Lila Procter and Jessica; Mary Jane Hobden and Stephen. They discussed daycare and strike possibility. Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada 1-800-268-7582 1999. The annual Christmas dinner and program will be held in Belgrave on Dec. 9 at 7 p.m. Roll call was answered by "a place in England that I would like to visit" The program convenor Gladys Van Camp read several poems with a fall theme and also introduced Vicky Black as the guest speaker. Vicky, assisted by her mother, Barb then showed a slide presentation of her trip Iasi summer to England with Blyth Pathfinders. She had excellent pictures of the places she and other Pathfinders toured during their time in England. Her commentary was quite interesting and she had a display set up showing post cards, currency, souvenirs, badges collected, etc. It sounded like her time spent there was educational as well as fun. A thank you gift was presented to her on behalf of all WI members. With Marj Coultes as pianist the meeting ended with the singing of God Save the Queen and the WI Grace. Wilma Higgins and Isabelle Craig served a tasty lunch. Next month a special "Prelude to Christmas" meeting is planned with Norma Moore as convenor. The evening will begin with coffee and dessert at 7:30 p.m., followed by a make-it-and-take-it craft. There will be a small fee for this. Members are encouraged to invite a friend or neighbour to come along for this special program. The date is Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the WI Hall, Belgrave. HULLETT TOWNSHIP Vote for someone who • Believes in teamwork • Is approachable & open minded • Is fair & responsible • Committed to the job VOTE ROBERT SZUSZ FOR REEVE Your support is appreciated ALL CANDIDATES MEETING TOWNSHIP OF MORRIS DATE: Thursday, October 30,1997 TIME: 8:00 p.m. PLACE: Belgrave WI Hall Brandon Street, Belgrave, Ontario (next to the United Church) You art cordially invited to attend an "AU Candidates" Meeting - to meet the candidates running in the 1997 Municipal Election November 10,1997 and the acclaimed candidates, listed as follows: Reeve -Bert Elliott acclaimed Deputy Reeve Councillor - Keith Johnston acclaimed 3 to be elected John Duskocy, Edna McLellan, Kevin Pletch, NeU Warwick, Melody White English Public School Trustee - 1 to be elected Colleen Schenk, Della Baumgarten EVERYONE IS WELCOME vote MARG ANDERSON for Hullett Township Councillor Nov. 10/97 Shop dr Save It's time to start feeding your birds Now in-stock a good selection of: LONDESBORO SEED PLANT Custom Seed Cleaning Londesboro Bob Szusz 523-4399 Store Hours: Mon. to Sat. 8:30 to Noon TO THE CITIZENS OF HULLETT TOWNSHIP We the council of Hullett will have many difficult decisions to make in the next three years. The most important issue we will have to deal with is restructuring and what form it will take. The other issue is downloading from the Province. For continued strong leadership in the next three years re-elect Tom Cunningham Reeve Hullett Township. I ask for your support November 10 Thank You, TOM CUNNINGHAM