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The Citizen, 2003-02-19, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2003. Logans greet at Knox United service FROM BELGRAVE Belgrave hosts meeting The annual meeting of Huron- Perth Presbyterial United Church Women was held in Knox United Church, Belgrave on Monday, Feb. 10. Almost 100 women from across Huron-Perth braved the weather and attended the meeting. The women were welcomed by Muriel Coultes, Belgrave UCW president. She presented incoming president Gloria Dow with a corsage. She in turn presented Beth Tubb, Mitchell, retiring president, and Margaret Engeland, Stratford, London Conference UCW president, with a corsage. The business of the meeting was conducted by Beth Tubb, and the financial reports were given by Mary Helen Clifford of Stratford, treasurer. The theme for the meeting was Are You a Servant of God. The guest speaker, Mardi Tindal, from the United Church’s Five Oaks Training Centre addressed the women in the morning. Using the scripture from John 13, she talked about how two washbasins changed the world. The pottery basin resembled the one that Jesus used to wash the disciples feet, an act of servitude; and the silver basin which resembled the wealth and power of the day. The pottery basin resembled caring, sharing and changing hearts, where the silver basin resembled force, armies and material power. Lunch was prepared and served by the ladies of the Wingham United Church women. Following lunch Margaret Hen:, chairperson of Huron-Perth Presbytery, conducted the election and installation of officers. They are: Gloria Dow, Belgrave, president, Marlene Coulthard, Mitchell, first vice- president; Anna Eagleson, Parkhill, secretary and Winnie Mann, Listowel, treasurer. All other convenors and assistants were also installed. Rev. Ethel Miner Clare, minister of Knox United Church, Belgrave, conducted the closing worship and communion. Isobel and Becky Logan greeted worshippers and handed out the service of worship at Knox United Church on Sunday, Feb. 16. Rev. Ethel Miner-Clare welcomed the congregation on a frigid morning. The children’s choir of mixed voices sang The Alphabet Song, In His time and If You Can directed by Lila Procter and accompanied by Dorothy Coultes at the piano. The responsive reading was taken from Psalm 46. For children’s time Rev. Miner- Clare talked to them about the word peace. God calls us to work for peace, she said. In different places, people share peace differently. In Asia and the Middle East the Muslim people shape their hands like a cup and the people greet each other with a short prayer for peace by making this gesture and saying “Salem Alekum” or peace be with you. In the South Pacific people sometimes use shells as a kind of money called Kesa. Kesa is semetimes exchanged to help make peace following a conflict. In Central America, people greet each other with a special handshake. Instead of just gripping hands, people sometimes grip the inside of each other’s elbow with one hand, and the outside of each other’s elbow with the other. In Africa, people share peace with each other as a greeting?- When they meet someone they say “Nutifafa na wo”. This means “peace be to you”. The other person responds “mawu me no kpliwo” which means God be with you. How do we share peace in Canada? Making peace is an important task, and it is not always easy, she said. Top talker Montina Hussey of East Wawanosh Public School earned top marks in the Legion speaking competition last week and will now advance to the next level. She competed against students from several local schools including Wingham, Turnberry, Howick and Lucknow, (Janice Becker photo) Make sure you get your wish. Tell your family you want to bt an organ donor. The scripture readings were taken from Isaiah 2: 2-4, Revelation 21: 1- 5a, and Matthew 5:9, 38-42. Instead of a sermon Rev. Miner- Clare talked about the petition that had been signed by the congregation rejecting the war on Iraq. In the Bible it states that God shall judge the nations. Christians are called to carry out God’s wishes. Genuine peace is built on personal swords, community swords and national swords. The congregation broke up into groups and responded with words such as racism, mistrust, greed, selfishness, no appreciation, gossip, neglect and silence on how different countries have different impress­ ions. In the Bible it says they should trade in the machinery of war and instead feed and clothe the poor. Andrew and Ken Procter took up the offering. The minister read a note of appreciation on behalf of Gloria Dow who had been installed as president at the Huron-Perth Presbyterial annual meeting in Belgrave. Heart to heart conversation PEOPLE AROUND BELGRAVE East Wawanosh Public School kindergarten student Liam Brohm seems to be having a serious discussion with dad Dan during the class’s Valentine tea last Friday. Parents and grandparents were invited to join the youngsters for drinks and treats. (Janice Becker photo) By Linda Campbell Call 357-2188 The community extends congratulations to Janice Elliott and Bradley Wright who were married on Friday, Feb. 14 at Knox United Church, Belgrave. There were 15 tables of shoot on Friday, Feb. 14 at the Women’s Institute Hall. Winners were: high lady, Helen Stonehouse; second high lady, Shirley Carter; most shoots, Marie Parks; low lady, Tina Empey; high man, Joanne MacDonald; second high man, Glenn Sellers; most shoots, Lloyd Appleby; low man, Jack Taylor. Everyone enjoyed delicious desserts prior to the shoot. The next shoot is Friday, Feb. 28 at 1:30 p.m. in the Belgrave Community Centre. _ HEALTH ON THE HILL _ A Review of activities at SEAFORTH COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Student Volunteer Opportunity applications are now being accepted for students interested in the health or service provider field. Let your light shine by sharing your individual talents, skills and caring personality with our patients. For further information/application form, please contact Pam Nesbitt 527-3008. GRANT GNAY Certified General Accountant Accounting & Tax Services 93 Wolfe St. Goderich 524-5113 Invest. For life. 1 800 567-CURE Muscular Dystrophy Association of Canada Until there’sacure, there’s us. Diabetes: “What’s FACT What’s FICTION” an informational day 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for people with Diabetes, their families and friends will be held April 9, 2003 at the Mitchell Golf Club. There will be displays of the latest in diabetes management, tools and books with opportunity to speak directly to company representatives. Registration before March 28/03: $20.00 /person; after Mar. 28th, $30.00/person; contact (519) 272-8210 Ext. 2549. If interested, register early; this day fills fast. Automated Patio Entry for enhanced accessibility for individuals in wheelchairs has now been installed; our thanks for donations received from the Hospital Auxiliary’s Tree of Lights fundraiser. First Aid & CPR Courses information of upcoming courses are available by contacting the Canadian Red Cross at 519-877-8802. Foot Care Clinics these resources are available to you at the Seaforth Medical Clinic by calling (519) 527-1770 for an appointment. No medical referral is necessary: Certified Athletic Therapist, Kendra Arthur attends the Clinic twice monthly with custom and non-custom braces to aid in the support of various joint weaknesses. Common conditions that may be treated with bracing are: ankle sprains, carpal tunnel, knee osteoarthritis, general knee pain and tennis elbow. Kendra offers free gait analysis to detect possible problems such as plantar fascitis, heel spurs, knee pain, hip pain and low back pain. From her analysis, Kendra can construct custom orthotics (shoe insoles) to solve foot problems. Upcoming Clinics: October 10, 24 and every 2nd Thursday thereafter. Total Foot Care is provided by Registered Nurse, Mary Longstaff. Mary specializes in the care and maintenance of the diabetic foot, fungal nails, coms, calluses and preventative care for ingrown toenails. She has Clinic appointments Monday afternoons. Mary will be happy to come to your home for footcare if you are unable to come to the Clinic. Veterans are welcome as they are covered by the D.V.A. Cold, Flu. & Norwalk VIRUS SEASON IS UPON US - Handwashing is your Best Protection...ALL VISITORS are strongly encouraged to STOP and WASH YOUR HANDS at the handwashing station/lnfection Control display BEFORE entering and upon LEAVING INPATIENT AREA. A waterless, sanitizing solution is provided in a convenient pump dispenser; no towels are required. Your co-operation will decrease the risk of infection to our vulnerable elderly and lowered immune system patients. If you are experiencing cold, flu or Norwalk-like symptoms, PLEASE reschedule your hospital visit until you are well.