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The Citizen, 2006-11-16, Page 12f Think of it as spring cleaning or your mouth. Von soling cleaning rolls around... remember to tarok an appointment with your dental hygienist A spring cleaning to your mash does a kit more than get rid of dust bunnies - it may prevent respiratory and heart problems later in life. Visit www.cdho.org or call the College at 1400-268-2346 for more information on dental hygiene and oral health. (.11... .1 11.1.114,1.1612 of .Male For the kids Adam and Melissa Shepski are the new youth leaders for kids in the Brussels area. An effort organized by the local ministerial, the group meets on Thursday evenings for prayer, Bible study and fun and games. (Bonnie Gropp photo) Jason Schiestel, CGA The partners of BDO Dunwoody would like to congratulate Jason Schiestel on achieving his Certified General Accountant designation (CGA). We are very proud of Jason's accomplishment and we look forward to his future contributions as part of our team. 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Ashfield/Wawanosh Brookside Public School, 36937 Belgrave Rd, R.R. #7 Lucknow Tuesday November 28 from 3:30 to 7:00 PM Clinton Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 140, 95 Kirk Street, Clinton Thursday November 16 from 12:00 to 7:00 PM Friday December 8 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Ethel Grey Central Public School, 84925 Ethel Line, Ethel Thursday November 30 from 3:30 to 7:00 PM Exeter Royal Canadian Legion, 316 William Street South, Exeter Tuesday November 21 from 6:30 to 8:00 PM Goderich Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 109, 56 Kingston Street, Goderich Friday November 17 from 12:00 to 7:00 PM Wednesday December 6 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Maitland Valley Medical Centre, 180 Cambria Road North, Goderich Tuesday November 21 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, 2:00 to 6:00 PM Wednesday November 22 from 10:00 Am to 8:00 PM Monday November 27 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Tuesday November 28 form 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Wednesday November 29 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Howick Howick Central Public School, 45010 Harriston Rd, R.R. #1 Gorrie Wednesday November 22 from 3:30 to 7:00 PM Stephen Stephen Central Public School, 70042 Goshen Line, Stephen TWP Saturday December 2 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM Seaforth Seaforth and District Community Centre, 122 Duke Street, Seaforth Wednesday November 15 from 12:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday December 7 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Wingham and Area Wingham & District Hospital, 270 Carling Terrace, Wingham Tuesday November 28 from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Wednesday November 29 from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM Thursday November 30 from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM For more information about the flu, the flu shot, and the community clinics, please contact the Huron County Health Unit: Telephone: 482-3416 Toll free: 1-877-837-6143 Website: www.huroncounty.ca/healthunit PAGE 12. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2006. Young couple leads program in Brussels By Bonnie Gropp Citizen staff In a world that seems fraught with challenges, uncertainty and temptation, today's young people Young offenders take fake gun to school Last Thursday, two individuals at F.E. Madill high school in Wingham were arrested for pointing a fake gun at students and faculty. The youths were traveling through the hallways when the incident happened just after 1 p.m. The individuals were wearing disguises involving paper masks, wigs and camouflage garments. No one was hurt in the incident, and the two youths have since been released. They have been ordered to appear in youth court in Goderich sometime in January. The two youths are facing charges of mischief and using an imitation firearm in the commission of an offence. could use a little hope. The congregations of Brussels are hoping they've found a way to offer that to area youths. Pastor Brent Kipfer of Brussels Mennonite Fellowship said his congregation has for a number of years, explored ways of strengthening its youth ministry. Principle to this was a youth group, led by adult volunteers. A couple of years ago, other congregations partnered with B MF. "There was the recognition, now however, that it would be good to deepen our leadership so that we might accomplish things more effectively. It would be helpful if we had people who could devote the time and energy to our youth." Last fall, they approached the North Huron Youth for Christ in Wingham about the possibility of partnering with them. "They specialize in this type of ministry," said Kipfer. At this point, Adam and Melissa Shepski had been hired by YFC to work in the Wingham area. As of the first of this month, they are also now employed for one day in Brussels. Youth for Christ focusses on young people between the ages of 11 and 19. They provide a variety of programs specifically designed to meet the needs of young people. The Shepskis come to YFC from different spectrums of life. Melissa has been long-involved with the organization first as a volunteer. She grew up in a Christian family and says Adam, "saw the power that God could use to change a person's life", through her work at the Listowel centre. The story for her husband of almost three years is considerably different. "I •was once involved in drugs, doing a lot of stuff I shouldn't have to the point where I almost took my own life. God changed me, and I want to show others that hope can make a difference for them." The couple strive towards that in Brussels on Thursdays at the Mennonite Fellowship. Starting at 5 p.m. the program begins with Bible study and prayer, then is followed by games and a snack. "Generally every month we do an extra event. We're looking at going to Kitchener where we will do some fun thing, but are also going to serve in a soup kitchen." The intention, says Adam, is to get youth to connect with God. "That's where the power is." He admits that in some cases the biggest challenge is getting the kids to attend. "Following God is not always the cool thing. But it's a real life thing. It's fun and it's hardship. Life is not always going to be cool. Our desire is to bridge the reality that God can walk us through the bad times." The program is on a drop-in basis; no pre-registration is required. There is a code of conduct which the youth must sign. "It's basically just a reminder to love your neighbour,"- said Adam. Shepski also notes that any parents who are concerned about their child are welcome to call him or Melissa at 519-357-4071. The Shepskis hope that parents will encourage their children to become involved. They believe strongly that today's youth need this connection. "Through YFC we have met leaders from other areas. One of them said that 85 per cent of the street youth he sees in Toronto are from small towns. When kids don't see hope or a purpose in life, they end up there." They other side of this is, however, that they have also noted when a community reaches out to its young people those numbers decrease. "It's an amazing reality." "This will be a place to be loved, a place where you will belong."