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Times-Advocate, 1981-10-15, Page 15Women study women of Bible Granton churches mark By MRS. E. SUMMERS GRANTON The Rev. Elwood Morden was in charge of the worship for Thanksgiving Sunday at the United Church and en- titled his sermon "Life's Pageant of Praise" Let everything that has voice praise thee, Lord. Praise ye the Lord." How can we give thanks? 1, Remember: we are beginning to lose the power to remember, because we have so many helps today. Th htlessness is a sin, and heedlessness 1s God's enemy, said the minister. Not to give thanks is a sign that we are not thinking of God's goodness. We must count our blessings. 2. Acceptance: God gives good and bad, like a harvest late, as this year life's tragedies and sorrows come, thanks giving is, a time of acceptance of the hard things of life. 3. Praise: we should never be long without a desire to praise, let everything that breathes praise the Lord. Special music was provided by Mrs. E. Bryan on the organ with Doug Barr at the piano. The children made up a Thanksgiving basket from their allowance to take to a disabled couple, who were so very pleased and thankful, and asked them to sing "Can a little child Hke me, thank the Father fittingly." At St. Thomas Anglican Church the Rev. Greg Smith conducted the .service for Thanksgiving Sunday and preached his sermon from Ephe ians 4:14. Referring this lesson to the life of George Herbert who was a very religious and humble man, who struggled until his goal was achieved. The last contributions of his life was spent as a poet. He said, "There is but one body, one spirit, one Lord, one baptism, and one faith. The lesson was read by Miss Helen Herbert. At the Granton Com- munity Bible Church, the altar reflected the theme of Thanksgiving as many families brought beautiful fall flowers and baskets of fruits and vegetables, as reminders of the goodness of our Lord. Pastor Fretz spoke on "Four Christian Privileges." First, God no longer sees us as the sinners we are, but our million in Christ is one of total righteousness. Secondly we are protected in Christ as He is our impregnable rock. Thirdly Christ promises to supply all our ffpiritual and physical needs. Lastly, as Christians God has promised us that we will go right into His presence when we die. What a marvelous prospect each Christian has. The Women's Inter- denominational Bible study met at the home of Geraldine McAlorum Tuesday morning to study Elizabeth, John the Can PSDB heIR youlr Financial assistance Management counselling Management training Information on government programs for business See Our Stratford Office Representative Rob Sinclair AT: The Devon Building, Main St. Exeter 071: The 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month Next Visit Date: October 20th) II vnu require financing to start, modernize or expand your business and are unable to obtain it elsewhere on reasonable terms and conditions or if you are interested in the FBDB management services of counselling and training or wish information on government programs available for your business, talk to our representative. FEDERAL BUSINESS l?FVF[OPMFNT BANK appointment or further information on the Bank's services call 271-5650 Opening new doorsitoS17 r usire5& or write 1036 Ontario Street Stratford, Ontario. Baptist's mother. Meetings are planned for the first and third Tuesday of each month. The next meeting will be at the home of Pat Chovaneck on October 20 at 10 a.m. All neighbourhood women are welcome. Granton U.C.W. units mut Unit one met at the home of Mrs. Elwood Morden on October 7. Mrs. Gordon McRobert presided and lesson thoughts were on Thanksgiving. Several business items were discussed and taken care of and tickets to sell for the bazaar October 24 to be held in the Mason's Hall at 2 p.m. were handed out. The program on the current Bible Study "Women of the Bible" was presented by Mrs. Elmer Summers, this featured the Woman of Samaria and prejudice. A good discussion resulted. Thanksgiving, lodge picks slate Mrs. Summers concluded with a Thanksgiving Prayer. Mrs. James Kerr was the hostess for Unit 4. Mrs. Cliff Hardie presided, read the scripture and had lesson thoughts on Thanksgiving. Mrs. Harold Hardie and Mrs. Cliff Hardie, were the program conveners. Mrs. H. Hardie gave a reading "Country Thanksgiving" and Mrs. C. Hardie presented the paper on the study of the "Women of the Bible". GG.I.T. news The meeting on October 7 opened with a reading "Are you an active member or do you just belong?" Mrs. G. McRobert led in a skit with the message to the new girls, that we all feel inadequate at times, but by working together in a group, much can be accomplished. The initiation ceremony for the new members was conducted by .candlelight with the former members re- dedicating themselves at the same time in silence. The new officers were installed and began their respon- sibilities for the year. A candlelighting service was carried out where each member lit a candle and made a wish for the group. Joanne Gdos presided over the business meeting. The roll call was "How could we improve our group." Heidi Hayden and Deanna Pinell took their initiation into the group as good sports, after which songs were sung and a play by the former members was presented. Chris Currah read the prayers to close the meeting. St. Thomas Anglican Church ladles meet The ladies of the St. Thomas Anglican Church met in the church hall on October 7. The meeting opened with prayer and was in charge of Mrs. Don LOCAL BLOOD CLINIC - Thursday's blood donor clinic at SHDHS sponsored by the Au sable Nomads was successful. Above, Red Cross official Carol Esterbrooks gets vital information from Bob Drummond. T -A photo Centralia families busy over holiday weekend By MRS. FRED BOWDEN CENTRALIA An array of autumn leaves, fruits, vegetables and flowers were tastefully arranged to make a colourful setting for the Thanksgiving service in the United Church on Sunday morning. "Thanksgiving" was the subject chosen by Rev. Crowe for his sermon and the biblical reference was the cleansing of the ten lepers as recorded in Luke but only one returned to give thanks. When Christians come together they should thank God for .His love. If God's love was withdrawn we would perish. We should be thankful that right not might rules the Universe. We were made for good not evil. God is righteous and supports the good. The -children were told the story of how Thanksgiving began and assisted in the service by distributing the leaflets "Praise and Thanksgiving". The scripture lessons from both the old and new Testaments were read by Stephen Tasko. The choir sang an anthem Wintario has changed. Now, every ticket has 1,000 more chances to win. Because only Wintario knows how disappointing it is to miss the Grand Prize by one or two numbers -and only Wintario is doing something about it Wintario. Now, being close counts. with Mrs. Ray Mills singing the solo part. The pots of mums at the front of the church were in memory of the late. Mr. and Mrs. Albert Smith. A special "thank -you" to the ladies for the decorations that received many favourable comments. The Anniversary service will be held this coming Sunday at the usual time. The congregation from Zion West will be joining us for this service. Personals Leonard Wilson returned to his home on Saturday following surgery in St. Joseph's Hospital. We hope to see him out around again in the near future. Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins have returned home after spending a couple of weeks at the home of their son, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Hodgins and family at Georgetown, Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Molnar. ,Jim and Nancy of Agincourt were guests over the Thanksgiving weekend with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. Molnar. Mrs. Russell Wilson and family spent the holiday weekend at their cottage at Shepherd Lake. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Vogan and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Vogan of Listowel were Monday visitors with Mrs. Fred Cunnington and entertained her to Thanksgiving dinner at the North Star Restaurant at Elginfield. Guests for Thanksgiving at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins on Monday were Mr. Chas. Hodgins and friend of Chesley, Mr. and Mrs. Cyril Morley of Lieury, Mrs. Don Pickering and Joanne of Hyde Park. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Elliott accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Howard Riley of Tillsonburg were on an enjoyable colour tour of the states of New York and Vermont over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. On the previous Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Elliott had as guests Mrs. Elliott's sister and brother-in-law Mr. and Mrs. Everett Adams of Detroit. Miss Mary Schoebottom of London was a visitor also. Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Hirtzel spent the Thanksgiving weekend at Fishermen's Cove. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bowden were guests for Thanksgiving dinner on Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Jaques and family, Granton. Kirkton lady enjoys trip By MRS. HAROLD DAVIS KIRKTON Mrs. Maurice Blackler enjoyed a bus trip to Muskoka this past week. Mrs. Mary Hewins of British Columbia is visiting with Miss Ethel Copeland. Mr and Mrs. Gerald Paul attended a wedding in Toron- to. Saturday. Mrs. Kenneth Blackler, Maureen. Andrea. and Greg visited with Mr. and Mrs. Cook at Listowel, Sunday. Mrs. Mike Byrne of Summerside P.E.I. is visiting with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Marshall. Mr. and Mrs. Burns Blackler spent the weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Don Snider of Kitchener at their cottage at Meaford. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Davis were Sunday evening dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Fairbairn and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Cole at their home in Meneset Park, Goderich. CUSTOM KITCHENS AND VANITIES QUALITY HARDWOOD CABINETS from by EXPERT DESIGN SERVICE NEW CONSTRUCTION OR REMODELING John Patterson 482-3183 BALL-MACAULAY LIMITED SEAFORTH CLINTON 527-01910 482-3405 HENSALL 262-2418 Roloson and Mrs. Joe French. Debbie LeSluter of Stratford gave a demon- stration on the right way to pack a suit case and two films were shown one on the 1949 plowing match with commentary by Roy Jewell and the other on the for- thcoming match in 1982, with the commentary by WWiam Stewart former Ontario Agriculture Minister. Lunch was provided by Mrs. J. French. Youth group news The Youth (Group High School age) will meet at the home of Paul and Linda Wallis at 7 p.m. Sunday, October 18. Forester news The members of Court Valentine were invited to attend the celebration of court Blue Bell's 20th bir- thday. Fifteen members. journeyed to Kiaser school for a banquet and received their installation of officers at the same time as Court Blue Bell's. Inatalling of- ficers were District Deputy Sister Ruth Jarvis and her High Marshal Brother Vidal Mills. Court Valentine officers installed were the following members: past president, Sisters Melba St. Dennis; president, Jean McComb; vice president, Inger Lemmon; secretary treasurer, Dorothy Hern; recording secretary, Sandra Hern; conductor, Eileen Summers; chaplain, Jose Tazziar; Guard, Violet Coward. Personals Holiday weekend visitors with Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Hodgins and family were Mr. and Mrs. Nelson Hodgins of London and Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell Kezirean of Providence R.I. Miss Jean Roloson of Thedford spent the holiday weekend with Mr. and Mrs. Don Roloson, Mr. and Mrs. David Roloson of Guelph were also home for Thanksgiving. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Harlton have returned home after visiting the Western Provinces. Miss Winnie Harlton of Toronto spent Thanksgiving with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Harlton. Thanksgiving visitors with Mrs. Elmer Summers were Keith Summers of Toronto, Michael and Sandra Sum- mers of Prescott and Mrs. Shelagh and Jamie MacKenzie of London. Congratulations are ex- tended to Mr. and Mrs. Lyle Westman on the arrival of their baby daughter at St. Marys Memorial Hospital. I will be taking a few days out of town, if anyone has any interesting news from Granton, please call Mrs. Larry Hern, 229-8714. Thank you. Times -Advocate, October 15, 1981 h Page 15 APPLIANCE REPAIR Large or small, we'll fix them all... Our repalr imports will have your appliance In Hp top shape fust. Call us to- day. PECK APPLIANCES "IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN VARNA" 412-1103 VARNA The I.A.PA. is planning ahead for safety. 14/// nd we need you to make it work. "Think.... Then Do In '82" is the theme of the new 1982 safety program available through your Industrial Accident Prevention Association. It's a program that stresses the importance o1 "thinking" in accident prevention You'll soon be getting the full story at your workplace. When you do, give it some serious thought. we'd like you to get involved. 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