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Clinton News-Record, 1984-07-11, Page 30Pagel! •:!-•••:..•••••; • • ••• , • • . ••• • ' • ' Country style services held at Bayfield churches By Doris Hunter Lest visitors think the village is nothing but a collection of delightful stores and very pleasant places to eat, it is well to have a look at the churches in Bayfield. Trinity Anglican Church Trinity Anglican dates back to the 1830s when the first Rector of St. George's Parish, Guderich, ministered to a wide section of the Huron Tract, including Bayfield. He is reported to have ridden into the area on a horse which had belonged to that Canadian hero, General Sir Isaac Brock. Trinity is now the oldest church building in the county as its mother church in Goderich, burned to the ground atter our local church was built. Services are held each Sunday commenc- ing at 9:45 a.m. During the month of July the Rev. Mary Mills will be the celebrant, as the church parochial committee is now involved in search of a new minister. The ladies of the church hold an annual bake sale in July and in August a garden party supper is held on the Rectory grounds to which everyone is invited. St. Andrew's United Church A, The United Church, named for its patron Saint, Saint Andrew, was built in 1902 by the then Presbyterians, who had outgrown the First Kirk to serve the area from 1860. The year 1925 brought church union to :Canada, when Methodists, Presbyterians and some others decided to unite, in order to avoid a proliferation of buildings and ser- vices especially in small towns like Bayfield. Feelings ran high and many could not agree, but the United Church was born and has held services ever since in this fine Late Victorian building on the square. The Rev.. Mr. Paul Murray is now the minister and Sunday worship is conducted at 11 a.m. on the Lord's Day. The congregation is very energetic and produces a most popular beef barbecue at the Arena, always on the Saturday of our * Canada Day holiday, July 1. All their friends and supporters attend, so it is wise to be on time. .UNIQUE COLLECTION OF NAUTICAL DESIGNS' • IN GOLD • . • some our own exclusive. • • .CUSTOM DESIGNS OF RINGS AND PENDANTS • • BRACELETS, EARRINGS, • CHAINS . •all of above in 10 or 14 kt. gold OPEN7 DAYS A WEEk 10 AM -6 PM TwO locations to serve you - :• BAYFIELD in the Red Ptirop. , Gift Shop STRATFORD" Festival Square Mall Presbyterian Church The dissenting Presbyterians, thus became homeless, and the pretty church on the Main Street right by the square was built in 1931. Since then several ministers have served the congregation and for many years now enthusiastic young • student theologians draw large crowds to the 11 o'clock morning services. They hold a very popular church school camp each summer to which children of any denomination attend. The student in charge this year is Mr. Ira Mullins and the ' large number of cars around, the church each Sunday proclaims how vigourous a ministry he is providing. • Church of the Holy Martyrs The Methodist Church became vacant as a result of this union, but in 1930, Miss Rose ,Kennedy,a long time summer resident, pur- chased the building and donated it to the Ronaan Catholic Diocese of London. It is called the Church of the Holy Martyrs. The Rev. Monsignor Bourdeau has been a guiding light here for many years, but now the diocese provides a visiting priest each summer. The need for three services, Satur- day evening, early mass and 11 o'clock Sun- day morning is an indication, that people do not forget their religion when on holiday. Bayfield BaptistChurch We have also the Baptist Church which • was dedicated on June 12, 1955. It has served the needs of those wishing to worship in the • manner of the Evangelical Baptist Chur- ches .of Canada inwhich prayer and Bible • Study predominate. • Services here are also held at 11 a.m. and the Pastor is Mr. Raymond Holley. John Campbell (left) served up more than 420 pounds of beef at the barbecue put on by Bayfield's St. Andrew's United Church on June 30. Joe Mayman ( right) was orof the 700 who ate up the food. (Shelley McPhee photo) Bicentennial celebrates senior years In Bayfield, young and elderly,, local resident S and tourists join together to _celebrate summer. • , • This stunmer is an especially exciting one, with an ambitious Bicentennial Program. The events are designed for people of all ages and all interests. • •Grandparents will be recognized with a special event on July 26. The Ever Youngs, a senior citizens' dub in Bayfield, will be sponsoring Grandparents' Day on July 26 to honor those people who play a major role throughout our lives. The special celebration is one of. Bayfield's many Bicentennial events. • The program will consist of a. musical program, performed by Ralph Henderson of Goderich and a lunch, to be served at 4 p.m. • in the town hall. Mr. Henderson will provide some of that "old time" music and contemporary 'pieces •too. Mrs. John Lindsay, chairperson for the special day said that those who choose to ' attend will also be able to see antiques, on display in the hall. - "We had one (Grandparents' Day) about two years ago," remembered Mrs. Lindsay, "and we had quite a good turnout." After Grandparents' Day on July 26, the • whole family can look forward to enjoying a • daylong event, sponsored by the Bayfield Lions and Lioness. • A Shared Tradition - an An Day All Age program will be held �n August 4 and the majority of the events will take place at the Mueviater Go% Courseimm 1"41111111111.111wr-_ tiod Couptyouladmm Oo Ovrf 21 at Jet ety. Rd. 13 Just North of POO Al Hughes - Manager • (519) 02-7197 A. -"Wahiu-ekidPr tiv - Root!: *Licenced Dining lounge and Snack Bar WA Hole lounge *Large Camping Sites *Full Service Hookups *Daily, Weekly and Seasonal Rates *Swimming Pool *Camp Store village's fairgrounds. The Lions and Lioness have been busy ' since Decetnber planning' this first time program. Planned for the day a penny sale, arm wrestling, log sawing, mu; Olympics for the children, ball games, tug -o- • war, an all day beer tent, a fish fry and finally a dance at the Community Centre. A Shared Tradition will begin with a parade at 12 p.m. There will be a $1 admission .fee to the ° fairgrounds and proceeds from the various events will go to the Lions and Lioness for community projects. ' One of the organizers, Valerie Metter, - said that everyone is welcome to attend and there is no rain date, so the priSgram will be held rain or shine. Dress to stay fresh What you wear can make the difference between comfort and cooking. Summer clothing made from cotton or linen are the best. These natural fibres breathe by themselves and help keep you cool. Light colors help too. They attract less heat. • Make sure , your • summer warbrobe includes loose fitting clothing. That way warm air can easily circulate. Pottery club open to' all For those in the village who don't mind getting a little dirty and enjoy eitpresing themselves by working with their hands, the • Bayfield Pottery Club is open • to all interested. The club began three years ago by Bayfield pottery enthusiasts who applied for and received a New Horizons grant from the government. 1lAvugh alit club holds no spedal shows or functions, they do offer two classes for children who are interested. Margaret Chapman, club 'member, said, "We don't 'sell Or work because 'many of the members have only 'been involved with the club, for one or two years and right now .everything they make is their baby!' • The Bayfield Pottery. Club meets onc.e a • week on Wednesdays from Septemb'er to May in the kitchen of the old town hall. The club president is Doris Reddoch, the secretary is Kay Reid,. Mariam Murray is the treasurer and there are 15 directors.