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Zurich Citizens News, 1976-05-12, Page 9; Citizens News, May 12/76 -Page 9 Huron -Perth 'resbytery met at brussels The Huron -Perth Presbytery of the United Church met in Brussels on Tuesday, April 27 with chairman Rev. Bert Daynard presiding. New officers were elected for 1976-77. Rev. Cecil Wittich, of Blyth, is the new Chairman; Rev. John Ostereicher, of Wesley -Willis, Clinton, Vice - Chairman. The secretary con- tinues to be Rev. Eric LeDrew of Brussels and the treasurer Mr. Joe Snider of Goderich. Division Chairmen are: Mission in Canada—Rev. Barry Robinson of Thames Road; Ministry, Personnel and Education—Rev. John Roberts of Belgrave; World Outreach—Rev. George Ball of Milverston; Communication— Rev. Wilena Brown of Bluevale; Finance—Rev. Donald Beck of Hensall. Standing Committee Chairmen are: Pastoral Relations—Rev. Stanley MacDonald., Londes- borough; Manses—Mr. Harold Knislev, Goderich; Steward- ship—Mrs. Doris Zurbrigg, Listowel; Oversight—Rev. Don- ald Deas, Mitchell; Archives— Rev. Ross Cunning, Stratford. Rev. D. Deas reported that the prize-winning Banners sub- mitted for the 50th Anniversary Competition last year are in Mitchell United Church unitl May 10. They will be on dis- play in the sanctuary there on the afternoon of May 9th and all are invited to view them.. They are spectacularly large and beautiful. Worship was conducted by Cora Thistle and Rev. Bruce Guy. They have been serving on a London Conference Task Force on the Charismatic Movement. They testified to startling and deeply moving experiences as part of the group, which was led by Rev. Bernard Warren of the Bezek Centre in Campbellville. One point emphasized was the degree to which the basic princi- ples of the movement are a part of our Basis of Union -for ex- ample: the living, active Holy spirit, the life of trust and prayer. Some discussion followed. The central issue was "speaking in tongues" which, it was agreed. the Apostle Paul had taught was not for all people and all oc- casions. The 19 year old program called "Singtime" which is carried on CKNX Television, has to change its day due to scheduling of national advertising. The Bard of Directors and Program Com- mittee recommend up to ten "Specials" to be aired in the early evening of, a week day. Details are still being negotiated. Local choirs will continue to be involved but theme programs and new "taping" arrangements will be made. The Presbytery's Resource Centre, now in Ontario St. Church, Clinton, is being studied by a special committee, headed by Rev. Bert Daynard, with a view to possible enlargement and longer hour staffing. The Pres- bytery heard a preliminary report which stated that enthusiastic personnel and convenient loca- tion are vital. Ideas are being received gladly. The Presbytery approved the call of St. John's, Stratford, to the Rev, R. Bruce Scott; and the call of Atwood to the Rev. Harry Stevens. Two students leave for ordaination: Mr. Robert McMullen, who has served Mill- bank, is going to the Maritime Conference and Mr. Norman Patterson, who has served Ford- wich since January, is going to Newfoundland. The Presbytery thanked both and wished them well. The Moncreiff congregation, on the Walton Pastoral Charge, has "voted to cease to exist as a congregation on June 30, 1976". Walton has requested the continuing services of the Rev. Ed Baker and asked Presby- tery to consider boundary changes. Rev. John Roberts moved that the Presbytery send a letter "of warm commendation to the people of the congregations of Fordwich and Kurtzville for their tremendous support of their own and Presbytery and Conference officers through their ordeal". The Presbytery enthus- iastically endorsed this action. Rev. George Ball communi- cated the good news that Dr. Betty Bridgeman and Miss Radley, who had been missing in Angola have been found and are remaining there to do some of their regular work. He also called attention to the new book by Douglas Roche "Justice not Charity", which is a thought provoking look ' at Canada's status in the world. He report- ed, as' well, that conversations are taking place with the Presby- terian Church in Canada, not about possible union, but about better co-operation. Two rounds of meetings have been held. The Young Adult Camp at Camp Menestung on May 14- 16 still has some space for 18-25 year olds. Special guests will be the Japanese young people who are visitng Canada as part of the International Youth Exchange program to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Church. Mrs. Evelyn Demaray, of Blue - vale, the new "Church in Soci- ety" Committee Chairperson, reported that a symposium on "Agripower" will be held at Cedar Glen in October. Registration forms were distributed for both Bimini and Menestung Camps. Pro- grams for all ages are planned. Many leaders are needed. The Rev. Michael Boulgcr, of Monk - ton, will come with slides, etc. to talk about camping with any interested group in a congrega- tion. The 20 year old tradition of Keswick Conferences will be broken this year, Mr. Harold Coade of Mitchell, reported. Replacing the old will be a new weekend at Delawana Inn, Honey Harbour, on June 18-20. Men who have registered for AMC 11-13 should write Mr. Paul Moore, Norwich, Ontario to arrange a transfer or refund of fee. Total cost of the week end will be $52.00, $10.00 ad- vance. The Presbytery recessed until the call of the chairman, which will be during the annual Con- ference meeting in Windsor, Ladies Softball Registration to be held Monday, May 17, 1976 in Zurich Community Centre at 7:00 Anyone over 15 years of age ,are welcome to register. Betty Kirk, Secretary. May 18-20. 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