United Church scene for World Day of Prayer The 1984 World Day of Prayer service was prepared by Liberation Organization in - September 1993 was an World Day of Prayer is a of Women's Inter-Church Council" of Canada. a nintional council of Canada in *ecumenism, pirituality, human rights and " e Christian women of Palesti With the theme, "Go, See and Act," the writers call on Christians around the world to join with them in prayers for peace with justice in their homeland. The breakthrough in peace negotiations signalled by the signing of an agreement between Israel and the - Palestine of t toward granting self-rule for the an people. As of October 80, 1993, there were voices on d prayer and prayerful action."\On the first Friday in March each year, people in over 170 countries participate in a service in their own of h and h about the outcome of these steps toward a peaceful settlement. Surely the need for prayers and compassion for the people of this region remains strong. both sides expressing a healthstyles 1 deb mcdonald Are you suffering from the annual bout of 'cabin fever'? Do you also feel that you and your family have had their fair share of cold and flu symptoms? With a particularly frigid past winter, we have especially welcomed the recent onset of 'spring thaw' with a migration to the great outdoors. It's time to lace up those runners and get moving! Did you know that moderate exercise can actually boost your immune system? This recent finding was the result of new research at an American University. It was found that a group of sedentary women who commenced a walking program of 456 minutes a day for five days a week, contracted half as many colds as their peers who db Even better, Yegarding the factor of longevity, it was found that exceptionally active women in their seventies had immune systems comparable to those of women in their thirties. Olympic Oven-Baked French Toast To create a more healthful breakfast, low-fat milk and half the amount of whole eggs plus two egg whites are used. Apple juice helps compensate for the loss of flatour from fat. A topping of chunky applesauce makes up for the loss of saturated fat and sugary syrup. French Toast 1/2 cup 1% milk 1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice 2 large eggs 2 ogg whites 1 tap. cinnamon 1 tap. vanilla 8 slices "Texas Toast" style bread or 1/2 inch thick whole bread ~ juice 1/8 tsp. cinnamon © « In a medium bowl, whisk milk, juice, egg, egg whites, cinnamon and vanilla until blended. Arrange bread on jelly roll pan; pour egg mixture evenly over slices. Let stand, turning bread with spatula, until liquid is absbrbed, about 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Brush melted butter over large jelly roll pan (16" by 10"). Add soaked bread and bake until bottom is browned, about ten minutes. Carefully turn over and bake other side until browned and puffed, about 10-16 minutes. Prepare applesauce: heat butter in non-stick skillet. Add apples; Sprinkle with sugar. Cook, stifring over medium-high heat until apples begin to brown, about ten minutes. Add apple juice and cook, coversd, stirring lly, partially hi some of the apples. Chunky applesauce will be ready in about 16 minutes. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve french toast with applesauce on side. Makes 4 servings: 245 calories per serving: 6 gms. fat locality. Services are translated into thousands of languages and dialects. In Canada, the World Day of Prayer is sponsored by the with representatives from 11 denominations: Local services are organized by ecumenical committees in thousands of communities across Canada, with each church taking a turn to host the annual service. The offerings from the services are used to support the work of Women's Inter-Church Council women's concerns, to cover the costs of printing and distributing World Day of Prayer materials and to support projects in Canada and abroad. The service in this area will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 4 in Port Perry United Church, 204 Queen Street, Port Perry. heme cookin' lynda kendry THE POWER AND THE GLORY v 1 imagine that across Canada, if not around the world, there are many instant winter sports authorities like myself: During the Olympics I find myself watching and enjoying winter sports that I can't even pronounce let alone know the rules. Surely all Canadians share a national pride for all of our devoted@and hard-working athletics. I have felt appreciation to all those sacrificing parents who have supported their ¢hildren in their long-time efforts to achieve their personal and Olympic goals. Maybe because of the time difference we have learned a little bit more about our representatives, their background and their families, My heart went out to Kurt Browning and his parents last week - pecially His mom. She probably wished that she could make his favourite supper to make things seem better! At our house that would be Kraft dinner or this week's recipe - scalloped potatoes. They can be dressed up by adding grated cheese or a can of cream HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY Dean Feb. 20th i] of mushroom soup if you really want to be fancy! As with a lot of my old favourite recipes, this is more of a method than a formal recipe. If you only have an hour to have the meal on the table, partly cook in the microwave and finish Scalloped Potatoes In a good-sized deep casserole or baking dish (2 litre or larger) layer 6-8 potatoes sliced thin, 1 onion' sliced thin, 1/3 cup flour and salt and pepper to your taste. Cover well with 3 cups milk (or more) . Stir to make sure flour is well combined with milk. Dot with a few dabs of butter or margarine. Place in 425 degree oven for approximately ,20 minutes: Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for another 1 to 1 1/2 hours (or until potatoes are tender to fork). If you don't like a "crust" on top, cover the casserole while . cooki » Kk (Al ry THE MINUSES: ® High Index Lenest are 25% Thinner & Lighter than conventional plastic. THE PLUSES: "rma service & 28 WATER .r, repairs. @ Large frae selection, great prices. "Shop and Compare! ' RT PERRY