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i re gi » Radi hp sam pom hws, AN tp tn te mt ade iar nA TO, lato St fi SA A Fo iin ae mo ty . -- dren Geter? oie (From page 10) Early in 1940, the basement Sun- day School room was thoroughly redecorated. A new ceiling was put on and a new floor laid, stained and varnished making the room much more pleasant. A little later, in the spring, the choir loft was enlarged and the seating re-arranged, The organ was rebuilt and electrified with the console being moved out to the front of the loft. The rebuilding of the organ was the gift of a life- long member, Mr. Samuel Jeffery. A set of cathedral chimes and their installation were donated by Mr. Frank E. Courtice of Collingwood in memory of his father and mother. The organ and chimes were dedicated by the minister, Rev. W.J.H. Smythe, on Sunday, June 2. In the fall of 1940, an amplifier was installed so that the chimes could be heard throughout the town. This system was the gift of Mr. C.C. Jef- fery, then a member of the choir. WAR OVER Two important events in the i history of the world were observed in 1945. First special services were held on May 8 to mark V-E Day and give thanks for the ending of hostilities in Europe. Then, on August 14, another service was held to celebrate the end of World War 11 with the surrender of Japan. At its annual meeting in June, 1956, the congregation appointed a, committee to reorganize the choir loft along chancel lines with the organ pipes located in the gallery. This was completed during the year at a cost of $16,746. The chancel was was dedicated on September 23rd, 1956 and the organ on September 30, 1956. Rev. S.L. Osborne, B.A., B.D. Th.D., Mus. Doc. was guest speaker at the organ dedication. Mr. Gerald Wheeler was the guest organist at a recital that evening and Mr. Ray- mond Barnes, who moved and rebuilt the organ was also present. The 75th Anniversary of the church was observed on Sunday, May 7, 1961. A large crowd, approx- imately 900, attended the service which was conducted by Rev. E.S. Linstead. Rev. Rébert H. Wylie, B.A. a former minister at Port Perry was the guest speaker. Following the service, a reception was held in the Sunday School where guests reminisced and renewed old - friendships. Because of the increasing enrol- ment and number of activities in the "Sunday School, a need for more room and better facilities became apparent. In 1963, the congregation decided to build an addition and the plan for the new wing were approv- ed on July 18, 1965. Subsequently on March 20, 1966, the plans were revis- ed to omit the proposed swimming pool. By January of 1967, the tender- ing process was underway and S.N. Griffin, a long time member of the church, was awarded the contract, The Christian Edtcation Centre was dedicated on October 27th, 1968, the church, after undergoing exten- sive renovations at the same time, was rededicated and the congrega- tion was reconsecrated. Among those taking part in these special services were the officiating minister, Rev. T.H. Fleetham, B.A, Chairman of the Oshawa Presbytery, and the incumbent Minister, Rev. E.S. Linstead assisted by Rev. Walter R. Tristram, Rev. R.H. Wylie, Rev. John Griffin and Rev. W.C. Smith. The total cost of the Christian . Education Centre and other renova- tions was $103,487, of which $50,987 was paid for at the time. The re- 'maining balance, made up mostly of notes taken up by th€ members of the congregation, was paid in full on December 2nd, 1977 at which time a mortgage burning service was held to commemorate the event. Rev. John H. Griffin, B.A,, B.D., was guest speaker with Rev. R.G. Brawn, B.A, B.D., the minister. On April 23, 1978, the Reesor Memorial Window was dedicated by the Reesor family. This beautiful stained glass window is located in the east wall of the sanctuary. NEW MUSIC In 1975, studies of the organ facilities revealed that the con- figuration with the pipes in the gallery was unsatisfactory. Action was postponed at that time, however, because of the existing financial obligations. In 1979, the Long Range Planning Committee, which had been established earlier, was instructed to investigate the re- quirements for a-new organ, possi- " ble redesign of the chancel and redecorating of the sanctuary in preparation for our centennial. An Organ Committee was formed and on February 17, 1981 the congrega- tion approved the concepts presented. by that Committee. On = March 23 'the decision was made to purchase and install an organ The ROSS PETTES Co-operators has MOVED 111 Scugog Street -- Port Perry (Hwy. 7A at Water Street) FOR ALL YOUR INSURANCE NEEDS CALL BRUCE WALKER at 9865-84049 cis the co-operators LIFE, AUTO, HOME, COMMERCIAL, FARM INSURANCE CAROLYN TAYLOR manufactured by the Keates Organ Company, a 22 stop, 23 rank, two manual instrument. An every member canvass was conducted by a Finance Committee established to raise the $93,720 required. Ap- proximately $30,000 was already on- hand. Chancel redesign and refur- bishing were expected to cost a fur- ther $15,500. During this major undertaking the oil furnace and boiler system -broke down, requiring the purchase and installation of a new gas-fired system at a cost of $18,430. On October 3, 1982, the new organ and chancel furnishings were dedicated at a special service in the evening with an organ recital by Alan Reesor, guest organist. Despite the heavy financial obliga- tions, both planned and unexpected, the above were completed without incurring any ongoing indebtedness. 1986 marks our Centennial. Although the church has grown and there have been many changes and additions, the original building was basically as it stands today. Over the past 100 years it has served God, its members and the community well and we hope that it will con- tinue to do so for many years to come. This is our story. Playschool starts up in Seagrave by Patty Williams The winter term of the Seagrave Playschool started with registration last Wednesday. Due to a mix-up the Seagrave News didn't appear last week (jo there may have been some mothers*who were not aware of the registration. If anyone is interested in enroling a pre-schooler (3 and 4 'year olds) please come to the Seagrave United Church Hall at 9:30 for morning classes or 1:00 for after- noon clases on Wednesday, January 15. The fee is $24 for 12- 2 hour classes with a program of crafts, games and stories. Some special activities that are planned for the Winter term include a Valentine's Day Party, a horse- drawn sleigh ride and a bus trip to the Purple Woods Conservation area. Please call 985-2453 for further information. There will be a meeting of the Good Neighbours Group at the home of Dianne Puckrin on Monday, January 20th at 8 p.m. There will be a meeting of all parents of children attending Sun- day School at Seagrave United Church at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 22nd. The positions of Superintendent and Secretary- Treasurer will hopefully be filled at this time: Happy Birthday wishes go out to Patricia Wray and Kylie Kearns, who both celebrated their 3rd birth- day on January 6th. Next week correspondent for this' column will be Ann Sandiford 985-9440. The week of January 27th Marilyn Beacock 985-3595 will be writing the news and following her, Dianne Cooke will take her turn. on February 3rd. CHESTERFIELD SUITES - LOVF SEATS SECTIONALS - MATTRESSLS -- A Large Selection -- LESS THAN RP 1/2 PRICE! MCcKEEN FURNITURE 524 Simcoe St. S.. Oshawa 725-5181 PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, January 14, 1986 -- 15 Church marks 100 years 1985 was a good year for the Grace UCW Grace UCW held their January meeting at the home of Mrs. Pat Taylor. Pres. Barb Bisschop chaired the meeting and welcomed . Carol Robinson and Marj. Preston to our midst. - Devotional was, given by Joan Aldred, who had as her text Matt. 28:20. 'Lo I am With You Always." Secretary Barb Brown had a lot of correspondence to be read and deai: with, and also gave a very full and interesting year end report. Treasurer Heidi Krieg also gave her year end report, showing we had a very good year. The annual beef, dinner was discussed, so watch for details in the "Coming Events" column. Florence Fralick has accepted the job of card secretary, so if any of the member know of someone who is ill, or in need in any way, plus any special occasion, please let Florence know. It was decided to hold our February and March meetings in the afternoon rather than the even- ing. The next meeting to be February 5 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Ann Wardlaw. While lunch was being prepared, Joan read two humorous readings: "Occupation Housewife" and "It Just Ain't Fair." We closed the meeting with Mizp- benedition. Thanks Pat for opening your home. (You sure do live in a windy pat of our Island). Grace UCW members will be hav- ing an afternoon with the residents of the Port Perry Villa, Wednesday January 29. More details will follow. ALL IS LOST People who don't enjoy life as they journey along are the losers every day they live. machinery .. WELLL Refreshments JOR DEERE '86 No matter what color. your cap or .you're invited to our - John Deere Farming Frontiers Program. Not only will we show you what's new in machinery from John Deere for '86 and present educational farm topics, we will offer some food and express our deaiership's willingness to serve you. John Deere Farming Frontiers is unlike any other event; come and let us show you why! LEADERSHIP J YOU CAN COUNT ON Thurs., January 23 1:30 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. UTICA FARM EQUIPMENT LIMITED 2 miles west of Manchester Door Prizes