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16- PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, January 23, 1996 "Scugog's Community Newspaper of Choice" | A J ---- R > PORT PERRY STAR URAL RoorTs Preparing to honor the Scots' favorite poet Well! January is moving along fast - it will soon be a memory! On Thursday, Jan. 25 all over the world, Scots will be holding Burns Suppers with the piping-in of the hag- gis and other ceremonies to commemorate the birthday of Robert Burns. For people of all nationalities it would be a good idea to use before a meal, Burns famous "Selkirk Grace." Some hae meat that canna eat; And some would eat that table before leaving for home. Neta Fish of Edgerton Road had an enjoyable visit with her cousin Oliver Wylie of Lindsay recently. He now lives in Caressant Care and is'quite happy there. Very best wishes to cousin Oliver! More news of Anne Levinson - former resident of Port Perry! Margaret Cornish keeps in touch with Anne! She is still in her own home with a nurse dropping in to see her once a day, as her one leg is not as good as the other Nestleton Mabel Cawker greeters at the door. Rev. David Shearman spoke on "Essential Agreement" with hymn Arthur Weir. Service closed with hymn - "O Jesus I Have Promised." Prayer, Benediction. and singing "Go Now In Peace." A fine service! Sympathy Very saddened to learn of the death of Melba Owen of Port Perry. A very fine person who will be sadly missed by so many folks. Deepest sym- pathy to her family and warm friends! Her husband Bill predeceased her some time ago. Thoughts don't be afraid - This is the day which the Lord hath made. By Helen Marshall Nestleton Presbyterian Church With an average atten- dance, the regular church service was conducted by Rev. Wm. Fairley in Nestleton Presbyterian Church at 11 a.m. The organist was Joyce Taylor and ushers were Oliver Rohrer and Russell Brown. The Sunday School was want it; one! Wouldn't it be nice to Called to be caring people Dare to be happy - don't taught by Dorothy Lee.. But we hae meat, and we drop a line or send her a card. Who we are - why we are - gpy away, reach out and cap- Responsive Psalm was #27 can eat; Address is Mrs. Anne Whatweare-onethought- * tyre the joy of today. Lifeis and Scripture readings were Sae let the Lord be thankit! Levinson, 90 Fisherville ©ne purpose - Jesus Savoir for living! Give it a try; Open from Isaiah 9 and St. John 2: Family Concerns Road, Apt. 806, Willowdale, Lord! A splendid message for your heart to the sun in the 1-11 verses. Yours truly was delighted Ontario M2R 3J9. all! The minister read the sky Dare to be loving, and In the sermon, Rev. Fairley to have son Grant Cawker Nestleton United Script. trusting and true: Treasure spoke of the effect the hap- and friend John Sharpe of Church The music by Nestleton the hours with those dear to penings of the week, in each Oshawa one day this past week. They enjoyed ice fish- ing then later we had a visit sitting around the kitchen With a smaller attendance on Sunday, Jan. 21, Third Sunday after Epiphany with Ina Davis and Carol Hill the trio - "Spirit Song." - Shirley, Regenia and Katie with Carol Mairs at the piano. Offering received by Robert Mairs and you. Dare to be kind, it's more fun than you know; give joy to others, and watch your own grow. Dare to be happy, of our lives, affect our attitude as we reach the weekend, and look forward to another week. "The Lord is my light." The Third Sunday of Epipha- _~"¢» ny at Greenbank United Church was well attended. | Christopher Shaw and Joanne a Shepherd opened the service by | singing an upbeat version of the Lord's Prayer with the congre- gation joining in. Betty McGee was pianist/organist with a lovely solo by Norma Brose. Next Sunday, Jan. 28 will be the Covenanting of the newly elected church officers so don't forget to be in attendance for this special serviceat 11 a.m. Y.M.C.A. will be offering a ba- bysitter course at Greenbank Hall starting Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 4 to 6 p.m. The course will run for five weeks and to Greenbank Shirley Lee 'pre-register call the Y.M.C.A. office 985-2824. Fee is $45 and the instruction is by Simone Clarkson and this course is for 12 to 15 year olds. Have you bought your Lions Club draw ticket for the Rap- tors game and $50 cash. Draw will be on Jan. 24 so pick up your ticket at Greenbank Store, There will be a meeting of the Canadian Organic Growers Group on Monday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. to discuss a variety of top-- ics related to food grown natu- rally without synthetic pesti- cides or fertilizers. This group is just starting so come out for a great evening and get some great gardening ideas. See you at Greenbank Hall. Brian Norrish had an experi- ence last Friday evening that he will relate for time to come, when because of a sudden snow storm on Lake Simcoe left him stranded in his ice hut without heat. About 3:30 a.m. he was The members of Burns con- gregation are reminded of the annual meeting to be held on Sunday, Feb. 4 following morn- ing worship. Everyone is asked to bring their own sandwich, and dessert and beverage will be provided. There will be no Bible study on that date. The Ladies Bible Class met at the home of Lexie Pettus last Wednesday afternoon with eight ladies present. President Aldine Wick chaired the meet- ing and we opened by singing "Moment by Moment," scrip- ture from Hebrews 11: 1-6 was read by Lexie, Rev. Sheina Smith led in prayer. Meditation by the president was titled "Prayer for Healing." Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus," was sung. Treasurer's report was given by Joan Knight. Joan was in Ashburn Florence a Ashton charge of the program and shared with us three poems on New Years. Bernice Gardner read a humorous reading. To conclude the meeting, we planned our meetings for 1996. Lexie served tasty refresh- ments and we all enjoyed a time of fellowship. Our meeting date has been changed from the second Wednesday to the third Wednesday of each month. Annual church meeting's Feb. 4 Eleven tables of euchre were played at the euchre party on Thursday evening. Ladies first prize - Anne Plaxton, second - + Duff, Men's first - Roy Hodson, second - Nelson Cole. Lone hands - Verna Draper and Elmo Gibson. Share the wealth Isabelle Saunders and Mary , Borland. Door prize winners ~ were George Harper and Doris Evans. Next euchre will be Feb. 1 at the Community Centre. On Sunday afternoon, Doug and Florence Ashton attended the 90th birthday celebration in honor of Edna Kerry which was held at St. John's Presbyterian Church, Port Perry. Edna warmly greeted her many friends and relatives who gath- ered together in her honor. From her friends in Ashburn, we extend our best wishes. Time for Raptors' draw is running out rescued by a Canadian Forces helicopter and returned to the safety of land. The Women's Institute held their January meeting at the home of Shirley Lee on Wednes- day past with 11 members and friends attending. The Opening Ode was sung followed by the repeating of the Mary Stewart Collect. President Shirley thanked all the ladies for their generous contributions to the Christmas Box for Operation Scugog. Correspondence was read from a former member Toni Minton of Griffith, and a letter from F.W.I.O. introduc- ing us to a new rose bush that has been grown by Sheridan to honor the 100th Anniversary of the W.1. Committee reports were giv- en and all proved very interest- ing. Roll Call: Bring a subject that you would like to discuss with the group, be it a topic on health, cooking, community or something you read about. One topic discussed was the 50th An- niversary of the freeing of the Netherlands by war. This raised the question about Remem- brance Day and the school chil- dren, are they being taught how lives were lost to keep Canada free, that we should be proud to be a Canadian. Do they sing the National Anthem before or after classes each day. If not why! A contest "Are you a reliable wit- 'ness was played and a social hour was then enjoyed. Thought for the week: "In some fields the old and used is valued more than the shiny and new." That applies not only to material things, but to old friendships which grow firmer and truer as the years go by. Seagrave BY DIANE COOKE Seagrave and Greenbank Scouting Group would like to invite the community to join them at their annual fund- raising dance, Feb. 24 at the Greenbank Hall. Doors open at 8 p.m. The cost is only $7.50 per person. Everyone in the community is welcom= - take friends for a great eve- ning of fun and music. For more information or tickets please call Marg at 985-9021. Happy birthday wishes go out this week to Maureen Mahood, Clarence Cameron, Krystal Manitius and Bran- don Puckrin. Sympathy of the communi- ty is extended to Ken and El- eanor Sturman and family in the sudden passing on Thursday of their grand- daughter Stephanie Cole- man. She was the 2-1/2 yr. old daughter of John and Carol Coleman of Whitby. A memorial service is being held on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 2 p.m. at St.Marks United Church, Whitby. Seagrave Church News On the Third Sunday of Epiphany the choir sang the anthem "Praise to the Lord." Rev. Shepherd's sermon was on "The Empty Cross." There is a message in the cross that cannot be improved on. It cannot be added to by use of such things as flowers, rib- bons or an angel, without de- stroyingits power. Next Sunday is covenant- ing of the church officers. An official board meeting is being held this Wednes- day, Jan. 24 at 8 p.m. at Greenbank Church. Please call Ann Sandiford at 985-9440 with your news, for next week's column.