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The Clarington/Courtice Independent, Bowmanville, Saturday, December 26, 1998 Page 9 Christmas Thoughts from Knox Christian Christmas Stuffing The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 178 in Bowmanville invited the community to "stuff a van" with Christmas food and toys on Saturday, December 12th. Here, Carl Fallis, one of the volunteers on duly at the van, loads up some of the first donations. Before the end of the day, enough food to fill the vehicle had poured in. Drive Merrily, DRIVE SAFELY Many of our neighbours will be on the road to visit friends and family this Christmas. If you're one of them take your time and relax. Drive safely and enjoy the holiday. Bob's Towing Bowmanville • Courtice • Oshawa 723-5219 ©j.p.y Is Christmas Santa? Is Christmas Santa, Hying through the sky? Or is it baby Jesus, of the Lord Most High? Do you ever ponder what Christmas is about? Or do you just ignore the facts, and get ready to shout? Give Me, Give Mc, I want this, I want that. Do you really know what Christmas is about? You've probably heard of Jesus, horn on Christmas day. But did you ever hear the price that he did pay? I'll tell you what he did, just listen to what I say. Jesus died for us, on that first Good Friday. Jesus is the Saviour, He rose on Easter day. We celebrate Christmas, because it's his birthday. Don't forget Saint Nick, who gave to all the poor. He blessed them with some money, and a whole lot more. Saint Nick is believed to be the one. Who Santa Claus has originated from. But lie knew Jesus was the Son. The Son of God, the Holy One. Saint Nick just wanted to serve the Lord He decided that giving is what he could afford. So don't forget Jesus on Christmas Day. You wouldn't want your friends to forget your birthday. birthday. No Christmas isn't Santa, Hying through the sky. It's about baby Jesus, Son of the Lord Most High. James Snyder The Birth of the Christmas Baby Long, long ago in a 'Twos tfie Time Before Christmas... Attcf iftc season's in tjeai; Tftc stores are a-6ustfiuy, Ton can fed tftc tjootf cfiecr! Ancf before it's aft done, We u'isfi to ourjriewfs, Merry Cftristmas to off, Hope tfiejiin never ends! Bill, Wendy, Mary Jane and Jim Cole's Men's Wear 35 Temperance St. N., Bowmanville (905)623-6124 wmm Warm wishes fora bright holiday season. The staff of Hamilton Insurance Service 983-5115 ■ J-JOPE YOUR CHRISTMAS TURNS OUT JUST RIGHT! Here's our foolproof recipe for a perfect holiday season: r Take One Part Cheer Add Two Parts Joy Throw In Our Very Best Wishes And Serve In Generous Portions To A Pine Mix Of People bike Yottl Sweet tidings and many thanks to all, DENNIS PIZZERIA RESTAURANT 219 King Street East, Bowmanville 623-330 Christmas Nouns: Christmas Evo 11 a.m.-G p.m. Christmas Day Closed - Boxing Day Closed; Doc. 27 open 3 p.m. ■ 12 a.m. Now Year's Evo 11 a.m, - 8 p.m,; Closed Now Year's Day Bethlehem town, A couple travelled up hill and down. Long in search for a place to sleep, "It's too far", they would weep. They found a place where they could rest. But the inn was full and nowhere they could suggest. They sighted a stable in the distance, not far! Their father in heaven placed above it the Christmas star. Some kings from the East sighted a bright skylight. They saddled their camels and hopped aboard. The camels hurried in the dessert sand, many nights. The men arrived with greetings of love and gilts for baby Jesus, our Lord. A distance away in a field by a creek, Some shepherds watched their Hock and waited for morn. An angel appeared and waited to speak, "Unto you a child is born." And that is how my saviour saviour was born, one Christmas morning long ago. Brook Vivian My Christmas Thoughts In a town long long ago a baby was born in a manger on a cold winter's morn, He was born by the virgin Mary and the child she did carry. Lot's of people came from every town from the east to the west and all around I know he will come again and bring peace to all men. There will never be a way to banish Christ from Christmas Day Even though kids think about Santa in December Jesus Christ is the one we should really remember. This is how my Christ was born on that cold cold winter morn. Peler Heerschap The Real Meaning of Christmas What's the meaning of Christmas? What really is it? Is it about the presents under the tree? and saying everybody look at me? The real meaning is a little little boy by the name of Jesus. Born in a little town called Bethlehem. He came to cleanse us of our sin so we can go to heaven. Wise men came from far and wide. to see this baby, the son of God. They took him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. and shepherds came knocking at the door. The shepherds came from out in the field. When they saw the angels sing. They went and found Jesus in a manger. So they went out and told every stranger. Now you know that Christmas is about Jesus. Who was born on that first Christmas Day. So don't think about what you get. but about how Jesus, the shepherds and the wisemen met. Jonathan Vis MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS! Thanks for seeing us this year! 30 King St VIZ., Bowmanville 623-3132 H! iF ■a Rtt^Ifungs 'Bright^, (fieautiful May your holidays glow with happiness and warm feelings. Many thanks for making our year a sparkling success. Darolyn, Wendy, Nancy and Gale Kut 'N' Kurl 7I King Street East, Bowmanville 623-5019. ..."And To All A Good Night!" Here's hoping all your dreams come true this holiday season. Merry Christmas, everyone! mother mod CUSTOM DRAPERIES & INTERIORS "COMPLETE DESIGN SERVICE 34B King St. W., Bowmanville 623-2826 it-- --I') N 4 L 4 \ T7 We're extending our very best wishes to you and yours for a holiday filled with good friends and cheer. We're proud to be a part of this fine community and are grateful for the opportunity to serve you. Merry Christmas! Mayor Diane Hamre and Members of Council ill! Bill □BB □D □0 (iVJ.R