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| Help for PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, March 14, 1989 -- 49 Lifeguide by David Beesley Last month when a United Airlines jet's outer skin peeled away, nine people were sucked to a horrible death. The plane limped back to Hawaii - a gaping hole in its side. The incident pro- mpted aviation investigators to question whether this was yet another terrorist attack or a serious structural failure. The evidence quickly pointed to the latter. A faulty cargo door was determined to be the most likely cause of the disaster. This startling conclusion has caused many to doubt the safety of air travel, particularly if one is flying on board an older aircraft. There are emerging serious questions as to the reliability of what were once thought as perfectly safe airplanes, As I thought about the failure of Flight 811, I thought about the structural defects that are beginning to show in many of the time-honoured institutions of our society. Like sleek jumbo jets these reliable institutions once appeared to be utterly reliable in getting us to our destination. I'm thinking of institutions like order- Y government organized religion and the traditional family unit. et as we analyse the shape of these institutions we see the tell- tale signs of stress. There are cracks in the fuselage, metal fatigue is evident, and the powerful engines seem to be spewing the black smoke that signals serious trouble ahead. Over the course of the next series of Lifeguide articles, I want to look at the prospects of survival for these great institutions. I care about them. I'm a passenger on board them and so are you. It makes a difference whether they continue to fly or come crashing down. Our own country's survival depends on them. When the mayday distress call is heard from our elected of- ficials, we'd better listen. When effective government stops - we op. : When we watch the established church slip into serious decline - we'd better worry. The moral fuel provided by religious training helps keep our culture aloft. When we see the families of our nation battered in the tur- bulance of modern problems and pressures - we'd better do something. Now I must warn you I'm a Christian. So I write from what could be considered a conservative, traditional position. In other words, I think that we should stick with the institutions that have gotten us along so far. I'm not like those who advocate a radical departure from the past. They suggest we (to change metaphors) switch horses mid-stream. Quite frankly, I think they're all wet! My position is, and as will be reflected in future columns, a return to basic historic values. I believe the way ahead is best seen by looking back over our shoulder. Despite what is said, I'm convinced that these wounded institutional airships can deliver us to our com- mon destination. Let me suggest 3 easy steps to follow as we attempt to navigate ~ the course ahead. Let's try to remember what government is meant to be and how we can all contribute to repairing this injured institution. Let's try to recover our sense of faith in the message of the traditional church. Despite its obvious faults, let's not throw out the maps it possesses to guide us in the right direction. Finally, let's try to restore to our homes the love, caring and commitment that made for an enjoyable trip as together we journey through time and space. When we meet next, I'll speak about the crisis in confidence facing governments. Until then, Bon Voyage! (Rev. David Beesley is pastor at Emmanuel Pentecostal Church, Port Perry). nicotine addicts Durham Region Lung Associa- tion will run its popular smoking cessation program, "Countdown" in Port Perry starting on April 10, 1989. This seven 'session Course will be held at the Community Memorial Hospital, 451 Paxton Street, Port Perry, on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. Places are limited, and early registration is highly recommended. The Lung Association has tested Countdown extensively over a six year period, and cur- rently records an average of 81 percent success rate among par- ticipants who complete the Course. Over five weeks, par- ticipants will be taught to identify smoking triggers, and how to app- ly coping techniques and alter- nate behaviours. Classes are small, and are held in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. A $75 registration fee is payable in advance, and covers all costs, including permanently bound Course reference materials, counselling at sessions, Ex- Smokers Maintenance Manual and a relaxation tape. Pre- registration is required, and may be made by post-dated cheque, or credit card. To register, or for more infor- mation, call the Lung Association in Oshawa at 436-1046. PORT PERRY CLINIC Dr. Eva Mueller Chiropractor & Naturopath - is closed for - VACATION March 13 to 17 INCLUSIVE GROCERIES & ICE CREA Premium Quality Farm Fresh Eggs : GASOLINE Video Rentals DIESEL Hardware WINDSHIELD Provincial, WASHER FLUID Wintario MOTOR OIL Instant Win KEY CUTTING Tickets Fast, friendly, full service COLUMBUS VARIETY & WINTER i N ee ays STORE GAS BAR Voom 8AM © SIMCOE STREET N., COLUMBUS 7:30 na 655-8050 wo PORT PERRY PRINCE ALBERT "UNITED CHURCH Rev. D. Robert J. LePage, B.A, M.Div. Rev. Donald E. Tansley B.A. M.Div. Associate Minister SUNDAY, MARCH 19, Service Theme: "Responding to God's Grace" Lent V Port Perry - 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship & Church School Prince Albert - 11:30 a.m. Morning Worship & Church School Nursery Care Always Available UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Miss Edith Bolton Scugog Island 9:45 a.m. Manchester 11:15 a.m. Nursery, Church School & Worship UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA Rev. Dale Davis Blackstock 10:00 a.m. North Nestleton 11:15 a.m. Nursery & Church School During Worship GREENBANK PASTORAL CHARGE SERVICES Rev. David Shepherd, Minister 9:30 a.m. Seagrave 11:00 a.m. Greenbank 12:30 p.m. Pinedale COMMUNITY CHURCH CAESAREA Dr. W.H. Crawford 11:00 a.m. Speaker: Harry Kiezebrink We Invite You To Family Worship Welcome To The Country Church Sunshine Clubs Tuesday - All Ages 4-5 p.m. Prayer & Study Tuesday 7:30 P.M. EMMANUEL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH Regional Rd. 8 at Simcoe Port Perry, Ontario Rev. David Beesley, Pastor 985-4441 SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 1989 9:45 a.m. Christian Ed. 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship Message: "Rub Shoulders With Royalty" (Gal. 4:1-7) Special Music: Jan and David Beesley 6:30 p.m. Praise Service Message: "Who Needs The Church Anyway?" (Gal. 4:8-20) Special Music: Kathleen Patillo Nursery Care and Children's Church Provided in Both Services Wed. 7-8:30 p.m. Youth (call 985-3060 for info.) "A Church Reaching Out in Love" ANGLICAN CHURCH The Rev'd Charles E. Bull Incumbent St. John's SUNDAY, MARCH 19 Palm Sunday 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion - New Rite Church School & Nursery Church of the Ascension SUNDAY, MARCH 19 Palm Sunday 11:30 a.m. Holy Communion - New Rite Church School BAPTIST CHURCH Hwy. 7A & Island Road East of Port Perry 985-8681 Pastor: Rev. David S. Daniels Bible School 9:45 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m.& 6:30 p.m. Junior Church & Nursery Provided AWANA Boys & Girls Clubs cancelled due to March break Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer Friday, 1:00-8:00 p.m. YOUTH Tuesday, March 21, 9:45 a.m. Ladies Coffee Hour Craft & Refreshments Classes provided 0-5 yrs. March 22, 7:00 p.m. AWANA Clubs GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 10:00 a.m. Nursery Provided Special Welcome To The Handicapped HOPE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH A Christian Reformed Fellowship 166 Simcoe Street, Prince Albert Rev. Bart VanEyk, Pastor "The Church of the Back-to-God Hour" Broadcasting Sundays 9:30 a.m. CHOO - 1390 AM and CKAN 1480 AM Services 10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Nursery Provided "Everyone Welcome" Thursdays 9:30 a.m. "Ladies Coffee Break Nursery Care Provided EMMANUEL FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP Durham Road 23 and 7th Conc. Reverend Timothy Godfrey, Pastor Church: 852-7054 Residence: 852-5871 SUNDAY, MARCH 19 9:45 a.m. - Family Bible School 11:00 a.m. - Worship Services 6:00 p.m. - Praise Meeting Tuesday - 9:30 a.m. . Ladies Fellowship Wednesday - 7:30 p.m. Prayer & Bible Study Saturday - 7:00 p.m. Youth Group THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN CANADA Rev. Stuart McEntyre, B.A., B.D. Office: 985-3881 -- Home: 985-3409 SUNDAY, MARCH 19 ST. JOHN'S, PORT PERRY 9:55 a.m. Family Worship & Church School Nursery Care Provided BURNS PRESBYTERIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH, ASHBURN 10:00 a.m. Church School 11:15 a.m. Family Worship Sound Evangelical Biblical Theology ST. BERNADETTE'S CATHOLIC PARISH Sunday Mass 11:30 a.m. Nestleton Community Hall Nestleton Serving Cartwright Township Come On Home Father Tom Lynch 705-932-2712 NESTLETON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 11:00 a.m. Worship Service & Sunday School All Welcome 5 So. TT GRRE SEG Xm rms