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Nehemiah, cupbearer to Persian King Artaxerxes, is saddened by news from Jerusalem. He gains permission to go help rebuild the city.--Nehemiah 1:1-2:8, ILLUSTRATED SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON Seripture--Nehemiah 1:1-6:3, 12:27-13:31 In Jerusalem, Sanballat scorn his skeptics headed by threaten his workers. trigue and treachery the wall is finished.--Nehemiah 2:9-6:19. =, Sy Pet efforts and Despite in- the Book of With the wall completed and dedi- cated, a religious revival sweeps Jeru- salem. The Temple is cleansed and Nehemiah 12:27-13:6. Returning on a visit some years later Nehemiah finds the people falling away and institutes further reforms. --Nehemiah 13:7-31. GOLDEN TEXT:, Psalm 90:17. Moses read publicly.-- TORONTO -- Two devotional manuals, hitherto published sep- arately by the Anglican Church of Canada and the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States, are to be merged in January. The new venture is another example of co-operation by churches of the Anglican Communion and had its genesis in the Mutual Responsibility theme that keynoted the 1963 Anglican Congress in Toronto. The booklets to be merged are the Canadian church's "Our Response to God', which was started in 1963, and "Far and Devotional Books, Merged By Churches years by Forward Movement Publications under the auspices of the Mutual Responsibility Commission of the Episcopal Church, Titled "Our Resp t to God SPE E "ANS TD st =. THE OSHAWA TIMES, Friday, December 24, 1965 9 said the -vote gras taken after * 150 delegates representing 108. provincial constituencies heard the views of both Premier Jean Lesage and Justice Minister Claude Wagner. : Death Penalty Retention Asked QUEBEC (CP)--The general council of the Quebec: Liberal Federation voted Wednesday night in favor of retaining the death penalty. , In a statement, the council --Far and Near," the new book- let will consist of commentaries on Bible passages coupled with information about Anglican dio- ceses for daily study. Prayers used will follow the order given LISTEN TO THE FAMILY: BIBLE HOUR SUNDAY 5:30 to 6:00 P.M, CKLB -- DIAL 1350 of the Christian church. Arrangements have been made with the Society for the Propagation of Christian Know- ledge for distribution of the book in Britain. » ' in the Anglican Cycle of Pray- er, It ill be produced by a joint editorial committee as a source of inspiration and in- formation and also as a guide Near", published for nearlly two to prayer for the world mission Christmas Spirit Glows In Lights, Acts Of Kindness BLACKSTOCK (TC) -- Thejand Mrs. William Mahaffy led! Mrs. Kenneth Samells presid- Christmas spirit is spreading! the worship. Officers for the en-|¢4 for the meeting of the Anna through the village. Many resi- dents have strung colored lights. A 91-year-old woman is baking suing year are: Mrs. Dalton Dorrell, president; Mrs. Neil buns and treating her neigh-| Malcolm, vice.- president; Mrs. bors. Last Saturday night three | william Mahaffy, secretary and young boys removed the SNOW | Mrs. Harry VanCamp, treasur- from walks as an act of kind-| ness to the older residents. Cartwright High School held its Snowball Dance Dec. 17 in the recreation centre. Records were given as prizes for spot dances. Hot chocolate milk, with candy cane swizzle sticks and marshmallow floats were served. CONFIRMATION SERVICE The Rt. Rev. G. B. Snell, Bishop Coadjutor of the Dio- eese of Toronto, conducted a confirmation service at St. John's Anglican Church. The candidates presented by Canon Ashmore and confirmed by the bishop were: Tommy Law- rence, Gary' Rohrer, Harry Shemilt, Robert Archer, Donald Edgerton, Brian Wolfe, Jo Ann Ballingal, Bonnie Felstead, Judy Felstead, Brenda Rohrer, Mar- jer. Mrs. Ralph Larmer was in gram, 'Rat Damage 'Is $20,000,000 REGINA (CP)--Rats cause an estimated $20,000,000 dam- age annually in Saskatchewan, \day. Mr. Barrett said in a press release that Saskatchewan's tat population has been esti- mated at about 1,000,000, equal charge of the Christmas pro-| C. F. Barrett, agriculture de-| partment pest specialist said to-| Unit at the home of Mrs. Ross |Duff. Mrs. J. Carnaghan read \the Christmas story and Mrs. sell Mountjoy gave a paper on "Christmas."' Readings by Mrs. Skelding, Mrs. Roy Taylor, Mrs. Murray Byers, Mrs. Sam- ells and Mrs. Carnagfian were interspersed with carol singing. Mrs. Lorne Thompson favored with piano solos. Members of the Dorcas Unit, meeting at the home of Mrs. Cecil Hill, made plans to re- member shut-ins during the Christmas season. Mrs. Lloyd Wright will be the new leader. Mrs. Walter Wright conducted the worship period. Mrs. Lloyd Wright led the discussion on the | Rus Camp read a letter from Beat- rice McLean, Oshawa Presby- tery missionary convener. WESTMOUNT UNITED CHURCH "4 study book. Mrs. Stanford Van} Royal Family Arrives At Windsor For Yule WINDSOR, England (Reuters The Royal Family moved to Windsor Castle Thursday for the Christmas round of turkey dinners and plum puddings in- terspersed with spells of walk- ing, riding and shooting in the castle parklands, The Queen and Prince Philip drove to the castle with their four children, Prince Charles Prince Andrew, Prince Edward and Princess Anne. Expected to join them shortly are the Queen Mother with Princess Margaret and her hus- band Lord Snowdon and their two young children. Also coming are the tamilies | of the Queen's cousins, the} Duke of Kent and Princess Al-| exandra. - The Royal pected back Buckingham Palace by the end of January. HEAR The Back to the Bible Broadcast DAILY Mon. to Sat. 9:30 - 10:00 a.m. 1350 RADIO Family is ad in residence at Branch of Toronto OSHAWA SPIRITUALIST CHURCH (Tennis Club Hall) Ritson Road N. & Hillcroft Pastor: Rev. Roy F. C. Stoddard Spiritualist Temple if Meeting Sunday 2:30 p.m, -- Healing Service. 7:00 P.M.--DIVINE SERVICE Guest Speaker & Medium Thursday 7:30 P.M.--MESSAGE SERVICE REV. R. F. C. STODDARD DEC. 25th, 11:00 A.M. in Toronto, ALL WELCOME y= Christmas Service at the Mother Church (CHRIST MEMORIAL CHURCH WILSON RD. S, at HOSKIN AVE, REV. R, A. SHARP CHRISTMAS EVE ST. MATTHEW'S ANGLICAN CHURCH | ANGLICAN MARY AND HILLCROFT STREETS CENTRE STREET UNITED CHURCH Corner King and Centre St. REV, ARTHUR W. MAGEE--MINISTER Organist Mrs. A. H, Foy 9:45 A.M. -- SUNDAY SCHOOL 11:00 A.M. "What Shall | Render Onto the Lord' Care provided for babies and small children during the service. The Friendly Family Church at the Centre of the City. ALBERT STREET UNITED CHURCH (Corner of Albert St. and Olive Ave.) MINISTER: REV, HELMUTH DYCK, B.A. Organist-Choirmaster: Harold Ellis DECEMBER 24th 11;00 P.M.--Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Sunday Church School is invited to Worship in the Sonctuary, 11:00 A.M.--MORNING WORSHIP Sermon: "After Christmas" A CORDIAL WELCOME end A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL CHRISTMAS EVE 11:30 P.M.--HOLY COMMUNION CHRISTMAS DAY y 8:00 A.M.--HOLY COMMUNION 10:00 A.M--HOLY COMMUNION (Family Service) SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26 A.M.--HOLY COMMUNION A.M.--MORNING PRAYER A.M,--CHURCH SCHOOLS Nursery Care at 11:00 a.m. Service :00 11:00 11:00 SIMCOE STREET UNITED CHURCH SIMCOE ST. S. AT BAGOT STREET The Church in the heart of the city with the World on Its heart. MINISTER: REV. JOHN K, MOFFAT, B.A, Director of Music: Mr, R. G, Geen, L.T.C.M, 11:00 A.M. "LET CHRIST GROW UP!" Socrament of Infant Baptism to the human population. Rats outnumber humans four-to-one in rural areas, he said. HARMONY UNITED CHURCH Rev, N. |. Holmes, B.A., B.D., Minister Mrs. Marie Taylor, A.R.C.T. (Piano and Organ), R.M.T. Organist and Choirmaster Anthem -- 'See Amid the Winter's Snow' -- West Soloist --- Leah Garrow Solo -- O Wondrous Night' -- Homlin William Shepherd SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 A.M.--Youth Department -- Young Adult Closs -- Adult Study Group 11:00 A.M.--Children's Department -- Baby Core tha Lawrence, Mrs. Donald Green, Mrs. Lawrence Mc- Laughlin, Mr. and Mrs. Ken Hudson. The flowers on the altar were in themory of departed mem- bers of the Women's Associa- tion. Mrs. William Taylor also contributed flowers in memory of members of her family. Christmas services were held fn the United Church. The choir presented the anthem "Jesu Bambino" with Mrs. Harold Kyte as soloist at the morning service. The Christmas Story, in cantata form, was presented by members of the Sunday School at the evening service. Robert Wheeler, assistant Sunday School superintendent, was the narrator. All departments con- tributed. The choir presented anthems and Mrs. Harold Kyte sang a solo. Games, contests and carol singing featured a social eve- ning held by members of the UCW and their husbands. Rev. P. Romeril conducted a worship service. Refreshments were served, The WA of the Anglican Church met in the parish hali-to conclude its business and enjoy @ social get-together. The winners at the euchre party held by the Women's In- stitute were: Mrs. Wilbert Werry, Mrs. Percy VanCamp and Mrs. Frank Bailey. OFFICERS ELECTED Mrs. Harold Kyte was hostess for the Candace Unit meeting. Mrs. Romeril gave a reading 7:00 P.M.--Service Cancelled Bond Street West ot Rosehill Bivd. Wednesday -- 10:00 A.M, -- HOLY COMMUNION (Just north of the Oshawa Shopping Centre) ay, | Minister: Rev. Frank H. Ward, B.A. Orgonist--Choir Director Rowland L. McCord, Mus. 11:45 P.M.--Procession and Choral Eucharist wi J + ST. GEORGE'S ANGLICAN CHURCH BAGOT AND CENTRE STS. The Reverend Canon F. G. Ongley, M.A.--Rector The Reverend R. G. Brooks $.Th.--Assistant Bac. CHRISTMAS DAY 10:00 A.M.--Fomily Service (Holy Communion) CHRISTMAS EVE 8:00 P.M. CHRISTMAS EVE PAGEANT SUNDAY, DEC. 26 11:00 A.M.--CHRISTMAS FAMILY SERVICE 9:48 A.M.--Junior, Intermediate and. Senior Depts. 11:00 A.M.--Nursery and Primary Dept FNORTHMINSTER UNITED CHURCH (CORNER OF SIMCOE ST, AND ROSSLAND RD.) MINISTER -- REV. H. A. MELLOW, B.A, D.D, ORGANIST -- MR, RONALD KELLINGTON DEACONESS ---- MISS SHIRLEY M, McKEE SUNDAY, DEC. 26th 8:00 A.M.--Holy Communion 11;00 A.M.--The Festival of Nine Lessons ond Carols 9:45 A.M.--Sunday School 11:00 A.M.--Kindergarten and Tiny Tots Classes CHRISTMAS SERVICES Friday, December 24th -- Christmas Eve 11:00 P.M.--CHORAL COMMUNION Saturday, December 25th -- Christmas Day 9:00 A.M.--HOLY COMMUNION 11:00 A.M.--CHORAL COMMUNION -- Family Service Sunday, December 26th -- Christmos | SERVICES: 9:00 a.m. -- 11:00 am. -- 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 30th -- 10:00 A.M. -- Holy Communion Saturday, Jonuary Ist -- NEW YEAR'S DAY -- 10:00 A.M. Holy Communion a = 11:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP _A Hearty Welcome To Ail NO EVENING SERVICE THIS WEEK pt. You are welcome to these Services CHURCH SCHOOL SESSIONS 9:15 A.M.--Primary Grades 1, 2, ond 3; Junior 4, 8. and 6 9:15 A.M.--lIntermediate Grades 7, 8 and 9; Senior Grades 10 and over 10:45 Nursery ages 3; Kindergarten oges 4 and 5; Primary Grades 1, 2, and 3 f UNITED SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF ONTARIO Orange Temple, (Upstairs) Bruce St., Oshawa Yam FRIDAY, DECEMBER 24th 7:00 P.M.--Christmas Eve Service Miss McKee and Dr, Mellow in pee) 2:30 P.M. Healing Meditation and Open Circle Clairvoyance Ss bs aa 7 i 7:06 Spirit will attend, so why don't you? Bring a friend to meet your friends. AD Pvrait P EVENING SERV! ST.-ANDREW'S UNITED. Giiik Minister: THE REV. JOHN E. G. MORRIS, B.A., Organist and Choirmaster: MR. KELVIN JAMES, A.I. au Li S.1.M 1.C.M. 1 C.M. Sunday, December 26th 41:00 AM. WW, "IT MADE A DIFFERENCE" Z Spiritualists unite to work in God's fields, Spiritualism unites all religions. rms We believe and follow teachings from the Bible. We know that there is survival after death. We experienced God's healing power. We believe God's loye is for everyone. SECRETARY -- TELEPHONE 723-6786 TION CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 409 ADELAIDE AVE. EAST PASTOR: REV. D. N. HABERMEHL, B.A., M.Th. CHRISTMAS EVE P.M.--Service begins with music by the Choir. P.M,--Holy Communion, with Mr. Moffat and Mr. Morris officiating, (The choir will sing the Merbecke responses) CHRISTMAS | 9:30 A.M.--Junior and Intermediate Deportments (Children 9-13 years) Pre-Confirmation. Class ----Grade 9. Senior Discussion Group -- Teens : 11:00 A.M.--MORNING WORSHIP, First Sunday in Christmas "BACKWARD INTO CHRISTMAS" Who is it that was born long ago? Was he really divine? Truly human? How do we know? We do encourage young parents to bri their children te church, and use the facilities of our cradle and toddler 'rooms, Babysitter Service by Come Double Club we ye ONE UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH 920 Ritson Road South (near Olive) 723-6325 May the Star of Bethlehem lead vou to the holy Babe. SALVATION ARMY OSHAWA CORPS -- 133 Simcoe St. S. COME AND WORSHIP THE LORD ON THE DAY OF HIS BIRTH LER ERA The Whole Gospel to the Whole World 11:00. A.M.--Topic: "THEY DEPARTED ANOTHER WAY" s 7:00 P.M.--Topic: "A NEW LANGUAGE AT BETHLEHEM" "OQ COME LET US ADORE HIM CHRIST THE LORD" King St. Ynited Church ; 129 KING STREET EAST. REV. L. WESLEY HERBERT, Minister Miss Nancy Fraser, Deaconess Mr. Rhyddid Williams Choir Director ond Organist Sunday: 10 A.M.----Sunday School 11 A.M.--Morning Worship 7:30 P.M.--Evangelistic Wed. 8:00 P.M.--Bible Study and Prayer Fri., 8:00 P.M.--Young People WELCOME Service on Christmas Morning at 11 o'clock Baby Creche Nursery Care Provided Nursery and Church School 11:00. A.M. A HEARTY WELCOME TO ALL Youth Department - 10:00 A.M, EVERYONE Y THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN CANADA KNOX ST. LUKE'S ST. PAUL'S UKRAINIAN SIMCOE ST. NORTH Rossiand Rd. W. et Nipigon Wilson Rd, N. at King St. E. Simcoe St. South (Four blocks from King) Minister Rev. GW: C. Brett, BA, Rev. Walter Jackson Minister Rev.J.Jacenty Minister Mr. Frank Walter Musical Director 11:00 A.M. CHRISTMAS SUNDAY "THE DIVINE NECESSITY" St. John 1:14 'REORGANIZED CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS 'World Headquorters, Independence, Missouri} ORANGE TEMPLE SIMCOE & BRUCE, OSHAWA All blessings to you and po THE CHRISTIAN and MISSIONARY ALLIANCE CHURCH Bond-St._E, Minister, Rev. R. J. Barker MEER ELL GLIAL NE ERE ERAT | | [ ! PRL an 6 Bai dehat ; SIN 1 SINCLAIR, B.A, Introit: "In the Bleak Midwinter" 9:00 A.M.--Church School (Holst) Soloist; Mrs. James Bell 11:00 A.M.---Morning Worship Musical Director Mr. Matthew Gouldburn, A.L.C.M. Pianist Miss Jane Welr Junior Choir: "The Little Drummer Boy'*--(Simeone} 9:45 AM CHURCH SCHOOL 11:00 A.M "The Christian and the Law' 7:00 P.M, Peace" CHRISTMAS EVE 7:30 P.M. -- Service of Hymns and Carols 9:30 A.M, CHURCH SCHOOL 10:00 A.M. Church School For Children ond Aduits 11:00 A.M, Morning Worship Sole: | wonder os | Wander" (Niles) Mr. Donald Alimon 1 ee RE ee HUNGARIAN Minister Rev. E, Seress at Knox Church Simcoe St. North SUNDAY, DECEMBER 26th 9:45 A.M.--SUNDAY SCHOOL. 11:00 A.M.--"SENT -- INTO 1966!" 7:00 P.M.--CHOIR PROGRAM: OF CHRISTMAS : CAROLS . Anthem 11:00 A.M, High" "RETURN FROM CHRISTMAS" All Cordially Invited "Ding Dong Merrily en (arr, Candlyn) Paks SUNDAY, DEC. 26th 9:30 A.M.--CHURCH SCHOOL 11:00 A.M.--CHRISTMAS THANKS- GIVING SERVICE Piano & Organ Duet: "O_ Holy Night' "(Adam) Miss Hazel Rundle & Mr RR, Williams, 3:30. P.M.--Worship Service 2nd and 4th SUNDAYS All Are Invited Phone 728-9606 . Come and Worship With Us, "q ALWAYS A WELCOME FOR ALL AT THE FRIENDLY FAMILY CHURCH wick FAD aI