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22 Independent & Free Press,Thursday, December 30, 2010 CARDS OF THANKS IN appreciation to all who showed expressions of kindness during my recent hospital visits, and since returning home. I am truly grateful. Happy New Year to everyone. Sincerely, Em. Thompson look St. Alban's to begin Rainbows in January cope." hear other members of their group By TED BROWN inside Orear first feel the same way, they realize they Staff Writer ...for these flyers in your area BEST BUY CAN TIRE FOOD BASICS FRESHCO* FUTURE SHOP GUARDIAN DRUGS HOME OUTFITTERS MARS CANADA METRO MICHEALS NO FRILLS PAYLESS SHOES V 241 PIZZA In keeping with its ongoing outreach programs, St. Alban the Martyr Anglican Church in Glen Williams, has embarked upon another community project. "On January 17, we're beginning a program called Rainbows," said Fr Aaron Orear, St. Alban's priest, "It's a support program for children who are living with a loss of some sort." The program is a partnership with the Rainbows, an international organization celebrating over 20 years of experience with grieving youth and adults. "When kids experience a loss of some sort, perhaps a death in the family, a divorce, separation or even an incarceration of a family member, kids are expected to just deal with it," said Orear, "The problem is that kids at that age aren't sure how to deal with loss, or process the situation they find themselves in. They often become confused, or angry, and show their pain through negative behavior. "Rainbows gives them an opportunity to talk to others their own ages, and in doing so, realize they aren't alone in this world. They learn self esteem, and ways to heard of Rainbows while he was at St. Jude's Anglican Church in Oakville. Although he didn't work with the proFR AARON gram, he was OREAR familiar with it, and when the St. Jude's Rainbows co-ordinator recently told him St. Jude's program had several people from Halton Hills enrolled in their programs, he thought the time had come to set up a similar program at St. Alban's. The Rainbows program is a 12week evening program, and the help is peer-to-peer, where kids aged 4 to 14, have an opportunity to sit with others their own ages, and talk about their loss. At St. Alban's, two groups will be divided by age, and each group will have two trained facilitators, who will lead the group through various games and activities to allow the kids to talk out their feelings. As the games and activities give the children a means of expressing their experience, they begin to share with one another. When they IN MEMORIAM Flora Clarke December 31st, 2009 We look up towards Heaven Mom, just looking for your star. We never thought you were strong enough to travel, oh so far. You came, you were, you went away too weak to journey on. We didn't realize you were so sick. We can't believe you're gone. Sometimes we think to blame ourselves, but your leaving was not our choice. We bonded with your heart Mom, we bonded with your voice. One day we will meet again, where time will never fade. And once again we will cherish all the memories that we made. Love your Children, Sheilagh, Mark, Mary, Leona and Douglas PETTINGILL,Timothy March 3rd,1959 - January 1st,1981 In loving memory of our dear Tim who died of leukemia at the age of 21 He was the beloved son of Tom and the late Jutta (1987) Pettingill, and dear brother of Mary, Rebecca, Sonja, Christa, Helen and John. Tim, you gave us the peace sign. We will always remember you and admire your courage. PHARMA PLUS RCSS SEARS SHOPPERS DRUG SOBEYS THE BRICK THE SOURCE TSC WALMART ZELLERS * full distribution aren't abnormal for feeling sad or angry, or any other emotions they might feel. "The sessions are non-religious," said Orear, "And no more then 12 kids will be in any group. The sessions only run for 45 minutes, and everything at Rainbows is strictly confidential. What happens at Rainbows, stays at Rainbows." On the 13th week, the group enjoys a `wrap party' so the kids can celebrate their success in the program. The program is completely free of charge, but Orear hopes interested parents will pre-register their children, so they have an idea how many will be attending. The first session begins January 17, at 7 p.m. at Alban House, adjacent to the church. "If someone simply shows up, without registering, we'll certainly accommodate them," said Orear, "But it would be great if they can pre-register, so we're better prepared." St. Alban the Martyr Anglican Church is located at 537 Main St. in Glen Williams. For more info, or to pre-register, call the St. Alban's Rainbows co-ordinator Amy Levett at 519-929-9148. Literacy North Halton changes name to Adult Learning Centre Literacy North Halton has adopted a new operational name-- Adult Learning Centre. Following consultations with key stakeholders, it was determined that this new operational name better reflects the programs and services being offered by the "legal" parent Literacy North Halton. There will be little change in how Literacy North Halton operates, or in the service it provides in the community, Dewar said. The Adult Learning Centre refers to the range of services currently offered by Literacy North Halton to adults in the community, including: · Academic Upgrading Program in partnership with Sheridan College (ACE) · Read *Spell *Write upgrading program with a focus on essential skills · Workforce Essential Skills focusing on computer skills for the workplace (WES) Literacy North Halton remains a charitable, nonprofit organization providing services to adults who wish to improve their essential skills and meet their educational goals since 1986. LOUTH, Gary January 20th, 1953 - January 1st, 2006 It has been 5 years already, Where has the time gone. Lovingly remembered, Sherrie, Brendan and Ryan Louth For Flyer Information, contact Nancy Geissler, 905-873-0301, Ext 228 JACOBS, Shane Alexander In loving memory of our dear son who passed away December 30th, 1991. Shane, There's a family who misses you sadly, in a home where you used to be A family who wanted to keep you, but God willed it not to be, We did not know that evening what sorrow the next day would bring The bitter grief, the shock severe, to part with our son whom we loved so dear You bid no one a last farewell, no chance to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why, God gave us strength and courage to face that dreadful blow, But what it meant to loose you, no one will ever know When shadows of night have fallen and we are all alone, In our hearts there comes a longing, if only you could come home. We mourn for you in silence, no eyes can see us weep, But many a silent tear is shed, while others are asleep. They say that hearts don't really break, dear God that isn't true, That night that we lost you Shane, our hearts broke right in two. Wrap your arms around him Lord, and keep him in Your loving care, A few more steps, a few more years and soon we'll meet him there. Of all that life has given us, and all that's left to do We will never know a greater gift, than the years we shared with you. Mom, Dad, Michael and Lisa "In times of change where Literacy North Halton now offers a dynamic menu of adult learning services, we are excited with the new operational name of Adult Learning Centre, serving Georgetown, Milton and Acton, which better reflects our commitment to the services offered to adults in our community," said Dympna Dewar, executive director of Literacy North Halton. Sweets for the sweet Phyllis Moffatt serves a plate of sweet treats to 10-year-old Natalie Romanet at the recent Devereaux House Victorian Christmas Tea. Traditional tea and sweets followed by sing-a-long carols were served up in five sittings in the decorated parlour, during the two-day event. Photo by Jon Borgstrom