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CHURCHES The Voice Of The Church A WEEKLY MESSAGE BROUGHT TO YOU BY YOUR LOCAL MINISTERS • FAVOURS United Church Of Canada Anglican Church Of Canada Trinity Church, Colborne Rector: Rev. J. A. Roney, B. Sc., L.Th. Colborne United Church Organist: Mrs. I. F. Flanders Organist and Choir Leader: Mrs. ~ G. Irvine Sunday, June 18-- Sunday, June 18-- 10.00 a.m.--Sunday School and Third Sunday after Trinity Adult Bible Class 9.30 a.m.--Morning Prayer and, n.00 a.m.--Worship Service Holy Bapti Saturday, June 17-- 3.00 to 5.00 p.m.--The Rector's Garden Party at Brighton Thursday, June 15-- 4.00 p.m.--Evening Prayer St. Peter's, Lakeport Rector: Rev. J. A. Roney Sunday, June 18-- Third Sunday after Trinity 3.00 p.m.--Holy Communion United Missionary Church Minister: Rev. A. Shantz Sunday Services: 10.00 a.m.--Sunday School 11.00 a.m.--Morning Worship 7.00 p.m.--Evangelistic Service Tuesday: 8.00 p.m.--Prayer Service Sunday School Rooms Sunday, June 18-- 11.00 a.m.--Receiving of mei Salem United Church Pianist: Mrs. A. E. Ashbridge Sunday, June 18-- 10.30 a.m.--Sunday School 2.30 p.m.--The Salem Cemetery Decoration Day. Service in Salem United Church. Guest Minister, the Rev. B. B. Snow, B.A., B.D., of Brighton. (See Ad.) Friday, June 16-- 7.30 p.m.--Choir practice in the Church Presbyterian Church In Canada Minister: Rev. W. E. Sayers, M.A. St. Paul's, Lakeport Organist--Mrs. Ivan Flanders. Note Change of Time 2 p.m.--Church Service 11.00 a.m.--Sunday School Old St. Andrew's, Colborne Organist: Mrs. G. B. Barnes Note Change of Time 10.00 a.m.--Church Service Sunday School during service Thursday, June 15-- .30 p.m.--Choir practice Sunday School Hall by Rev. J. A. Roney Jack and Jim were two men, quite like any of us. They might have been members of any Canadian political party. They could have been members of any Christian congregation. They might have been members of your lodge, your club, your group of friends, or your profession or trade. It just so happened that they were also interested in using their position to wangle favours of their leader. It must have been the sort of thing that every leader faces. "Won't you do this for me?" Some Jacks or Jims are more threatening. They say, "After all you know how valuable I am to you". "I exercise a big vote in my township". Or, "I've got some information that could do you some harm." Fortunately not all "favours" sound like blackmail! People often feel that their "association" owes them something and they don't hesitate to ask for it. Am I not right? Are there no "political" appointments? (And would your fJarty have chosen you for the s reasons the other party chose "Jack" or "Jim"?) Are there no preferments in contracts involving relatives? Surely most people would admit that the best workman Jesus faced something close Baptist Church Colborne Minister: Rev. James Gibson Organist: Miss Edna Rist Sunday: Morning Service 11 a.m. Sunday School at 11.30 a.m Thursday: 7.30 Prayer Meeting at the Parsonage. Tuesday: 7"30 B.V.P.U. at Parsonage W.M.S.--First Tuesday of each month. Roman Catholic Parish Priest: Rev. H. A. Black St. Francis de Sales Colborne 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays 10.30 a.m.--Mass 2nd & 4th Sundays 8.30 a.m.--Mass St. Mary's, Grafton 1st, 3rd & 5th Sundays Luke 4:16. Jesus went to the synagogue, as His' custom was, on the Sabbath Day. (R.S.V.) DECORATION DAY at. CASTLETON CEMETERY on Sunday, June 18th SERVICE in the UNITED CHURCH at 3 p.m. to this when James and John came asking the old question, "Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we-ask of you". It sounded like asking for a signature to a blank cheque. Jesus made no promises, but asked in turn, "What do you want me to do for you?" This helped. It got things out in the open. James and John were honest. They wanted special privileges in the Kingdom Jesus had preached about. Next Jesus tested them on the level on which every favour must be judged, "Are you qualified?" It is never a matter of who your friends are, but the ability you possess and show. For James and John it was a matter of being willing to suffer and die, if necessary, with Jesus. When they had said, "We are willing", Jesus replied, "I can't guarantee what you ask for. We'll see." Of course the other ten men, listening in, were furious (as we probably would be), and they called down James and John for should get "the job". When "strings are pulled" then trouble begins, especially if the man with ability also has "connections". This is no simple problem, nor is it a new one. asking favours. You might < catch a hint of jealousy. But Jesus cleared the air . . . "Whoever would be first among you must be slave of all". (Mark 10:44). Jesus declared, "I came not to be served but to serve, and to give my life as a ransom for many." So it is that the motives behind a man's requests for favours are clearly shown up by the life of Jesus. He came asking no favours, nor promising any preferences to His followers. He came to die in order to change men and to redeem them. Modern Jacks and Jims are to take note. Public "servants" are to serve after the example Jesus gave to James and John. Christians cannot expect favours because they are followers of Christ. Nor will we teach people to pray, "My will be done" because they have done a great deal for God, and we think God owes them something. This is the source of the trouble, isn't it? We can ask. God for what we like, and as much as we like to ask, but God's will must come first. God owes us nothing. When God grants our petitions it will be for our good, and the general good of others. God does not play favourites. He grants no preferences. God loves us all. He died for all, not for a few friends. CASTLETON W.M.S. Mrs. D. Arkles was hostess on June 1st to twelve W.M.S. members and seven friends. Mrs. C. Nelson, Christian Citizenship Secretary, was convenor. Christian Citizenship was defined as taking an active part in promoting temperance, social welfare, racial brotherhood and world peace. Hymn 318 was sung and Mrs. Nelson chose as her theme, "Love, the most meaningful word in the world". Paul's description of love, 1 Cor. 13, was read by Mrs. W. Nelson. Mrs. J. C.| McKague contributed a poem on "Brotherhood", and the hymn, "Blest Be the Tie that Binds", was sung. Mrs. G. L. Lovering prepared a paper moral problems weakening the world to-day. A number of members assisted in the presentation of this, dealing with the problems of alcoholism, smoking and drugs. The talk concluded with the thought that to have Christ is to receive power to overcome wrong and the church must not only stress the "Do not" of evils, but the "Dos" of Christ, Do receive Hi and receive power. Mrs. Carr has invited the group to her new home for the July meeting, which will be ii the form of a picnic, combining Baby Band and Mission Band mothers ahd members with W.M.S. Hustlers Auxiliary The regular monthly meeting of the Auxiliary met at the home of Kate Thompson. President, Frances, opened the meeting with a thought, "Three Little Things". The W.A. Theme was sung and Frances welcomed everyone and introduced the newcomers, Mrs. W. Rutherford and Mrs. Smith. The minutes were read and approved. The business was discussed and President Frances presented Winnie Nobes with a cup and saucer, wishing her good luck and happiness in her new home in Ingersoll. Winnie graciously replied. The devotional was conducted by Audrey Davis. Hymn 80 was sung and reading "Road to Happiness", was given. Audrey Davis followed with prayer. The Scripture, Luke 10:25-28, was read by Gertrude Davis. A chapter from Bible Speaks to You was given by Lorna Campbell. The chapter being Bible and Ballots. A discussion took place on racial discrimination and what we as Christians should do to promote good government. Hymn 10 closed the devotional. Audrey Davis gave a reading followed by Agnes Baxter giving a talk about the traditions of weddings. Being the month of June, Audrey had everyone tell how they met their husbands. It was very interesting and enlightening. UNITED MISSIONARY BAPTISMAL SERVICE The Colborne United Missionary Church was privileged to have the use of the Colborne Baptist Church and its facilities for baptismal services, June 11, 1961, at 3.00 p.m. The meeting was attended by se\ from the other churches of the village. After the pastor gave short message explaining the signifigance and the scriptural meaning of baptism, the ba mal vows were taken and the six candidates were baptized upon confession of their personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ as their Saviour. Rev. Gibson, pastor of the host church, pronounced the benediction. Frances thanked A u d r e y Davis for the programme and Kate for the use of her home and Kate's group for lunch. The meeting closed with the Mizpah Benediction. BAPTIST W.M.S. The June meetings, of the W.M.S. was held at the home of Mrs. Rist. After the opening hymn, "Summer Suns are Glowing", and prayer by Mrs. Austin, a Psalm was read in unison. Mrs. A. Rutherford read a paper on "Living with Ourselves". Mrs. Rist and Mrs. S. Haynes led in prayer, remembering especially our missionaries in Angola, The President gave a reminder about the Spring Rally in Cobourg on Wednesday, June 7th. Mrs. Hetherington volunteered to pack and send the White Cross parcel to Toronto. Mrs. McDonald's topic was on India. We were told, that, although there have been Protestant missionaries in India for nearly 300 years, the need and the opportunities are still as great as ever. The Indian Christians are taking on more responsibilities each year, but they still need the help and leadership given by our missionaries. Mrs. Morton's recitation "His Offering", was enjoyed by all. A short "Ladies' Aid" business meeting followed and the meeting closed with the Benediction. SALEM CEMETERY DECORATION DAY SERVICE will be held o Sunday, June 18 Guest Minister: Rev. B. B. Snow, B.A., B.D. Brighton United Church