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"A Family Tradition for 130 Years" or A, The fourth Sunday of Advent will be celebrated this Sunday, Dec. 22 in Utica Church at 11 oan: The Candle of Love will be it. On Tuesday, Dec. 24 the Christmas Eve communion ser- vice will be held in Epsom Church starting at 8:30 p.m. On Christmas morning, Dec. 25 at 9:30 a.m., there will be an informal service at the Manse in Goodwood and you are invit- ed to come as you are. Note that this is a change as originally it was to be held at the church in Goodwood. Sunday, Dec. 29, church ser- vice will be held in Epsom Church startingat 11 a.m. The U.C.W. Christmas pot luck luncheon was held last Tuesday, Dec. 10 in Epsom Church basement with approxi- mately 26 men and women sit- ting down to a delicious meal consisting of dishes from some of the best cooks around. Faye Ashton led the group in a wor- ship service which was followed by readings and contests, con- cluding the program with the creation of two huge Christmas cards, with each person adding a word or two to make very in- teresting messages. These were sent to two of our members who weren't able to attend. A get well card was signed by those present and sent to former member Hazel Medd who, I un- derstand, had surgery on Wednesday and is reported to be doing very well. The nominating committee's report for 1997 executive was received and adopted. This get- together was a most wonderful Farewell dinner for Shepherds planned Happy birthday to Elma Colwell and Michelle Lidner who celebrated her seventh birthday with her friends on Sunday. Once again the Seagrave Park Dance was a great suc- cess. Lots of fun was had by everyone. Great socializing, good friends and good music, tends to make a great night for all. Thanks to all the organiz- ers who worked so hard. See you next year. The MacDonald family lit the 3rd Advent Candle of Joy at the church service on Sun- day. Margaret Ingram read the scripture and the choir sang "O Come, O Come Emma- nuel." Jack and Karel Nottingham were received into the church on Sunday. Karel by transfer of membership from Port Perry United Church and Jack by profession of faith. Next Sunday is the 4th Sun- day of Advent - Candle of Love. The Christmas Eve Service will be at Greenbank Church at 7:30 p.m. Seagrave SENG {0 (] There will be a social eve- ning in honor of Rev. David and Charlene Shepherd and family on Friday, Dec. 27 be- ginning with a pot luck supper at 6 p.m. at the Seagrave Church followed by a social time. For information phone Donna Sweetman 985-3851, Eleanor Sturman 985-7778, or Neil Wanamaker 985-8350. The Wanamaker family held their Christmas gather- ing on Sunday at the home of Gertrude Wanamaker and hosted by her.son Bill and Reta. That's it for this week Please call Diane Cooke with your news at 985-3722. > PORT PERRY STAR < URAL. way toend the group'syear. Congratulations to Ross and Barbara Evans on the arrival of their granddaughter on Satur- day, Dec. 14. Proud parents of Brianne Michelle are Wendy and Brian Meek. Baby weighed in at 7 Ibs. 6 ozs. at Port Perry Hospital. ; Congratulations to Barbara and David Simmonds who are i St: lov ing Grandstanc This past week the village turned out to pay final respects to Albert Selby. The hall board and others did an excellent job Jn serving refreshments after- wards. We in the village will certainly miss Al along with all the loose dogs who used to get their daily and evening treat as Muriel and Al took their walks. Band Concert * Don't forget our Cartwright High School band concert at the public school in Blackstock this Tuesday night, Dec. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Senior's Luncheon The Cartwright High School (Blackstock) have invited all seniors of the area to a luncheon and band concert this Wednes- day, Dec. 18 at the high school from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Please R.S.V.P. immediately by phon- ing 986-4241. Blackstock Fair Viewing Stand. A I was sorry to hear of the fire Saturday which destroyed the fair ground viewing stand. Losses like this is very hard to - take in these days of govern- ments trying to sustain the tax level with no increase. Especial- ly when our local municipality ~ This week's Scugog Island report We are happy to report that Edna Beckett 1s home from the hospital. Best wishes Edna for a speedy recovery from your Is- land friends. Island folks are reminded that the children will be arriv- ing home early on Friday after- noon. Please watch for excited children departing from school buses. Scugog Island United Church The Sunday School children were in charge of the worship service on Sunday morning, the third Sunday in Advent. The service was entitled "A Baby Shower for Jesus." The children and teachers are to be congratu- lated on their meaningful wor- ship service. A time of fellow- ship was enjoyed by all following the service. Special thanks for the teachers and par- ents who provided the goodies. The Lectionary Bible Study Group will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 1:30 p.m. The Moms and Tots will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 9:30 am. at the home of Andy Young. Choir practice will be held on Thursday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. Our special Christmas Com- munion Service will be held on Sunday, Dec. 22 at our regular time of 9:45 a.m. There will be Sunday School for the children. Everyone is invited to our Christmas Eve Service on Tues- day, Dec. 24 at 7:30 p.m. at S.1.U.C. For pastoral care call Elaine Barber at 985-4094. Call 985-8871 with your news for next week's column. 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