SEAGRAVE by Barb Martyn

We continue to see Thank You signs everywhere, for those who are providing valuable services to us. Tuesday, May 5th, marks the 75th Anniversary of the liberation of Holland by Canadian Troops. The Dutch say a special ‘THANK YOU’ to all Canadian Troops for their freedom. Fran Taylor has some beautiful orange, 75th Anniversary liberation of Holland tulips blooming in her flower bed. Happy Birthday wishes to Jane Pettinger on the 6th, and Colton Drew on the 7th. Happy Anniversary to Donna and John Kent on the 8th. Wishing you peace and pleasant memories on May 10th and throughout the year. Happy Mother’s Day! Rick and I received a wonderful surprise on Saturday evening from A Taste of Community. A delicious meal supplied by Col. McGrady’s Pub in Uxbridge. Nicole Robertson, of Uxbridge, organized this community effort and delivers the food to your door. This organization provides donated, delivered meals as a gesture of kindness. They are people who care about others in this time of need. We Thank You. This week is the 4th week after Easter, and Sunday, May 3rd, is called Good Shepherd Sunday. The Scripture reading is Psalm 23. The first sentence reads: “The Lord is my Shepherd”. Yes, God is our caretaker! In these uncertain times, one thing remains sure: God is with us. Take the time to pray God is our lifeline. You may view Minister Stephanie’s virtual services on our website at Seagrave-church.com. You can contact Minister Stephanie by email at gspastoralcharge@gmail.com or by phone at 905-718-8086 or email ssutchrichmond@gmail.com for spiritual care, arrangements for grocery or medication pick up. If you wish to donate non-perishable foods to the Scugog Food Bank call Doug at 905-852-7057 or email him at dougw.lcs@gmail.com. If you wish to continue with regular offerings or donations to the Seagrave Church, the PAR application is available on our website Seagrave-church.com. If you have questions or wish to send a cheque, call Carol at 905-243-4628. The garden shelter that arrived in the Sturman backyard has not been claimed. If you think it belongs to you, call Ken at 905-985-7778. The Seagrave United Church Annual Yard Sale has been cancelled, until further notification. The Greenbank United Church Annual Beef BBQ has been cancelled. The Greenbank Lions are still taking orders for lawn 28-4-8 and garden 18-18-18 fertilizers for $30 per 55 lb. bags until the second week of May. Free delivery. Contact Don at 905-985-3595 or Larry at 905-985-3723. If you wish to make a donation or a regular offering to the Greenbank United Church, contact Wilma at 705-357-2427 or greenbankuc@gmail.com. Roll with the punches, and handle adversity with inner strength, and continue to enjoy life at home. May Hope and Strength be yours as we share in different ways.