JANUARY . 26. 1953

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o-rvv v4 t v e H: A .eev-coo 1 0 ' e x 3 Religion and Life l 3 By Very ltcv. Geor e C. Pidgeon, D.D.. LL.D. . First Mwierulor of t e United Church of Canada

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I MERCY AND FOIIGIVENESS

"All this talk about forgiveness is absurd. The laws of nature are in- violable. Whatever a. man sows that he will also reap." So exclaimed a scientist of the last generation in protest against the Christian offer of pardon for the chief of sinners.

Yet God's mercy and forgive- ness is the very essence of the Christian Gospel. Christ began :-ils ministry, by calling back to God the outcasts of His own time. people regarded by the re- ligious leaders as beyond the reach of God's mercy. Jesus treated them as beings precious in God's sight and of infinite worth to Him. And Jesus had behind His offer many of the richest parts of the old Testament such as the fol- lowing:

"Blessed is he whose transgres- sion is forgiven. Whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man to whom the

Lord imputes not iniquity. And in whose spirit there is no deceit."

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There is not an issue between religion and science properly so called. but it is an issue between the uses certain people are mak- tng of scientific knowledge and the certainties of religion. Behind Na- ture's laws faith finds a person who-is their Author and who uses them for His ends. Christianity does not belittle the sternness of Nature's laws and the severity of her penalties for their violation. That "the wages of sin is death" is emphasized in a thousand ways. But law is "God working uniform- ly," and a personal God put first His personal relationships with His people. Someone has found at the root of Jcsus' teaching the truth that "man. even at his worst, is it be- mg of priceless worth to God and it moral personality." In God's scale of values. persons rank high- er than worlds. Now when God whom Jesus called Father. moves to save His child from the conse- quences oi his own sins, it does not mean that His moral laws are violated, but rather that a higher law supersedes the lower, the law of love working toward 1ove's ends over the law oi justice. But it is the person behind the law who loves and makes the perfecting of the objects of His love His chief and.

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From early ages revealed religion has meant personal union with a personal God. Take the case of Abraham. called "the Father oi the Faithful" and "the Friend oi God" Amid the blatant paganism of Ur of the Chaldees, he heard a Per- son calling him into a partnership with Himself. This Unseen Being had purposes in mind for the blessing oi people through future ages and He wanted Abraham and his descendants to be His agents.

In order to carry out the com- mission that came to him out of the Unseen, Abraham was bldden to leave the pagan enviroment in which he had grown up, and go into a new land in which his

nore the needs of the mind itself and its sense of kinship with the mind expressed in these wonder- ful works? Many scientists make that mistake. Yet the epoch-mak- ers of history have' aspired to friendship with the mind behind phenomena, and in discovering Him have transformed humanity. The soul within is the incalculable

factor in every generation, ven- turing into the Unknown at Christ's word and discovering

new continents of truth and powir and beauty.

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There is nothing in our time more inspiring than to see young people giving their lives to Christ and turning away from opportun- ities of worldly gain and power in order to follow Him. This has been this writer's experience right down to the hour oi writing. Young people of the character and calibre that the world wants in its pursuits and is ready to re- ward richly for their services are turning from them to devote their lives to the salvation oi men. They have counted the cost and are paying the price gladly. They are touching and changing life at its source. They are purifying the springs of action. -The need for such men and women is more ur- gent than ever” in the service oi the Kingdom of God, and it gives one a new sense of the capacity of men for God to hear their res- ponse to God's call. One youth who had mastered his enviroment and gloried in his mastery. heard the call and obey- ed. He said: "I could not refuse to answer the call, but I did wish that He had not called me." . . .

Through his consent he rose to the statute of a giant. This is just the same kind of call that came to Abraham in Ur of the Chaldces. to Moses at the Burning Bush, 'to Amos following in his flocks, to Isaiah in the temple, to Paul on the Damascus road and to epoch-makers oi the same type in our time. The results will be just as splendid in the years to come. People, who have been very near eath lately and have been brought ack to continue their work, testi- fy that nothing was clearer as they neared the border than the consciousness that personality pcrsistedvthrough the great change und would continue in personal relationships. Young people are right in hold- ing that religion is for life rather than for death. Really it is for both, the one in order to the oth- er. But in our preparation for real life, this personal communication with a personal God is necessary for both self-realizatfon and for the highest success. The conscious- ness of a divine purpose behind one's life gives him confidence and the certainty of God's guidance and constant co-operation. O O 0

When we do our best in serving His ends God is responsible for the outcome. If we have made any oi life's grave mistakes, God's forgive- ness and the reconciliation into

descendants could build up an en-

religion. The communications, thus begun. continued through his whole career, directions given and then with effects on history wider and deeper than anything else in ancient .times.

Isn't it strange that men with minds which can measure the stars and trace their courses should ig-

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letter of great land who received the C. A. R. E. two sick calls. The school commit-

tee reported a sink placed in school. and the children treated to

realized from lunches sold at the

and reported 379.54 on hand.

ed to the amounted to 31.06.

ed the members for the meeting at which roll call will . responded to by I valentine.

Queen." and a delicious lunch and social hour brought an enjoyable evening to a close.

ill on Hudson Bay was built bygthe nritlsh between 1733 and 1771.

which it leads awaits everyone who is really repentant. It is this com- panionship of a forgiving God which gives life its meaning and security. Yet it is a security when stirs us to adventure for His sake. Life can never be dull where He leads. Each position gaincd is secure because it is part of His plan, and becomes a starting point for new achievement. Jesus' assur- ance that "all things are possible to him who believes" carries with it the inspiration to venture with Him. As William. Carey put it: "Expect great things from God, Attempt great things for God."

CHERRY VALLEY W. I. Mrs. George Hayden entertain- ed lhe January meeting of the Cherry Valley W. I. with an at- tendance of thirteen members. The meeting opened by the In- stitutc ode, followed by repeating the Creed in unison. Roll call was answeredrby a "New Year's Resol- ution" or a ten ccnt fine. Minutes of the December meet- ing were read and approved. Cor- rupondcnce consisted of a letter from Mrs. W. E. Mcxlnnon concerning the A. C. W. W., one from Mrs. Cudmore regarding the benefit of First Aid, and several letters of thanks from shut-ins re- ceiving Christmas gifts. A dona- tion of 52.00 was passed in. and in appreciation was lso read from the family in scot-

ackage sent some time ago. The sick committee reported

the

pples at the Christmas concert. It was.decided to purchase a ag for the school with the sum

hristmas concert. The treasurer paid several bills

Red Cross work was distribut- members. Collection

Mrs. John McLeod kindly invit- Februagy

The meeting closed with "The

Fort Prince of Wales at Church-

Ii fairly mtlt-. ill Utr nmulhl

THE CENTRA

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This column is reserved for new: of local interest, but advertising of a newsy nature may be inserted at five cents a word. strictly pey- ebie In advance.

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ICE CREAM the delicious solu- tion oi the dessert problem.

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HOWARD MaaINNl8 FOOT- WEAR at l'l5 Queen Street.

narmnr AND ”aLiio'mio RADIOS. Batteries. Bryenton and MaoKay.

MRS. ltiacmfl.-LFA-N's Class of Scottish Dancers will be at Burns' Concert, Wednesday. January 28th

PROVINCIAL DRAMA FESTIV- VAL RULES and entry forms now available. Write Mr. H. Barty Bugden, Charlottetown, R. R. '1.

HEAR. Mr. Dick Turpin and Mr. Davis Ward in Harry Lauder Style at Prince of wales College, Janu- ary 28th. -

FUNERAL WEDNESDAY - The funeral of the late Mrs. Clif- ford Carew was held from Hunter River United Church on Wednes- day afternoon. Rev, Howard Christie conducted the services. The pail bearers were Messrs. Nelson Moore, Elsworlh Waye,

Kenneth White, John Matheson, Wilbert Stetson and Barnsley Wonnacott. Burial was

in wheat- ley River Cemetery. ”

Personals

Her friends will regret to learn that Miss Alice Dunn had the mis- fortune to fall, injuring her back, and that she is at present a patient in the Charlottetown Hospital.

Dr. David MacLean who was home to attend the funeral of hls mother, Mrs. William MacLean, 'l Grafton Street, has returned to Halifax.

Mrs. George MacMillan. Dedhain. Mass, and Mrs. Thomas Phillips, saint John, N. 13., who attended the funeral of their sister, Mrs. William MacLean, have left on re- turn to their respective homes.

Mr. and Mrs. John 8. Andrew. Charlottetown RR. 3, leave this morning for Chicago where they will Join Mr. and Mrs. Hank Andrew and motor to Florida for an extended vacation.

KINGSTON W. I.

Kingston W. I. met at the home of Mrs. Whitfield Yeo on January 8th with 10 members present. ,

The meeting opened by repeating the Institute Ode followed by the Creed in unison. Roll call was an- swered by ten members. and one member paid her dues.

Minutes of the last meeting were read, approved and signed. The school committee reported the foun- lain had been obtained, and that toilet paper was needed. The elck committee reported nobody sick, Correspondence was read and dis- cussed. It was moved and seconded that 35.00 be given to the March of Dimes. A note of thanks was read from the Protestant Orphanage for remembering the children at Christ- mas, also for quilts sent.

It was reported that more cep- strles had been got. Mrs. Whitfield Yeo was to get sewing from the Red Cross. It was decided to meet some evening to sew.

The treasurer reported Iii.25. made from the sale of candy. while collection amounted to B0 cents and the Friendship fund to 28 cents. Bills were prusnted and paid.

The next meeting will be at the home of Mrs. Edgar Newson. The lunch committee will be Mrs. Whit- field Yeo and Miss Edna Colwlll. and roll call will be answered with st strip of cotton for a quilt.

The meeting was then adjourned. A dainty lunch was served by the hostess assisted by the committee in charge.

::Si'ECIAL. - pnaslniis 35.99, nmusas si.9s. Hosnmv 99c, swanans mm. HATS 81.00 AT

MILK - the people of destlnctlon.

day. February 12th..

day, February lzth.

RESERVE Thursday, Fe h.

ten formal dance at Clover Club

Marshall at Prince of

tunlty to hear a great singer.

Mrs. J. A. Lawson and F. W program begins a series of Com munlty affairs broadcasts Monday at 10.30.

bert A. Gaudet, a resident of ver- non Bridge pleaded guilty of as- sault and was fined 510 and costs or 10 days. A resident of Maple Plains found guilty of being ill- toxlcated in a. public place was fined 530 and costs or 30 days. Two Charlottetown men who were tak- en into custody two weeks ago and held under the Excise Act in con- nection with the ownership of a still were further remanded until January 28. Anotheixi-Jxclse involving a Charlottetown wom- an, was further adjourned unti January 31, after evidence had been taken.

New ' Argyle and Vicinity

Many of the young people at- tended the hockey game played at North River Rink on Saturday night, January 10th.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert M:tcNev1n, Desable, were visiting in New Argyle recently.

Mrs, Harry MacNevin has return- ed home from the P. E. Island Hos- pital, and many hope that she will soon be out and around again.

Mr. Loal Campbell, Parkdale, was

rach.

Sincere sympathy is being ex- tended to Mrs. Daniel Darrach on the death of her mother, Mrs. Mary Jane MacEachern, who died Jan- uary 13th at Charlottetown. and much sympathy is also being ex- tended to the rest of her family.

Mr. Eric Ferguson. Bonshaw. was visiting in New Argyle recently.

Mr. Freeman Cudmorc. Applll Road. was visiting in New Argyle on Wednesday night, January 14th.. the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Albert MacDougall.

The Misses Florence Darrach, New Argyle, and Kathleen MacFad- yen, Canoe Cove, were visiting in Charlottetown on Saturday, Jan- uary 10.

Mr. and Mrs--G;.rfield Macxin-l non and young son, Douglas, of. Clyde River, were visiting in New Argyle on Tuesday, January 13th.

Mr. Alfred Frlzzell, Charlotte- town. was visiting In New Argyle and Bonshnw recently. , -GU

IN MEMOIIIEAM.

dear

In loving memory of our husband and father. '

THOMAS HAROLD BBUNDAGE

who passed away on

January 26th, 1052. Ills Wife. Son and Daughter.

PURELY COINCIDENCE REGl'NA-(CP)-- Saskatchewan's 1953 auto licence plates are green and ivory-same colors as the Saskatchewan Roughriders football team. Officials said the choice of colors had no connection with the,

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ART cazvrna Valentine Dance,l country style, P. W. C. Hall, Thurs-l

country style. P. W. C. ilall, Thurs-

5th for Knights of Columbus pre-Lon-

TOMORROW NIGHT hear Lois VVale5 Auditorium at 8.30. A great oppor-

TONIGIIT - Panel discussion on traffic by Police Chief MacArthur,l Hyndman. C. F. C. Y. at 10.30. This

"iconic and go peacefully caC",the same door,

MAGISTBATIPS COURT -- In Queen's County Magistrate's Court on Saturday before Magistrate Gil-l

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visiting in New Argyle recently, the- guest of Mr. and Mrs. Danicl Dar-.

Strange liut True

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The den dug in by the solitary DEE 1n spring remains when sum- mcr comes, the joint inheritance of the members of the tribe. From the underground cells are hatch- ed a group which contain none

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but females. This is the rule among the three species of Hal- icti. Two generations are born

. this year. The first to come in early spring are all females, that for the summer is made up of both males and females, in about equal numbers. A peep into one of these bee underground dwellings will reveal many wondei's. All seem to have ,an equal interest in the home. ';Thcrc is no quarrel between the lintercsted parties. The female been through attend to their lhusiness, live and let live. At the ,bottom of the pit are individual cells presided over by a jealous landlady. This is private. property and, although there is no "Keep out" signs to be seen, it would be 'a brave sister indeed who would .venture across the thruhold. Ev- ,crywhcre else traffic 3 free to oil. when the workers arrive from the fields and orchards, laden gWlU'l food, they form into line be- lfore the tiny opening to their home, and enter the narrow pass- lagc one at a time. t . .

l Sometimes it happens that

. an tmcomllig bee and an outgoing one fmeet on this one-way traffic lane.

lwhat happens then? The outgo- ling bee (hr r back and makes vtny for l with the heavy pack. Th: his wisdom, or shall i t-zt. instinct. The traffic of l... .c.:schold proceeds

as smoothly its does the traffic of our busiest. cities. though the bees manage it without policemen or

traffic lights. When a Halictus appears, re- turning from her round of the

flowers, she stops in front of I tiny trap-door, which closes the entrance to her home. A moment more and the trap door opens and falls into place as the arrival pass- es along the narrow tunnel. The same thing happens every time a bee goes ottt. What opens and closes the tiny door at each depar- ture and at each arrival? The op- erator of the amazing trap-door is none other than an I-lalictus, .who has become the keeper of the

igate. with her big dome, she lmakcs an impassable barrier at the top of the entrance hall. She

nemr. never leaves her post save to drive off some nosey insect. . . .

The bee who keeps the gate at the entrance to the burrow is older and therefore more exper- icnced than the others. she- is the ,.uothcr superior of the establish- iment, the mother of the actual iworkers, the grandmother of the present gruhs. No longer fitted for ythc dutins of ordinary life, she l(lOCS a bceis size job of keeping 'the lines of traffic running smooth- ilx

N These little scenes afford us I glimpse of certain details of the highest interest in the manners and customs of Halictus Zeburs. ' Humans have much to learn lfrom the insects: orderliness, how Ho keep active, loyalty and so on. These marvelous little folk do not go to the fields when the sun

gets excessively hot. But they find other tasks awaiting them at the bottom or cellar of the

home. They varnish the new cells, they bake the leaf that is to re- ceive the eggs. The grandmother is still holding down her Job as doorkecper. For her, there is lit- ile rest during the oppressive heat: the general safety will not allow it. should she relinquish her post even for a moment the dreaded gnat would force his way into the place to steal the precious loaves. I O I

There are almost its many It:-adcsmen in the insect world as there are among the human race. one becomes a. manufacturer or cotton goods and mill cotton-wool bottles, another goes in for .bas- kct making and believe it or not. weaves hampers out of places of flowers; I third turns meson and with his insect trowcl builds rooms of cement and domes of road-metal. A fourth has a flair for pottery-works, in which clay is kneaded into dainty shapely vases and jars and queer little pots. other insects become cun- ning engineers digging myster-

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have one little boy and I'm expecting another

hut I know it isn't right for me to he scein him without turning him against me?

ANSWER: you turn him against you? blind against you? You can be sure, it will other.

any more, if you must try an easy way out. for your children.

llilan Nlnen cannot reply personally to r

I've decided to tell Marty I can't see him any more.

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For heaven sakes. why worry about whether or not Would you rather have him or your hllS-

problems of general Interest through this column.

I have gotten things straightened out and are getting along fine. We