KNOX CHURCH

Wairarapa Times-Age, 20 August 1938, Page 2

KNOX CHURCH

LADIES’ ACTIVITIES. The annual report of Knox Church Ladies’ Social Guild states: —The Guild exists primarily to promote good fellowship in the congregation, and one and all testify to the happy spirit which prevails at the meetings. Ten meetings have been held—B in private homes and 2 in the John McLennan room. The serenity of the March meeting was disturbed by the alarming news that the Sunday School was being burnt to the ground and the primary department being damaged. All the Guild’s property was destroyed, but with' characteristic zeal and promptitude the Guild decided to hold a sale, and with the proceeds to purchase new equipment. As a result, £57 was realised. The Guild continues to place flowers in the church week by week. In this connection and for decorating on special occasions, we shall miss Mrs McConnell. The Guild wishes Mrs McConnell every happiness and success in her new sphere. The finances of the Guild are in a very healthy condition. During the year £lO was made available towards paying for the boys’ Bible class piano, and £3l for painting the interior of the Sunday school. There is a balance of £69 in hand. To all performers and lecturers, and to all others who have helped in the entertainment of members, we tender our thanks.

WOMEN’S BIBLE CLASSES. The annual report in connection with the Young Women’s Bible classes states inter alia:—There are three Young Women’s classes, with a total membership of 51, an increase of 2. Fifteen members are communicants, and prayer circles are held in all classes. In addition to Selling 125 orphanage calendars, the classes have forwarded parcels of clothing and a good collection of toys for the Maori children’s Christmas treat to the mission field al Matahi, took charge of the sweet stall at the garden party organised by the Ladies’ Guild, made clothes and sent birthday and Christmas gifts to their adopted orphanage children, and support a cot at the Wellington Orphanage. The summer conference was held at Wanganui, and six of our members ventured forth, bringing back fresh vision and enthusiasm to their fellow-members. Twelve members attended Easter Camp at Solway, and the few days of fellowship and meditation spent there proved both uplifting and inspiring. The sports banner was won by Knox juniors—congratulations! On the occasion of the visit to the Wairarapa of our youth worker, Sister Anna Kirkwood, a profitable weekend for leaders and seniors was held at Greytown, eight from our classes being present. Class collections and specihl self-denial efforts amounted to a total of £29 12s.

P.W.M.U. The annual report of the P.W.M.U. states inter alia: —The P.W.M.U., which aims at fostering and developing interest, in the missionary activity of our church, reports another successful year. The roll shows a small increase of 5 members, the total being 85. Ten meetings were held during the year, in addition to the Cottage Prayer Meetings. While the attendances were not as large as they might have been, it is inspiring to note the faithfulness of those who attend regularly. During the year upwards of £94 has beta raised for missions, as well as a considerable quantity of clothing. Arrowroot (351bs) and Oriental goods (£74 17S 8d) hav6 also been handled arid sold, as ih former years, in support of missions. Subscribers to the Harvest Field number 103. We very much regret that, owing to ill-health, Mi’s Willoughby and Mrs Henderson have both found it necessary to resign their positions of Oriental goods secretary and hospital visitor, respectively, and we wish to place oh record otir appreciation of their services in the past.

CRADLE ROLL. The work of organising and working the Cradle Roll is in the very capable hands of Mrs Norman, who reports that there are 71 children on the roll. Sixteen Cradle Roll certificates were issued during the year, and 20 children reached school age. The parents are very appreciative of the work done for their children, and realise that the church is on right lines in trying to keep hold of the children right from the cradle. We heartily thank Mrse Norman and the parents who have co-operated in this work.