SPECIAL REPORTS

White Ribbon, Volume 19, Issue 3, 1 April 1947, Page 12

SPECIAL REPORTS

Marlborough District It’omen’s I { 'or/d Day of Prayer There was a good attendance at the Women’s World Day of Prayer which was held in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Blenheim. Mrs. A. Fear acted as Leader throughout the day, and the programme specially compiled for the occasion was carefully followed. The following ladies gave addresses: Mrs. V Underhill, who spoke on the missionaries of Egypt; Mrs. 1. F. Martin, Maori Missions in New Zealand; Mrs. \ Hale, Solomon Island Missions; and Mrs. Crow, the China Missions. All were very interesting and enjoyed by all present. Hymns suitable to the occasion were sung and prayers were offered by the speakers and members of the congregation. Mrs. \Y. D. Pike was organist. At the close of the sessions, Mrs. Fear thanked those who had taken part, and all agreed it had been a day of spiritual uplift and thanksgiving. It was decided that the monthly day of prayer be continued throughout 1947. and that meetings be held on the last Thursday of each month. Combined Picnic, Oatnaru On February 20th, the Oamaru Cradle Roll and Band of Hope combined picnic took place, in the Gardens. Mrs. Winn, President, with Mrs. Poole. Cradle Roll Superintendent, welcomed the mothers and children. Several ladies helped with the entertainment of the little folk; and all enjoved afternoon tea.

Several members took part in the World Day of Prayer.