Jehovah’s Witness’ convention a ‘resounding success’

More than 2,800 delegates from New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and P.E.I. took part in the annual regional convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses at the Moncton Coliseum over the weekend.

The three-day convention is one of 25 conventions being held in 20 locations across Canada.

In critical times, courage is needed at school, at work and when tragedy strikes.

Through talks, interviews and multimedia presentations, the program stressed how Bible principles can help people face such challenges.

The feature film, “Jonah – A

Sunday, July 22, 3 p.m., for the annual Brudenell Pioneers Memorial Service to be held in the Activity Centre of Brudenell River Provincial Park (rain or shine). A picnic will follow, so bring a lunch to share, as well as lawn chairs. The guest speaker will be Mary Gallant of the Glenaladale Historic Trust. There will also be a piper, and Elizabeth Smith will recite a Scottish poem. St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Crapaud will hold its annual cemetery service on Sunday, July 8, at 10:30 a.m. A reception with light refreshments will follow the service. All are welcome. Lesson in Courage and Mercy”, highlighted what is required to be courageous.

On Sunday morning the Biblebased discourse, “The Resurrection Hope Imparts Courage – How?” helped all to strengthen their conviction in the Bible’s promise of seeing their dead loved ones again.

Greg MacDonald, a spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses, said this year’s convention was a “resounding success”, which gathered people of all ages, backgrounds and circumstances in a spirit of unity and cooperation to be encouraged by the spiritual program and Christian The Winsloe United Church Strawberry and Ice Cream Social is Wednesday, July 11, 4-6:30 p.m. There will also be sandwiches and sweets. Admission is adults, $10, children 12 and under, $5, and pre-school aged children, no charge. For tickets, contact the church office at 902-3681233 or Faye at 902-368-1175.

A strawberry ice cream social and cake auction will be held at the Robert Cotton Centre, 57 Bunbury Rd., Stratford on July 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Mermaid WI, proceeds will go toward community projects. Admission is $7, adults, $3.50, children. fellowship.

Bob Muir from Charlottetown said, the way the talks were interspersed with videos kept the audience’s attention.

“I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more attentive audience.”

In the final talk of the event, the speaker encouraged all to continue to be courageous. Jehovah’s Witnesses believe when people courageously uphold Bible principles, they will be happiest.

These sentiments were echoed with extended applause.

For more information, visit Jw.org/en/jehovahs-witnesses/ conventions/ or call Gregory MacDonald at 902-899-5551. Coffee club is Mondays and Fridays, 10 a.m., at the Milton Community Hall. Enjoy coffee and snacks. Admission is a donation of coin or treats.

The Monday afternoon sanctioned duplicate bridge is at the Haviland Club in Charlottetown, 1-4 p.m. Contact irene.macarthur.pei@ gmail.com or 902-394-3179.

Progressive 45s are at the Souris Silver Threads Club, Mondays, 7 p.m.

Monday night card parties are at the Uigg Community Centre, 7:30 p.m. Rock & Talk Playgroup is hosted by Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside Mondays 9:30-11:30 a.m., for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Drop in to Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or familyplace@ eastlink.ca.

Kinkora playgroups are hosted by Family Place, Seniors Room at Kinkora Place, 45 Anderson St., Kinkora, Mondays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Drop in to Family Place, call 902-436-1348 or

Card play singles is at the Mount Stewart Fire Hall, Mondays, 7:30 p.m.

Cash bingo is at the Kingston Legion Branch 30, New Haven, Monday and Friday, 7:30 p.m., with a 50/50 draw, progressive jackpot and canteen.

East Royalty Lions team cribbage is Mondays at the Malcolm Darrach Centre, 1 Avonlea Dr., East Royalty, for ages 19 and over.

Mayflower Seniors Club Cards is Mondays, 7:30 p.m., at the Cotton Centre, Stratford.

Crokinole is Tuesdays, 10 a.m. at St. Peters Circle Club. Admission is $2,

Family Fun Summer Camp Play Group is offered by Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside, on Tuesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. Registration is not required. For information drop in to Family Place, call 436-1348 ext. 4 or familyplace@eastlink.ca.

There is an exercise for seniors class at the Seniors Active Living Centre, Bell Aliant Centre, UPEI, on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

which includes lunch. Call 902-9612445. No partner needed.

Cribbage is Tuesdays, 1 p.m. at the Star of the Sea Seniors’ Club, Sunrise Crescent, North Rustico. T.O.P.S. #0660 Charlottetown meets Mondays in the Community Room of the Sobeys West Royalty, 39 Babineau Ave., Charlottetown with weigh-in 5:45-6:15 p.m. and the meeting, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Call Judy at 902-892-9543.

T.O.P.S. #0694 Charlottetown meets Mondays in the community room of the Atlantic Superstore, 465 University Ave., Charlottetown. Weigh-in is 6:30 p.m. with the meeting at 7 p.m. (no meetings on statutory holidays or days when school is cancelled due to weather). Call Gloria at 902-566-9206.

P.E.I. Sociable Singles, a non-profit, non-denominational, social group for members 40 and over, holds meet and greet socials in the West Royalty Community Centre, Room 6, Mondays at 7 p.m. Email sociable_ singles@yahoo.com or call Judy at 902-894-4851.

Island Treasures Needle Art Guild meets Mondays at the St. Eleanor’s Community Centre, 7 p.m. Call Shelley, 902-436-8795.

Hampshire Friendship Club for Weight Loss and Healthy Living meets Tuesdays, 8:45 a.m., at Hampshire Hall. Call Jean, 902-621-0398.

The Miltonvale Walking group meets Tuesdays, 9 a.m., at the Miltonvale Community Park, 413 Sleepy Hollow Rd.