PAGE 3 for the ministry from St. Andrew's, Orwell. Although now retired and living in Nova Scotia, he is still interested in visiting this area.

Beautifying the sanctuary was also important. It is said that St. Andrew's, Orwell, was one of the first country Churches to be decorated for the Thanksgiving service.

It is interesting to note that members of the congregation had their own pews designated for their own use and worship visitors were invited to sit with families,

Under the leadership of Rev. Eric Grant, and later Rev. Hugh MacLean, a careful study was made of the whole congregation, presenting to them the idea of joining with other small congregations and building a central Church. The possibilities for more Christian Education programs for youth, the benefits of a larger fellowship for worship and work, and more music possibilities were discussed. In time, with the help of patient, concerned, dedicated leaders, who continually kept the congregation aware of their present needs, the advantages of the proposed union and a challenge to keep up with the changing times, the congregation of St. Andrew‘s, Orwell, decided to join with the other five congregations to build a new Church.

St. Andrew‘s, Orwell, is still standing. It belongs to the Heritage Foundation and is part of the Orwell Corner complex. Both the interior and exterior have been repaired and the Church has been refurnished in keeping it as it was in the past. The spire,

with its weather vane and crowing cock is still there.