YOU ARE INVITED to attend the Sunday worship service in person at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 16th.
If you are unable to attend in person, the services are live streamed each Sunday at 10:30 a.m., or can be watched anytime throughout the week.
To watch past Annesley Sunday Services on YouTube: Annesley United Church’s YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnnesleyUnitedChurch
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Speakers Series November 20th “MARKDALE: HISTORIES & MYSTERIES
Friends of the Museum present the final Speaker of 2025, Jeff Wilson, at 7:00 p.m. on November 20th at Annesley. Jeff will discuss the history of Markdale, from pre-history times, through the arrival of the railway, the Industries (Armstrong Brothers, Moffatts, Junior Footwear, Chapman’s Ice cream), a tragic school shooting in 1884 and a memorable Hollywood B film shoot in 1957. Coffee and tea will be available. Admission by Freewill donation.
Christmas Baskets
With the Christmas season almost upon us, we are beginning to get organized for the Christmas baskets. If you would like to contribute food, socks for any age, gift cards or cash, please drop into the office or drop food off in the box in the narthex. All contributions are needed and much appreciated. Suggestions for food-pasta, pasta sauce, pancake mix and syrup, salmon, tuna, peanut butter, canned vegetables, soup, rice, coffee, tea, toothpaste and toothbrushes.
Owen Sound Little Theatre presents Cinderella
Owen Sound Little Theatre presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella on November 13-14,19-21,26-28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. November 15 at 1:00 p.m., Nov. 22 & 29 at 2:00 p.m. at The Roxy Theatre. Get your tickets at roxytheatre.ca
Knit Wits next meet November 24th
The Knit Wits meet the 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons each month from 1:30 to 3:30 in the church parlour. Most of our knitting is done from yarn donated to the church and we thank you for that. All are invited to join us for a lovely afternoon of knitting and socialization.
Paige Warner – Hark the Highlands Sing! November 29th
Middle Grey Arts & Heritage present Paige Warner and her band on Saturday, November 29th at 7:00 p.m. at Annesley. Paige and her 3 piece band take the stage to perform Christmas classics, current holiday hits, and jazzy spins on your favourite carols. Tickets ($35.00) are available online at www.middlegrey.events , at the door, or call 519-997-2727
The Community Christmas Choir Concerts – December 8th and 9th
The Community Christmas Choir has been busy rehearsing each Monday night at Annesley. Their concerts are being held Sunday, December 8th at 2:00 p.m. and Monday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. at Annesley. (Snow date is Tuesday December 9th at 7:00 p.m.) Everyone is welcome to enjoy this wonderful choir. Freewill Donation.
FundScrip – Next order date is Sunday, November 30th
Download and print an order form here:
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
Coin Bank Fundraiser
THE COIN BANKS ARE BACK! We are doing another coin bank fundraiser, and encourage your participation. Please pick up a coin bank in the Narthex or the office, or call 519-986-3019 if you would like to have one dropped off. Please save Loonies, Twonies, Quarters, or a cheque if you prefer. There is a signup book to record your name. It is hoped that they could be returned by the end of November. Thank you so much in advance for your participation.
Sunday Worship at Annesley
Come and worship with us each Sunday morning at 10:30, whether in person or on YouTube. We have 2 ordained ministers and 4 Lay Worship Leaders leading our services this fall, and into 2026. Special dates to remember are: Communion on December 21, and our Christmas Eve service at 7 pm on December 24. Join with your Annesley family, as together we navigate life, supported and guided by God, Christ and the Spirit.
Online Auction postponed until Spring
Our Online Auction will be held in the spring, likely in late April. We will accept donated items throughout the winter into the lower level, or you can hang onto them and we will have a time in advance of the auction that we will be accepting items. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Just the Facts: From the September 30th Financial Statements
Total Receipts: $87,605.44 Total expenses: $109,394.82. Expenses exceed Receipts by $21,789.38
Coffee Break
There is a signup sheet in the Narthex for Coffee Hour – We are looking for people to prepare coffee and put out the treats – they are all provided by Annesley, so only your time is needed. You can scale it down to 1 coffee hour just before or just after the service (instead of both) to make things easier –it is your choice. Thank you to anyone who can do this.
Broadview Magazine Subscriptions are due NOW
If you are a subscriber, please pay your $30 subscription to the office, mail it to Annesley United Church, Box 573, Markdale, N0C 1H0, or put it in the collection plate marked “Broadview”. New subscriptions are welcome!
Grey Bruce Churches Facebook Page
An active Facebook Page where you can post and learn about church events, engage in discussions and connect with sister churches. Find out about Annesley’s friendly attempts to get Trinity Annan’s recipe for their pot pies! Search “Grey Bruce Churches”, ask to be friend and start sharing! Managed by Donna Phillips, Trinity Annan United Church
2024 Annual Report
Paper copies of the Annual Report are available. Read and/or download a copy of the 2024 Annesley United Church Annual Report HERE:
LATEST2024 ANNUAL REPORT.docxDownload
Visioning Team’s Final Report
A Copy of the Visioning Team’s Final Report can be found here:
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In the Library
The Great Emergence by Phyllis Tickle.
Rooted in the observation that massive transitions in the church happen about every 500 years, Phyllis Tickle shows readers that we live in such a time right now. She compares the Great Emergence to other “Greats” in the history of Christianity, including the Great Transformation (when God walked among us), Anyone who is interested in the future of the church in Canada, no matter what their personal affiliation, will find this book a fascinating exploration.
Home At Last (HAL)
HAL is a FREE settling in service to help people who have been in hospital to discharge home. The goal of the program is to facilitate an earlier discharge or unnecessary re-admission to hospital by providing transitional support services and links to community support services wen needed. FOr more information, contact the VON Grey Bruce Office at 519-376-5895/1-800-265-3138 Extension 402 Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Brenda & Peter Dimoff: CDs available due to popular demand
We have all been enjoying the music of Brenda and Peter Dimoff during the Sunday services. Many people have asked where they can get a copy of their CD, so Brenda and Peter have graciously responded by producing copies of the CD, as a fund raiser for Annesley! For a donation of $20 or more to Annesley, you receive a copy of this wonderful CD. They will be available each Sunday, or at the office during the week.
Grey County Cares
Support our Ukrainian refugees in Grey County by buying a button for $10 or more – donations go directly to Ukrainian refugees in Grey County. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. Buttons are in the office.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
The Prayer Shawl Ministry is an important part of Annesley’s outreach. Warm and cozy shawls are given to those of the congregation and community who are bereaved or seriously ill. The appropriate yarn must be purchased. If you would like to help, put your donation in an envelope marked Prayer Shawl and your name and send it to the church office. If you know anyone in the community who would benefit from receiving a prayer shawl, please call the office at 519-986-3019