You are welcome to join us for the January 21st service at 10:30 a.m. in person!
If you feel unwell, or cannot attend in person, the services are live streamed at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, and will be posted to the YouTube channel for future viewing. To watch the Annesley Sunday Services on YouTube: Annesley United Church’s YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnnesleyUnitedChurch
FundScrip – Next order date is January 21st
January Promotions include: Airbnb (5%), Chevron and Ultramar (2.5%). Now available: AnyCard, which gives you 100+ of retailer or restaurant on ONE CARD!
Order forms can be found below, or at the office. Download an updated order form here:
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
Skating Outreach in Markdale – Ice Rental for the Community
WOW! Thanks to our special church family, we are able to provide a positive outreach to the community. A special shoutout to the Rose Family; The Mitchell Family; The Benningers; The Lawfords and The Goetz Family for their generosity in reaching our goal for free skating once a month. Huge thanks to all.
PSSSST: Just a wee bit of FYI to share that there is a rumour (good source) that our recreation complex ice is going to be eliminated so that other communities can keep theirs!! Perhaps we need to talk to the Markdale councillor on the Grey Highlands council. I’m thinking the name to source is Mr. Tom Allwood. How much more are we willing to give up? Think about our recent losses and changes for what? Just saying!
South East Grey Community Health Centre Needs
The Southeast Grey Community Health Centre is in need of reusable bags to help the clients of the Community Pantry. The bags are washed by SEGCHC, so even used bags are appreciated. They are also looking for : (in good condition) boots , mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, towels and blankets. Also, travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion to help the less fortunate in our community. Coming up will be the need for spring, summer & fall jackets, raincoats and splash pants for all. Thank you to those who have donated.The items can be dropped off at the Patient Entrance.
Annesley Quilt Makers
The Annesley Quiltmakers will next get together for a quilt day on Wednesday, February 21th from 9:30-2:30 in Fellowship Hall.
Please bring your own lunch/snack. We will provide tea and coffee.
Flower Power
Please check out the very beautiful Annesley note cards featuring the pictures of the flower gardens surrounding the church. They are a total bargain at their price and are available in the Narthex on Sunday mornings or in the office during the week. There isn’t anything more meaningful than a hand written note delivered in the mail.
Contribution Envelopes
Contribution Envelopes are in, and are available in the Narthex or the office. If you would like contribution envelopes, let us know, or if you would like to be added to PAR (Preauthorized contributions), forms are available at the office or can be emailed. Contributios can also be made by e-transfers to: annesleyunited@gmail.com or on the Canada Helps website. There is also a Canada Helps link on our website, markdaleunited.ca
Elder Abuse Awareness in Grey Bruce
Seniors are at risk for Fraud, Scam and Home takeovers. Information is available for seniors to protect themselves. See the poster on the whiteboard in the Narthex for information to schedule a presentation, or contact Amber Jackson at the South East Grey Community Health Centre: 519-986-2222 ext. 6390 or amber.jackson@segchc.ca
Annesley Choir
To all people who love to sing and share their joy of praising God, I invite you, no matter what age you are or skill level, to join with the choir each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. It is a time of preparation for the upcoming services. The atmosphere is relaxed, educational and fun. Please contact me, Brenda Dimoff, if interested to find out more about choir. You can call me at 519-794-0874 or email at dimoff@gbtel.ca I look forward to new faces and voices.
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.
The 2022 Annual Report
The Annual Report for 2022 is available HERE:
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.
Visioning Team’s Final Report
A Copy of the Visioning Team’s Final Report can be found here:
2022-09-13-Final-report-of-the-Visioning-Team-to-the-Board-of-Annesley-UC-rev-and-approved-by-VT-membersDownload
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.