You are welcome to join us for the February 25th 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
Coldest Night of the Year – February 24th
Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger and homelessness. This event takes place on February 24th. Team up, fundraise, walk and take a moment to look closer… because it is cold out there. Supporting South East Grey Community Health Centre and the United Way Bruce Grey. Sponsor a team at: cnoy.org/register
FundScrip – Next order date is Sunday February 25th
February Promotions include: Foodland, Sobey’s, FreshCo, IGA (5%), and GAP, Old Navy, Banana Perpublic (9%) Order forms can be found below, or at the office. Download an updated order form here:
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World Day of Prayer – March 1st, 2:00 p.m.
The service this year will be at Cooke’s Presbyterian Church, 14 George Street, Markdale. Please join us for World Day of Prayer, a prayer movement that invites us to enrich our faith experience with the experience of Christians from other countries and cultures and to bring hop to women touched by injustice.
Paige Warner will be back on March 1st at 8:00 p.m.
Everyone enjoyed Paige’s Christmas concert at Annesley, so we are pleased to advise that she will be back on March 1st. Tickets available at the office or at annesley.events. $25.00 in advance, $30 at the door. Live Stream tickets also available for $15.
Urgent Request: Board Members Needed
Our AGM will be held on Sunday April 7. Between now and then it is hoped that we can attract some additional representatives to our Church Board, which currently stands at a membership of six. We find ourselves with too few (weary) people responsible for too many decisions and carrying too many responsibilities. Unfair, unhealthy and unsustainable. There are several other understaffed sub-committees which might benefit from YOUR skills. Please speak with John Lewis (519-379-1685). Thank you.
Annual Congregational Meeting – April 7th
The Annual meeting will be held Sunday, April 7th after the service. Everyone is invited to attend. If you are the leader of a group or a committee, please submit a 2023 report by early March, so that the Annual Report can be completed and available to read by March 24th.
Broadview Magazine Subscriptions are due March 2024
Broadview Subscriptions are coming due in March. Our group subscription runs from April, 2024 to March 2025. Subscriptions are $30, and payment can be dropped off at the office, mailed to Annesley United Church, PO Box 573m Markdale, ON N0C 1H0, or on the collection plate marked “Broadview”. New subscriptions are welcome!
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) mittens, gloves, hats, men’s casual pants, sweatpants, 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, March 13th from 9:30-2:30 in Fellowship Hall. Please bring your own lunch/snack. We will provide tea and coffee.
Car Rally
The Car Rally is coming back this spring!- Stay tuned for details!
Flower Power
Flower Power We are racing toward Easter, and that signals Lilies in our sanctuary and chocolate in our baskets (I hope). There are still a few packages of beautiful garden note cards, but they are going quickly as the selling price is a steal. You also might want to take a (free) ceramic trivet emblazoned with the church picture for teapots, hot pots, wind chimes(?) There are also historical maps of Markdale, perfect for framing (or for conversation). Also free, but donations appreciated.
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.
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:
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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.