You are welcome to join us for the February 5th Sunday 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
Still Standing Viewing Party
On February 15th, we will be hosting a viewing party of the Markdale episode of the CBC program “Still Standing”. Watch the episode at 8:00 p.m. that night on a BIG Screen with your community! Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and there will be a pre-show at 7:00 p.m. Contact the office at 519-986-3019 to let us know if you plan to come, as the organizers need an idea of the numbers.
February Flower Fund
It’s the month of love and kindness, St. Valentine, candy and FLOWERS. Why not make a donation to the Flower Fund in celebration of the name of that special someone in your life? Think of the colour and energy it will bring to your life and those lives you celebrate!
The Annesley Choir – An invitation from Brenda Dimoff
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. Brenda Dimoff
ATTENTION BOOK LOVERS! Don’t miss BOOK FEST
SouthGrey.ca is hosting a Book Fest at Annesley on Saturday, March 4th from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. Grey County Reads 2023 contenders will pitch their books, local authors will read from their featured works, local writers will be signing their books, and you can have an expert appraise your antiquarian books! Admission is free, but donations accepted.
World Day of Prayer – March 3rd
World Day of Prayer is being held at Annesley on Friday, March 3rd at 2 p.m. Please plan to join us for this special service, prepared by the women of Taiwan. Everyone is welcome! Refreshments will be served following the service. If you are unable to attend in person, but wish to watch a previously recorded video of the service, you will find the video posted on Annesley’s YouTube.
Licensed Lay Leader Program Webinar – March 4th
What is the Licensed Lay Leader Program? Everyone is invited to learn more by taking part in a Zoom Webinar with Rev. David Shearman on Saturday, March 4th from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Look on the Grey Bruce Churches Facebook group for registration information.
A Lenten Bible Study
A Bible Study will begin on Tuesday, February 21st at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Cost is $20.00 per person which covers the cost of the book provided. Each session will be 1 hour in length. Anyone can attend. This will be a 6 Week study. Zoom Invitation will be sent out prior to the Bible Study. This Bible Study will be led by Rev. Sallyann Longfellow. To confirm your spot, please email Rev. Sallyann Longfellow Sallyannlongfellow@gmail.com or Sharon Wickens Sharonlwickens@gmail.com
Hub Technology
Come Learn and Experience Hub Technology On Sunday, March 26th from 9:30 to 12:30 a.m., everyone is invited to gather at Southampton United Church to experience hub-facilitated worship with four congregations. There will be a pot luck at 11:30, with time for questions.. Registration to follow on the Grey Bruce Churches Facebook site.
Request from the Decluttering Team
Planning a trip to Owen Sound soon?
The decluttering team has a favour to ask. We have assembled boxes of older, unused Bibles and hymnaries to donate to the Mission thrift store in Owen Sound and we need volunteers to drive them there. The thrift store is open Tues., Thurs., Fri. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wed. from 10 a.m. to 7p.m. and Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. Address is 1698 18th Ave. E.
The boxes are temporarily stored just inside the office door entrance beside the stairs. There is a sign on the boxes. Take as many boxes as you can manage! During their regular business hours, a staff person is available at the thrift store receiving entrance to take the boxes. For more information, please speak to Jill Lawford of Lynn Wyvill. Thank you!
From the Search Team
The Search Team will be looking for people to share what they love about Annesley on video or audio clip! If you are willing to give a quick (or long!) testimonial, we want to hear from you. We will be compiling them with other great things happening in and around Annesley for our NEW Living Faith Story. This would be shared with potential candidates to show what Annesley is all about! Email or call the church office to get on the list!
The Annual General Meeting
The AGM is planned for Sunday, April 30th after the morning service. If you are part of a committee or club you are welcome to write your report early, and submit them to the office so the Annual Report can be prepared.
New in the Library
When Things Fall Apart – Heart Advice for Difficult Times
by Pema Chödrön. Life is a good teacher and a good friend . Things are always in transition if you can only realize it. Nothing ever sums itself up in the way that we like to dream about. The off-center, in-between state is an ideal situation, a situation in which we don’t get caught and we can open our hearts and minds beyond limit.
Task Teams hard at work
Many exciting things are happening around the building! Feel free to stroll through to see the progress being made to make the basement rooms inviting, clean and bright, and check out the completed Wesley Room. The Refresh Team (and helpers) are working hard every day. Thank them for their efforts when you stop by! If you have more time these days, your help and vision are always welcome.
Broadview Subscriptions – Renewal is in March
Renewal details to follow.
Grief and Loss Seminar
Gentle Shepherd Community Church is hosting a Grief and Loss Seminar on Saturday, March 11th from 9:30 – 4:00. Anyone who desires more information on Grief and how to assist others in their grief and loss should attend. Please call Pastor Adam at 519-924-3422 to register. An information poster is in the office.
VON – Grey Bruce offers Bereavement Support
Victorian Order of Nurses Grey Bruce offers bereavement support through Bereavement Support Groups (in-person and by Zoom), DropIn Chats, A Mindfulness and Grief Webinar Series, and On-on-One Telephone Peer Bereavement Support. For more information, contact Ingrid Bell, MSW at 519-376-5895 ext 560, or ingrid.bell@von.ca
FundScrip – Next order date will be Sunday, February 26th
Download an updated order form here:
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
Required Urgently : Archivist
Are you interested in the history of Annesley Church? Are you an organized soul who appreciates the need to preserve what has built this religious community? A multitude of photos and documents have been collected, but need a discerning hand to collate and protect them. Please consider this request seriously. Your skills are urgently needed. Contact Patti at the office,519-986-3019, or Lynn at 519-986-3707
Annesley’s Advent Newsletter
The Advent Newsletter is HERE! You can read it or download a copy below.
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Centering Prayer
“Centering Prayer is an idealized method to facilitate the development of Contemplative Prayer, preparing our faculties to receive this sun. It is an attempt to present the teachings of ancient Christian knowledge in an updated way.” Father Keating All are welcome.
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
It is not too late to volunteer to help with one of the tasks identified in the Visioning Team’s Report. Your ideas and help are needed!
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.