YOU ARE INVITED to attend the worship service in person at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, December 15th. This is a Christmas pageant and Communion Sunday service.
If you can not attend in person, the services are live streamed on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m., or they can be watched any time throughout the week.
To watch the Annesley Sunday Services on YouTube: Annesley United Church’s YouTube Channel is: https://www.youtube.com/c/AnnesleyUnitedChurch
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The Christmas Basket Committee are collecting items in November and December
The following is a list of requested items for the remaining week:
December 15th: Any Canned Goods
We would also accept toothbrushes, gift certificates and cash to help supplement the baskets. Your help will be greatly appreciated. The baskets will be delivered on December 18th.
Advent Devotional Gathering
Join us as we explore Sanctified Art’s Advent Devotional “Words for the Beginning”. The final meeting is December 18th at 1:30. Remote participation is possible. Contact Christine for more information and to get the devotional booklet: revcsmaller@gmail.com
Upcoming Advent & Christmas services – all are welcome
December 15th – 10:30 a.m. Advent 3 service: JOY Pageant & Communion
December 22nd – 10:30 a.m. Advent 4 service: LOVE
December 24th – 7:00 p.m. Community Christmas Candlelight service
Flower Power
It is time again to paint the town (oops, I mean the church) red! Please consider donating either flower or treasure to provide beautiful colour to the Sanctuary this Advent season. It is a wonderful opportunity to honour our families present and past and all donations will be shared in the weekly bulletins. Of course the flowers you donate can be taken home after each service and returned for Sunday if you wish. Your flower would be labelled with your name to prevent confusion. Help us to honour you and the glory of the season.
Upcoming Christmas Events at Highland United
Christmas Bazaar at Highland United Church Highland United Church is holding a Christmas Bazaar from 9-3 on Saturday, December 14th. Come buy some of those last minute Christmas gifts and support our local vendors.
Cookies and Carols – Highland United Church Wednesday December 18th – 7p.m. Back by popular demand! This year there will be only one night for this great get-together for local musicians and those wishing to sing Christmas carols! What could put you in the spirit more than some good music and cookies? All welcome. Free will donations accepted at the door.
Speakers Series -December 19th – Adam Shoalts
Writer, Explorer and Public Speaker Adam Shoalts will be speaking at Annesley on Thursday, December 19 at 7 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased online at MiddleGrey.events for $15, at the Annesley office 10-3 on weekdays, or call 519-997-2727
A Christmas Carol -Dramatic Reading December 21st
You’ve seen the Movie…Now Hear the Book . Middle Grey Events presents John Bourgeois, Maria Ricossa, Geoff Bowes and Dixie Seatlein a condensed reading of A Christmas Carol on Saturday, December 21st from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free Admission Door Prizes Not recommended for urchins 12 & under.
Knit Wits – The Knitting Tree
The Knitting Tree has been set up in the Narthex to display this year’s knitting projects. We will distribute these items to those in need locally as much as possible. Most of our knitting is done from yarn donated to the church and we thank you for that. The Knit Wits meet the 2nd and 4th Monday afternoons each month from 1:30 to 3:30 in the church parlour. All are invited to join us for a lovely afternoon of knitting and socialization.
Coin Banks
We have decided to do 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 as well to record your name. It is hoped that they could be returned by mid December. Thank you so much in advance for your participation.
FundScrip – Next order date is Sunday, January 26th
Download and print an order form here:
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
2025 Contribution Envelopes are available in the Narthex
If you support Annesley by contribution envelopes, your 2025 envelopes are ready and are in the Narthex. If you would like to get envelopes, or are interested in PAR (Pre-authorized Remittance), please contact the office at 519-986-3019
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 Sanctuary. 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.
South East Grey Community Health Centre : Needs (Updated)
The Southeast Grey Community Health Centre is in DIRE NEED of reusable shopping bags – they are washed, so used bags are acceptable. They have received several requests for warm winter clothing and are accepting donations of winter coats, snow pants, winter boots, warm winter hats, mitts, and gloves, warm socks, etc. Donations can be dropped off to reception Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. Financial donations to be used for this purpose can also be made, please see our website for details at www.segchc.ca and tag your donation as “winter clothing.” Many, many thanks for helping us help our community!
Canadian Traditional Scouting Association at Annesley
We are pleased to announce that Canadian Traditional Scouting Association has opened a charter in Markdale, and is excited to be using Annesley United Church as their meeting location. Group name is Markdale Traditional Scouting. We are accepting youth between the ages of 10 and 18. If you are looking for a place to volunteer, your help would also be appreciated. We are hoping to be able to expand our age group to include 5-9 years olds in the near future. Online registration is available though the following link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ScouterKenWeir/CTSA202425YouthRegistrationUnder18
“Just the Facts” – From the October 31st Financial Statements
Total Receipts: $142,939.72 Total Expenses: $118,872.72 Receipts/Expenses $24,066.99 We are moving in the right direction!
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
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.
2023 Annual Report
Paper copies of the Annual Report are now available to read. Read and/or download a copy of the 2023 Annesley United Church Annual Report HERE:
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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
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.