YOU ARE INVITED to attend the worship service in person at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 3rd.
DON’T FORGET TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR ON SATURDAY NIGHT
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
DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE!!!
Fall Bazaar November 2nd – 9:00 – 1:00
The Fall Bazaar is back! After a 4 year absence, the bazaar will be back on Saturday, November 2nd, from 9:00 until 1:00! We will have vendors’ tables and a homemade lunch.
NOVEMBER 10th Remembrance Service
We have been invited to join Christ Church Anglican for a Community Remembrance Service on Sunday, November 10th at 11:00 a.m. Annesley will not hold a service that morning, so that we can join our friends at Christ Church Anglican. There will be NO live stream that day.
Online Auction
Thank you to everyone who donated items to the online auction – it was a great success! $6,145.05 was raised! Arrangements to pick up remaining items can be made by calling Dale at 519-270-0785 or Diane at 519-317-5717.
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.
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.
Markdale Baptist Church – Sunday evening services
Markdale Baptist Church is celebrating the 5th anniversary of their Sunday evening services this month. Each week at 6:00 p.m. they have another opportunity to worship, fellowship and grow in God’s Word. As most churches don’t have an evening service this is open to all area Christians.
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
FundScrip – Next order date is Sunday, December 1st
November & December promotions include: Aerie/American Eagle (8%), Anycard (10%), Boston Pizza (8%), Hello Fresh (10%),Inspired Dining (12%), Kernels (10%), Petro Canada (3%), Pizza Nova (9%), Thai Express (6%), Winners/Marshalls/Home Sense (8%)
https://www.markdaleunited.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/FUNDSCRIP-ORDER-FORM-2022-2.pdf
“Just the Facts” – From the September 30th Financial Statements
Total Receipts: $122,508.68 Total Expenses: $107,094.55 Receipts/Expenses $17,806.12 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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South East Grey Community Health Centre : Needs (Updated)
The Southeast Grey Community Health Centre has already 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!
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.