You are welcome to join us for the April 7th Good Friday Service and the April 9th Easter 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
Broadview Subscriptions – Renewals are now DUE!
Our Group subscription runs from April, 2023 to March 2024. Renewal is still only $25. You can mark an envelope in the collection plate “Broadview”, mail a cheque to Annesley United Church, Box 573, Markdale, On N0C 1H0, or pay at the office during the week. New subscriptions are welcome!
The Annual General Meeting
The AGM is planned for Sunday, April 30th after the morning service. Annual Reports will be available soon.
FundScrip – Next order date will be Sunday, April 30th
Order forms can be found below, or at the office.
Download an updated order form here:
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Flowers for the Easter Sunday Service
If you would like to provide Easter Flowers in memory of a friend or a loved one to decorate the Sanctuary on Easter Sunday, April 9th, please call the office (519-986-3019), so that names can be printed in the Easter Sunday bulletin. Flowers can be delivered to the church any time the week before Easter, and you are welcome to take them home afterward. Silk arrangements are also welcome, as some people are sensitive to the scent of lilies.
Annesley Woodworkers’ Guild Meeting – April 12th
The next meeting of the Woodworkers will be on Wed., April 12/23 at 7:00 p.m. at “Georgian Bay Woodworking”, corner of 10th St. and 2nd Ave E. in Owen Sound. Owner Shane Wiley will speak about his business with reference to epoxy and live edge wood for furniture. Meet at Annesley at 6 p.m. to carpool to the meeting for 7 p.m. All Welcome. Call Mark (519-986-4390) or Doug (519-986-3393) for information.
Flower Fund
A super thanks to all who joined in the fun of “egg guessing”. We will all be able to enjoy some fresh and colourful flowers in the sanctuary. Thank you also to Joe Ewing for returning his prize so a young person could win it.
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.
Sunday Coffee Break
Every Sunday we raise our cups and smiles with some coffee, tea and treats. A very special “shout out” to Valerie G. & family for giving us all a new meaning to “homemade treats”- (more than just “made in Canada”). Thank you Valerie and family, for sharing your talent!
Funeral Lunch Team needs help
The Funeral Lunch Group has reconvened , but are looking for people who would be kind enough to go on the phone list for donations of food (sandwiches, dessert squares, vegetable trays) for funeral or community lunches. Please contact Korleen at 519 986 3293 or Karen at 519-986-2130.
Drivers Needed
A new resident of the Markdale community is in need of transportation to English as a Second Language (ESL) classes in Owen Sound. Classes begin at 9:30 am and end at 12:30 pm. Driving has been covered until May, but will be needed for Tuesdays and Wednesdays until the end of June. If you, or someone you know, are able to drive for one or more of those days, could you please call Heather Spry….519-986-1710 or Donna Dickie….519-986-3393? Your help would be greatly appreciated!”
Harriston Meat Sale in May
Spring is in the air! Time to start getting ready for grilling season! We will be holding another sale of products from Harriston Meat Packers , with delivery in time for the long weekend in May. Order forms and product/price lists will be available soon, at the office and on the website.
Earth Day Events – Where and when
- 11:00 am to 12:30 pm: Youth Climate Action Projects 2023 on displayat Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library in downstairs auditorium
- 12:45 pm to 1:30 pm: An opening Water Ceremony with Shirley John, Strong White Buffalo Woman from Saugeen First Nation with support of Womens Drumming Group and M’Wikwedong Indigenous Friendship Centre in Queen’s Park, 1st Ave. W, across the river from the Farmers’ Market
- 2:00 pm: Climate Fair and Children’s Area opens at the Owen Sound Farmers’ Market, 88 8th Street East.
- 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Live music, dance, and theatrical performances
- 3:30/4:00 pm: ‘Procession of the Species’ Parade that everyone can join featuring puppets, masks, and costumes reflecting the theme of endangered wildlife.
- 5:00 pm: Close
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April 19th – National Film Day-Viewing of Sarah Polley’s Film “Away From Her”
April 26th– Speakers’ Series: Hap Wilson: Canadian naturalist, canoe tripper, author, illustrator and photographer.
May 6th– The Coronation
May 7th “Bored of Education” Band Concert
May 17th – Speakers’ Series
May 20th The Annesley Plant Sale is back!
Nov. 4th Scott Woods Band
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. WE NEED ALTOS! You can call me at 519-794-0874 or email at dimoff@gbtel.ca I look forward to new faces and voices. Brenda Dimoff
From the Search Team
The Search Team is 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!
From the Affirming Ministry Team
We are continuing to explore the possibility of Annesley becoming an Affirming Ministry church. Do you have questions or comments you would like to make? We are keen to hear from you as we discern this path. There is a now a Comments and Questions box in the Narthex. Please feel free to write anonymously, but if you would like to speak to someone on the team or attend one of our team meetings with your feedback, please add your name and contact information. Or of course just speak to us in person! We really need and value your input. Thanks! As well, if you would like additional information about the affirming journey there are copies of an excellent resource booklet titled “Open Hearts” available in the church library. Jane Currah, Marlene Evans, Jill Lawford, John Lewis, Ralph Shilton, Heather Spry, Vicki Stevens, Mark Waugh
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.
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
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.