Ravenshoe United Church is a quaint, rural, family oriented church located 2.5 km. east of Woodbine Avenue on Ravenshoe Road.  We are respected for being a welcoming, friendly, caring and accepting church with a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
The "Ravenshoe Chapel" was founded in 1872-73 through the generosity of the Holborn and Glover families who donated the land and building.  The deed of transfer to the community stipulated that the congregation  had to conform to some form of Methodism. We are still the "Ravenshoe Chapel" but now under the umbrella of the United Church of Canada.

Dec 22, 1877
The trustees pass a motion to name the Chapel "Ravenshoe Chapel". 
Taken from the ERA Banner on Mar. 19, 1926: 
Rev. Mann is certainly drawing a good congregation.  He gave a helpful sermon on Sunday, taking for his text three lights: Red Light - danger in life.  Green Light - caution and White Light - all is well, go ahead.
Sept 15, 1877
The chapel and land are officially conveyed by Registered Deed from Thomas Glover to the Trustees, George Holborn, Robert Smith, William Daniel Glover, Charles Speck and William Henry Glover.
Taken from the Era Banner - Mar 20, 1958:
"Ravenshoe W. A. has completed 14 quilts this winter and is planning on quilting two more at the home of Mrs. Russell Pollock this week. 
Taken from the Era Banner Apr. 1, 1964
Several ladies attended the W.I. dessert course given by Mrs. Shirley Deavitt and Mrs. Bax who had attended training school.   This course was held two afternoons at Mrs. Joan Bax's home.  Each afternoon desserts were made and served, also many kinds of cheeses were shown and served.  Menus were discussed each afternoon.   
Newmarket Era Banner - May 18, 1927
Such a nice lot out to Mother's Day service on Sunday.  Rev Mann delivered a soul-stirring message on "Mother and the Home" which seemed to drive all the worries and cobwebbly thoughts far from one self and bring back childhood memories.  We all appreciate the music furnished by the mothers who constituted the choir for he occasion.
Newmarket Era Banner - May 21, 1953
A large crowd of Institute workers attended the district annual at Ravenshoe last Tuesday.  The ladies of the W.A. served 137 at noon.  The W.M.S. will meet at the home of Mrs. M. Rutledge on Thursday, May 28 at 8 p.m.  Mrs. G. Campbell will be the speaker.  Bring your articles for the bale and layette to the meeting.
Newmarket Era Sept. 15, 1955
The United Church anniversary services will be held Sunday Sept. 18 at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.  Rev. A.W. Fosbury,  Queensville will be the guest minister for the day.  The guest soloist in the morning will be Mr. Angus Morton, Queensville.  Keswick Koraleers  under the leadership  of Mrs. A. Cowieson will sing in the evening.  The W.A. supper will be served Sept. 21.  Hostesses are  Mrs. M. Rutledge, Mrs. H. Yeomanson, Mrs. J. Milton,  Mrs. J. Rutledge, Mrs. Swanson and Mrs. P. Jorristma.  Supper will be served from 6 to 8 p.m.
Taken from the Era Banner - Mar 20, 1958:
"Ravenshoe W. A. has completed 14 quilts this winter and is planning on quilting two more at the home of Mrs. Russell Pollock this week. 
Taken from the Era Banner Apr. 1, 1964
Several ladies attended the W.I. dessert course given by Mrs. Shirley Deavitt and Mrs. Bax who had attended training school.   This course was held two afternoons at Mrs. Joan Bax's home.  Each afternoon desserts were made and served, also many kinds of cheeses were shown and served.  Menus were discussed each afternoon.   
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CGIT GIRLS 1963
April 19, 1951 - taken from the Newmarket Era Banner
The W.M.S. will hold its monthly meeting in the church on Wednesday evening, April 25 at 8 p.m.  Roll-call will be answered with a verse of scripture beginning with the letter "A".  Mrs. G. (Rev.) Campbell will be our guest speaker on Temperance and Mrs. Rutledge will speak on Stewardship.  All Ladies welcome.
The people of the Ravenshoe Methodist church are holding their annual Strawberry Festival on the spacious lawn of Mr.  H. Weddel, the evening of June 26th.  Tea served from 6 to 8 o'clock.  The ladies are sparing no expense to make it the grandest garden party ever held here.  Mr. Hewitt, the comic singer of Newmarket is expected to favour us with a few selections.  Also Miss Sibbald, the elocutionist of Barrie is to be present.  Those who have heard Miss Sibbald know of her ability.  The Queensville orchestra is to join in  making the evening a pleasant one.  Other talent from a distance is expected.  Come and join the rest in having a lovely time. 
Ravenshoe Young Peoples entertained Keswick Young Peoples on Saturday night and all enjoyed a hay ride and wiener roast.
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Sunday School Picnic
The Y.P.S. spent a very enjoyable evening Friday night at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lorne Holborn.
The W.M.S. held their monthly meeting on the same afternoon. 
Mrs. Crowder was the chair.  Mrs. Rye led in prayer an Miss Ruth Holborn read the topic.  Mrs. W. Hamilton and Mrs. R. Glover favoured us with a duet. 
Sept 15, 1877
The chapel and land are officially conveyed by Registered Deed from Thomas Glover to the Trustees, George Holborn, Robert Smith, William Daniel Glover, Charles Speck and William Henry Glover.
Easter 1934:
The Easter Service and special music by the choir here was observed by a large attendance and the church was thoughtfully decorated with flowers.  The Y.P.S. social held at Mr. W. Holborn's on Friday evening was well attended and a jolly time was spent in games.
Taken from the Era Banner Apr. 1, 1964
Several ladies attended the W.I. dessert course given by Mrs. Shirley Deavitt and Mrs. Bax who had attended training school.   This course was held two afternoons at Mrs. Joan Bax's home.  Each afternoon desserts were made and served, also many kinds of cheeses were shown and served.  Menus were discussed each afternoon.   
April 1928 - Ravenshoe
Prayer service on Wednesday evening - a very small attendance.  With the roads drying up, would like everyone to try to be present, as it is very discouraging to Rev. Mann to find scarcely anyone there.  Y.P.S. - Scripture reading by Mr.Irwin Rose; topic by Mr. Harold Bray; Solo by Mr. Jim Walker; solo from the president Mr. M.  Rutledge. 
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Sunday School Teachers
May 31, 1872
The contract to build Ravenshoe Church was signed on May 31, 1872.  Henry Groves was to construct and finish the 28 x 38 building.  The trustees were to supply the timber and all other necessary materials.  The church was to be completed within four and one half months.  The trustees were to pay Henry Groves $200 on January 1st, 1873 for his services. 
The original trustees were John Holborn, John Nichols, Wiliam Glover, Joseph Glover and Francis Croutch. 
The members of the W.M.S. were delighted with the splendid rally held at the Holborn home.  There were 94 ladies present representing five different societies.  Everyone enjoyed Mrs. Banfields address so much.  A social hour was held at the close of the meeting.

Era Banner - June 27, 1935
The Ladies' Aid held a very successful tea on Wednesday of last week.  Mrs. Holborn and Mrs. J. Gordon were the hostesses.
A short program followed the tea and everyone had a splendid time.

RAVENSHOE VARIETY NIGHT