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THIS WEEK @ FMC – February 5-11, 2025

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Remember Jesus’ first sermon, as recorded in Luke 4, in his hometown of Nazareth? In it, he clearly oriented his mission and purpose toward seeing and lifting up ‘the other’ – the poor, blind, oppressed, and imprisoned.  A few weeks ago Pastor Jim urged us to note, as we read Luke, that evidence of Jesus fulfilling this mission statement shows up in every chapter in Luke leading up to his journey into Jerusalem.  As we continue to stay tuned to the storyline in Luke, I invite you to read and reflect on where you see evidence of Jesus’ mission statement being fulfilled in Luke 6:1-16. In this text we also get a glimpse into Jesus’ personal prayer life, and we hear about the calling of a very diverse group of disciples, men from different backgrounds and vocations, to follow Jesus together.

LUKE 6:1-16

One Sabbath while Jesus was going through some grain fields, his disciples plucked some heads of grain, rubbed them in their hands, and ate them. 2 But some of the Pharisees said, “Why are you doing what is not lawful on the Sabbath?” 3 Jesus answered, “Have you not read what David did when he and his companions were hungry? 4 How he entered the house of God and took and ate the bread of the Presence, which it is not lawful for any but the priests to eat, and gave some to his companions?” 5 Then he said to them, “The Son of Man is lord of the Sabbath.”

6 On another Sabbath he entered the synagogue and taught, and there was a man there whose right hand was withered. 7 The scribes and the Pharisees were watching him to see whether he would cure on the Sabbath, so that they might find grounds to bring an accusation against him. 8 But he knew what they were thinking, and he said to the man who had the withered hand, “Come and stand in the middle.” He got up and stood there. 9 Then Jesus said to them, “I ask you, is it lawful to do good or to do harm on the Sabbath, to save life or to destroy it?” 10 After looking around at all of them, he said to him, “Stretch out your hand.” He did so, and his hand was restored. 11 But they were filled with fury and began discussing with one another what they might do to Jesus.

12 Now during those days he went out to the mountain to pray, and he spent the night in prayer to God. 13 And when day came, he called his disciples and chose twelve of them, whom he also named apostles: 14 Simon, whom he named Peter, and his brother Andrew, and James, and John, and Philip, and Bartholomew, 15 and Matthew, and Thomas, and James son of Alphaeus, and Simon, who was called the Zealot, 16 and Judas son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor.

—Pastor Tonya

NOTE: If you would like a printout of your annual giving report from FMC, please let our treasurer, Mike Dirks, know! Please contact him directly. You can reach him at mikedirks@earthlink.net or 620-474-1224. Thank you for your generosity to our shared ministry at FMC!!

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP at 9:30am 

The link to join is on our website: www.hutchfmc.org  Join 5 minutes early for announcements.  The bulletin can be found under the BULLETINS tab on our home page. 

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2025 – RENEWAL THROUGH TRUST AND YIELDEDNESS

Anabaptism @ 500 Worship Series

We are invited toward renewal by repenting of our failures and sins as Anabaptist Christians and experiencing the restored joy of the Holy Spirit.

As the Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online notes, gelassenheit (yieldedness) is an attitude of ‘self-surrender and joyous acceptance of God’s willing’ that characterized many early Anabaptists. By yielding their lives to serve the reign of God above all, the early Anabaptists learned to trust Jesus and obey his call to follow him in everything they did. Today, many Anabaptists have lost any understanding or practice of gelassenheit. As we learn again to yield our lives to God and prayerfully immerse ourselves in the story and teachings of Jesus, we too may be renewed in the joy that comes from trusting and obeying God’s call to live justly, love mercy, and walk humbly in the Jesus way.

Jeremiah 17:5-10; Proverbs 3:5-8; Mt. 18:1-5; John 15:1-10 (also Isaiah 12:2-6; Isaiah 55)

  • Preacher: Tonya Ramer Wenger
  • Worship Leader: Jon Miller
  • Song Leader: Trae Gehring
  • Children’s Time: Susan Combs
  • Scripture Reader: Sadie Pritchett
  • Pianist: Peggy Stucky
  • Ushers: Cheryl Warkentin & Russell Goering
  • Nursery Attendant: Diane Ziemer
  • Sound Tech: Adam Pounds
  • Live Stream Tech: Joel Iwashige

SHARING JOYS & CONCERNS

During each worship service, you are invited to text your prayer joys and concerns – usually to Pastor Tonya.  You are also invited to send prayer joys & concerns during the week. The recording of our worship service is public, so let us know if you’d prefer your request to only be shared via email during the week.  

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Announcements are scrolled Sunday mornings before and after worship.  There will be no spoken announcements unless there are pressing announcements that did not make it into the PowerPoint. Please send any announcements you’d like to have included to the church office by Thursday each week. 

OFFERINGS

We welcome, and are grateful for, your financial donations to our ministry here in Hutchinson.  Instead of collecting an offering during worship (except on special occasions), an offering box is placed at the back of the sanctuary for your Sunday morning donations.  You can also now make a donation directly from our website (www.hutchfmc.org) using a credit card or your banking account.  You are also welcome to send a check to 52 Rambler Rd Hutchinson KS 67502. 

CALENDAR – LOOKING AHEAD

  • February 8 – Galentine Brunch for FMC Women, Teens & Girls, 10am; RSVP to Jean Gaeddert by Feb 1.
  • February 9 – FMC leads worship at Mennonite Friendship Communities (10am); volunteers welcome
  • February 9 – Super Bowl Subs Youth Fundraiser – details below!!
  • February 10 – 6:30pm Craft Night
  • February 11 – 1:00-2:00pm LPC (Listening.Prayer.Conversation) Group
  • February 12 – 6:30-7:30pm LPC Group
  • February 26 – 5:30pm PCRC (Pastor Congregation Relations Committee)
  • March 3-5 – MCC Comforter Blitz, Journey Facilities; MCC Comforter Blitz near Yoder, Kansas on March 3-5.

REMINDER:  If you are last one out of the church building, be SURE the doors lock behind you.

DEEPENING in Christ…

PRAYER GROUPS & OPPORTUNITIES

A Prayer group meets Thursday mornings from 10-11am in the Prayer Room.  All are welcome. 

A small ecumenical Centering Prayer group meets on TUESDAYS (in person @ FMC) from 11:30-12:30 (note the new date/time).  If you’d like to learn more, contact Pastor Tonya.    

LPC: Listening-Prayer-Conversation Groups

These groups meet for an hour once/month in the Common Grounds room and are facilitated by Pastor Tonya.  The format allows for time in prayer by yourself and also with the group.  Any are welcome to join, or to just come and check it out! It’s also possible to join on Zoom if you prefer.

The Tuesday group’s next meeting is Tuesday, February 11 at 1:00pm

The Wednesday evening group meetson Wednesday, February 12 at 6:30pm

Prayer Station at the back of the sanctuary … feel free to leave your written prayers and/or to ‘light’ an electric candle to reflect your prayers.  You can visit this station during the week or on Sunday mornings before, during or after the worship service.

SUNDAY SCHOOL – WINTER QUARTER began December 1

Please join us for Sunday school

  • Preschool through 4th grade meet in the basement Sunday School wing.
  • 5th grade-8th grade meet upstairs in the Junior Youth room
  • Senior Youth (9th-12th) meet upstairs in the Youth room

Adults:

  • The Adult Discussion Class and the Salt & Light Bible Study classes will join together for this quarter (December-February) to engage the Salt & Light study that coincides with the 500th anniversary of anabaptism. The class meets in fellowship hall with Zoom option available.
  • Connection & Conversation meets in the library. Childcare for infants & toddlers is available in the nursery most Sundays.

UPCOMING WORSHIP @ FMC – ANABAPTISM @ 500

On January 26 we began a 4 Sunday Anabaptism @ 500 Worship Series inviting us into various areas for renewal.  Please note we will share communion together on February 16.

  • February 9 – Renewal through Trust and Yieldedness (Anabaptism @ 500) – Pastor Tonya preaching. We are invited toward renewal as we learn anew to trust God’s guidance and yield ourselves to Jesus Christ’s lordship. This service includes an opportunity to remember or anticipate our baptism.
  • February 16 – Renewal at the Lord’s Table (Anabaptism @ 500) – Pastor Tonya preaching.             We are invited into renewal as siblings in Christ around the Lord’s Table.

Anabaptist World special edition, “Anabaptism @ 500” copies are available in the foyer. Please take one and enrich your understanding of Anabaptist history and the contribution of a variety of voices about what makes Anabaptism distinctive in the past as well as right here and now.

ANABAPTISM 1525-2025 – FIVE CENTURIES, FIVE LECTURES

This series of lectures, each addressing a difference century, will be held in-person in Virginia, and livestreamed.  Find livestream information at https://mennonitearchivesofvirginia.net/.  All sessions begin at 7pm Eastern Time.  Recordings are available!

  • January 30 – 16th Century (1500’s): Dr. John Roth
  • February 6 – 17th Century (1600’s): Dr. Mary Sprunger
  • February 13 – 18th Century (1700’s): Elwood Yoder
  • February 20 – 19th Century (1800’s): Caleb Schrock-Hurst
  • February 17 – 20th Century (1900’s): Dr. Andrew Suderman

WORSHIP at MENNONITE FRIENDSHIP COMMUNTIES . . . FEBRUARY 9, 10am

We have the privilege of leading Sunday morning worship in the chapel six times a year. There is opportunity for sharing many gifts – being a welcoming presence, reading scripture, sharing music and so much more. Talk with Pastor Jim if you would like to be part of this ministry in February.

UPPER ROOM and REJOICE! devotional magazines

  • UPPER ROOM – The November-December issue is available above the mailboxes.
  • Rejoice! – December-February issue is now available

STRENGTHENING Community Connections…

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS

  • Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am – 2:00pm
  • Wednesday 10:00am – 1:00pm

PASTOR TONYA’S HOURS/SCHEDULE

Office hours:

  • Monday: Day Off
  • Tuesday-Friday: generally working 8:00am-5:30pm 
  • “In Office” Hours:  9-2 Tuesday and Thursday; 10-1 Wednesday
  • Available other times by appointment.
  • Available evenings and weekends (cell phone is most reliable)

Upcoming “Day Apart with God” dates (for silence, reading, prayer & journaling – will NOT be checking email or responding to texts/calls (except for emergencies). Next day apart is scheduled for February 26.

Pastor Tonya’s Sabbatical dates (spread out between summer 2023-summer 2025)

Pastor Tonya has joined a study program called, “Transforming Community.” Retreats take place in Chicago. Her next scheduled retreat is March 9-12.

SUB SANDWICHES . . . SENIOR YOUTH SUPER BOWL SUNDAY FUNDRAISER – FEB 9

Sign up no later than February 6, for your Super Bowl Subs prepared by our Senior Youth Group. Contact Jonathan Wenger or Tanya Martin Nisly directly. Choose turkey or ham/salami ($10/sub). Every sub comes with a little baggie of veggies (but you provide your own condiments). Pick up your subs on Feb 9 after worship!!  Fundraisers like this help support the youth in attending faith formation and community building events like Snow Camp at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp, MC USA Convention, and participating in service projects.  The youth group also meets twice a month and funds help provide snacks and resources as needed for those gatherings. Thank you for your generosity and support of our youth group.

VALENTINES CARDS AND GIFTS TO OUR COLLEGE STUDENTS

The Faithful Community Coordination Team invites you to make a financial contribution (by FEB 9) to help send a small financial gift to each of our college students this Valentine’s Day! There is a box in the foyer for your donations. You’ll also find there a list of addresses for you to take to send your own cards to the students (or there will also be some cards you can take and use).

LOST & FOUND BOX

Our Lost & Found Box is overflowing!! If you have left a small item behind, please check the box above the mailboxes. Clothing will be hung on the coat rack by the drinking fountains.

ARMS WIDE OPEN – FMC’s history book

The amazing story of First Mennonite Church’s 100 years is told in the history book prepared for our centennial celebration. Copies of the book are available for $25.00 (cash or check). You can also purchase a book online at a price that includes the cost of shipping (click on the “DONATE” button on our website to find this option).   Check with the church office to pick up a book.

STRETCHING to Serve as Christ Served…

SUNDAY MORNING DONATIONS FOR RENO COUNTY FOOD BANK:  

February: Canned Meat/Tuna

Personal care/hygiene items such as these are appreciated anytime: toilet paper, laundry detergent, bath soap, Kleenex, deodorant, disposable razors, paper towels, shampoo, dish soap, hand/body lotion, toothpaste and toothbrushes.  Travel size – new & unopened – are desirable.

EVERENCE announcements

Webinar: 55 and Counting – Six questions to ask as you prepare for retirement: When is the right time? Will I have enough? Will I be OK? These are the types of questions we ask as we prepare for retirement. Join Stewardship Consultants Lynette Morales and Lyle Miller and other Everence experts at 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 13, for a webinar that explores these topics and more.

Information: share this flyer.  Register at everence.com/partners.

Webinar with Financial Choice (LSS): Stop making a resolution: Turn your financial goals into reality. Changing behaviors around money is never easy but to reach your goals it’s necessary. In this workshop you will learn strategies to organize your finances, set goals, and improve financial habits. Steve Bustos, Everence Stewardship Consultant will host this webinar presented by Kim Miller on Feb. 11 at 2 p.m. or 8 p.m. Sign up at everence.com/partners.   Information: share this flyer. 

FreedUp: Everence® is offering this popular stewardship training program once again. The FreedUp program is a way for everyone to get their finances in order – and gain a deeper faith perspective on your money. Everence facilitators will lead the group sessions. Sign up early – these fill up fast!

Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET beginning Jan. 28, ending March 11
Thursdays at 8 p.m. ET beginning Feb. 27, ending April 10.

Register at everence.com/partners.     Information: share this flyer

College scholarships: Everence College Scholarships Everence offers college scholarship opportunities for you or your children. Eligible students can be chosen to receive scholarships of $3,000, $2,000 or $1,000 for the coming academic year. Applications are accepted through Feb. 28. Visit everence.com/college-scholarships to download the application. Talk with Pastor Tonya or Susan Combs for more information.

BETHEL COLLEGE announcements

Sun., Feb. 9 – Sunday-Afternoon-at-the-Museum with Carmaletta Williams from the Black Archives of Mid-America, 3 p.m., Kauffman Museum auditorium. Her program, “Free Did Not Mean Welcome,” is sponsored by the Kansas Humanities Speakers Bureau and is in conjunction with Kauffman Museum’s “Unlocking the Past” exhibit on immigration.

Tues., Feb. 18 – Bethel College Organ Recital Series: Dr. Kevin Vaughn, University of Notre Dame, 7 p.m., Administration Building chapel

REMEMBER the special exhibit at Kauffman Museum, “Unlocking the Past: Immigrant Artifacts and the Stories They Tell.” Open Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-4:30pm; Saturday-Sunday 1:30-4:30pm. The museum store is also open during those hours, with books, games, art and other gift items for sale (see kauffmanmuseum.org/museum-store/).

WESTERN DISTRICT WOMEN IN MISSION

Save the Date! Western District Women in Mission invites women & girls to our annual potluck salad supper on Monday, April 28 at 6 p.m. at the Tabor Mennonite Church, rural Newton. The theme is “For the Beauty of the Earth” presented by WDWM executive committee member and Kansas City floral designer, Becca Schrag. Bring a salad to share and a small vessel to make a floral design in – a tea cup, bowl, or small vase. This is a free event with an offering taken to help cover expenses. RSVP not required but appreciated by emailing westerndistrictwomen@gmail.com. 

KANSAS MENNONITE RELIEF SALE announcements

WANTED: Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Campers, Tractors, Farm Machinery and anything of value to be sold at this year’s Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale.  Your donations can be used as a Charitable Tax Donation.  Call Jerry Toews, 620 367 8257 for more information.

HELPING THOSE IMPACTED BY THE FIRES IN THE GREATER LOS ANGELES AREA

MC USA provided Info on donating for those impacted by the fires in the greater Los Angeles area – Please consider how you, your family and congregation might help in this time of great loss and need.

– To help Pacific Southwest Mennonite Conference congregations and families, you can contribute to their wildfire fund (no PayPal account required): https://bit.ly/3Puimbs
– Support long-term recovery efforts in Southern California by donating to Mennonite Disaster Service (select “California Wildfires” from the dropdown menu): https://mds.org/donate-usa/

MENNONITE FRIENDSHIP COMMUNITIES announcements

This spring, leading up to Easter, Calvin Buller will lead a study of G. F. Handel’s MESSIAH. Through lecture, listening to a recording and discussion, participants will learn about the scriptures that inspired the text and how Handel paints pictures of the story in sound. Sessions will be once a week (for 9 weeks) on Wednesdays at 10:00am in IMES Center beginning February 19, 2025. Study guides and MESSIAH scores will be provided.  If you are interested in attending, please contact Susan Nisly at snisly@MennoFriend.com or 620-663-7175.

HESSTON COLLEGE announcements

Martyrs Mirror exhibit continues at Hesston College
An exhibit from Hesston College’s collection of prints from the actual Martyrs Mirror suite by Jan Luyken is featured in the Regier-Friesen Gallery, located in Hesston College’s Laban Peachey Center (325 S College Drive, Hesston), through February 12. Additional exhibit features include religious texts from the college archives and modern interpretations of the stories of the Martyrs Mirror by people from the campus community. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and admission is free.

Community Day, February 8
Friends, alumni and the entire community are invited to join us on Saturday, February 8 for our winter Community Day basketball and softball games. Women’s and men’s basketball games take place in Yost Center at 1 and 3 p.m. and the Lark softball team has a doubleheader starting at 1 p.m. on Bess Mullet Field. Admission to all events is free. There will also be free popcorn, free haircuts, a photo booth and the Hesston College dance team will perform at halftime. More information can be found at hesston.edu/community-day. Also, save the date for our spring Community Day on March 8!

Prairie Window Concert, February 23
Join Dyck Arboretum Sunday, February 23 at 4 p.m. to hear Alisa Amador. Alisa Amador points folk music toward its future – a future that’s cosmopolitan, multifaceted and multilingual; qualities that have in fact been at the community’s heart all along. Once again, the amazing Crust & Crumb will serve their delicious food items during intermission. For tickets visit dyckarboretum.org/events.

Coming in March! Hesston College Theatre to present “Urinetown” March 5 through 9
This three-time Tony award winning musical is set in a Gotham-like city facing a severe water shortage due to a 20-year drought. The government has imposed a ban on private toilets, forcing citizens to pay a corrupt corporation for access to public restrooms. While this may sound like super serious stuff, Urinetown uses satire, comical characters and even makes fun of the musical genre itself to tell the story of a hero who, fed up with the whole stinking system, plans a revolution to restore freedom to the people. Filled with excellent music, dancing and hilarious dialogue, come spend an evening with us in Urinetown. Tickets can be purchased now at the Hesston College Bookstore or by calling 620-327-8104.

CAMP MENNOSCAH announcements

Registration is open for the 2025 Summer Youth Camps! The theme for the 2025 summer is Another Way, looking at how Jesus invites us to re-imagine who we are and to live in another way.  There has been a change in age groups for the camps. There are two Junior Camps for those going into grades 6, 7 and 8 in the fall of 2025. There is one Junior High Camp for grades 8 and 9. Other age groups remain the same. 

The Spring Scrapbook and Crafts Retreat is March 14-16. Online registration is open! All activities will take place at Main Camp in the dining hall and bunkhouses.

Interviews for the 2025 Summer Staff have started! Staff positions are nature, office, music, lifeguards, crafts and grounds/maintenance. Further information and application available on the Camp Mennoscah webpage or contact 620-297-3290.

Projects left to do on the HVAC renovation at the Retreat Center!  Work groups can be of any size (within reason).  Contact Isaac at 316-217-5626 or Olivia at 316-293-7313 to set up a time for you or your group.  If you are interested in working on a weekend, advance notice of two weeks is needed.  A lack of construction skills should not keep you from helping.  Willing hands and the ability to follow directions are the only requirements. (Activities for those under 18 are limited and likely not at the Retreat Center.)  

WESTERN DISTRICT RESOURCE LIBRARY . . . new digital resources available

The WDC Resource Library is now providing the CloudLibrary app for ebooks and audiobooks. You can also stream Bible studies and kids’ videos through StudyGateway via their group subscription. You will need a WDC Resource Library card and you will find a library card request form through their online card catalog here. Learn more about accessing these resources at https://mennowdc.org/library/ or contact Jennie (the librarian) at crlib@mennowdc.org  Check with the church office if you need assistance.

MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEE (MCC) announcements

The Mennonite Central Committee Central States board will hold its annual meeting on Saturday, March 1 from 2-3:30 p.m. at MCC Central States in North Newton, KS. All are welcome to attend.

The Great Winter Warm-Up is back! Spread warmth around the world this winter by helping MCC reach a goal of 7000 comforters by the end of March. You can sponsor, donate one (or more!) comforters, or attend a comforter event to tie in community with others! If you host an event in your home, church or community please let tinaschrag@mcc.org know about it (we’ve got some small gifts for those who host events!). Check mcc.org/great-winter-warm-up for instructions, coloring pages for kids and more!

Come join the fun at 17th annual MCC Comforter Blitz on March 3, 4 and 5 at the Journey Facilities Building behind Charis Community Church, (3605 E. Long View Rd, Haven, KS) near Yoder, KS. Monday 9-5, Tuesday 9-9 and Wednesday 9-4. Note the hours are extended on Tuesday.  No sewing skills are required! Lunch is available by donation each day, or you may bring your own sack lunch.  Snacks are welcome to share during the workday. This event is hosted by Kansas Friends of MCC. Find out more at mcc.org/comforter-blitz or email brociamueller@mcc.org, 316.283.2720.

Current needs in the material resources center in North Newton:

  • new infant sleepers (6-12 month sizes)
  • toothbrushes (in manufacturer’s packaging—no contact info.)
  • wide toothed combs (6-8 in. long)

You can shop online and have them shipped to MCC or drop them off in the donation room at MCC! These items are needed for infant care and relief kits. MCC Central States, 121 E. 30th St., North Newton, KS 67117 – thank you!

MENNONITE MISSION NETWORK announcements

Mennonite Mission Network invites you to join a Just Peace Pilgrimage this spring. Embark on one of these life-changing learning experiences:

  • United States Civil Rights Pilgrimage — Explore the history, significance, and ongoing implications of the civil rights movement in the United States.
    • Unique opportunity – Young adults are invited to join Glen Guyton, MC USA executive director, for an enlightening journey. To foster dialog and understanding you are invited to join this pilgrimage with a partner of a different race. 
  • Christ at the Borders (Calais, France) — Thousands of people migrate to Calais in hopes of crossing the English Channel and entering the United Kingdom to find a better life. Meet those walking alongside the vulnerable who search for a peaceful home and the travelers themselves.
  • Solidarity with Indigenous Peoples (Yakima, Washington) — Led by Sarah Augustine. Become better acquainted with Indigenous Peoples, their connection to the land upon which we live, and the consequences of settler colonial history.

For more information and to sign up, visit MennoniteMission.net/JustPeace or contact Stephanie Weaver at StephanieW@MennoniteMission.net.

MCC U.S. NATIONAL PEACE & JUSTICE PEACE MINISTRIES

“If we are silent, then these stones will cry out!” (Luke 19:40). Are you a young adult concerned about the global threats of climate change and forced migration, the groanings of Creation and the shouting out of stones, and eager to join a collective cry for positive change? The Stones cry out Peace Camp from March 10-15, 2025, may be for you! MCC Peace Camps are one-week, hands-on learning experiences for young adults to build community together, experience personal transformation and apply Anabaptist foundations of peace and justice to real world issues. As climate change and other environmental pressures create difficult living conditions, more and more people are forced to leave their homes. The Stones cry out Peace Camp will grapple with ways to address the two intersecting issues of climate and migration. Together, participants will delve into alternative visions for a society rooted in hospitality and share these powerful messages in person with members of Congress. The Stones cry out Peace Camp will take place at the MCC Welcoming Place in Akron, Pennsylvania. Young adults ages 18-30 are invited to apply. MCC covers all costs of travel, lodging and meals beyond the $250 registration fee. Register here https://mcc.org/events/stones-cry-out-peace-camp

MENNONITE DISASTER SERVICE (MDS) announcements

Our January edition of On the Level is now available. In this edition, an update on the MDS response to the LA Wildfires, a new job opportunity with MDS, plus all the details for the upcoming MDS 75th Anniversary Celebration. Click on this link to read more: https://conta.cc/40gJGz2

MENNONITE CHURCH USA CONVENTION REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD PRICING

Speak to Pastor Tonya if you’d like to attend. Dates are July 8-12, 2025, Greenboro, North Carolina. Learn more here: mennoniteusa.org/news/registration-jan6 Register here: convention.mennoniteusa.org/ 

Register now for the 500 YEARS OF ANABAPTISM & SWISS ALPS TOUR, May 21-31, 2025. 

Sites: The Swiss Alps, Swiss Mennonite sites, & the 500 Year Celebration in Zurich on May 29.Preview the tour at www.tourwithweldon.com. For information & registration details contact Weldon Martens at weldon.martens@gmail.com or 402-202-9276.