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er Mennonite Conference
U P D A T E S
Information for leaders and congregations
May 18, 2016

These bi-weekly UPDATES are shared so that leaders and congregations are aware of events and information taking place in LMC, agencies, fraternal organizations, congregations, and the broader church. These announcements are for your information and to share with others in your congregation through email, weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, Sunday morning announcements, church website, or Facebook. Use your discretion and share what your congregation will find helpful.

LMC Office Events & Information
Awareness & Training
Making Church a Safe Place for All
Volunteers in your congregations who have direct contact with children have until July 1, 2016 to be in compliance with the new Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law of 2014. If your congregation needs help with this process contact the Conference office. We have tools available to help you make that transition and develop a child protection policy.
 
If your congregation has not taken steps to bring your credentialed leaders into compliance, please contact the LMC Office as soon as possible for assistance in understanding what must be done. December 31, 2015 was the date for all employees of organizations that have direct contact with children to be in compliance.  

Contact Brinton Rutherford brutherford@lancasterconference.org if you are interested. 
Click here to see flyer.

LMC Youth Workers Monthly Breakfast
Come "talk shop" with others involved in youth ministry on May 24 at 8 am at Lyndon Diner. This gathering is a chance to share ideas, encourage and support each other through conversation and prayer.  Anyone involved with youth ministry in any way in the Lancaster Mennonite Conference is welcome! Please RSVP on the LMC Youth Workers FB page if you are coming. 

Shalom News Announcements
Guest Team Member(s) for Shalom News Magazine
For each issue of Shalom News, our editorial team invites a guest team member or team members to sit with us (Brinton Rutherford and Joselyn Santiago) for a 1-2 hour brainstorming/planning session to help shape the theme and articles, and maybe write an article or two. 
If you would like to be considered to be a guest team member for an issue of Shalom News, please contact Joselyn Santiago (jsantiago@lancasterconference.org or 717-293-5246 ext. 100).

News Blurbs
Did your congregation celebrate a special anniversary? 
Did your congregation host an event in the community?
We are inviting congregations to submit congregational announcements (i.e. retirements, baptisms, credentialing services, etc.) to be included in the Shalom News magazine.
If your congregation is interested in sharing, please submit a 1-4 sentence story/update with a photo (if possible) to Joselyn Santiago (jsantiago@lancasterconference.org). 

Urban Education Grant
Applications for the Urban Education Grant are being accepted, for the 2016-2017 academic year, for those who are in school or have children in school. Applications are due no later than July 1, 2016.
If you have any questions contact Carl Hess at 717-293-5246 ext. 105 or chess@lancasterconference.org.
Click here for the application.

Quiet Shouts Seminar Scholarship
Applications for the Quiet Shouts Seminary Scholarship are being accepted for the 2016/17 academic year. The purpose of the scholarship is to support and encourage Lancaster Conference Mennonite women pursuing pastoral studies in seminary master's degree programs.
 
Scholarships are awarded annually to women who meet the following criteria:
  • member of a Lancaster Mennonite Conference congregation
  • accepted into an accredited seminary master's degree program
  • pursuing full-time or part-time pastoral studies
Applications must be received by May 1, 2016 to qualify for a 2016/17 academic year scholarship. A Quiet Shouts brochure and application are attached.
Previous recipients are encouraged to apply as scholarships can be received for multiple years of studies. Last year's recipients were Sarah Bixler (Oxford Circle Mennonite), Gina Burkhart (Landisville Mennonite), Kristina Denlinger (West End Mennonite Fellowship), Rhonda Good  (Connect Church), Nancy Maldonado (King of Glory Tabernacle), and Linda Gehman Peachey, (East Chestnut Street Mennonite).
 
These scholarships are made possible through donations from individuals and through royalties from Quiet Shouts, a book authored by Louise Stoltzfus featuring 14 Mennonite women leaders of the 20th century.
For more information, click on the links below.

LMC Pastoral Openings
If you are interested in a pastoral position at one of the LMC congregations, click here to see what positions are available. You can also go onto our website  http://www.lancasterconference.org/ and click on the Pastoral Openings link.  

Classified Ads
LMC and LMC agencies, fraternal organizations, and congregations, often post classified ads under the "Classifieds" tab on the LMC website. Click here to see the postings.
LMC Agency Events & Information
Eastern Mennonite Missions 
 
35 years of saying YES
Join us on Saturday, May 21, for EMM's event "35 years of saying YES: Launching people into life on mission," beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Lancaster Mennonite School, Calvin and Janet High Fine Arts Center. For 35 years, EMM's YES program served as a place where people encountered God, His people, and the world in fresh ways. YES's joys and challenges transformed people, both participants and those they served. As EMM transitions the YES structures into new ways of catalyzing missional discipleship, we invite you to come remember, lament, and celebrate the experience of YES. Be encouraged to continue living out God's calling, wherever you are. For more information, visit emm.org/35years or contact Jessica Fellenger at 717 898-2251 ext. 235.

Los 35 años de YES
Únase a nosotros el 21 de mayo para el evento de EMM "35 años diciendo YES: Lanzando gente hacia una vida de misión", comenzando a las 6:30 p.m. en el Calvin and Janet High Fine Arts Center de la Lancaster Mennonite School. Durante 35 años, el programa YES de EMM sirvió como un lugar donde personas se encontraron en formas frescas con Dios, con su pueblo, y con el mundo. Las alegrías y los desafíos de YES transformaron a muchos, tanto a los participantes como a los que ellos sirvieron. A medida que EMM hace la transición de las estructuras de YES a nuevas formas para catalizar el discipulado misional, le invitamos a que venga para recordar, lamentar, y celebrar la experiencia de YES. Siéntase animado a continuar viviendo el llamado de Dios dondequiera que se encuentre. Para obtener más información, visite  emm.org/35years o póngase en contacto con Jessica Fellenger en el 717 898-2251, ext. 235.

As a youth group, learn to lend a hand to refugees
Welcoming refugees youth night, jointly hosted by EMM and Church World Service (CWS), is a chance for teens and youth groups to spend an evening learning how to welcome refugees through peer relationships. Join us on Wednesday, June 15, from 7:00-8:30 p.m., at 450 North Prince St., Lancaster, Pa., and learn how you can lend a hand to your neighbors through CWS service opportunities. Registration ends June 1. Visit emm.org/refugees for registration and more information, or contact Angie Breneman at 717 898-2251 ext. 266.

Como grupo de jóvenes, aprenda a echarle una mano a los refugiados
El evento nocturno "Dándole la bienvenida a refugiados", patrocinado conjuntamente por EMM y Church World Services (CWS), es una oportunidad para que grupos de adolescentes y de jóvenes pasen una tarde aprendiendo a dar la bienvenida a los refugiados relacionándose con ellos como iguales. Únase a nosotros el miércoles 15 de junio, de 7:00 a 8:30 p.m., en el 450 North Prince St., Lancaster, PA, y aprenda cómo puede echarle una mano a sus vecinos a través de las oportunidades de servir provistas por CWS. La inscripción finaliza el 1 de junio. Visite emm.org/refugees para inscribirse y recibir más información, o póngase en contacto con Angie Breneman en el 717 898-2251, ext. 266.

Save the date!
Celebrate summer with international culture and flavor at EMM's biggest event of the year! Join us on Saturday, July 9, 2016, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Hans Herr House, Willow Street, Pa. for the 21st annual Global Fair: an open-air missions and culture festival. Each year, thousands of people meet the world through international activities: henna tattoos, African dance, friendly alpacas. And of course, the sights and scents of international food are always a big draw. Come talk to mission workers and hear their stories about God's work in different countries around the world. And go on free tours of Hans Herr exhibits. For more information, visit emm.org/globalfair or contact Jessica Fellenger at 717 898-2251 ext. 235.

¡Tome nota de esta fecha!
¡Celebre el verano con sabor y cultura internacional en el mayor evento del año de EMM! Únase a nosotros el sábado, 9 de julio de 2016, de 11 a.m. a 3 p.m., en la Hans Herr House, Willow Street, Pa. para la 21ª Feria Global anual: un festival de misiones y culturas al aire libre. Cada año, miles de personas experimentan el mundo a través de actividades internacionales: tatuajes de henna, danza africana, amistosas alpacas. Y, por supuesto, la apariencia y olores de comida internacional son siempre una gran atracción. Venga y platique con obreros de misiones y escuche sus historias acerca de la obra de Dios en diferentes países alrededor del mundo. Y disfrute tours gratuitos de las exhibiciones de la Hans Herr House. Para obtener más información, visite emm.org/globalfair o póngase en contacto con Jessica Fellenger en el 717 898-2251, ext. 235.

Will you join us in prayer?
As people joining in God's mission, you understand that everything flows out of our relationship with Him. We pray with passion and persistence for His kingdom to come and His will to be done, and we move forward as He leads. One way to join EMM in prayer is by receiving Mission Intercessor, a monthly prayer guide focused on work that God is doing through EMM locally and globally. To learn more, visit emm.org/pray or contact Emily Gingrich at 717 898-2251 ext. 225.

¿Le interesaría unirse a nosotros en oración?
Como toda persona que se une en la misión de Dios, usted comprende que todo fluye de nuestra relación con Él. Oramos con pasión y persistencia para que Su reino venga y para que Su voluntad sea hecha, y después avanzamos de acuerdo a Su dirección. Una manera de unirse a EMM en la oración es recibiendo Mission Intercessor, una guía mensual de oración enfocada en el trabajo que Dios está haciendo a través de EMM, tanto local como globalmente. Para obtener más información, visite emm.org/pray o póngase en contacto con Emily Gingrich en el 717 898-2251 ext. 225.

 
 

In Our Blood: Nazism, MCC, and the Invention of Mennonite Ethnicity
In Our Blood: Nazism, MCC, and the Invention of Mennonite Ethnicity- Harvard University Historian Ben Goossen traces the entanglement of Anabaptist and Aryan ideologies before, during, and after Hitler's Third Reich. He will talk on Friday, May 20, at 7 p.m. at Ridgeview Mennonite Church.

En nuestra sangre: el nazismo, el CCM, y la invención de la etnicidad menonita
El historiador de la Universidad de Harvard, Ben Goossen, trazará el entrelazamiento entre la ideología anabautista y aria antes, durante, y después del Tercer Reich. Ben expondrá su charla el viernes 20 de mayo, 7 p.m. en la Iglesia Menonita de Ridgeview.

Tour to Puerto Rico: Island of Enchantment
Join us on a five-day tour to Puerto Rico exploring Mennonite history and popular attractions on the Island.  The tour will be held from Thursday, October 20, to Monday, October 24. Cost per person is $1,975. Price of the tour includes airfare, motor coach, lodging, seven meals, and site tours. A $500 deposit is required by June 1, and full payment, by August 5. Interested persons can learn more and register at www.lmhs.org or by calling 717-393-9745.

Gira a Puerto Rico: Isla del Encanto
Únete a una gira de cinco días a Puerto Rico para explorar la historia menonita y visitar lugares populares en la Isla. La gira se llevará a cabo de jueves, 20 de octubre a lunes, 24 de octubre.  El costo por persona es de $1,975.  El precio incluye boleto de avión, autobús, hospedaje, siete comidas, y giras locales.  Se requiere un depósito de $500 para el 1ro de junio, y pago completo para el 5 de agosto.  Personas interesadas pueden aprender más sobre el viaje y registrarse en www.lmhs.org, o llamando al 717-393-9745.

What Young Historians are Thinking
Come hear from young and early career historians with connections to the historic peace churches present their research.  The event will take place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, at Cross Roads Brethren in Christ Church. Topics will include the treatment of Moravians during the American Revolution, a Mennonite influenced radio station for the Soviet Union, and the intersection of the Amish community with the American legal system.

Lo que historiadores jóvenes están pensando
Ven a escuchar a historiadores jóvenes comenzando sus carreras y con conexiones a las iglesias históricas de paz hablar sobre sus investigaciones.  El evento se llevará a cabo a las 7 p.m. el sábado, 4 de junio, en la Iglesia de los Cross Roads Brethren in Christ Church.  Los tópicos incluirán el trato de moravos durante la Revolución Americana, una estación de radio soviética influenciada por los menonitas, y la intersección entre la comunidad amish y el sistema legal de los EE.UU. 

Music in the Orchard
Come to the 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum for this year's first of a five summer concert series on Saturday, June 11, 6 pm. It is sure to be a rollicking performance by Vinegar Creek Constituency and an opening by Daryl Snider. Tickets are $8 for adults on concert day at the site. Children under 12 are free.

Música en el Huerto
Ven a la Casa Museo de Hans Herr de 1719 para el primer concierto en una serie de cinco conciertos el sábado 11 de junio, 6 p.m.  Será un evento divertido con los grupos de Vinegar Creek Constituency, y el artista Daryl Snider para abrir. Boletos cuestan $8 por adulto en el día del concierto en el local.  Los niños menores de 12 entran gratis.  

A Sense of Place
Join three Lancaster County Mennonite related artists-Freiman Stoltzfus, Letitia Weaver, and Amy LeFever-discuss their work, their backgrounds, and influencing factors on their art. The panel will be moderated by Chad Martin, a Mennonite artist and pastor. This meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17, at James Street Mennonite Church, 323 W. James St, Lancaster, Pa.

Sensación de Lugar

Únete a tres artistas asociados con los menonitas del Condado de Láncaster - Freiman Stolzfus, Letitia Weaver, y Amy LeFever - quienes hablarán sobre su trabajo artístico, sus trasfondos, y los factores que dan influencia a su arte.  El panel será moderado por Chad, Martin, artista y pastor menonita.  Esta reunión se llevará a cabo a las 7 p.m., viernes 17 de junio, en James Street Mennonite Church, 323 W. James St., Láncaster, Pennsylvania. 

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Calling all LMS Alumni!
If you are an LMS Alumni, please contact John H. Denlinger, Director of Church Relations (denlingerjh@lancastermennonite.org), at LMS. The next LMS Bridges will be highlighting alumni who are in pastoral leadership and we hope to have as complete a list as possible. If you know of others who aren't pastoring in Lancaster or ACC please submit their names to John as well. Thanks for your help. 

Mennonite Children's Choir of Lancaster
Spring 2016 Concert Series

Sunday, June 12, 7 p.m.
Mt. Gretna Tabernacle, Mt. Gretna

For additional information, contact 
Landis Communities

Landis Homes Communities
Preparing for the Aging Process
Landis Communities was formed to creatively serve the diverse needs and interests of older adults by developing opportunities and collaborative relationships through an increasing range of Comforting Live-at-Home Services and Feel-at-Home Communities. To learn more about how Landis Communities reaches more than 1,500 residents and clients, you can view a short video here.
 
LANDIS HOMES
Legal Issues in Dementia Care 
There will be a meeting for caregivers of persons with memory loss and other forms of dementia Tuesday, May 31. The resource speaker for the evening will be Marci Miller, who is an attorney with Gibbel, Kraybill and Hess LLP, Lancaster.  Her presentation is titled "Legal Issues in Dementia Care," and will be followed by a time for questions and refreshments. The meeting, which is open to the public, will start at 7:00 p.m. in the Warwick Room of The Heritage, the memory support center at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz. The group is operating in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association Greater Pennsylvania Chapter. The public is invited. For more information call Landis Homes (717) 581-3939.

Annual golf Tournament
Golfers of all levels are invited to the 25th annual golf tournament raising money for the Adult Day Services (ADS) at Landis Homes. Since 1991, friends and colleagues of Landis Homes have provided scholarships for eligible ADS clients who are not able to afford the full cost of these quality services. The event will be held Friday June 3, at Foxchase Golf Club. For more information click here or call 717-509-5490.
LMC Fraternal Ministries Events & Information
Garden Spot Village
Gap Male Chorus
May 22, 7 p.m., Chapel
Well-known men's choral group featuring talented singers from Lancaster County will perform a concert of classics, sacred and pop tunes.

For information, call 717-355-6000.

Calendar of upcoming events: GSV Events Calendar
Black Rock Retreat
Benefit Auction
Black Rock Retreat will be hosting its 56th Annual Benefit Auction on Saturday, May 21st beginning at 9 a.m. located at the Solanco Fairgrounds, Hoffman Building in Quarryville, Pa. 
The day will include auction items such as Camper Sponsorship Cookies, Unique Shrubbery, Gravely Zero Turn Mower, Fireside Land and Sea Meal for Eight, Golf Packages, Amusement Park Rides, Gift Certificates and much more!
There will be food available for sale throughout the day including Chicken BBQ and fresh strawberry pie.
Auction proceeds benefit the ministries of Black Rock Retreat which includes our Camper Sponsorship Fund.
Click here for more information.
Camp Hebron
Complimentary Pastor Retreats
Pastors, need to get away? Come to Camp Hebron for a complimentary Pastoral Retreat. Visit www.camphebron.org/pastorretreats for details 
Call 717-896-3441 or email info@camphebron.org for more information.
KAIROS
Sabbath Space For Clergy, Chaplains and Other Leaders
KAIROS: School of Spiritual Formation is offering monthly weekday retreats in a contemplative context for pastors and ministry leaders to grow spiritually and to enhance their ministries in the practice of spiritual formation. Sabbath Space retreat days, offered September through May, provide rest and reflection away from the work of ministry, encourage personal spiritual growth, and increase awareness and understanding of the art and ministry of spiritual guidance in the church or ministry setting.

Through the study of literature, the experience of group spiritual direction, theological reflection, and presentation of case studies out of the settings in which they provide leadership, participants will enhance their own spiritual journey, as well as more effectively care for the soul of their congregation or ministry community.
  
Continuing Education Units available for this retreat.
For additional information on the days and time, prospectus, application and fees, please visit www.kairosjourney.org/sabbath-space/

Please click this voucher link for a free day retreat at KAIROS.

No Longer Alone Ministries
Mental Well-Being Expo
No Longer Alone would like to spread the word about the upcoming Mental Well-Being Expo this Saturday, May 21 from 9:00 am to Noon. The Let's Talk, Lancaster Expo is an event for community members to showcase the services, providers, and resources that are available in our community to promote mental well-being and will include over 20 exhibitors and breakout sessions on a variety of topics.  The event is free, but registration is encouraged. 
Family Support Group
Meets at: Rossmere Menn. Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster Pa.
Time: 3:00-4:00 Educational Program, 4:10-5:00 Share and Care Groups
For more info, please call: 717-390-4891
Dates/Topics:
        May 22: How to Access Mental Health Services, Presented                           by Rebecca Sangrey, MSW,LSW, Lanc Co BH-DS
Churchwide and Other Events & Information
16th Re-Wed Reunion 
Saturday, June 25, 2016, 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Landis Homes West Community Room
This reunion is designed for persons who have lost a spouse through death and then remarried. Hear stories of how remarriage has been life changing. There will be a noon meal, games, singing & fellowship. 
For more information, contact Glenn & Ginny Hoover at 717-859-2347 by June 13, 2016.
Alleghany Mennonite Historical Association 
Sunday, July 17, 6:30 p.m.
Phil Gehman from Greer, SC will speak on the subject: "A Tale of Two Traditions: A Presbyterian's Search for His Mennonite Heritage" at an outdoor meeting at the 1855 Allegheny Mennonite Meetinghouse, 39 Horning Road, Mohnton. There will be special music by the Stumptown Men's Quartet. Please bring a lawn chair.  For more information, e-mail jgsen@windstream.net or call 717-278-8459.
ARMS (Association of Retired Ministers and Spouses)
Annual Fall Retreat
October 25-26, 2016 at Black Rock Retreat Center
For LMC Leaders w/Retired Credential or Active Credential 65+ & Spouses. 
"Winds of the Spirit in Mission" is the Retreat Theme.
The main speakers are John Ruth and Nelson Okanya, and will feature singing by Black Rock Retreat's "Maintaining Praise" and picturesque travel scenes by Jay & Lois Garber.
 
Ruth will explore the influences that provided the impetus for early Lancaster Area Mennonites to become engaged in mission outreach to their neighbors. He'll also review the "Winds of the Spirit" that moved our congregations to embrace a high priority on sending many missionaries internationally with a strong commitment of prayer and financial support. Okanya will share the current "Winds of the Spirit" in mission happenings around the world and stateside. He will also offer new vision for the future of international missions with a primary focus on visionary missional engagements in local communities.
 
The cost remains $66 per person; includes four meals, one night's lodging, and use of the camp.

If you have questions, please contact Leonard Groff at lengroff@gmail.com or 717-355-0454
Church World Service Lancaster  
Are you a pastor, small group leader, or devoted congregant who likes to stay up-to-date on local refugee needs? Please join our new Church Newsletter where Christine Baer, Congregational Resource Developer, will keep you informed of local stories, highlights, and volunteer/donation needs.

Click this link to subscribe to the CWS Lancaster newsletter:
https://confirmsubscription.com/h/j/513D5A180330BF33
or e-mail Christine at cbaer@cwsglobal.org to subscribe.
 
EVANA Network
ReGen 2016 Anabaptist Youth & Adult Convention
July 5 until July 9, Taylor University, Upland, IN
Join us at ReGen 2016 for the first North American Anabaptist Youth, Adult & Family Convention! We are gathering together across many denominations to celebrate Jesus Christ and the mission He has given us. This is a time of calling and commitment for all ages and a celebration of new life and transformation. Mark your calendars and bring your youth groups.  This event includes all ages. Middle school and high school groups should have a youth:adult ratio of at least 10:1. Children's programming will be provided in the daytime sessions.
Sign up as a special guest at evananetwork.org/ReGen2016 using the registration code regeneration and your rate will be only $250 for a four day convention that includes food, lodging and registration.

Convención anabaptista de jóvenes y adultos
5 de julio hasta el 9 de julio, Taylor University, Upland, IN
¡Acompáñennos en ReGen 2016, a la primer Convención anabaptista norteamericana de jóvenes y adultos!.Estamos reuniéndonos todos juntos, a través de muchas denominaciones para celebrar a Jesucristo y la misión que Él nos ha entregado. Este es un momento de llamado y compromiso para todas las edades.Una celebración de nueva vida y transformación. Márquenlo en sus calendarios y traigan a sus grupos de jóvenes.
Regístrate como invitado especial en esta pagina evananetwork.org/ReGen2016 usando el código de registro regeneration y su total será sólo $250 por una convención de cuatro días que incluye alimentación, alojamiento y registro.
Evangelical Seminary
31st Annual Golf Tournament
Meet guest golfer and WGAL Chief Meteorologist Joe Calhoun
Thursday, May 19, Fairview Golf Course, Lebanon, Pa
Evangelical Seminary is committed to teaching and training leaders for effective ministry in business, marriage & family therapy, missions, education, and the church. Proceeds from this tournament will go to our Annual Fund for Transformational Leadership and enable us to fulfill this commitment. The tournament is limited to 36 foursomes and in past years we have turned golfers away. Registration closes on May 12th or at 144 golfers, whichever occurs first so be sure to sign up early!
On the day of the event, registration starts at 6:45 a.m. & shotgun start is at 7:15 a.m.
Click here to register!
Faithful Witness in a Time of Endless War
All are invited to participate in the June 24-25 "Faithful Witness in a Time of Endless War" conference at the Christopher Dock Mennonite High School featuring Shane Claiborne, Medea Benjamin, Ray McGovern and others that will conclude with a nonviolent public witness at the U.S. military's new drone warfare command center in Horsham, Pennsylvania. This conference is sponsored in part by Mennonite Central Committee East Coast and Plains Mennonite Church.  For more information contact the Peace Action Education Fund at avega@peacecoalition.org or 609-924-5022. Click here to print a registration form for mailing. To print and post a PDF of the conference flyer click here. Young people are encouraged to participate free of charge.
Heart 4 Muslim Conference 
Save the Date
Saturday, October 8, 8 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Calvary Baptist Church
123 West 57th St, Manhattan, NY
Click here for more information.
Mennonite Healthcare Fellowship
 
Annual Gathering
Attention Healthcare Workers! Registration is now open for Mennonite Healthcare Fellowship's Annual Gathering, June 17-19, 2016 in Estes Park, CO. Plan now for this weekend of workshops, worship, networking, and sharing together with other healthcare professionals. Visit www.mennohealth.org/annual-gathering-2016
Click here to see flyer.
Mount Clare Christian School
Winter/Spring Give-A-Thon for Mt. Clare Christian School
Did you know that there is an evangelistic Christian School in the Anabaptist tradition in inner-city Baltimore? Mt. Clare Christian School (MCCS) is a ministry of Wilkens Avenue Mennonite Church, located in an under-resourced urban community of Southwest Baltimore City.  Our school is funded largely by donations from churches and individuals. The portion of tuition that school families pay is $25 per month per child, allowing us to reach the children in our target community.  Our mission is to provide a quality, Christian education for children in the Mt. Clare Community.  Over 70% of our students are from Non-Christian backgrounds.  Would you join us in helping with our Mount Clare Christian School Winter/Spring Give-A-Thon?  We are currently seeking 50 new monthly partners in the amounts of $50, $75, and $100 per month to help us strengthen our funding base and allow us to impact more students in this community.  To sign up as a monthly partner in our Winter/Spring Give-A-Thon or for more information visit mountclarechristian.org/donate
PA Friends of Meserete College in Ethiopia
Blossom Hill String Band
The Pennsylvania Friends of Meserete College in Ethiopia has scheduled a concert by the Blossom Hill String Band on Sunday, May 22, 7 pm at Blossom Hill Mennonite Church. There will be a free will offering taken for the college scholarship fund.
Reasons To Believe 
The Reasons To Believe chapter of Lancaster, PA invites everyone to join them at Stumptown Mennonite Church the third Thursday of every month for documentary films, lectures, and lively discussions about how the latest scientific discoveries are intersecting with Biblical truths. Meetings run 7-9 PM. For more information, call Will Charles: 717-330-0901.
Women's Regional Assembly
Saturday, November 12, 8 a.m. - 12 noon 
Stumptown Mennonite Church
2813 Stumptown Rd, Bird-in-Hand, Pa.
The New kind of event... 21 different workshops led by 21 young Anabaptists including a few grandmothers. Leaders within 21 different regional churches and hoping they each bring 5-10-20 friends/neighbors. Time for Christian inspiration... many opportunities for new friendships and helpful resources! Contact #s for details of the event, including the 21 workshop titles, names of 21 leaders, and schedule: 717-656-7878office@stumptownmc.orghttp://stumptownmc.org/get-connected/wra/
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