Information for leaders and congregations UPDATES 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 (below is the link), weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, Sunday morning announcements, church website, or Facebook. Use your discretion and share what your congregation will find helpful. https://mailchi.mp/8bb33473b88c/news-from-lancaster-mennonite-conference-317743 | | LMC Office Events & Information | | Celebration of Church Life Videos Did you miss CCL this year? Visit the Video Resources page, on the LMC website, to view the Friday plenary speakers. Click here to watch Moderator, L. Keith Weaver's State of the Conference Address. | | Spring Leadership Assembly Friday, May 4, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Slate Hill Mennonite Church, 1352 Slate Hill Rd., Camp Hill, Pa. 17011
Cost is $30 per person, payable at the door via check or cash.
This initiative is co-sponsored by LMC, Barnabas Initiatives and Evangelical Theological Seminary. The theme will be Multi-ethnic Church. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from various speakers, a panel discussion and participate in table discussions. The event aims to encourage and assist multi-ethnic households and churches by finding ways to honor the image of God in persons of all colors.
Traducción será disponible. Póngase en contacto con Joselyn Santiago, jsantiago@lancasterconference.org o 717-293-5246 ext. 100, para más información.
Click here to view and share the flyer. Click the following link to register https://springla2018.eventbrite.com | | Revive Initiative: Reimagining God's Mission for the Church Saturday, July 7, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main St, East Petersburg, Pa.
Cost is $15 per person
Join us for a one-day initiative with teaching, roundtable discussion, and workshops for churches, pastors, and leaders who are pursuing revitalization through Missional church transformation and leadership development.
Traducción será disponible. Póngase en contacto con Joselyn Santiago, jsantiago@lancasterconference.org o 717-293-5246 ext. 100, para más información.
Click here to view and share the flyer. Click the following link to register at reviveinitiative.com (Registration for this event will go live soon). | | Congregational Events & Information | | East Petersburg Mennonite Church An exciting event for families and kids of all ages Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m.
The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Rd, Manheim, Pa. 17545
Music has always been important to Pastor Jeff McLain, and because of that he loves seeing kids get excited about music. Recently, his friend Brian released a kids music project, as his renowned Dave and Brian comedy act came to a close. That project was released under the moniker "Senor Fancypants." Jeff's kids not only got excited about his music, they haven't taken it out of their CD player in months.
Lisa Landis and the Kids Cookie Break will also be hanging out, hosting the festivities and having fun playing Cookie Break games and giving you chances to play and win!
Click here to listen to Señor Fancypants and RSVP on Facebook. | | Maple Grove Mennonite Church 150th Anniversary Celebration August 10-12, 2018
115 Maple Grove Rd., Belleville, Pa. 17004
Click here to view the tentative schedule for the weekend. | | LMC Agency Events & Information | |  Move in mission locally — join Friends of EMM (Eastern Mennonite Missions)! Would you like to contribute your unique voice and talents to God's mission around the world? Come to a Friends of EMM gathering to learn how! Friends of EMM gatherings will help you explore ways that you can move in mission locally through Eastern Mennonite Missions (EMM), like volunteering at EMM's offices and events or communicating vision between EMM and the broader community. These twice-a-year gatherings will feature mission inspiration and resources over a delicious brunch. Upcoming gathering: Saturday, May 19, 9–11 a.m., at EMM's meetinghouse in Salunga, Pa. Register for the May 19 gathering by May 11. Learn more and register at emm.org/friends. Mobilícese en misión localmente — ¡únase a Friends of EMM (Amigos de Eastern Mennonite Missions)! ¿Le gustaría contribuir con su singular voz y talento a la misión de Dios en el mundo? ¡Venga a una reunión de Friends of EMM para aprender cómo hacerlo! Las reuniones de Friends of EMM le ayudarán a explorar formas en las cuales puede moverse en misión localmente a través de Eastern Mennonite Missions (EMM), formas tales como el voluntariado en las oficinas y eventos de EMM o comunicando visión entre EMM y la comunidad en general. Estas reuniones se celebrarán dos veces al año y ofrecerán inspiración y recursos mientras usted disfruta de un delicioso brunch. El próximo encuentro será el sábado 19 de mayo de las 9:00 a las 11:00 a.m. en el meetinghouse de EMM en Salunga, Pa. Inscríbase para el encuentro de 19 de mayo a más tardar el 11 de mayo. Obtenga más información y regístrese en emm.org/friends. Discipleship Conference 2018 with Eastern Mennonite Missions If you're a young person with a passion for sharing Jesus, come to Discipleship Conference 2018 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown, PA! This August 24–25 gathering will help you deepen your missional calling. As we explore the conference theme, "Engage courageously," learn to surrender your fears and embrace opportunities to touch lives and make a difference for Jesus! Learn more and register by August 9 at discipleship2018.com. Conferencia de Discipulado 2018 con Eastern Mennonite missions Si usted es una persona joven con la pasión de compartir a Jesús, ¡venga a la Conferencia de Discipulado 2018 en St. Paul's United Methodist Church en Elizabethtown, PA! Esta reunión del 24 al 25 de agosto le ayudará a profundizar su llamado misional. Mientras exploramos el tema de la conferencia, "Involucrándonos con Valentía", ¡aprenda a renunciar a sus temores y a aprovechar oportunidades para tocar vidas y hacer una diferencia en Jesús! Obtenga más información y regístrese antes del 9 de agosto en discipleship2018.com. For more information, and to view other
events, visit emm.org or call 717-898-2251. | |  William Penn's Holy Experiment: Field Trip to Berks County Join the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society for a tour of the Oley Valley that explores the diverse cultural milieu created by Penn's approach on Saturday, May 19, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration costs $100 for Society members and $115 for nonmembers; registration is due by May 8. The tour includes lunch at the White Horse Inn at Historic Morlatten. Music in the Orchard Outdoor summer concerts begin at the 1719 Herr House & Museum at 6 p.m. on June 9 with a performance by Joy Ike and an opening by Alex Brubaker. Concerts continue rain or shine every other Saturday through August 4. What Young Historians are Thinking Hear from young scholars from historic peace churches share their research at 1:30 p.m. on June 2 in Hoover 110 at Elizabethtown College, 1 Alpha Dr, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Paul Holtzinger will present "Tracing the Trajectory of Racial Engagement within Mennonite Central Committee, 1985-2005," Jenae Longenecker will present "Objection Overruled? Reformulating the Mennonite Witness Regarding Law," and Kyle Stockdale will share "Anabaptists in the Military: Stories of Conscripted Men from Indiana-Michigan Conference." A reception will follow. El Experimento Santo de William Penn: Una Excursión al Condado de Berks Integrese a la Sociedad Histórica Menonita de Lancaster para una gira de Oley Valley que explora el ambiente cultural diverso creado por los métodos de Penn 8 a.m. a 4 p.m. sabado, 19 de mayo. La matrícula es $100 para miembros de la sociedad y $115 para personas quienes no son miembros; la última fecha es 8 de mayo. La gira incluye almuerzo en el White Horse Inn en Historic Morlatten. Música en la Huerta Los conciertos al aire libre empiezan en la 1719 Herr House & Museum a las 6 p.m. el 9 de junio con una presentación de Joy Ike y un telonero de Alex Brubaker. Conciertos seguirán lluvia o sol todos los sábados hasta el 4 de agosto. Lo Piensan Los Historiadores Jóvenes Escuche de los académicos jóvenes de las iglesias históricas de la paz mientras comparten sobre sus investigaciones a la 1:30 p.m. del 2 de Junion en Hoover 110 en Elizabethtown College, 1 Alpha Dr, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Paul Holtzinger hablará sobre "Siguiendo la Trayectoria de Abordar Temas Raciales del Comité Central Menonita, 1985-2005," Jenae Longenecker hablará sobre "¿Protesta No Aceptada? Reformulando la Presencia Menonita frente al Derecho," y Kyle Stockdale hablará "Anabaptistas en el Ejercito: Historias de Hombres Cumpliendo Servicio Militar Obligatorio. Habrá una recepción después. For more information, and to view other
events, visit lmhs.org or call 717-393-9745. | |  Mennonite Children's Choir of Lancaster Spring Concert Series Sunday, June 10, at 7 p.m., Mount Gretna Tabernacle, Mount Gretna
Tickets are not required; a freewill offering will be received. | | LMC Fraternal Ministries Events & Information | | | Garden Spot Village Wednesday, May 2, 7 p.m.
Music in Worship with David L. Sauder
A hymn sing with five different Lancaster County religious groups, illustrating and commenting on the distinct musical styles of the Mennonites, Church of the Brethren, Old Order Amish, Old Order Mennonites, and Brethren in Christ. Audience participation encouraged. Free and open to the public.
Wednesday, May 16, 7 p.m.
The Development of Carriage Making among the Amish and Mennonites with Isaac Reiff and Jacob King
A Lancaster County Amish and a Union County Mennonite Carriage Maker will trace the rise and fall of carriage making from the 1930s to the present, including the use of hydraulic brakes, fiberglass, lighting and other changes. Free and open to the public.
Wednesday, May 23, 7 p.m.
Plain People's Experience with Genetic Disorders and Emerging Research and Treatments
A panel of medical professionals and families connected to the Clinic for Special Children, Strasburg, will share information on genetic disorders and emerging research and treatments. Free and open to the public. | | | No Longer Alone Ministries Family Support Group Fourth Sunday of every month, 3-5 p.m.
Rossmere Mennonite Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster
FSG brings Christian support for families and friends of loved ones with mental illness. There are informative topics to enhance insight and understanding of mental illness. Meetings are normally held on the fourth Sunday of each month from 3- 5 p.m. at Rossmere Mennonite Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster. Educational program runs from 3-4 p.m.; Share and Care Groups meet from 4:10-5 p.m.
Click here for more information. Paths to Discovery Support Group The Paths to Discovery Support Group participants experience fellowship, encouragement, and mutual support for their personal journeys with mental illness. A professional staff member facilitates the meetings. Click here for more information.
There are presently 2 groups which meet at the following locations: - First and Third Thursdays of each month from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at NLAM location, 630 Janet Ave, Room B103, Lancaster.
- Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. at Arch Street Center, 629 N Market St, Lancaster.
- First and Third Thursdays of each month from 6:30-8 p.m. at Faith Friendship, 128 W. Main St, Mountville.
| | Churchwide and Other Events & Information | | Church World Services Annual Community Breakfast
Thursday, May 10, 7:30 a.m.
Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2151 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, Pa. 17601
Please join us for the first of many events in 2018 that will amplify the deep integration and success that has taken place with refugees and immigrants in Lancaster County. We are taking welcome to the next level!
Feature Guest Speaker: Marie Claire Kaberamanzi, Refugee and Girls Education Advocate with the Malala Fund will share how the year following her introduction to Malala Yousafzai in 2017, has shaped her advocacy and motivation for the years to come.
RSVP is a must, but registration is FREE! There will be a time for giving at the event. Please register here. | | | | |
