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From: Valley-Mountain PA-East District <brianmartin@weaverland.org>
Date: Fri, Jan 10, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Subject: Valley-Mountain PA-East District update
To: Phil <PhilandKelly@gmail.com>

Dear District Leaders, Please take a moment and read these time sensitive updates regarding our district. 

View this email in your browser LATE NOTICE INVITATION TO THE LADIES OF OUR DISTRICT   Ladies, join friends, or soon-to-be friends from Weaverland on January 24-26, 2025, for a soul-refreshing getaway at the Eden Resort in Lancaster, PA. With guest speaker Veronica Jimenez, we'll explore the theme Renew Your Mind (Romans 12:2) as we rest in God's presence, renew our spirits, and enjoy meaningful fellowship with other women.   Your registration includes a 2-night stay (see options in the link below), two breakfasts, and a Saturday evening buffet dinner. This is a beautiful opportunity to step away from the busyness of life and focus on renewal and connection.   Rooms are still available, so don't wait to reserve your spot! Pricing is per person, with several registration options available.   📅 Event Dates: January 24-26, 2025 📍 Location: Eden Resort, Lancaster, PA 💻 Register Here: https://registrations.planningcenteronline.com/signups/2631215  Event Times: 6:00 PM Friday, till 11 AM Sunday Room Options (Prices Per Person) Standard Queen (2 Queen beds, sleeps up to 4) $216 for 4 people $240 for 3 $289 for 2 Queen Suite (3 Queen beds, sleeps up to 6) $233 for 6 people $251 for 5 $278 for 4 $322 for 3 If you have any questions, feel free to contact Rachel Horst at (717) 203-8181. We'd love to have you join us for this special time of renewal and fellowship! 500th Anniversary of the Anabaptist Movement  You are invited to experience the 500th anniversary of the Anabaptist movement through six primary areas of focus: remembrance, reverence, reflection, repentance, re-baptism, and re-mission. The passionate movement was sparked on January 21, 1525 during the Reformation by the re-baptism of three young leaders. Their devotion to following Jesus and empowerment by the Holy Spirit fueled a deep awakening to a treasure in Christ persecution could not take away. This 500-year mark of the believer's baptism is a strategic time in church history to look beyond the past. Come join us as we consider "The More" that God desires to release in and through the Anabaptist family.......Amish, Mennonites, Brethren in Christ, Hutterites, Independents, etc! What does it mean for us to be found faithful in serving the Lord in this generation? We trust in the faithfulness of God to continue to reveal His heart and His plans; and would be honored if you chose to join us in this pursuit!  For more info, go to: https://www.allianceus.org/the-invitation Schedule The Invitation is a 3 day prayer and fasting gathering. Sessions held with input by various Anabaptist groups. Daily Worship & Prayer: 10 AM Daily Sessions: 1-5 PM, 7-9 PM    Jan 20, 2025: 10am–9pm    Jan 21, 2025:10am–9pm    Jan 22, 2025: 10am–9pm Hosted at Petra Church 565 Airport Rd New Holland, PA 17557  OUR ANNUAL DISTRICT DINNER IS ONLY THREE WEEKS AWAY! Annual District Leadership Dinner Thursday, January 30, 2025, 6:00 PM at Gehman Mennonite Church  127 Witmer Rd, Reinholds, PA 17569   The evening agenda includes a fantastic meal, followed by district sharing of Spirit-led movement which includes: Peniel, Lead Pastor Reggie Hill: Following several challenging years and much prayer and fasting, the Holy Spirit is moving at Peniel. Ark Bible Chapel, David Glick: Reaching the youth of Woodchoppertown with the Gospel.  Green Terrace, Lead Pastor Ben Martin: The story of God's unique leadership journey.  2025 Global Leadership Summit, Pastor Dale Zimmerman: What is GLS? What value? Why? A district GLS host site with invitation to all leaders, district churches, and aspiring future leaders.   Introduction to our NEW Bishop Josh Rivera.  Bishop Team update.  All district leaders and spouses are invited and encouraged to attend. Come and enjoy food, fellowship with other district leaders, and engage with key district updates.  To best prepare for the evening, registration is strongly encouraged. Simply click on the registration tab below.     District Dinner Registration Click Here Upcoming Winter Continuing Education Opportunities  INTERFACE SEMINAR AT ZION MENNONITE LED BY JOE GARBER OF EMM S'More offers "something more" for persons who desire to go beyond hot headlines, slogans, and hashtags. These timely and relevant classes address vital topics with a commitment to the faithfulness of the Scriptures and the restoring work of Jesus.  Classes are taught by experienced instructors who are experts in their field. There is no cost, but seating is limited. Participants choose one class of interest. When a class reaches capacity, a waiting list option will be provided. Register today. Choose from one of three electives: From Strength to Strength: Finding Meaning, Mission, and Purpose through the Stages of Life. taught by Garden Spot Village, COO Steve Muller. Dementia Care: Understanding and Caring for a Loved one experiencing Dementia and other brain-related diseases taught by Janie Martin, LPN/Dementia Educator and Consultant with ForgeWorks.  Men's Mentorship: Developing the Core 5 (faith, family, friends, finances, and fitness) taught by Tony Galati, Men of Iron regional rep for Lancaster. (For men only)  Classes will meet Tuesdays evenings February 4 through March 11 (6 weeks) from 6:45 to 8:15 pm at Weaverland. All classes qualify toward Continuing Education.  Register for Smores-Click Here Just for fun...  Danny had recently passed his driving test and decided to ask his father, who happened to be a Mennonite pastor, if there was any chance of him getting a car for Christmas, which was yet some months away. "Okay." said his father, "I tell you what I'll do. If you can get your 'C' level grades up to 'A's and 'B's, study your Bible and get your hair cut, I'll consider the matter very seriously." A month later Danny went back to his father who said "I'm really impressed by your commitment to your studies. Your grades are excellent and the work you have put into your bible study is very encouraging. However, I have to say I'm very disappointed that you haven't had your hair cut yet." Danny was smart and never lost for an answer. "Look dad. In the course of my Bible study I've noticed in the illustrations that Moses, John the Baptist, Samson and even Jesus had long hair." "Yes. I'm well aware of that…" replied his father "… but did you also notice they walked wherever they went?" Upcoming Events Thursday, January 30: District Leadership Dinner, 6:00 PM, hosted at Gehman Mennonite Church.  Thursday, August 7 - Friday, August 8: Global Leadership Summit, hosted at Weaverland,10:00-4:30. More details to come!     Sunday, August 17, Summer District Leadership Picnic, 4:00-9:00 PM at the Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead at 1700 Tulpehocken Rd, Wyomissing, PA. Friday September 26 - Saturday September 27, LMC FALL Leadership Assembly. Willow Street Mennonite Church  Valley-Mountain PA-East District Bishop Eric Marshall: Ark Bible Chapel, Bowmansville, Gehman, Green Terrace, Red Run, Oley Valley, Weaverland, Zion.  Bishop Brian Martin: Alive, Blainsport, Conestoga, Goodville, Hammer Creek, Ministerois Peniel Internacional.    Bishop Jim Weick: Bender's, East Gate, Hampden, Hope Community, Iglesia Cristiana Casa Del Rey, Maranatha, Nanticoke, Way Life.

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