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Thursday, February 26, 2026

Fwd: Come Celebrate Our New Ephrata Center!

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From: Lisa Hosler, Align Life Ministries <info@alignlifeministries.org>
Date: Thu, Feb 26, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Subject: Come Celebrate Our New Ephrata Center!
To: <gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com>

Greetings!

We joyfully invite you to join us for the grand opening of our new Align Pregnancy Services Ephrata location on March 27!

Renovations are complete, and we are thrilled to be serving the greater Ephrata community with free Christ-centered, life-affirming services — now including free on-site ultrasounds for abortion-vulnerable clients.

Please come and celebrate God's goodness with us! Gather with others in the community for a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark this great milestone.

Tour the center to see where God is transforming lives. Hear inspiring stories, meet our dedicated Align team, and enjoy light refreshments while learning more about our mission and the hope we bring to families in our community.

When: Friday, March 27
Ribbon Cutting & Tours: 10:00 a.m.
Open House & Tours: Drop in between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Location: 115 East Main St.; Ephrata 17522

RSVP HERE

RSVPs are appreciated but not required.

For more information, please contact Shonna Shope at SShope@AlignLifeMinistries.org or call 717.274.5128 x 301.

We hope to see you there!

In the powerful, life-saving name of Jesus,

Lisa Hosler

President

Align Life Ministries | 131 South 8th Street | Lebanon, PA 17042 US

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Monday, February 23, 2026

Fwd: Mennonite Life News & Events

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From: Mennonite Life <storyteller@mennonitelife.ccsend.com>
Date: Mon, Feb 23, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Subject: Mennonite Life News & Events
To: <info@gehmanmennonitechurch.org>

News & Events

February 23, 2026

EVENTS	RESEARCH	VISIT	MEMBERSHIP	DONATE

Author Talk: Inside Mennonite Life and Thought with Karl Landis

Join Mennonite Life for an evening with Karl Landis, author of Inside Mennonite Life and Thought: Anabaptist Core Beliefs on Thursday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. At the author talk, Karl will offer insight into the book, followed by an opportunity for questions and answers, and a chance to purchase the book and have it signed. This event is ideal for readers with no background knowledge of Anabaptism and longtime practitioners alike. The author talk is complimentary but requires registration. This event will also be livestreamed at Facebook.com/MennoniteLife at 6:30 p.m. ET. Find registration and more details at mennonitelife.org/events.

Pennsylvania Dutch Conversation Series

Kannst du Deitsch schwetze? Join others eager to learn and speak Pennsylvania Dutch together! All levels of experience are welcome—from beginner to fluent speaker. Lessons will focus on casual conversation, with plenty of time for practice. The series will take place on the following dates: March 3, March 17, April 7, April 21, May 5, and May 19. All classes meet from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in the Mennonite Life Community Room. Please plan to attend all sessions, and register for the series by calling 717.393.9745 or emailing Ruth Martin at customercare@mennonitelife.org.

Each session has a $5 suggested donation.

Rare & Used Book Auction

Mennonite Life curates rare and historic books and offers them for sale at three annual auctions. The next auction will take place Friday, March 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Mennonite Life Community Room. See the auction catalog at mennonitelife.org/events.

Saturday Open Libraries

The Mennonite Life Library will be open two upcoming Saturdays: March 21, and April 18, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Mennonite Life Museum and museum store will be open as well. All are welcome to visit the library. Use of the library's research materials is complimentary for Mennonite Life members, and $7 per day for non-members. Mennonite Life staff and volunteers will be on hand to assist researchers. Visitors are encouraged to pre-register at mennonitelife.org/events and mention specific research topics in mind.

Intern with Mennonite Life!

Looking for a summer opportunity? Mennonite Life offers a paid summer internship in two areas: the archives and the museum. Our interns work alongside staff members to gain insight into the daily operation of our museum and archive, and receive career counselling and coaching.

See more details and application information here: mennonitelife.org/about/employment/

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Contact:

Abby Hershberger

Storyteller: Digital & Communications

storyteller@mennonitelife.org

717 393 9745

Mennonite Life | 2215 Millstream Road | Lancaster, PA 17602 US

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Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Fwd: A positive test. A life-changing choice.

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From: Lisa Hosler, Align Life Ministries <info@alignlifeministries.org>
Date: Wed, Feb 18, 2026 at 10:16 AM
Subject: A positive test. A life-changing choice.
To: <gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com>

Greetings!

When Jenna arrived for her pregnancy test and ultrasound, it was clear she was carrying far more than uncertainty about a pregnancy.

She was carrying the weight of an incredibly hard year.

Jenna had lost her home, her job, and nearly everything she owned.

Already a single mom, she feared she might be pregnant after a traumatic night she could barely remember.

She was scared, overwhelmed, and unsure where to turn, but she knew deep down that abortion was not the answer.

When her test came back positive, our team didn't rush her or turn her away. We sat with her, held her hand, and prayed. We asked God for wisdom, provision, and peace for Jenna's heart.

The very next day, Jenna returned with a decision she never thought she could make. She chose life. Today, she's connected with housing and counseling resources and is taking prenatal classes.

We're so grateful for your support that allows Jenna and more women like her to encounter Jesus and receive free, life-giving services through Align. To contribute to sharing God's love and peace with women like Jenna, visit alignlifeministries.org/give.

In the powerful, life-saving name of Jesus,

Lisa Hosler

President

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Align Life Ministries | 131 South 8th Street | Lebanon, PA 17042 US

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Fwd: On the Level Announcement for MDS February 2026

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From: Mennonite Disaster Service <ecommunications@mds.org>
Date: Wed, Feb 18, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Subject: On the Level Announcement for MDS February 2026
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February 18, 2026

Our February edition of On the Level is also now available. Below you will find a short announcement which you can use in church bulletins, announcements, social media and more. Please share this information with your congregation wherever appropriate.

Thank you in advance for helping us share this information. Thank you, too, for your ongoing support and involvement with MDS.

On the Level announcement:

Our February edition of On the Level is now available. In this edition, Executive Director Kevin King reflects on the early days of MDS, find out where to listen to MDS podcasts and Johann Zimmerman shares reflections and observations while surveying for a bridge project. We also share information on how you can join the Annual Celebration online February 27 and 28.

Click on this link to read more: https://conta.cc/40eP7yL