Fwd: Mennonite Life News & Events

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From: Mennonite Life <director-mennonitelife.org@shared1.ccsend.com>
Date: Mon, Aug 24, 2026 at 10:07 AM
Subject: Mennonite Life News & Events
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News & Events August 24, 2026 EVENTS RESEARCH VISIT MEMBERSHIP DONATE 45th Annual Bookworm Frolic This year marks the 45th anniversary of the Bookworm Frolic! The 2026 Bookworm Frolic takes place THIS Thursday, August 27 through Saturday, August 29, 2026 at Mennonite Life (2215 Millstream Rd. Lancaster, Pa 17602) Hours are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday. Browse tens of thousands of books across popular categories such as history, biography, children’s, fiction, religious, Christian fiction, and more. See details at mennonitelife.org/events. Maize and Snitz Fall Fest Maize & Snitz Fest returns Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m.– 4 p.m. to the 1719 Museum! The festival brings Lancaster County’s early Indigenous and European cultures to life with historical demonstrations, local vendors, and tours of the Herr House and Lancaster Longhouse. At Maize & Snitz Fest, artisans showcase traditional crafts originating from Europe and the Indigenous Peoples of the Eastern Woodlands. These crafts—including apple butter making, blacksmithing, beadwork, and music—have shaped Lancaster County’s history and now tell its story. Mennonite Life is Hiring Mennonite Life is hiring a full-time Retail Manager to manage retail inventory, analyze customer behavior, manage and sort book donations and consignments, and organize retail-related events, including book auctions and the large annual used book sale. The Retail Manager works across all sites to ensure seamless profitable retail environments and marketing strategies. See the details at https://mennonitelife.org/about/employment/. View as Webpage If you would like to change your contact information or add an email to this list, please reply to storyteller@mennonitelife.org to inform us of these changes. Contact: Andrew Mashas Storyteller: Communications & Content Creation storyteller@mennonitelife.org 717 393 9745 Terms of Service Privacy Policy Unsubscribe © Mennonite Life  2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, PA 17602-1499

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Fwd: 08-23-2036 Dan & Tricia update

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From: Tricia Miller <tricia.miller@jaars.org>
Date: Sun, Aug 23, 2026 at 3:21 PM
Subject: 08-23-2036 Dan & Tricia update
To: Church Gehman Mennonite <info@gehmanmennonitechurch.org>, Gockley Darrell Loretta <gockley@windstream.net>

I came home from the hangar Thursday night quite sick.  Running 102 temp Friday.  Saturday managed an aviation event but today I’m continuing to battle something physically.

Next weekend our G’son, Isaac, comes to spend the weekend with us. The next week 9/4-6 is Isaac’s wedding.  (Rehearsal on 4th & wedding on identification 6th). So a couple full weekends.

Pray for our team in Kenya.  So thankful all is going well 

Praise item -  Kevin is home!!! (Refer to previous prayer requests.)

The helicopter should be ready to ship to PNG this next week!’   Another huge praise!

Fwd: LMC Updates: Fall Leadership Assembly Canceled

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From: LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches <information@lmcchurches.org>
Date: Wed, Aug 19, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Subject: LMC Updates: Fall Leadership Assembly Canceled
To: <gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com>

And other news and events from LMC and our resource partners.

View this email in your browser. LMC Updates To All LMC Credentialed Leaders The Executive Bishop Team has made the decision to cancel the virtual fall leadership assembly scheduled for Saturday, September 26. Given the fact that we were just together in June for a four-day Assembly, which was a rich time of fellowship and input, we felt it best to not add another event at this time. In addition, we received some feedback from other members of the bishop team advising us to cancel. LMC leadership is working at developing discipleship and leadership initiatives, some of which will be rolled out in a variety of ways in 2027. Thank you for your ongoing prayers and support of LMC. We look forward to being together for some leadership events in 2027. More information will be available at a later date.  Other LMC News Called: Dare to Listen - Dare to Follow Come explore God's direction, timing, and preparation in your personal calling on October 2-3. Leaders will walk alongside each participant to provide resources and identify next steps. During this retreat sponsored by EMM and LMC, we will come together for worship, teaching, reflection, and tools for next steps. Registration fee includes four meals and one night of lodging. Learn more and register on Eventbrite. Youth Rally at Alive Church Ephrata Alive Church Ephrata (510 Stevens Rd., Ephrata PA 17522) is hosting a youth rally on August 30th! The theme for the day is "Build Your Kingdom Here." Youth can expect tournaments and games, interactive breakouts, tasty food, worship, and a message from guest speaker Josh Lapp. For more information, check out the attached event flyer. This event is open to any and all youth! Community Hymn Sing The Pennsylvania Relief Sale is hosting a Community Hymn Sing on August 23 at Intercourse Community Park! Arrive at 5:15 p.m. for fellowship; singing will start at 6 p.m. If you have a copy of Voices Together, Heartland Hymns, or a Din Lieder songbooks, please bring it along; extra books will be available if needed. Also, bring along a lawn chair. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit Mennonite Central Committee (MCC). For more info, call 717-208-4152, ext. 819. Join the Mission of LMC Share Your Story Everyone has a story. We'd love to hear how the Lord is speaking to you, how the Spirit is at work in your congregation, or how you're experiencing life transformation. Share your story online at our website.   Share Your Story LMC is a Spirit-led movement to: • Make disciples of Jesus • Mobilize every member as a missionary • Multiply faith communities locally and beyond Donate From Our Resource Partners Come and See: West Africa | Eastern Mennonite Missions Join EMM this January 6–18, 2027, as we visit the growing Christian communities of Gambia, Senegal, and Guinea-Bissau. Participants will learn about the growth of the Anabaptist church, experience the mission context of the region, and witness how the gospel has taken root among previously unreached peoples. As this is a spiritual journey through a developing part of the world, participants should be prepared to experience conditions that are less comfortable than those to which they may be accustomed when traveling in the developed world. Trip cost, including airfare from/to Dulles, local transportation, and lodging, but excluding vaccinations, medicine, and souvenirs, is $2,500 per person. Learn more and apply to join this trip at EMM.ORG/TRIPS. Made Clear Webinar Series Everence seeks to explain financial topics in clear, easy-to-understand ways to help people gain financial confidence. Their Made Clear Webinar series is designed to help with that, covering everything from investing basics to retirement planning to teaching your kids about money. Join their free, live webinars, or watch later on your own time. Visit their website for more info. Make & Take - Silicone Beading Take part in a make-and-take event at Heart Gallery & Market (118 N. Water St. #102, Lancaster PA) to support Friendship Community. It'll be held on August 21, doors open at 5 p.m. Register by RSVPing to bykarynash@gmail.com and pre-paying on Venmo. Cost is $25 for pre-registration, or $30 for walk-ins. No Longer Alone Family Support Group The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, supported by Landis Communities, will meet the fourth Sunday of the month. The guest speakers for August will be Ken and Linda Kauffman, members of NLA FSG. Their presentation “Sharing their Journey with Mental Illness and the Mutual Benefits of NLA FSG” will be followed by a time of sharing. The public meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the Crossings Meeting Room of the Calvin G. and Janet C. High Learning and Wellness Center at Landis Communities, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA. The monthly meetings provide a place for those who have a loved one living with mental illness to learn and share their experiences. For information or to receive a monthly meeting reminder, call 717-381-3599 or email JAlbright@landis.org. Bookworm Frolic Mennonite Life is hosting its annual bookworm frolic August 27 through August 29. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the 27th and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the 28th and 29th. Browse tens of thousands of books across popular categories such as history, biography, children's books, fiction, and more. See mennonitelife.org/event/bookworm-frolic-2026 for more information. ¿Quieres recibir las Noticias de LMC en Español? ¿Quieres recibir Noticias de LMC en español? ¡Haga clic aquí para registrarse! Suscribirse Copyright © 2026 LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches, All rights reserved. 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