Fwd: Mennonite Life News & Events

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From: Mennonite Life <storyteller@mennonitelife.ccsend.com>
Date: Mon, Mar 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Subject: Mennonite Life News & Events
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News & Events March 9, 2026 EVENTS RESEARCH VISIT MEMBERSHIP DONATE 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. Genealogy for Tomorrow: How Looking Back Helps Us to Look Forward Mennonite Life Visitors Center Associate and former pastor Verle Brubaker will lead a family systems and genealogy workshop Tuesday, March 24, 6:00–8:00 p.m., in the Mennonite Life Community Room. This workshop will provide researchers and others interested in genealogy with a valuable approach to meaningful genealogical research by exploring the questions: What is the motivation of genealogists? Why look to the past? What generational patterns repeat in my own story? Verle will introduce the eight concepts of Bowen family systems, a theory analyzing family connections and their emotional significance. Participants will then create their own family diagram. This workshop costs $20 per participant. Pre-registration is required and capacity is limited. Find more information and register 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. We're hiring a Storyteller! Mennonite Life is hiring a full-time Storyteller (Digital and Communications person) to compile and tell the stories of Mennonite Life across multiple communication channels: through advertising and social media, at community events, and more. We are seeking an experienced and energetic communications person who can easily design and generate new branded content and represent the organization well at community events. A candidate must have experience with various forms of technology and social media. The person must be able to work collaboratively to ensure consistent branding across three sites and communicate that message to diverse audiences. The successful candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be a self-starter who can tell other people's stories well, be able to seamlessly meet deadlines, and take the lead on presenting a consistent media presence. View the full job description here. Interested persons should send a resume, one-page cover letter, and a writing sample not to exceed 2 pages to Christa Mylin at director@mennonitelife.org. Persons advancing in the hiring process will be asked to provide 3 references and portfolio samples.  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 at 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: Abby Hershberger Storyteller: Digital & Communications 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: Volunteers Still Needed! Please share with your congregation: 11th Lancaster Co. Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Event

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From: Lora Mangus Wenger <lmw4fmsc@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, Mar 1, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Subject: Volunteers Still Needed! Please share with your congregation: 11th Lancaster Co. Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Event
To: Lora Mangus Wenger <lmw4fmsc@gmail.com>

I am inviting your congregation to join together with other Christians to fight food insecurity – both globally and locally. We can do SO MUCH MORE UNITED than we can as individual congregations!

   

Please encourage your congregation to volunteer for this community event. We need volunteers between the ages of 5-205 to sign up for 2 hour packing shifts! Following are the details of the event. Feel free to contact me with further questions! Attached are also posters of the event. Please share as you feel led.

Hoping to have you join us on packing day!   Lora Mangus Wenger, Lanc. Co. FMSC MP Chairperson    lmw4fmsc@gmail.com

Every prayer, person and penny count in the effort to alleviate world hunger!

Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) is a Christian organization founded in 1987. Through MobilePack events, FMSC is able to partner with local community organizations to send healthy, safe meals to malnourished children around the world.  Thanks to volunteers packing and covering the expense of the meals, each meal costs only 29 cents to produce.  Since 1987, FMSC has distributed more than 4 billion meals to more than 100 countries.

The 11th Lancaster County Feed My Starving Children MobilePack will take place Friday-Sunday, March 20-22, 2026 at Willow Street Mennonite Church, Willow Street, PA. 2,000 volunteers will pack 500,000 meals to help alleviate world hunger!  To date, our meals have gone to Somalia, Haiti, Belize, Dominican Republic, Malawi, Uganda, Jamaica, Poland, Guyana, Moldova and Peru. Working together over the last 10 events, more than 12,000 volunteers from our community have come together to send more than 2.7 million meals to those most in need around the world!  

If you are ages 5-205, WE NEED YOU!!!!!

How does it work? 2,000 volunteers work during 2 hour shifts to pack 500,000 meals in 3 days.  The volunteers come from churches, schools, businesses, friends, relatives, co-workers and anyone else who would like to participate.  It is an awesome opportunity for families and friends to volunteer and spend time together for a great cause!

Can anyone do it? For safety and efficiency, required student-to-adult ratios are put in place:

K-2nd grade     1 student to 1 adult

3rd-6th grade    3 students  to 1 adult

7th-9th grade     4 students to 1 adult

10th-12th grade  5 students  to 1 adult

Sit down jobs are available as needed.

 

Does it cost to participate? Every individual who signs up for a packing shift is encouraged to make a personal goal of contributing a minimum of $63.  At the price of 29 cents a meal, this covers the cost of 1 box of packed meals (216 meals) which is the average amount a single volunteer packs in a 2 hour period.  Whether a person can contribute 29 cents or $290, we welcome you to participate in the MobilePack event.

Donations may be submitted on-line for our event at:

https://give.fmsc.org/campaign/2603-022mi-willow-street-pa-lancaster-county/c679291

or mailed to:

Feed My Starving Children

ATTN: MobilePack #2603-022MI

1000 Kreider Drive, Suite 200

Middletown, PA  17057

Make checks payable to FMSC. Write "MobilePack #2603-022MI" in the memo line.

 

Where do I sign up? On-line sign up for the public is now at the following link or QR Code:

https://give.fmsc.org/campaign/2603-022mi-willow-street-pa-lancaster-county/c679291

Public packing times will be as follows:

Friday, March 20, 2026 9:30-11:30 AM, 1:30-3:30 PM, 4:00-6:00 PM

Saturday, March 21, 2026 9:00 AM-11:00 AM,12:00 PM-2:00 PM, 2:30-4:30 PM, 5:00-7:00 PM

Sunday, March 22, 2026 1:30-3:30 PM, 4:30-6:30 PM

Some shift times are more popular than others and fill quickly.  

Again this year! Food Collection for the Lancaster County Food Hub:  Food Insecurity is a local challenge as well. Therefore, in addition to financial donations to cover the cost of the FMSC meals, we are inviting everyone to bring along a non-perishable food item that will be donated to the Lanc. Co. Food Hub that is located in Lancaster city.  Items requested include:

Peanut butter (1 lb. containers)              Canned meats- chicken or tuna                  

Rice (1 lb. bags- white or brown)           Canned fruit (in juice/light syrup)                                                

Pasta (whole wheat preferred)                Meal helpers (Hamburger Helper, rice sides, etc.)

Breakfast cereal (low sugar)                  Soup (low sodium)

 

Anyone from Lancaster County may receive food from this location.

Following are videos that you may find helpful to learn more about FMSC. Feel free to share it and spread the word!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ech5XOryipM&t=10s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3AWRxXbrvA

Fwd: Spring Fun, Summer Plans & Your impact Phil & Kelly Horning

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From: Woodcrest Retreat <will-woodcrestretreat.org@shared1.ccsend.com>
Date: Wed, Mar 4, 2026 at 11:25 AM
Subject: Spring Fun, Summer Plans & Your impact Phil & Kelly Horning
To: <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Spring is Almost HERE!

A Word From Executive Director Bill Klees March is always an exciting time at Woodcrest. With warmer weather, we are able to get outdoors and begin the process of preparing the grounds for the busy summer season that is just around the corner. This year is particularly exciting as we make the new cabins that arrived in February ready for camp use. March is also when events start happening, School of Wonder classes resume, season pool applications are available, and staff are busy getting summer camp plans finalized. We invite you to check out all the things that are happening in the months ahead. Furthermore, now is a good time to make your summer reservations for the campground or pavilions. However you do it, summer is the perfect time to experience the wonder of God at Woodcrest Retreat. School Of Wonder Stewarding God's Creation Our Spring semester starts this month! We believe the natural world is God's classroom, and we invite your students to study the work of the Creator firsthand. Discover Design: From Rocketry to Dissection, students explore the intricate order of the world God made. Grow in Wisdom: Beyond academics, we foster a community where students learn to see God's hand in all things. Final Call: Classes begin the week of March 16th. Secure your student's spot today! Spring Schedule Click To Register Summer Camp 2026 Learn More/Reg. A Summer of Spiritual Growth In a world full of distractions, camp offers a sacred space for children to "unplug" and experience the Wonder of God. As we look toward Summer 2026, our prayer is that every camper leaves with a deeper faith and a clearer vision of who God calls them to be. The Woodcrest Experience: Day Camps: Building a foundation of faith through outdoor fun and fellowship (Ages 6-14). Overnight Camps: Stepping away from the ordinary into the extraordinary. (Ages 7-15) Outbound Trips: Pushing boundaries and building character through Christ-centered adventures. (Ages 12-16) Join the Mission: Become a Prayer Partner "The Prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." James 5:16 The heartbeat of our ministry is our Summer Staff, who serve on the front lines to share Christ's love with every camper. We are looking for dedicated Prayer Partners to provide spiritual covering for these young leaders throughout the season. If you feel called to lift up our staff in prayer, please learn more or sign up below: Sign-up Learn More Just Around The Corner Spring Senior Citizens Day Our Senior Days are a special time to step away from the business of life and enjoy the peace of God's creation alongside friends old and new. Join us for a morning of spiritual refreshment, a delicious meal, and an encouraging program. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 26th Time: 8:30am-1pm Featuring: Miles Yoder (Hinkeltwon Mennonite Schools Head of School) Hinkeltown Mennonites 1st Grade students singing. Cost: Free (offering to take place at the end) More Info/Reg. Prefer to call? Register by dialing 717-738-2233 Spring Banquet Reserve Your Seat Become a Sponsor Holy Insignificance Join us for an evening of fellowship and gratitude as we celebrate God's faithfulness at Woodcrest. This year, we explore how the "little things" surrendered to God can lead to extraordinary results. When: April 14th | Indian Rock Center The Mission: Get a firsthand update on our Phase 3 building project and help us close the funding gap for our 2027 cabin goals. Support: Business and table sponsorships are available to help ensure all proceeds go directly to the summer camp ministry.  Seating is limited! Reserve your spot online or call the office at 717-738-2233 Woodcrest Ministry Conference Pastoral Refreshment Ministry leaders and workers, we invite you to step away from the daily "grind" to slow down, rest, and build fellowship with others serving in our community. Join us for a day designed to encourage your heart and sharpen your vision for Christ's Kingdom. When: Thursday, April 23rd | 8am-1pm Keynote: Les Clemens (Camp Susque Chaplain), bringing a Pastor's heart to our messages. Featuring: Breakout with Bill Klees and Mike Wenger Cost: $25/Person Event Sponsorship: Help us keep registration costs low for local pastors by sponsoring this specific event. Take a morning to be poured into so you can continue pouring into others  Reserve Your Spot More Information Sponsorship Info How Can You Make A Difference At Camp? You can make a difference at Woodcrest in many ways, both big and small. One of the most powerful ways you can help is by praying for Woodcrest. Please consider praying for: The year-round ministry team. Our Board of Directors as they plan for future development. That the Summer Camp Ministry would bear much fruit. That guests would be drawn closer to God and feel refreshed during their time at camp. The financial support needed to sustain our ministry. You can also support us by signing up here to receive emails with PowerPoint slides, flyers, and more about upcoming events that you can use to help us spread the word. This is a great way for supporting churches to add something to your Sunday morning slides. More Ways To Support Woodcrest Our Company | Contact Us | FAQs | Privacy Policy

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