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Monthly Monday Night Prayer Gathering Effective immediately, the frequency of the Monday Night Prayer Gatherings has changed to monthly - the first Monday of every month. The time and location remain the same: 7:00 p.m. at the Lancaster Conference Office. All are welcome to join with others to pray for individual, congregational, conference, and denominational needs. Questions can be directed to Laura Stoner: 717-293-5246 ext. 100 or lstoner@lancasterconference.org Accepting Applications for the Global Delegate Role Lancaster Mennonite Conference invites interested individuals to apply for the role of Global Delegate, representing Lancaster Conference in its relationships within the broader Anabaptist world. Applicants should be members of a Lancaster Mennonite Conference congregation, have experience in relating to Anabaptist churches outside of North America, be a skilled communicator, and be willing to teach/preach in cross-cultural settings. This is a part-time position. By November 5, applicants should send a cover letter describing their interest in the position and a resume to Laura Stoner (lstoner@lancasterconference.org or Lancaster Mennonite Conference, 2160 Lincoln Highway E. #5, Lancaster, PA 17602). |
LMC Agency Events & Information
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CALLED Retreat Take two days away to discern your missional call. Jimm and Kaylene Derksen will lead conversations on direction, preparedness, and timing. November 7-8 at MCC's Welcoming Place in Akron, Pa. Learn more and register at emm.org/events or contact Jessica Mueller at 717-898-2251. Retiro CALLED (LLAMADO) de EMM Tómese dos días aparte para discernir su llamado a las misiones. Jimm y Kaylene Derksen conducirán conversaciones acerca de la dirección, la preparación, y el tiempo correcto. El 7 y 8 de noviembre, en el Welcoming Place de MCC en Akron, Pa. Obtenga más información y regístrese en emm.org/events o póngase en contacto con Jessica Müller en el 717-898-2251. EMM: 100 years of stories Find your name on the Wall of Names. Reconnect with YES friends. Enjoy food, music, and stories. Join us in celebrating 100 years (1914-2014) of going where the church is not . . . yet on Friday, October 17 at Lancaster Mennonite High School. Hors d'ouevres at 6 p.m., worship and stories at 7 p.m., and more food and visiting at 8:30 p.m. Learn more at emm.org/events or contact Jessica Mueller at 717-898-2251.
EMM: 100 años de historias
Encuentre su nombre en el mural de los nombres. Conéctese nuevamente con sus amigos de YES. Disfrute de comida, música e historias. Únase a nosotros en la celebración de 100 años (1914-2014) de estar yendo "donde la iglesia no está...todavía" el viernes, 17 de Octubre, en Lancaster Mennonite High School. Bocadillos a las 6 p.m., alabanzas e historias a las 7 p.m., y más comida y conversaciones a las 8:30 p.m. Obtenga más información en emm.org/events o póngase en contacto con Jessica Müller en el 717-898-2251. |
 Friendship Community's 42nd Anniversary Celebration
buffet dinner and fashion show Friday, October 24, 6:30 p.m. Shady Maple Banquets, East Earl, PA tickets are free; registration is required |
 Native American History Field Trip Join the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society and explore the pre-European cultures of Lancaster and York Counties from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday, November 1. The field trip includes stops at key sites-such as Indiantown, Shank's Mare for lunch, and the Lancaster Longhouse. To register: 717-393-9745 or http://lmhs.org/Home/Field_TripsGira de historia nativoamericana
Únete a la Sociedad Histórica Menonita de Láncaster para explorar culturas pre-europeas en los condados de Láncaster y York de 8:30 am a 5:00 pm el sábado 1ro de noviembre. La gira incluirá paradas en lugares tales como Indiantown, Shank's Mare para almuerzo, y la Casa Larga de Láncaster. Para registrarte, llama al 717-393-9745 o visita a http://lmhs.org/Home/Field_Trips
What Young Historians are Thinking Come and hear Brook Strayer, Ted Maust, and Moira E. Mackay, three young historians from the historic peace churches, present on the Brethren in Christ peace position, Mennonite leader John F. Funk, and Quaker social reformer, Anne Knight. The event will take place on October 27, 7 p.m., at Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, Pa.
Flyer: http://www.lancasterconference.org/p/Young_HIstorians.pdf
Lo que los jóvenes historiadores están pensando Ven y escucha a Brook Strayer, Ted Maust, y Moira E. Mackay, tres historiadores jóvenes de las iglesias históricas de paz, presentar sobre la posición de paz de los hermanos en Cristo, el líder menonita John F. Funk, y la reformadora social cuáquera, Anne Knight. Este evento se llevará a cabo el 27 de octubre, 7 p.m., en el Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, Pa.
History and Life of Lancaster's Immigrant Mennonites Celebrate the diversity of Lancaster Mennonites on Monday, November 10, 7 p.m. at Mellinger Mennonite Church (1916 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster, Pa.) through the history and diverse expressions of church life of the Karen immigrants from Burma and Thailand, Nepali speaking Bhutanese, and eastern African immigrants. Enjoy stories, music, and light refreshments. Flyer: http://www.lancasterconference.org/p/Immigrant_Churches.pdf Historia y vida de los inmigrantes menonitas de Láncastero Celebra la diversidad entre los menonitas de Láncaster el lunes 10 de noviembre, 7 p.m. en la Iglesia Menonita de Mellinger (1916 Lincoln Hwy. E., Lancaster, Pa.) a través de la historia y la expresión diversa en la vida congregacional de los inmigrantes Karen de Burma y Tailandia, Butaneses originales de Nepal, e inmigrantes de países del este de Africa. Goce de historias, música y comida leve. |
Lancaster Mennonite School and Hesston College to present musical documentary performance Internationally acclaimed baritone Anthony Brown will present
"I Go On Singing," an original tribute to the African American performer and civil rights activist Paul Robeson, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, in the Fine Arts Center on the Lancaster Campus of Lancaster Mennonite School, 2176 Lincoln Highway, Lancaster, PA 17602. Tickets are $15 for adults; free for high school students and younger. Reserve in advance: 717-509-4459 ext. 703. Go to igoonsinging.com for more information about the performance. Flyer: http://www.lancasterconference.org/p/IGOS-LMS.pdf
Lancaster Mennonite School is hosting a variety of activities on the Lancaster Campus as part of its Fall Festival. On Friday, Nov. 15, a chicken and pork barbecue is available from 2:30-8 p.m. and a free music event is planned for 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, features an FFA Country Breakfast, 3v3 Basketball Tournament, Iron Bridge 5K Run/Walk, and Benefit Dinner and Auction. Registration is open for the basketball tournament, 5K Run/Walk, and dinner auction. Check www.lancastermennonite.org for more information about these events.
Do you have space to host an international student this spring? Lancaster Mennonite School is expecting several new international students for second semester. We can help match you with local agencies that provide support for host parents. If you have interest in serving as a host parent, please contact Christy Horst at 717-509-4459 ext. 312 or horstcl@lancastermennonite.org. |
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Garden Spot Village ELANCO Community Service of Hope:
One Light Still Shines with Marie (Roberts) Monville November 9, 2:30 p.m. In the chapel at Garden Spot Village At this year's annual event, special guest speaker Marie (Roberts) Manville will share her story of healing and hope beyond the shadow of the shootings at the Nickel Mines Schoolhouse. Her life was shattered that day in 2006, but she knew God would not fail her. Her story is "one of sorrow and destruction, but also one of majestic deliverance, unending compassion, breathtaking forgiveness, and grace-filled redemption." More info: 717-355-6000 Calendar of upcoming events:
http://www.lancasterconference.org/p/GSVevents10-10.pdf |
Congregational Events & Information
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East Petersburg Mennonite Church event 6279 Main St., East Petersburg, PA 17520 October 22, 7:00 p.m. Marie Roberts Monville, the former wife of the Amish School Shooter Charles Roberts, will speak about the book she authored, One Light Still Shines: My Life Beyond the Shadow of the Amish Schoolhouse Shooting. Marie's book will be available to purchase and to have her sign. Refreshments will be served. Information online at www.eastpetemc.org. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/774378429272122/
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Churchwide and Other Events & Information
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Mennonite Women's Fall Fellowship Join Lancaster Conference Mennonite Women for their Fall Fellowship event on Friday, November, 7, 7:00 p.m. at Erb Mennonite Church (567 W Lexington Rd, Lititz, PA 17543) to hear
Linda Gehman Peachey share on her Bible study guide written for Mennonite Women USA. The topic will be "Seeking Justice: Five Courageous Sisters." For more information, contact Lisa Heft: 717-368-9058 or lheft76@gmail.com |
Corinthian Plan Open Enrollment The Corinthian Plan, the Mennonite Church USA sponsored health care plan for pastors and church workers, will have open enrollment November 15, 2014 through February 15, 2015. MC USA congregations currently not participating in The Corinthian Plan may join during this time by going through the application process. Congregations can choose to apply for coverage during times of the year outside of open enrollment, but have to go through underwriting. For information on enrolling, contact Denise Henke (Denise.Henke@everence.com) or Duncan Smith (duncans@mennoniteusa.org). Contact Duncan Smith, TCP Director, with any comments or questions, at the e-mail listed previously or at 316-281-4255. |
Marriage Encounter Weekend for Pastors/Spouses An interdenominational Marriage Encounter "weekend" for just pastors and their spouse will take place January 22-24, 2015 in Havre de Grace, Maryland. Starting on Thursday evening and ending Saturday evening, this is perfect for pastors who need to be with their own congregation on Sunday morning. The weekend will be hosted by Mennonite & Brethren, Presbyterian, and United Methodist faiths. Visit www.marriageencounter.org or call 717-569-5676 for more information or to apply.
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The Material Resources Center in Ephrata, Pa. needs volunteers to assist with two major sewing projects from October through December 2014. The Mennonite World Conference (MWC) planning committee has commissioned the MRC to sew 10,000 registration bags in preparation for the upcoming Mennonite World Conference Assembly to be held in Harrisburg, Pa. in July 2015. Volunteers are also needed to assemble and sew MCC scarves for the MWC Assembly and other meetings and conferences throughout the year. Interested? Contact MRC: 717-733-2847 or EastCoastMRC@mcc.org
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Stewardship University 2015 |
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Parish Resource Center Opportunities Child Protection: Learn About the Many Changes to PA's Child Protective Services Law and How It Will Affect Your Congregation October 20, 7:00 pm Parish Resource Center, 633 Community Way, Lancaster PA 17603 An Evening with Anne Lamott November 22, 7:00 pm Good Shepherd Chapel, Lancaster Bible College, Lanc., PA 17601 More details for the above events: http://www.lancasterconference.org/p/PRC_Workshop_listings.pdf To learn more about or register for these workshops and events: www.ParishResourceCenter.org or call 717-299-1113 |
Learning Opportunity for Church Librarians Church librarians from five counties will meet at the Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Rd, Downingtown, Pa. on Saturday, October 18 to hear Katherine Webb present "Why the Y Matters: Strategies and Solutions" on the Millennial age group and their attitude toward church, social media, and libraries. Daniel Kaye, author of the children's book, Never Underestimate a Hermit Crab, will be the luncheon speaker. Glenda Childs, Doylestown Bookshop manager, will suggest "Holiday Resources throughout the Year." For more information or to register, please contact Mary Grieser: buxmontchurchlibrarians@gmail.com |
Mennonite World Conference
World Fellowship Sunday Sunday, January 18, 2015
World Fellowship Sunday is an opportunity to remind our members that we belong to each other as sisters and brothers in God's household. Each local congregation belongs to a global community of faith that transcends language, nationality, and culture. We are here to support each other, to uphold those who are suffering and being persecuted, and to learn from each other. On this one Sunday each year we encourage each congregational member to become aware of our global Anabaptist family of faith, where we come together around Shared Convictions, a shared history, and shared ways of following Jesus.
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