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| Leadership Assembly Friday, September 18 Yoder's Banquet and Conference Center
14 South Tower Rd New Holland, Pa 17557
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
$20/person included continental breakfast and lunch - Interaction among LMC credentialed leaders on a proposal from the Board of Bishops regarding affiliation with Mennonite Church USA.
- An overview of feedback and counsel from the regional Listening and Vision Casting meetings.
- Review model(s) for LMC congregations to maintain relationship with other groups that enhance their missional call and purpose.
Registration required by September 11: 717-293-5246 ext. 100 or |
LMC Agency Events & Information
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Eastern Mennonite Missions 
Discover an international ministry in your home town EMM and Church World Service are hosting this event that will focus on refugees that are right here in our community on Friday, September 11, from 7-9 p.m. at the EMM Meetinghouse, 53 W. Brandt Blvd., Salunga, Pa. Spend an evening learning about how to get involved with refugees by volunteering and serving through Church World Service. For more information contact Angie Breneman at 717 898-2251.
Descubra un ministerio internacional en su propia localidad EMM y Church World Services son los anfitriones de este evento, que se centrará en los refugiados que están aquí mismo en nuestra comunidad, el viernes 11 de septiembre, de 7 a 9 p.m. en el Meetinghouse de EMM, 53 W. Brandt Blvd., Salunga, Pa. Pase una tarde aprendiendo acerca de cómo involucrarse con los refugiados a través del trabajo voluntario y sirviendo a través de Church World Services. Para obtener más información comuníquese con Angie Breneman en el 717 898-2251.
Fall worker commissioning Join us on Sunday, September 13, to pray for EMM YES and GO! participants at Groffdale Mennonite Church, 168 N. Groffdale Road, Leola, Pa. The service begins at 7 p.m. For more information visit emm.org/events or contact Jacki Weaver at 717 898-2251.
Comisión de obreros del otoño Únase a nosotros el domingo 13 de septiembre, para orar por los participantes en los programas de YES y GO! de EMM en la Iglesia Menonita Groffdale, 168 N. Groffdale Road, Leola, Pa. El servicio comienza a las 7 p.m. Para obtener más información, visite emm.org/events o contacte a Jacki Weaver en el 717 898-2251. Save the date for "Just sayin'" Short-term mission trips can do long-term harm. Can they do long-term good? We are beyond asking if we should participate in short-term mission. We must keep on asking how we can participate in ways that lead to transformation. Join the conversation on Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the EMM Meetinghouse, 53 W. Brandt Blvd., Salunga, Pa., or Saturday, December 5 from 9 a.m. to noon at Marion Mennonite Church Fellowship Center, 4365 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Chambersburg, Pa. For more information, visit emm.org/events, or contact Jessica Mueller at 717 898-2251.
Aparte la fecha para el evento "Just sayin'" Los viajes de misiones a corto plazo pueden hacer daño a largo plazo. ¿Pueden tener igualmente beneficios a largo plazo? Estamos más allá de preguntarnos si debiéramos participar en misiones a corto plazo. Tenemos que seguir preguntándonos cómo podemos participar en formas que lleven a la transformación. Únase a la conversación el sábado 17 de octubre de las 9 a.m. hasta el mediodía en el Meetinghouse de EMM, 53 W. Brandt Blvd., Salunga, Pa., o el sábado 5 de diciembre de las 9 a.m. hasta el mediodía en el Fellowship Center de la Iglesia Menonita Marion, 4365 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Chambersburg, Pa. Para obtener más información, visite emm.org/events, o póngase en contacto con Jessica Müller en el 717 898-2251.
CALLED: a weekend retreat "Calling isn't just a category for those who pursue some form of recognized ministry; it's about God's desire for all of our lives as ambassadors of God's kingdom." --- Mark Labberton. Come away for a weekend retreat dedicated to the inner work necessary for discovering your call in mission ... where you live right now, or in a new location. CALLED is happening November 6-7 at the MCC Welcoming Place in Akron, Pa. Registration ends October 17. For more information, visit emm.org/called, or contact Jessica Mueller at 717 898-2251.
CALLED (LLAMADO): un fin de semana de retiro "El llamado no es sólo una categoría para quienes deseen practicar alguna forma de reconocido ministerio; se trata del deseo de Dios para todos los aspectos de nuestra vida como embajadores del reino de Dios." --- Mark Labberton. Tómese un fin de semana de retiro dedicado a la obra interior que es necesaria para descubrir su llamado a misiones... ya sea donde usted vive ahora o en una nueva localidad. CALLED se llevará a cabo el 6 noviembre en el Welcoming Place de MCC en Akron, Pa. La inscripción finaliza el 17 de octubre. Para obtener más información, visite emm.org/called, o póngase en contacto con Jessica Müller en el 717 898-2251. |
PA German Dialect Class Learn Pennsylvania German, the language now most associated with the Plain communitites but once spoken widely by descendants of German Lutheran and Reformed immigrants as well. Take a course for ten weeks. A beginner's course will be held Saturdays, from September 19 to November 21, and an intermediate course from September 17 to November 19. To register, call 717-393-9745, or visit lmhs.org.
Clase de dialecto alemán de PA Aprende el dialecto alemán de Pensilvania. Este idioma hoy está asociado con los grupos amish y menonitas de la vieja orden ("Old Order"), pero hasta recientemente, se hablaba comúnmente también entre descendientes de inmigrantes alemanes luteranos y reformados. Toma un curso por diez semanas. El curso para principiantes se llevará a cabo del 19 de septiembre hasta el 21 de noviembre, y el curso intermedio desde el 17 de septiembre hasta el 19 de noviembre. Para inscribirte llama al 717-393-9745, or visita a lmhs.org. Annual Storytelling Night Hear Connie Stauffer and Mamo Dula tell stories about their lives on at 7 p.m., Monday, September 14 at Ridgeview Mennonite Church. Learn more about the speakers at lmhs.org.
Noche Anual de Cuentos
Escucha a Connie Stauffer y Mamo Dula contar cuentos sobre sus vidas a las 7 p.m., lunes, 14 de septiembre en Ridgeview Mennonite Church. Descubre más información sobre los cuentistas en lmhs.org.
Maize and Snitz Festival Celebrate the eastern woodland Native American and local PA German cultures through artisan demonstrations, traditional food and good old-fashioned fun. Maize and Snitz Festival takes place on Saturday, October 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 1719 Hans Herr House and Museum, 1849 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street. Tickets at the site cost $10 per adult, $5 for children 7 to 12, and free for children 6 and under. Festival del Maíz y la Manzana Celebra la cultura de los nativoamericanos de los bosques orientales y la local de los alemanes de Pensilvania a través de demostraciones artesanales, comida tradicional y diversiones saludables. El Festival del Maíz y la Manzana se llevará a cabo el sábado 3 de octubre de 10 a.m. hasta las 4 p.m. en la Casa Museo de Hans Herr del 1719, 1849 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street. Los boletos el mismo día cuestan $10 por adulto, $5 por niño de 7 a 12 años, y gratuito para niños de 6 o menores de esto. Natural Dyeing Class Learn the art of using natural dyes including walnut shells, pokeberries, madder, and indigo during this class at the 1719 Hans Herr House & Museum on Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Visit hansherr.org or call (717) 464-4438 to register. Clase de teñir al natural Aprende el arte de usar tintes naturales incluyendo cáscara de nuez de nogal, "pokeberry," rubia, e índigo durante esta clase en la Casa Museo de Hans Herr del 1719 el 17 de octubre de 9 a.m. hasta las 12 p.m. Visita a hansherr.org o llama al 717-464-4438 para registrarte. Hispanic Mennonites of Lancaster, Pa. Hear stories of some of the first Puerto Ricans in Lancaster County, and see where they lived, worked, and worshipped. This field trip takes place on Saturday, October 31, from 8 am to 4 pm, leaving from the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society, and returning to the same location. To reserve your space, visit lmhs.org or call (717) 393-9745. Menonitas hispanos de Láncaster, Pa. Escucha historias de algunos de los primeros puertorriqueños que llegaron al Condado de Láncaster, y ve dónde vivían, trabajaban, y adoraban. Esta gira tendrá lugar el sábado 31 de octubre, de 8 a.m. a 4:00 p.m., saliendo de la Sociedad Histórica Menonita de Láncaster, y regresando al mismo lugar. Para reservar tu espacio, visita a lmhs.org o llama al (717) 393-9745. |
Landis Communities Heritage Watchers Heritage Watchers Begins its 20th year. A new class of the Heritage Watchers will hold its first of nine sessions on September 3 with a focus on "Memoirs, Life Stories, and Photographs." The series of classes are designed to help persons explore their unique family histories. Participants may choose to take one class or to take the whole series of nine classes. The class meets on the first Thursday afternoon of each month from September to May from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Classes are held in the Harvest Room of Harvest View at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz. While participants have no specific registration fee, there is a small suggested donation per class to cover the cost of printed materials. To receive a listing of the nine different class themes or for additional information: contact instructor Joanne Hess Siegrist at 717-656-6429 orjhs606@frontiernet.net . Information is also available online at www.landishomes.org or by calling Landis Homes, 717-569-3271, extension 3067.
Volunteering at Landis Homes Landis Homes is seeking a number of volunteers. There is no age limit for volunteering - although persons younger than age 14 need to be accompanied by an adult. Ongoing volunteer opportunities include being a Friendly Visitor, escorting residents by wheelchair to programs/activities or physical therapy appointments, helping with the annual Fellowship Day and more! Contact Volunteer Services at 717-509-5409 or see this Web page Volunteer at Landis Homes. Fellowship Day at Landis Homes  Come enjoy the Annual Landis Homes Fellowship Day and Benefit Auction, Saturday, September 12. Events run from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm under the big white tent on the campus of Landis Homes. For more information see
Welsh Mountain Home Everyone is invited to the Welsh Mountain Home Annual Fall Banquet. It is being held at Yoder's Restaurant in New Holland, Thursday, Sept. 10 at 6:00 PM. For more information, please call 717-355-9522. Steeple View Lofts Art Auction Preview. Friday, Sept. 4 a number of the fine art pieces for the Landis Homes Fellowship Day auction will be on display at Steeple View Lofts for Downtown Lancaster's First Friday. Come to 118 North Water Street, Lancaster PA 17603 and see wonderful pieces from Liz Hess, Julia Swartz and Lisa Madenspacher. You can see the images Here! Both Landis Homes and Steeple View Lofts are part of Landis Communities. |
Pastor Wellness Workshop: The Calling Journey Thursday, October 8 Philhaven's Grace M. Pollock Training & Community Center
283 South Butler Rd, Mt. Gretna, Pa 17064
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Special pricing for ACC, EDC and LAP Pastors $20 by October 2 (Standard registration is $50) Cost includes light continental breakfast, boxed lunch and your own copy of the book The Calling Journey.
Seating is limited to the first 50 registrants. Early registration is greatly appreciated.
You're on an adventure with God - a journey to your life call. It's not a walk in the dark: the stages and transitions along the road are the same ones traveled by Moses, Joseph and Paul.
The Calling Journey timeline charts your progress toward your purpose, helping you understand God's timing, know what to expect next and see how everything in life is preparing you for your destiny.
In this interactive workshop you will: - Learn the universal calling stages and valleys
- See how the timeline plays out in the stories of biblical leaders
- Graph your own personal calling timeline
- Understand the stage you are in and hear how others experienced it
- Make a plan to lean into what God is doing in your current stage of life
The book The Calling Journey by Tony Stoltzfus is required and is included in the cost of the workshop.
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LMC Fraternal Ministries Events & Information
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Paraguayan Harp Concert September 26, 7 p.m., Chapel Born in a remote village in Paraguay, Eduard Klassen did not see a paved road until he was 15 years old. At the age of 20, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior and followed the call into music ministry. Today he and his wife, Christine, perform a variety of Christian harp music, interspersed with personal testimony of God's work. A love offering for the Klassen's music ministry will be collected. For information, call 717-355-6000 or
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No Longer Alone Ministries Paths to Discovery Mental Health Support Group Thursday, Sept 3, 11am - 12:30pm 630 Janet Ave, Room B103, Lancaster Topic: Am I OK? Sunday, Sept 27, 3pm - 5pm Rossmere Mennonite Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster 3-4: Educational topic; 4:10 - 5: Care and Share Groups Topic: Treatment for Mental Illnesses combined with Alcohol and other Drug Addictions Presented by: Dr E Daniel Martin, Psychiatrist, Founder of Naaman Center
Paths to Discovery Mental Health Support Group Thursday, Oct 1, 11am - 12:30 pm 630 Janet Ave, Room B103, Lancaster Topic: Creating Change
National Day of Prayer Tuesday, Oct 6, 7pm - 9pm Calvary Church Fellowship Hall, 1051 Landis Valley Rd, Lancaster No Longer alone Ministries, along with H*VMI and Faith Friendship Villa will be holding an annual National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding. Theme--Mental Health Crisis: There IS Hope
Admission is free; a freewill offering will be received. There will be a time of prayer followed by a panel discussion.
Uniquely You - where creativity and artistry meet inspiration Tuesday, Oct 20, 7-9pm East Petersburg Mennonite Church, 6279 Main St, East Petersburg The evening comes alive and brings art, poetry, and music together in a creative expression as we celebrate mental health recovery! Please join us in a relaxed, café atmosphere surrounded by talents that promote sharing and conversation. The evening is sponsored by No Longer Alone Ministries and MHA/Compeer Lancaster. Family Support Group Sunday, Oct 25, 3pm - 5pm Rossmere Mennonite Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster 3-4: Educational topic; 4:10 - 5: Care and Share Groups Topic: Tips for Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Panel Discussion Paths to Discovery Mental Health Support Group Thursday, Nov 5, 11am - 12:30 pm 630 Janet Ave, Room B103, Lancaster Topic: Gratitude
Family Support Group Sunday, Nov 22, 3pm - 5pm Rossmere Mennonite Church, 741 Janet Ave, Lancaster 3-4: Educational topic; 4:10 - 5: Care and Share Groups Topic: Shadow Voices DVD Presented by: Robert Musser, NLAM Program Director
NOTE: Path also meets at The Salvation Army in Lancaster and The Factory Ministries in Paradise. Please call for dates and times, or with any questions 717-390-3891. |
Sabbath Space For Clergy, Chaplains and Other Leaders KAIROS: School of Spiritual Formation is offering monthly weekday retreats in a contemplative context for pastors and ministry leaders to grow spiritually and to enhance their ministries in the practice of spiritual formation. Sabbath Space retreat days, offered September through May, provide rest and reflection away from the work of ministry, encourage personal spiritual growth, and increase awareness and understanding of the art and ministry of spiritual guidance in the church or ministry setting.
Through the study of literature, the experience of group spiritual direction, theological reflection, and presentation of case studies out of the settings in which they provide leadership, participants will enhance their own spiritual journey, as well as more effectively care for the soul of their congregation or ministry community.
Continuing Education Units available for this retreat. For additional information on the days and time, prospectus, application and fees, please visit www.kairosjourney.org/sabbath-space/ |
Congregational Events & Information
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Weaverland Mennonite Church Hymn Sing Sunday, October 18, 7 p.m.--Welcome to all ages!! Weaverland Mennonite Church 210 Weaverland Valley Rd, East Earl, PA 17519 Led by Merle Ressler and Steve Martin Includes music by the Weaverland Quartet. |
Churchwide and Other Events & Information
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| Church World Service Lancaster Are you a pastor, small group leader, or devoted congregant who likes to stay up-to-date on local refugee needs? Please join our new Church Newsletter where Christine Baer, Congregational Resource Developer, will keep you informed of local stories, highlights, and volunteer/donation needs. Click this link to subscribe to the CWS Lancaster newsletter: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/j/513D5A180330BF33or e- mail Christine at cbaer@cwsglobal.org to subscribe. |
Creating Worship Services that Draw New People to Our Churches Thursday, September 10, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Parish Resource Center, 633 Community Way, Lancaster In this workshop, Kate Eaton will present a four-phase development process (Discovery, Preparation, Launch, Sustain). She will show how this is the foundation for creating worship services that invite new people to church.
Kate works to reveal the mystery of Christ by stirring the senses and opening the heart. Through careful integration of music, images, textures, found objects, light, movement and prayer, we are invited to rediscover the landscape of our souls as we encounter the Holy.
For more information about this workshop--and to register--please click here. |
Copier For Sale East Petersburg Mennonite Church has recently upgraded their copier and they have listed their previous copier for sale. The copier for sale prints 600x600dpi, 35 pages per minute and does full color with accuracy.
It is all digital and can be connected to your computer or to your internet network to print from anywhere you can connect to the internet. You can also scan and fax, or scan to a USB stick.
This copier is well cared for and was serviced regularly. It comes with some color toners. It also comes with an extra drawer for paper feed storage. The copier is made by Toshiba and the model number is 3510c. They are asking $500 or better offer. |
Sister Care Sister Care Level 2 retreat coming to Pennsylvania October 2-4, 2015 at Camp Hebrok, Halifax
Register soon as space is limited and lodging accommodations are varied. The retreat will include new material while building on the core concepts from the original Sister Care seminar. (Prerequisite: Attend Sister Care Level 1 seminar or view Sister Care DVD and read manual.)
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Atlantic Coast Conference Leadership Resource Day Friday, October 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pk, Lancaster Compassionate Care Seminar with Carolyn Heggen, Ph.D. and Rhoda Keeener, M.S. Event Pricing: $45 per person (includes lunch and training materials) Scholarships may be available upon request. |
ARMS Annual Fall Retreat October 27-28, 2015 at Black Rock Retreat Center
For LMC Leaders w/Retired Credential or Active Credential 65+ & Spouses. The theme of the 2015 Retreat is "Bridging the Past and the Future". Life is an ongoing journey from what was known in our past and present into our unknown future. We desire to praise the Lord God for the grace experienced in our former years and to prepare well to faithfully live our future years. In order to live well and leave a faithful witness, we need each other to bridge the generations. Necessary Conversations between Parents and Adult Children are important; also the Role of Grandparenting, the Challenges of Senior Years, Recreation, and Seeing New Life.
The main speakers are Gerald & Marlene Kaufman, Keith Weaver, Ernie & Lois Hess, Elaine Hollinger, and Black Rock Retreat's "Maintaining Praise".
The cost remains the same as last year ($66/person) which includes four meals, one night's lodging, and use of the camp facilities.
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