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It's Pastor Appreciation Month
Forum for Missional Dreaming
Thursday, November 12, 2015, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Lancaster-area location to be announced In a recent LMC survey, 45% of pastors indicated a "heart's passion" for church planting and new church starts. Additionally, 57% of pastors indicated a "heart's passion" for revitalization of struggling congregations. If these passions are yours, Lancaster Conference, Church on the Other Side, and Eastern Mennonite Missions invite you to an evening of input and discussion to explore a missional future with revitalized and multiplying congregations across the northeast corridor.
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LMC Agency Events & Information
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Eastern Mennonite Missions 
Just sayin' event near you! 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 asking how we can participate in ways that lead to transformation. Join the conversation on Saturday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to noon at the EMM Meetinghouse, 53 W. Brandt Blvd., Salunga, Pa. Register by October 7. For more information, visit
¡Un evento "Just sayin'" en su área! 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. La inscripción finaliza el 7 de octubre. Para mayor información, visite emm.org/events, o póngase en contacto con Jessica Fellenger en el 898-2251, ext. 235.
Just sayin' event near you! 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 asking how we can participate in ways that lead to transformation. Join the conversation on Saturday, December 5, from 9 a.m. to noon at Marion Mennonite Church Fellowship Center, 4365 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Chambersburg, Pa. Register by November 25. For more information, visit emm.org/events, or contact Jessica Fellenger at 717 898-2251, ext 235. ¡Un evento "Just sayin'" en su área! 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 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. La inscripción finaliza el 25 de noviembre. Para mayor información, visite emm.org/events, o póngase en contacto con Jessica Fellenger en el 898-2251, ext. 235. 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. Register by October 17. For more information, visit emm.org/called, or contact Jessica Fellenger at 717 898-2251, ext 235. 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 y 7 de 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 Fellenger en el 717 898-2251, ext 235. |
School-wide Visitors' Day Monday, October 12 At all five campuses: Kraybill (PreK-8) in Mount Joy,Lancaster(grades 6-12), Locust Grove (PreK-6) in Smoketown/E. Lampeter Township, New Danville (PreK-5) and Hershey (K-12). Parents can drop in at any campus from from 8:30-10 a.m. to talk to school administrators, get tours and observe classes. Prospective students for grades 6-12 can get tours from 8:30-10 a.m. or choose to attend classes and experience a school day. A half-day experience and pre-registration is recommended for students interested in middle school. To pre-register or for more information about the drop-in for parents, student visitation day or admissions in general, please contact Christy Horst at (717) 509-4459, ext. 312.
Pastor Visitation and Appreciation Day Thursday, October 15, 7:45 a.m. Alumni Dining Hall |
What Young Historians are Thinking Hear three young historians from historic peace churches present their research at 7 p.m. on Monday, October 12, and Pilgrims Mennonite Church (21 S 12th St, Akron, Pa.). Speaking will be David Horst-Lehman, Monica Roth, and Devin Manzullo-Thomas.
Lo que los historiadores jóvenes están pensando Escucha a tres historiadores de las iglesias de paz históricas presentar sus investigaciones a las 7 p.m. el lunes 12 de octubre en Pilgrims Mennonite Church (21 S 12th St, Akron, Pa.). Los discursantes incluyen a David Horst-Lehman, Monica Roth, y Devin Manzullo-Thomas. Field trip: Hispanic Mennonite history Hear stories of some of the first Puerto Ricans in Lancaster County, and see where they lived, worked, and worshiped. 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. Gira: Historia menonita hispana 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.
How in the World Have we Changed? Hear Mennonite and Brethren in Christ leaders reflect on Mennonite World Conference and how the Anabaptist world has changed over the last 50 years. This free event will be held at 7 p.m. on Monday, November 9 at Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, Pa.
¿Cómo hemos cambiado en el mundo? Escucha a líderes de los hermanos en Cristo y los menonitas reflexionar sobre el Congreso Mundial Menonita y cómo ha cambiado el mundo anabautista en los últimos 50 años. Este evento gratuito se llevará a cabo a las 7 p.m. el lunes 9 de noviembre en Lancaster Brethren in Christ Church, 1865 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, Pa.
"Everything just went right" The New Holland Area Historical Society in cooperation with The Swiss Pioneer Preservation Associates and Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society will present Author's Reflections from Ed Nolt's New Holland Baler - "everything just went right". Allan W. Shirk, author, will read selected texts and provide insight into his research. Following the presentation, the just released book will be available for purchase and author signings. The event will be held on October 22 at 7:00 p.m. at the Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Road, Ephrata, Pa. For additional information contact Don Horning 717-538-3079.
"Todo occurrió como debía" La Sociedad Histórica del Area de New Holland en cooperación con los Socios para la Preservación de los Pioneros Suizos y con la Sociedad Histórica Menonita de Láncaster presentan Reflexiones del Autor sobre el libro Ed Nolt's New Holland Baler - "everything just went right". Allan W. Shirk, autor, leerá textos selectos y proveerá observaciones sobre las investigaciones que hizo. Luego de la presentación, el libro recién publicado estará disponible para la venta y para ser autografiado. El evento se llevará a cabo el jueves, 22 de octubre a las 7 pm en el Martindale Mennonite Fellowship Center, 352 Martindale Road, Ephrata, Pa. Para más información, comuníquese con Don Horning al 717-538-3079.
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Landis Communities
Landis Homes will hold the annual Service of Remembrance Thursday, October 8, 2015, at 7:00 p.m., in the West Bethany Chapel and Prayer & Memory Garden. It is a time to gather with others to remember our loved ones who have died. The service is for all grieving lost loved ones, but specifically recognizes Landis Homes residents who have died during the prior year. It is a time and place to remember, reflect and be comforted. Landis Homes is located at 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz PA 17543. For more information, please call Pastoral Services at
Meeting for Caregivers There will be a meeting for caregivers of persons with memory loss and other forms of dementia on Tuesday, October 27. The topic for the evening meeting will be "Basics of Dementia" presented by Neelofer Sohail, MD, who has a practices family medicine with Geriatric Associates of Lancaster. Dr. Sohail's areas of specialty include nursing home care, palliative care and dementia. The meeting which is open to the public will start at 7:00 p.m. in the Warwick Room of The Heritage, the memory support center at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz. The group is operating in partnership with the Alzheimer's Association of the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter. Respite care is provided on site upon 24-hour prior request. For more information or to arrange for respite care, call Landis Homes (717) 581-3939.
Heritage Watchers Heritage Watchers classes are now in session. Classes are designed to help persons explore their personal and community stories. 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. The next few classes are October 1: "Memoir Book Supplies and 5Ws for Photo Captions"; November 5: "Family Genealogy and Inviting Layout Designs for Photographs and Script"; and December 3: "Family Heirlooms...Heavenly Peace with Pieces." There is no specific registration fee, but a small suggested donation per class to cover the cost of printed materials. To receive a listing of 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. |
LMC Fraternal Ministries Events & Information
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Fall Festival
Saturday, October 10, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Garden Spot Village Campus (Indoors & Outdoors)
For the nineteenth year, Garden Spot Village is holding their Fall
Festival. With a variety of delicious food and fun activities for kids
and adults alike including hayrides, a silent auction and an apple
pie contest, the GSV Fall Festival is sure to be wonderful day!
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John Ruth Banquet Friday, October 16, 6:30 p.m. Come hear author and master storyteller, John Ruth, speak on "What happens only in Hymns" at the Harmonies banquet on October 16, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lancaster Mennonite School Alumni Dining Hall. Ruth, a well-known storyteller and author, will keynote the banquet, catered by Dottie Weber, which will include an offering for Harmonies' capital campaign to publish Menno Heirs and Table Singers anthems. Tickets ($25/person) can be purchased on-line at www.harmonies.org. |
No Longer Alone Ministries 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. |
New Holland Spanish Mennonite Church Spanish International Food Festival Saturday, November 14 Lunch will be served from 11:30am - 2:00pm and Dinner from 4:00 - 6:00pm. The meals will be served buffet style. The price is $15.00 for adults and $8.00 for children between 5 - 11 years; you will also have the choice of eating-in or taking your food to go.
This year we want folks to join us in an International Festival of Tastes, which will feature food from Colombia, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Peru, Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, El Salvador, Costa Rica and Bolivia.
In order to make the Spanish International Food Festival a success we need your help. Call or email to reserve your spot. For more information and reservations contact: Carmen Lopez at 717-569-5771 or email Wanda Coleman (717-201-7061) at wandycol@yahoo.com.
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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. |
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. |
Samaritan Clergy & Congregation Care and Evangelical Seminary Nurturing Hospitable Congregations 3 Session Leadership Series: October 1, October 8, and October 15 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
New Location: Samaritan Counseling Center, 1803 Oregon Pike, Lancaster, Downstairs Community Room.
See the attached flyer for the next in Samaritan's collaboration with Evangelical Seminary on Building a Bridge of Feathers: Practicing Hospitality in an Inhospitable World. Our facilitators will be leading the discussion on " opening our lives, our hearts and our agenda to the seeker, the stranger and the saint by changing the culture of our congregations." Sign up today! |
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. |
Tel Hai Retirement Community & Conestoga Mennonite Church Presents The King's Heralds Sunday, October 25, 7 p.m.
StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts |
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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Evangelical Seminary Shalom in Conflict Thursday, October 29, Registration 8:30 am; Seminar 9 a.m - 3 p.m.
Hempfield BIC Church, 2600 Marietta Ave, Lancaster PA Cost (with lunch): Individual-$45; ES Alum-$35; ES student or .45 CEU-$10 Everyone gets tangled in conflict, at times in the church. The Center for Lifelong Learning in collaboration with Barnabas Initiatives will present a one-day seminar, Shalom in Conflict, that offers keys to finding a healthy, Godly path through conflict for yourself, your leaders, and the church. For more information visit: www.evangelical.edu/shalom. |
Heart For Muslims Heart4Muslims Conference Saturday, October 31, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Calvary Baptist Church, 123 West 57th Street, Manhattan, NY
Regular Registration $30, Students with ID $15, and Retired Missionaries $10.
Registration is open - reserve your spot now! Our prayer is that our passion for God will ignite our passion to LOVE MUSLIMS, EQUIP THE BODY, and CONNECT PEOPLE FOR SERVICE. The Lord is always at work in our city and we want to see a disciple-making movement among the Muslims here. As a result, multiple New York City ministries are uniting to host the HEART FOR MUSLIMS CONFERENCE. This citywide event will feature plenary speakers, breakout sessions and guided prayer: all focused on effective missional engagement among our city's Muslims peoples. Please join us and also help spread the word to anyone interested in joining this movement. |
Freedom In Him Ministries Mental Health Awareness & Support Seminar Saturday, November 14, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Metzler Mennonite Church, 515 W Metzler Rd, Ephrata PA 17522 Speakers: Dr. Enos Daniel Martin, Pastor Josef Berthold, Rodney Redcay, Joan and Loice Byler. Panel Discussion and Resourcing. Free of charge, with optional lunch by donation. |
Flourish Two Resource Events Wednesday, November 18, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (tentative times) Location: We are looking at non-church building locations. Suggestions welcome, email Bev Kreider w/venue suggestions: bevkreider@gmail.com. Must have space for teams to work around tables.
Geared for: Leadership Teams and lay persons who are engaging in local mission and service. This is not an "introduction" to discipleship and mission, but is planned as next steps for leaders who are already immersed in and experimenting with these concepts. Description of the Day: Consider how to get beyond Sunday morning services and programs in the church building. - Identify where we are already engaging our networks/neighborhoods.
- Look at practical ways for small groups and missional communities to be on mission together.
- Move beyond "individual salt and light" into communally blessing those where we live, work and play.
- Examine helpful steps to bet started in respective contexts.
- Practice clarifying a group's mission and how that impacts rhythms of doing life together, where and when to meet, etc.
- Hear stories of people on mission together.
This is planned to be participatory, with a desire for application in each participant's context, helping teams move beyond rhetoric and theorizing! Time may be provided over lunch for teams (if present) to plan together. Details: Lunch will be included, $10 donation requested to cover lunch, no other costs to attend. (After November 13, please bring your own lunch.)
Save the Date! "Taster" Event Thursday, February 25, 2016 (full day w/Q&A after dinner) Mount Joy Mennonite Church, 320 Musser Rd, Mount Joy PA 17552
A one-day look at church life with mission and discipleship as the central focus. Church leadership teams & lay persons are welcome to attend.
Jason and Suzi Lantz are passionate about helping leaders launch new initiatives that make disciples of Jesus. They have used discipleship systems within a large church and through planting LoveCanton using missional communities. They love living in Stark County Ohio, where Jesus is clearly up to something bigger than themselves. |
Mennonite Children's Choir of Lancaster Christmas Concert Series 2015 Thursday, Dec. 3, Neffsville Mennonite Church, Lancaster at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, First Presbyterian Church, Lancaster at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6, Highland Presbyterian Church, Lancaster at 4 p.m.
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Everence Stew U 2016 Save the date! Saturday, March 12, 2016, Registration 8 a.m. Lancaster Mennonite School
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