Information for leaders and congregations UPDATES These bi-weekly UPDATES are shared so that leaders and congregations are aware of events and information taking place in LMC, agencies, fraternal organizations, congregations, and the broader church. These announcements are for your information and to share with others in your congregation through email (below is the link), weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, Sunday morning announcements, church website, or Facebook. Use your discretion and share what your congregation will find helpful. https://mailchi.mp/9e6c932420a8/news-from-lancaster-mennonite-conference-420967 | | LMC Office Events & Information | | 
It's Pastor Appreciation Month! Find a special way to say thanks to your pastor or pastoral staff, and their families for the hard work, dedication and multiple blessings provided by these special people. | | Spreading the Flame Multiplication Resource Event by Church on the Other Side
Saturday, October 27, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Bethlehem Community Fellowship, 1417 Marvine St, Bethlehem, Pa. 18017
Session 1: Engaging with and Investing in Millenials
Session 2: Core: Developing Leaders with Vision
Session 3: Investing in the Local Community
Session 4: Question & Answer
This Church on the Other Side workshop cosponsored by Church on the Other Side, LMC, and Bethlehem Community Fellowship. All resource speakers are millenials and leadership from Bethlehem Community Fellowship and Church on the Other Side.
Multiplication leaders, church planters, missional practitioners, visionary pastors, and emerging leaders should find the day practical, refreshing and encouraging.
The event is free. The cost of your lunch is included in the day. Please RSVP to jsantiago@lmcchurches.org if you plan to attend.
Click here to view and share the flyer. | | ESL 101: Teaching English in Your Church Saturday, December 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Stumptown Mennonite Church
2813 Stumptown Rd, Bird in Hand, Pa. 17505
This workshop will answer two questions.
1. How can we start an ESL ministry at our church?
2. How can I use ESL techniques with non-native speakers?
This resource event is cosponsored by Stumptown MC, LMC, and YWAM-Virginia.
All resource speakers are connected with YWAM-Virginia. Multiplication leaders, missional practitioners, visionary pastors, church planters, and emerging leaders should find the day practical, refreshing and encouraging.
The cost of the event is $20 and includes lunch. Registration is required. Preregister at esl10112118.eventbrite.com if you plan to attend. Pay at the door. Stumptown MC, LMC, Landis Homes and Everence are helping to underwrite the costs of the day. | | Congregational Events & Information | | East Petersburg Mennonite Church 4th Annual Community Fall Bonfire and Block Party
Wednesday, October 31, 6-9 p.m., 6279 Main St, East Petersburg, Pa. 17520
This annual event open for everyone and features a free bounce house, barrel train, candy, baked goodies, hot drinks, roaring fire pits and lots more.
Local residents are invited to stop by, hang out, and warm up by the fire pits. Guests are encouraged to either drop-in-and-drop-out as they trick-or-treat, or stay for the whole time together. This Fall Bonfire and Block Party takes place in the parking lot of East Petersburg Mennonite Church.
More information can be obtained through their website www.eastpetemc.org. Questions can also be directed to eastpetemc@gmail.com or 717-569-9931. | | LMC Agency Events & Information | |  You're invited to the Eastern Mennonite Missions banquet You're invited to the EMM vision and fundraising banquet! Enjoy dinner and fellowship as we explore the banquet's theme: "The gift of presence." How can the gift of presence — our listening, our companionship, our time — impact how we share the gospel here and around the world? EMM's banquet will take place on Saturday, November 3, 6:30 p.m., at the Eden Resort (222 Eden Rd., Lancaster, Pa. 17601). Register now through October 19 at emm.org/banquet. Questions? Visit emm.org/banquet, or contact Nancy Ranck at nancy.ranck@emm.org or 717 898-2251 ext. 204. Usted está invitado al banquete de Eastern Mennonite Missions ¡Le estamos invitando al banquete de visión y recaudación de fondos de EMM! Disfrute de la cena y del compañerismo mientras exploramos el tema del banquete: "El regalo de estar presentes." ¿Cómo puede el don de estar presentes -— ofreciendo un oído que escucha, nuestra compañía, y nuestro tiempo — impactar la forma en que compartimos el evangelio aquí y alrededor del mundo? El banquete de EMM tendrá lugar el sábado 3 de noviembre a las 6:30 p.m., en el Eden Resort (222 Eden Rd., Lancaster, Pa. 17601). Regístrese de ahora hasta el 19 de octubre en emm.org/banquet. ¿Preguntas? Visite emm.org/banquet, o póngase en contacto con Nancy Ranck en nancy.ranck@emm.org o en el 717 898-2251 ext. 204. For more information, and to view other
events, visit emm.org or call 717-898-2251. | |  Pennsylvania German Folk Art Sale Opening Come to the Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society for the opening of their annual sale of handcrafted goods. The reception takes places from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, November 16 at the Society, 2215 Millstream Rd., Lancaster, Pa. For more information, and to view other
events, visit lmhs.org or call 717-393-9745. | | Connecting with Landis Communities
The fastest growing age group in the United States are those at or near 70 years old. Statistics tell us many of those persons will live at least to age 90. With that reality come questions about how congregations and families can be supporting those who are reaching this milestone. Landis Communities is happy to provide educational opportunities for small groups, Sunday School classes and entire congregations. Designed to stimulate creative thinking about congregational involvement in this process, the sessions are done by trained Landis Communities team members and come with no cost to your group. For more information, contact Larry Guengerich at LGuengerich@LandisCommunities.org or 717-381-3526. | | LMC Fraternal Ministries Events & Information | | | Camp Hebron BASE CAMP: Jr. High Retreat Friday, January 4, 7 p.m. - Sunday, January 6, 1 p.m.
An awesome weekend winter cabin camp retreat for Junior High Youth. This retreat is designed for youth groups to come as a group.
Our Jr. High Retreat will feature engaging large group sessions coupled with structured small group discussions. And of course, there will be plenty of large group games and free time for students to enjoy various recreational activities like indoor rock climbing, floor hockey, giant Dutch Blitz, basketball and more!
Register by October 30, 2018 and your youth group will be automatically entered to win a lock-in at our gym!
Click here for more information and to register. | | ROOTED: Sr. High Retreat Friday, January 11, 7 p.m. - Sunday, January 13, 1 p.m.
Take advantage of this highly social weekend where growth, fellowship, and fun are all provided to your youth group! Your youth will receive sound Biblical teaching, enter into worship through song, and go deeper into the message through discussion groups and breakout sessions- all in the beautiful Camp Hebron setting.
The weekend's relaxed schedule and emphasis on spiritual growth, free time, and connecting with each other are tools to encourage your students to grow deeper in their relationship with Christ, as a youth group, and with a community of believers. The Sr. High Retreat is for youth groups with grades 9-12. Register by October 30, 2018 and your youth group will be automatically entered to win a lock-in at our gym!
Click here for more information and to register. | | Churchwide and Other Events & Information | | | Anabaptist Communicators INNOVATE: Past | Present | Future Are you a communications professional wanting to explore how your faith intersects with your work? If so, you won't want to miss this year's Anabaptist Communicators conference at Laurelville Mennonite Retreat Center in Mt. Pleasant, Pa. on October 24-26. Join other communicators from the U.S. and Canada in learning from a dynamic group of speakers from different denominational lenses on how we can all bring innovation to our work. There will be a time of project sharing with others who share your same challenges and passions. And of course, there will be plenty of networking! More information and registration at anabaptistcomm.org/conference. Registration closes October 17! | | | Anabaptist Symposium on Sexual Abuse Awareness Friday, November 16 and Saturday, November 17 Ephrata Business Center, 400 West Main St., Ephrata, Pa. 17522
Cost: $25 - personal ticket; $35 - couples ticket
We invite your participation in this symposium! We especially extend a welcome to church leaders, teachers, caregivers and all who have a heart to redemptively care for those affected by sexual abuse. For more information, and to register, click here. | | | Barnabas Initiatives & Anabaptist Center at Evangelical Seminary Leading Teams in Effective Decision Making Friday, November 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Grace Community Church, 212 Peach Bottom Rd, Willow Street, Pa.
Presenter: Merv Charles, MBA
Cost: $35 per person/CEUs available
Too often, team dysfunction can be traced back to flawed decision making. This seminar offers a straightforward framework for leaders to develop skills to create an environment that gives everyone a clear understanding of the core issues, a common language for discussion, and an authentic invitation to engage in productive decision-making.
For more information and to register, click here. | | | EVANA Network Flourishing: Pastor/Spouse Retreat 2019 February 15-19, Life Enrichment Center, Fruitland Park, Fl.
Flourishing is a retreat for pastors, church planters, ministry leaders, and spouses from various denominations and backgrounds. Press that annual reset button by joining us at Flourishing. You will find encouragement through different workshops and rest through healing ministries. In addition, there will be the opportunity to resource and connect with leaders from many diverse backgrounds.
Early bird discount is until October 18th at which time the price will increase.
Click here for more information and to register. | | | GOAL Project F.A.I.T.H. Initiatives
Saturday, October 27, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Parish Hall, 301 St. Thomas Rd., Lancaster, Pa.
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