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/e7a96f1e024a/news-from-lancaster-mennonite-conference-473595 | | LMC Office Events & Information | | Save the Date! LMC Celebration of Church Life Friday, March 15-16, 2019
Petra Church, 565 Airport Rd, New Holland, Pa. 17557
Theme: Breaking New Ground
Key Verse: Isaiah 43:19 - See, I am doing a new thing. Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.
Celebration of Church Life is for the whole family! Seminars will be offered on Saturday afternoon for children, age 5 through adult, with childcare provided for infants through age 4. You'll also hear updates on what is happening throughout the conference, participate in corporate worship and hear a timely challenge from plenary speaker, Marvin Lorenzana.
More information, registration and seminar brochures will be available soon. | | Orientation for Newly (or Recently) Credentialed Leaders Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 7-9 p.m. LMC Office, 2160 Lincoln Highway E., Lancaster, Pa. 17602
The orientation will also be available through Zoom video conference.
Click here to register. | | District and Congregational Events & Information | | Franklin District of LMC School for Disciples Winter Classes
Saturday Mornings January 26 – February 23*, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m
Marion Mennonite Church, 4365 Molly Pitcher Hwy, Chambersburg, Pa. 17202
School for Disciples is an equipping event for people who are walking with Jesus. "Disciple" means "a learner." We are to be learners of the way of Jesus all the time.
There are various topics to choose from with a variety of teachers. I hope your desire to keep learning is written on your heart.
How much does it cost?
We are offering these classes on a donation basis. Your donations enable us to purchase supplies and pay mileage and honorariums for our teachers. Last year our total expenses came to nearly $1,650.00. Your generosity again this year will enable us to provide compensation and at the same time make it possible for those who are unable to be generous to attend as well.
Registration information is included in the brochure.
*March 2 will be used as a snow makeup day | | Rohrerstown Mennonite Church Bilingual Ministry Service
Tuesday Bible Study 7 p.m.
Friday Ministry Service (no service on the 3rd Friday)
Sunday Worship Service at 6:30 p.m.
All are welcome and we have transportation available.
If you have any questions, please call the church office and leave a voice message 717-394-0203, and someone will get back to you. | | Willow Street Mennonite Church Live Nativity December 22, 23 & 24
Willow Street Mennonite Church invites you to attend our LIVE NATIVITY on the evenings of December 22, 23, & 24. Park at the church and journey with us outdoors to the stable in Bethlehem (a nearby barn). Presentations are approximately every ½ hour from 5:30-8:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, but donations will be accepted for Homes of Hope. For more information, visit willowstreetmennonite.com or call 717-464-2422, ext. 1.
Click here to view and share the flyer. | | LMC Agency Events & Information | |  Revitalize your church with Eastern Mennonite Missions Antonio Ulloa, Eastern Mennonite Missions' church revitalization coach, would love to connect with you. He is available to teach in either Sunday services or Sunday school classes, small group gatherings, or renewal meetings. Learn more at emm.org/revitalize, or contact Antonio Ulloa at antonio.ulloa@emm.org or 717-898-2251 ext. 242. Revitalice su iglesia con Eastern Mennonite Missions Antonio Ulloa, el coach para la revitalización de iglesias de Eastern Mennonite Missions, está muy interesado en conectarse con usted. Él está disponible para enseñar ya sea en cultos de domingo o escuela dominical, reuniones de grupos pequeños, o reuniones de renovación. Para mayor información visite emm.org/revitalize, o póngase en contacto con Antonio Ulloa en antonio.ulloa@emm.org o en el 717 898-2251 ext. 242. Anabaptist Service Opportunities Portal You're 55 or older, and you want to put your faith into action. Wondering where to go? At ASOPortal.org, find short-term international service opportunities offered by Eastern Mennonite Missions and Mennonite Central Committee. Assignments typically last 3–6 months and are aimed at individuals and couples. Opportunities include service as a teacher, children at risk worker, visiting professor, accountant, church development worker, healthcare worker, and much more. Visit ASOPortal.org for more information. To learn more, contact Sherrie Ober at sherrie.ober@emm.org or 717 898-2251 ext. 269. Portal de Oportunidades de Servicio Anabautista Usted tiene 55 años o más, y desea poner su fe en acción. ¿No sabe a dónde ir? En ASOPortal.org encontrará oportunidades internacionales de servicio a corto plazo ofrecidas por Eastern Mennonite Missions y el Comité Central Menonita. Las asignaciones suelen durar de 3 a 6 meses y están dirigidas a individuos y parejas. Estas oportunidades incluyen servicio como maestros, labor con niños en situaciones de riesgo, profesor visitante, contador, obrero para el desarrollo de la iglesia, cuidado de salud, y muchas más. Visite ASOPortal.org para más información. Para aprender más, póngase en contacto con Sherrie Ober en sherrie.ober@emm.org o en el 717 898-2251 ext. 269.For more information, and to view other
events, visit emm.org or call 717-898-2251. | |  Friendship Community Needs Your Help! A fire occurred on October 25, 2018 at an apartment complex where five of the Individuals we serve reside. We are grateful for any help you can provide in the following areas (click here to view and share document).
If you have any questions or if you wish to provide a general donation, please contact Jessica Schweers at: 717-656-2466 ext. 1169. The Friendship Community Worship Team is now scheduling programs for 2019 If you would like to have the Friendship Team join your congregation on a Sunday morning for a time of joyful worship and encouragement please contact Milt Stoltzfus at 717-656-2466, ext. 1125 or mstoltzfus@friendshipcommunity.net.
Click here to view and share the flyer. | | 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!
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. Click here for more information and to register. | | Churchwide and Other Events & Information | | | The Anabaptist Center at Evangelical Seminary The Anabaptist Story: A Survey LMC Office, 2160 Lincoln Hwy E., #5, Lancaster, Pa. 17602. The class will meet Monday evenings 6:30-9:15 p.m. and will run January 28 - May 6.
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For more information contact Ken Nafziger at knafziger@evangelical.edu. To register to take the class for graduate credit, contact Gwen Schemer at gscheirer@evangelical.edu. Special Offer: This course can also be audited for $175 (40% off our regular rate) or $100 if you are on staff at a church or ministry organization. Register to audit this course here: https://evangelical.edu/application-for-course-audit/ | | | 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.
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