Fwd: Biblical Learning Opportunities at LMC

---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: LMC <information@lmcchurches.org>
Date: Wed, May 10, 2023 at 8:01 AM
Subject: Biblical Learning Opportunities at LMC
To: <gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com>

And other announcements

Information for leaders and congregations UPDATES These UPDATES are shared so that leaders and congregations are aware of Biblical Classes 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, weekly bulletin, monthly newsletter, Sunday morning announcements, church website, or Facebook. Use your discretion and share what your congregation will find helpful.  Educational Programs for Churches Other Educational Events & Information from LMC resource partner organization Events  EMM and LMC Request Ethiopia Drought Response Contributions Eastern Mennonite Missions (EMM) and LMC: A Fellowship of  Anabaptist  Churches invite you to respond to a critical humanitarian appeal from the Meserete Kristos Church (MKC) in Ethiopia. Since 2020, the southern Borena zone of the Oromia state has experienced severe drought due to 5 failed rainy seasons.    EMM has committed $5,000 of emergency relief funds, but we are inviting you to consider how you can join us financially. "MKC has been trying to respond to the drought, displacement, and other socio-economic challenges on the surface. But the need has been growing," Abayneh Anjulo Wanore appealed to church and mission leaders. "The Borena drought affected the pastoralist community of Borena and our churches ... also the missionaries have been affected badly." Abeyneh serves as the MKC division director for evangelism and church planting.   UNICEF indicates that in Borena alone, 3.3 million livestock have died as a result of the drought. The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs also estimates that since 2021, 6.85 million livestock have died throughout the country.    The impacts have gone beyond the Borena zone, impacting people living in other parts of Oromia, and the neighboring states of Afar, SNNP (Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region), and Somali. It is estimated that 24 million people have been impacted by the drought — 11 million of whom are experiencing food insecurity.  MKC has 5 churches in the Borena zone. In addition to these 5 established churches, they also have 40 church planting centers. In total, they have more than 45 ministers and their families in the Borena zone. In order to meet the needs of these 45 leaders in the region, MKC is hoping to raise $4,500 USD per month. MKC also estimates that they need to raise $13,500 per month to meet the humanitarian needs in the communities where these churches are located.   Founded in 1959 following the initial mission work of Mennonites in the region, MKC now has more than 800,000 baptized members. The largest Mennonite conference in the world, MKC has more than 2,500 churches or church planting centers. Lancaster Conference Mennonites, being sent through EMM (then, Eastern Mennonite Board of Missions and Charities), played an integral role in the organization of MKC. Both organizations are grateful to continue in a meaningful relationship with MKC and encourage all who can to support this relief effort.  Charitable contributions can be made online at  EMM.ORG/ETHIOPIA or by sending a check to Eastern Mennonite Missions, PO Box 8617, Lancaster, PA 17604 with a memo note indicating "Ethiopia relief." Stuck Together: Landis Communities Clergy Breakfast Book Talk by J. Nelson Kraybill May 25, 2023  |  8:00 - 9:30 am Free Registration This workshop is live online via Zoom. A recording will also be available to registrants to view at their convenience. At last year's Landis Communities Clergy Breakfast, we discussed supporting the church's ministries to its community in a practical way. This year, we will focus on the effects of Christian reconciliation in a polarized world. To Register or for more information, CLICK HERE Landis Communities offers a Speakers Resource Listing to serve church and community groups. Team members are available at no cost to present in worship services, Sunday School classes, and other settings. Resourcing can happen in person or via Zoom.  Subjects include Living Options for those who are Aging, Providing Care at Home, Memory Loss, Doing Church in an Aging Society, Financial Planning for Retirement, Environmental Care in Retirement Communities, Church History and Aging, and Spiritual Life and Aging.  Please contact Larry Guengerich, Director of Communications & Engagement, at LGuengerich@Landis.org or call (717) 381-3526.   EVENTS Author Talk: Joseph Gascho's Heart & Soul (more info HERE) Come to the West Bethany Chapel at Landis Homes on Thursday, May 18 at 6:30pm to hear retired cardiologist, poet and photographer, Joseph Gascho. Joseph will share from his book of autobiographical poetry, Heart & Soul: A Cardiologists Life in Verse. These poems are warm reflections on the intersection of humanity, faith, and medical practice. Learn more at mennonitelife.org/events or call 717.393.9745. Intro to Cemetery Research If you would like to learn how to include cemetery records in your family history research, the Intro to Cemetery Research class is a great place to begin. Join genealogical research expert James C. Landis on Saturday, June 3 at Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Rd. Lancaster, from 9:30-11:30 am. Kenn LeFever will also offer insight into the specific resources available at the Mennonite Life library. If weather permits, the class will conclude with a visit to a local Mennonite cemetery. For more information or to register for the class, visit mennonitelife.org/events or call 717.393.9745. Mennonite Life is Hiring! Lead, collaborate, and educate as you share your passion for Lancaster's history and the Anabaptist story. Mennonite Life seeks a qualified, full-time administrator for the 1719 Museum in Willow Street, Pa. Visit mennonitelife.org/employment for more details. More info at Mennonite Life Copyright © 2021 LMC – a fellowship of Anabaptist churches, All rights reserved. You were subscribed to the newsletter from LMC – a fellowship of Anabaptist churches Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.   Our mailing address is: Mail PO Box 1635 Lancaster PA 17608-1635 Location: 450 N. Prince Street Lancaster PA  Phone:   717-293-5246 www.lmcchurches.org

This email was sent to gehmanmennonitechurch@gmail.com why did I get this?    unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences LMC – a fellowship of anabaptist churches · 450 N Prince Street (Office) · PO Box 1635 (Mail) · Lancaster, PA 17608 · USA