Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) U.S. Executive Director Ann Graber Hershberger has announced her retirement in July 2026. She has been humbly serving in this role since October 2020.
"It has been a joy to get to know Ann in her role at MCC. We have been honored to call her our friend and co-laborer in Kingdom ministry. She is a dedicated follower of Jesus and a strong advocate for the Church. Ann has modeled servant leadership and brought a prayerful, listening posture to all of our joint meetings. She will be missed in her role at MCC but we pray God's richest blessing to rest upon her in this next season of life and ministry."
~ The LMC Bishop Elder Team
Read more about Ann's retirement on MCC's website. | | | Share Your Story
Story-telling is powerful; after all, sharing the Gospel—the greatest story of all—is at the heart of what we do as Christ-followers. If you have a story related to LMC, we'd love to hear it! Share online at our website. | | |  | Fall Leadership Assembly Livestream September 27
Not able to attend this year's Fall Leadership Assembly? Tune into the livestream on Saturday, September 27!
The livestream will include the morning and afternoon worship and plenary sessions and include two seminar sessions: Marvin Lorenzana's "Church as Movement: Reclaiming the Great Commissions Biblical, Simple, and Reproducible DNA" (in English and Spanish) and Hyacinth Stevens' "Rooted in Grace: Excerpts from the Black American Mennonite Journey." See the full schedule for Saturday on this brochure. Tune into the livestream by going to our home page on the morning of the 27th, and looking for the livestream link at the top of the page. | |  | | Mennonite World Conference's Peace Sunday will be on September 21. Join Anabaptists from around the world in praying for peace. This year's theme, "The Courage to Love," was chosen so we can seek to explore, nourish, and unpack ways we can embody the courage to love in and for our world. Find more information and resources at Mennonite World Conference's website. | | | Songwriter Retreat All are invited to a one-day songwriting retreat at Neffsville Mennonite Church on Saturday, October 4, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. The day will include opportunities for collaboration, feedback, learning, and free writing. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is necessary. For more info and to register please complete this form. Organized by Community Mennonite Church, Sunnyside Mennonite Church, and Neffsville Mennonite Church. | | | 
Renew: Anabaptist Sunday School Curriculum For the past several years, First Mennonite Church in Berne, IN has been publishing an Anabaptist Sunday School curriculum for adults called Renew, which is based on the International Lesson. Copies are available to all LMC congregations on a donation basis. Learn more by going to renewpublishing.org. | | | Capital Christian Fellowship's 100th Anniversary On October 24–26, Capital Christian Fellowship in Lanham, MD is hosting a Homecoming Weekend to celebrate its 100th Anniversary! Formerly Cottage City Mennonite Church, Capital Christian is excited to host this celebration filled with reunions, food, worship, and other activities. Are you or do you know someone who has a connection to Capital Christian's 100-year history? Invite them to join the festivities! | | |  LMC is a Spirit-led movement to:
• Make disciples of Jesus
• Mobilize every member as a missionary
• Multiply faith communities locally and beyond | | | From Our Resource Partners | | French, Japanese, Spanish, and now American Sign Language
Are you learning or fluent in one of these languages and want to practice your language skills with others? Neighbors Community Center at Hub450 hosts monthly Conversation Cafes, with an opportunity to make new friends while speaking and listening (or signing!) with others around a shared interest of language. Find details at neighborslancaster.org/.
(Neighbors Community Center is a program of Eastern Mennonite Missions) | | Chrome & Candy
Join Friendship Community on Friday, October 24 from 4–7 p.m. for their Classic Car Cruise and Trunk or Treat. Expect a classic car cruise, with gift bags for the first twenty cars; a trunk or treat for kids and families; and a fall atmosphere to support a great cause and beautiful community! Proceeds from the events supports individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Learn more on Friendship Community's Facebook page. | | Maize & Snitz Fest
Join Mennonite Life on Saturday, October 4 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for Maize & Snitz Fest at the 1719 Museum! Expect artisans showcasing traditional crafts originating from Europe and the Indigenous Peoples of the Eastern Woodlands, including apple butter making, blacksmithing, bead work, and more. Guests can also bid on silent auction items. Learn more and register at mennonitelife.org/events/. | | No Longer Alone Family Support Group The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, supported by Landis Homes, will meet on September 28, 3–5 p.m. in the Crossings Meeting Room at Landis Homes, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA. The topic will be "Exploring Spiritual and Psychological Perspectives of Living" by speaker Susan Cabouli, a clinical psychologist at Lancaster Psychotherapy. The monthly meetings provide a place for those who have a loved one living with mental illness to learn and share their experiences. For more information, call 717-381-3599 or email jalbright@landis.org. | | | ¿Quieres recibir las Noticias de LMC en Español? | | | ¿Quieres recibir Noticias de LMC en español? ¡Haga clic aquí para registrarse! | | | | | |
