Remembering Deke Rider, Director of Camp Hebron
The LMC Executive Bishop Team and Staff express their deep condolences on the unexpected passing of Deke Rider, Director of Camp Hebron. Our thoughts and prayers extend to Deke's wife and children. May the Good Shepherd comfort, encourage, and strengthen all those associated with the Camp in this season of loss.
Deke was a man of deep faith who loved the Lord and served his people. He had a heart for the disadvantaged and those on the margins. Deke served in his role with integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm.
LMC is grateful for the many ways that Deke's influence impacted hundreds of lives. His legacy will continue to live on through the lives that he touched.
We will continue to be praying for Deke's family, the Board, and Staff as they discern next steps.
~ LMC Executive Bishop Team and Staff |
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Youth Rally at Alive Church Ephrata
Alive Church Ephrata (510 Stevens Rd., Ephrata PA 17522) is hosting a youth rally on August 30th! The theme for the day is "Build Your Kingdom Here." Youth can expect tournaments and games, interactive breakouts, tasty food, worship, and a message from guest speaker Josh Lapp.
For more information, check out the attached event flyer. This event is open to any and all youth! |
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The Global Leadership Summit
"For years, the Weaverland leadership team has attended GLS. What started as a one-off event quickly became a priority in our annual calendar. We set aside two days to grow and invest in our personal and spiritual leadership together as a team. I assure you, GLS brings top-shelf resourcing and will grow and challenge any current or aspiring LMC leader who desires to grow their spiritual leadership.
Weaverland is thrilled to again host GLS on August 6-7. We would be honored to have you join us at this premier leadership equipping event."
Learn more online at Weaverland's website.
~ Brian Martin, Weaverland Lead Pastor & LMC Bishop |
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Community Hymn Sing
The Pennsylvania Relief Sale is hosting a Community Hymn Sing on August 23 at Intercourse Community Park! Arrive at 5:15 p.m. for fellowship; singing will start at 6 p.m. If you have a copy of Voices Together, Heartland Hymns, or a Din Lieder songbooks, please bring it along; extra books will be available if needed. Also, bring along a lawn chair. A freewill offering will be taken to benefit Mennonite Central Committee (MCC). For more info, call 717-208-4152, ext. 819. |
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 LMC is a Spirit-led movement to:
• Make disciples of Jesus
• Mobilize every member as a missionary
• Multiply faith communities locally and beyond
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Share Your Story
Everyone has a story. We'd love to hear how the Lord is speaking to you, how the Spirit is at work in your congregation, or how you're experiencing life transformation. Share your story online at our website.
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From Our Resource Partners |
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Come and See: West Africa | Eastern Mennonite Missions
Join EMM this January 6–18, 2027, as we visit the growing Christian communities of Gambia, Senegal, and Guinea-Bissau. Participants will learn about the growth of the Anabaptist church, experience the mission context of the region, and witness how the gospel has taken root among previously unreached peoples. As this is a spiritual journey through a developing part of the world, participants should be prepared to experience conditions that are less comfortable than those to which they may be accustomed when traveling in the developed world. Trip cost, including airfare from/to Dulles, local transportation, and lodging, but excluding vaccinations, medicine, and souvenirs, is $2,500 per person. Learn more and apply to join this trip at EMM.ORG/TRIPS. |
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Made Clear Webinar Series
Everence seeks to explain financial topics in clear, easy-to-understand ways to help people gain financial confidence. Their Made Clear Webinar series is designed to help with that, covering everything from investing basics to retirement planning to teaching your kids about money. Join their free, live webinars, or watch later on your own time. Visit their website for more info. |
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Night at the Ballpark
Join Friendship Community on Thursday, August 6 at 6:45 p.m. for their Night at the Ballpark! Held at Penn Medicine Park (650 North Prince St., Lancaster, PA 17603). Tickets are FREE, but with limited availability; RSVP your tickets by going to Friendship's website. Find more info at friendshipcommunity.net/night-at-the-ballpark/. |
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Pathways Institute Kickoff
Plan now to attend the Pathways Institute Kickoff on Tuesday, August 4 in High Foundation Auditorium, Crossing Building, at Landis Homes, from 1:30-3:00 p.m.! This festive, drop-in event is a chance to chat with instructors to see what lifelong learning classes you might like to attend this fall. Open to anyone aged 55+ in Lancaster County. Registration opens Wednesday, Aug. 5. For more info, or to register, contact us at (717) 381.3577 or www.thepathwaysinstitute.org/lancaster-county/. |
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No Longer Alone Family Support Group
The No Longer Alone Family Support Group, supported by Landis Communities, will meet the fourth Sunday of the month. The guest speakers for August will be Ken and Linda Kauffman, members of NLA FSG. Their presentation “Sharing their Journey with Mental Illness and the Mutual Benefits of NLA FSG” will be followed by a time of sharing.
The public meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. in the Crossings Meeting Room of the Calvin G. and Janet C. High Learning and Wellness Center at Landis Communities, 1001 East Oregon Road, Lititz, PA. The monthly meetings provide a place for those who have a loved one living with mental illness to learn and share their experiences.
For information or to receive a monthly meeting reminder, call 717-381-3599 or email JAlbright@landis.org. |
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Annual Storytelling Night
In a celebration of stories that transcend boundaries, Mennonite Life hosts its Annual Storytelling Night on Monday, August 3 at 7 p.m. at Forest Hills Mennonite Church (100 Quarry Road, Leola, PA 17540). Throughout the evening, storytellers Felixa V. de Kunkle and Conrad Kanagy will relate a series of alternating short-form anecdotes from their lives. Event is free; donations welcome. More at mennonitelife.org/events. |
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