Parents Who Pray Ministries
Over the summer, Parents Who Pray Ministries, which has connections within the New York City district of LMC, hosted a summer workshop series, "First the Heart." This three-part experience was designed to help parents experience God's transforming work from the inside out.
The workshops focused on the themes of identity, freedom, healing and wholeness, restoration, and communication, and how these things shape not only who we are, but also the atmosphere we create in our homes. Through biblical teaching, meaningful reflection, practical application, and authentic conversation, parents were equipped to lead their families with wisdom, grace, and confidence.
The recordings of the three workshops are now available. Minister Betty Rice leads "Set Free to Love Well: Walking in the Freedom to Love God, Yourself, and Your Family Well;" Prophet Theresa Burns leads "Beyond Generational Patterns: Breaking Cycles, Building Legacy;" and Pastor Ron Tinsley leads "The Darkside of Digital Culture: What Happens When the Fake Reality of the Internet Replaces the Real Thing?"
You can access the workshop recordings here. |
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2027 Youth Leaders Retreat
In February 2027 we will be holding a Youth Leaders' Retreat for youth pastors, leaders, and anyone who works with youth in LMC. Join us February 18-20 at the Welcoming Place!
The theme for this retreat is Transformed, Not Conformed. We are excited to announce Ron Tinsley (Pastor Tee) as our main speaker! Pastor Tee is the Pastor of Outreach at Oxford Circle Mennonite Church in Philadelphia.
In addition to the retreat, we will be hosting CruCon for a special, one-day training and equipping event on Thursday, February 18. This training is open to anyone interested in intergenerational wisdom-seeking conversations and youth formation in the digital age. If you would like to attend just the Thursday training, go to the registration form on our website and select "Thursday ONLY."
Costs:
Thursday ONLY - $50 (includes the CruCon training and lunch)
Retreat ONLY Individual - $175 (includes 2 nights lodging, 1 meal Thurs., 3 meals Fri., and 2 meals Sat.)
Retreat ONLY Double Occupant - $300 (includes 2 nights lodging, 1 meal Thurs., 3 meals Fri., and 2 meals Sat.)
Full Event Individual - $200 (includes 2 nights lodging, CruCon training, and all meals)
Full Event Double Occupant - $325 (includes 2 nights lodging, CruCon training, and all meals)
For more information and to register, go to lmcchurches.org/youth-leaders-retreat/. |
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BE:Longing High School Fall Retreat – South Central District
A weekend for high school students to chase Jesus, discover their gifts and purpose, and find community.
High School is a time of asking deep questions like, "Who Am I?" "Where is my place in the world?" and "Can I make a difference?" During Be:Longing, we will discover together what Scripture has to say in answer to these questions. We will worship, dive into Scripture, eat good food, and have lots of fun!
When: 12 p.m. on November 7 to 5 p.m. on November 8, 2026
Where: Journey@South Hutch (808 S Poplar, South Hutchinson, KS 67505)
Cost: $30/person
Accommodations will be in the lovely and comfortable Journey Mennonite Sunday School Classrooms. A detailed schedule, packing list, and other details will be emailed around 2 weeks before Be:Longing. For questions, contact Jesse at jesseb@journeymennonite.org. |
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Youth Worship and Prayer NightIf you're in the Southeast PA region, join local youth for a Worship and Prayer Night on Sunday, November 1 at Weaverland Church. Worship will be led by the band who led at YouthCon '26! Doors open at 5 p.m. for games, pizza, and specialty drinks. Worship and prayer start at 6:30 p.m.
Youth won't want to miss this evening of worship, testimonies, Scripture, prayer, and hanging out with friends. Register yourself and/or your youth group HERE. Thank you Weaverland for hosting this regional, LMC event!
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Invitation to a Learning Journey to Palestine & IsraelOur Palestinian Christian brothers and sisters invite us to "come and see." An informational Zoom meeting, to help you discern your participation (or not), is being planned for anyone interested in participating in this "Learning Journey" sometime in 2027. The Learning Journey would be led by Jonathan Bornman, who led a similar learning journey with a group of young adults in May 2026.
This trip is planned with a posture of prayer, listening to God, and listening to and relating with people who live in this land where there has been so much turmoil. Our Zoom meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4 at 9:30 AM ET. If you are interested in joining the Zoom call, email Mercedes at mthomas@lmcchurches.org.
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Come to the Table Retreat
Are you a young adult in southeast-PA? Consider signing up for the Come To The Table retreat January 15–17, 2027. The retreat will be held at Camp Hebron (957 Camp Hebron Rd., Halifax, PA). If you pay before Thanksgiving, cost is only $150; cost increases to $180 after Thanksgiving.
For more info and to register, visit mxgrfx.wixsite.com/cttt. |
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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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EMM Banquets
EMM is hosting three Vision and Fundraising Banquets: November 12, December 3, and February 17. Banquets will be hosted in Lancaster, Lititz, and Sarasota, FL, respectively.
During these banquets, partners will celebrate the doors God is opening around the world, hear stories of his faithfulness, and discover how you can continue to partner with EMM through prayer, participation, giving, or going. For more information, visit emm.org/events/. |
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Rare & Used Book Auction
Join Mennonite Life for their upcoming Rare & Used Book Auction on November 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.! The event is held in-person, however, you also have the opportunity to bid on books online and by mail before the auction. Registration for attending is not required. Find more information and the auction info page at mennonitelife.org/event/rare-used-book-auction-18/. |
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