Service Adventure units welcome new participants
NEWTON, Kansas (Mennonite Mission Network) – Service Adventure is often described as a ‘gap year experience’ – a year after high school to gain perspective before diving back into school, a job, or whatever is next. This gap year is not a pause in education, but it is a shift in growth: from academic to […]
New MVS participants join units across the country
NEWTON, Kansas (Mennonite Mission Network) – The waning days of August herald the return to school for students across the United States. Anticipation for new experiences, and hesitation to embrace the unknown intertwine in the air of classrooms, dormitories and lecture halls. In Mennonite Voluntary Service (MVS) units across the country, these emotions are paired […]
Here with purpose: Eric Frey Martin
Every organization has a purpose; an answer to the deceptively simple question, "Why?" At Mennonite Mission Network, that "why?" is to lead, mobilize and equip the church to participate in holistic witness to Jesus Christ — across the street, all through the marketplaces and around the world. In this new Q&A series, Mission Network asks […]
Peacebuilding efforts continue in Ecuador
Versión en español Injustice in Ecuador, especially for Indigenous Peoples, has ignited protests, national uprisings and strikes over the past four decades, which are increasing in frequency. Although Ecuador’s constitution and international law recognize Indigenous Peoples’ rights, United Nations experts found "persistent gaps" in the enforcement of these rights, especially regarding mineral extraction and development […]
Service Adventure: step into what’s next!
For participants, Service Adventure is a chance to step into adulthood, alongside a unit leader and supporting church community. For unit leaders like Travis, it’s an opportunity to mentor young adults as they grow into who they dream to be! ✨ Go to the Service Adventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings in places across […]
Service Adventure leadership: the typical day
Picture this: you’re a Service Adventure leader with one of the units across the United States. Want to know what your typical day looks like? Check out the video above! 👆 Go to the ServiceAdventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings in places across the United States. Apply by January 31… before the August placements […]
What makes a Service Adventure leader?
Shelby’s guide to being a Service Adventure leader? Be the mentor you wanted when you were growing up!🤗 Go to the Service Adventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings in places across the United States. Apply by January 31… before the August placements are full!
Make service an adventure!
Each Service Adventure placement connects participants with grassroots non-profits in the local community. The unforgettable stories are just part of the experience! Go to the Service Adventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings in places across the United States. Apply by January 31… before the August placements are full!
Community living takes work!
Service Adventure confession: living with other people takes work! 👷♀️ Check out the video to learn how Service Adventure participants Anna and Neeltje have made living in community with other participants and unit leaders happen! Go to the Service Adventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings in places across the United States.
Peacemaking agency director challenges U.S. churches to uphold democracy by creating space for dialog
Oscar Siwali sees a lot of similarities between the United States and South Africa. "More than you know," he said with a smile at the Thursday afternoon MennoCon23 seminar, ‘Toward the May/June 2024 South African Election.’ Some of the similarities are good. Both countries are symbols of democracy, and the peaceful transfer of power. Yet […]
Unforgettable? That’s Service Adventure!
Fun?✅Challenging?✅Unforgettable?✅ Being a Service Adventure unit leader is a chance to forge community with young adults by walking alongside them as a mentor in a shared house. Interested? ✅ out the Service Adventure webpage for current participant and leadership openings.
First night of MennoCon provides a space for church planting roundtable
On Monday evening, after the first worship session of MennoCon23 had let out, attendees spilled from the Grand Hall in many directions. Some picked up ice cream bars and sandwiches, compliments of Mennonite Church USA. Others headed for the exhibit booths, seeking first pick of the stickers, games and raffles. Groups in the convention center foyer […]