Shia Muslims pray for Christ to revive humanity
When Peter Sensenig went to Iran to speak at a conference, he saw an Arabic wall-hanging with a prayer addressed to Jesus in his host’s home. Shia Muslims look for the return of Christ to restore justice to the earth. Sensenig states that in Advent, Christians, too, are waiting for the coming of Christ. What […]
Exploring the history of colonialism and apartheid in South Africa — Just Peace Pilgrimage photos
20 people from across the United States joined Chapter 2 of Mennonite Mission Network’s Racial Justice Pilgrimage. The Just Peace Pilgrimage ran from October 16-27 and had the group travel from Johannesburg to Cape Town, exploring the long history and legacy of colonialism and apartheid — a political social engineering project based on racial segregation […]
Mission Network accepting applications for Anti-Racism Grant
Mennonite Mission Network is offering Anti-Racism Grants specifically for organizations and ministries managed by Asian, Black, Hispanic, Indigenous or other People of Color groups who are engaged in peacebuilding, social justice and anti-racism efforts. The grant program is an acknowledgment of the historical and ongoing systemic disparities that disproportionately affect diverse communities and aims to empower those […]
Anti-Racism Grants
Grant applications are accepted from October to January. Awards are announced in the spring. Mennonite Mission Network is offering anti-racism grants for underfunded ministries and agencies in the United States managed by Asian, Black, Hispanic, Indigenous or other People of Color groups who are engaged in peacebuilding, social justice and anti-racism efforts. The grant program is an acknowledgment of […]
2023 year in review
Thank you for your prayers and support during this past year, and for the years to come.
Rethinking “Thanksgiving”
Embrace a transformative perspective this season by exploring the Indigenous Solidarity Network: Rethinking ‘Thanksgiving’ Toolkit with your family. In fostering understanding and empathy, this toolkit provides insights into Indigenous perspectives, history, and the complexities surrounding ‘Thanksgiving.’ By reading and reflecting together, we can engage in meaningful family conversations, broaden our cultural awareness, and work towards […]
God’s compassion
3:10 When God saw what they did, how they turned from their evil ways, God changed his mind about the calamity that he had said he would bring upon them, and he did not do it. Jonah’s Anger 4:1 But this was very displeasing to Jonah, and he became angry. 2 He prayed to the Lord and said, "O Lord! Is not […]
I have felt welcomed here
Hispanic Heritage Month began in the United States in 1968 as a week-long observance and was extended to a full month in 1988. There are several terms that have been adopted to refer to immigrant communities in the United States, particularly the Spanish-speaking communities from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and other places. […]
Just Peace Pilgrimage—Group tours explore peace and justice issues
Mennonite Mission Network invites you and your congregation or group on pilgrimages that explore what God is doing to bring about justice and peace in the world and ways in which we can participate in such movements. Mission Network invites your Sunday School class, youth group and friends to join us as we learn together […]
Mennonite Mission Network now scheduling autumn Just Peace Pilgrimages
Mennonite Mission Network is scheduling trips for groups and individuals to participate in new educational, eight- to 10-day pilgrimages in the United States, during which they will explore what God is doing to bring about justice and peace and ways to participate in such movements. Mission Network invites your family, friends, Bible study class and […]
Shared Voices version three is available
When Mennonite Mission Network initially developed Shared Voices, in 2007, the booklet was written as a guideline primarily for Marketing and Communication staff to reflect Mission Network’s commitment to anti-racist communication when telling stories across various types of media — written word, photography, video. Sharing and learning with communities across the globe, staff soon understood […]
Shared Voices
Shared Voices: Mennonite Mission Network guidelines for anti-racism and anti-sexism communication exemplifies Mennonite Mission Network’s commitment to antiracist, anti-sexist and anti-oppressive action and awareness. More than 20 years of international experience gives us a measure of expertise. However, we acknowledge that our organization remains on a journey as we promote the way of peace, justice […]