Anabaptists from four Andean nations worship and explore themes of reconciliation: a photo essay
Approximately 130 Anabaptists from nine conferences in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Venezuela gathered in Quito, Ecuador, February 18 – 21, 2023. This Andean regional gathering was originally planned for November 2020, two years after the previous event in Cali, Colombia, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Other meetings prior to the full gathering […]
A windmill becomes a windfall
Living out our calling together A message from Marisa Smucker, Interim Executive Director At Mennonite Mission Network, we believe that all our activities should be rooted in our shared calling. Engaging with cultures and contexts in a constantly changing world makes us look at how we live, as individuals and as a […]
Mission director of world’s largest Mennonite denomination shares strategy
Abayneh Anjulo Wanore, director of missions, evangelism and church planting for Meserete Kristos Church, called Mennonites to global church unity. Feb. 9, Abayneh Anjulo Wanore, director of missions, evangelism and church planting for Meserete Kristos Church (MKC) in Ethiopia inspired Mennonite Mission Network staff. Employees of Mission Network who work from offices in Elkhart, Indiana, […]
Youth Venture Republic of Benin Tour is open for applications
2 weeks Ages 15-22 Dates: The last two weeks in July 2023 (details to come) Cost: $ 2,700, plus travel to U.S. departure city. Covers travel from United States to Benin, in-country travel, meals and lodging. There will be an additional cost for required vaccinations for entry into Benin. Accommodations will be on the […]
Making our way
Gratitude and blessings A message from Karen Horsman As I reflect on the past year, my heart is filled with gladness and gratitude for how God has been working in and through Mennonite Mission Network to share all of Christ with all of creation. You, our donors, have provided unwavering generosity and encouragement. […]
MVS Minute #05: Post-grad MVS? YES!
After graduation, Elizabeth Breckbill knew Mennonite Voluntary Service was the best next step. Check out the video to find out why! ☝ To learn more about MVS, go to the Mennonite Voluntary Service web page.
MVS Minute #08: Alamosa unit sneak peek!
Each Mennonite Voluntary Service placement connects you with local non-profits that help with real needs in communities across the U.S. To learn more about MVS, go to the Mennonite Voluntary Service web page.
SOOP opportunities at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp
Amanda and Tyler Yoder talk about their service at Rocky Mountain Mennonite Camp (RMMC) through SOOP, a Mission Network program. While at RMMC, they have grown closer as a family with their two young children, and have found a great environment to live, work, and play in.
Stir Up Peace webinar with Sarah and Jonathan Nahar on the nonviolent direct action video series
Webinar recording Monday, June 6 Following Jesus means seeking God’s kingdom and righteousness, but we can’t use violence to do it. With nonviolent direct action, we can create the change that God is calling us to make. Join peacemakers Jonathan and Sarah Nahar for the Stir Up Peace webinar and learn more about this exciting curriculum that’s […]
MissionWary live podcast
The live podcast episode of MissionWary? is now available to watch on-demand! Join Mziwandile Nkutha and Andrew Suderman as they dig deep into the complexity of mission in the South African context. Also featured in this episode are interviews with Yalile Caballero Vargas, president of Iglesia Cristiana Menonita de Colombia (IMCOL—Colombian Mennonite Church), Willi Hugo Pérez, president […]
Hope and peace shine through in difficult times
It’s been two years. Two years since the first case of the virus that causes COVID-19 was confirmed in the United States. Two years since the country — and much of the world — ground to a screeching halt in the face of a public health crisis that exposed glaring weaknesses in our society. It […]
Hope and peace shine through in difficult times
We are being transformed By Mike Sherrill The only constant in the world is change, which most humans tend to resist. Change can be devastating — or it can be transformative. Sometimes change can sneak up on a society, like the multi-year pandemic that has sadly upended — and ended — lives all around the […]