Peacemaking emphasized in new storybook Bible

 

From beginning to end, the Bible reminds us that we are made in God’s image and that God’s table has room for us all. God’s presence and peace become real to children of all ages in The Peace Table (Shine, July 2023), a comprehensive family storybook Bible with artwork from 30 illustrators.

A global church pilgrimage with Menno Simons

From a centuries-old church in Pingjum, Netherlands to a dim library in Tokyo, Doug Klassen tells stories of Menno and Mennonites in five countries.

Cross Culture Worship Service

Cross Cultural Worship Service held at Sherbrooke Mennonite Church.

The state of Christian Unity

Winnipeg – During the pandemic, Christian churches across various faith traditions have disagreed with public health orders restricting in-person gatherings.

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2023

After a multi-year pause in participation due to systems restructuring followed by covid challenges, Mennonite Church Canada is again inviting regional church congregations to participate in the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) from Jan. 18 – 25, 2023.

Kevin Barkowsky appointed interim EM

Mennonite Church British Columbia Leadership Board announces the interim appointment of Kevin Barkowsky to the Executive Minister position until this position is filled on a permanent basis through the ongoing Executive Minister search process. This appointment will take effect January 1, 2023 following Garry Janzen's retirement at the end of December 2022. 

Sandy Plett hired as Climate Action coordinator

Mennonite Church Canada is pleased to welcome Sandy Plett as climate action coordinator, a position that will coordinate efforts across the regional churches to build understanding and action around and in response to the climate crisis.

Jonathan Neufeld welcomed as Indigenous Relations coordinator for Mennonite Church Canada

Mennonite Church Canada is pleased to announce the hiring of Jonathan Neufeld as Indigenous Relations coordinator, a role that will seek to coordinate and resource the regional churches in their relationship-building with Indigenous communities.