Mennonite Men Offering Oregon Eco-Excursion

Mennonite Men Offering Oregon Eco-Excursion

A week-long excursion to explore outdoor wild spaces, learn about forests in ecosystems of God’s creation, and help with newly planted trees along the Zena Forest. In June, 2022, Mennonite Men will host an eight-day eco-excursion in Oregon’s Willamette Valley....

A Word from the Missional Leadership Team

“So much change in so little time. So many opportunities to lose track of so many important details. But so many opportunities for the Spirit to breathe anew. This last point is one reason why I relish change…through those [times] I have witnessed the Spirit’s leading...

Celebrating

Rolando Sosa’s installation service at Piedra Viva Mennonite Church on December 19, officiated by Joanne Gallardo.   Mariah Martin’s ordination at Bonneyville Mennonite Church on January 2, officiated by Sharon Yoder.   Steady financial support for the vision and...

Connecting

Joanne preached at College Mennonite on December 5th and at First Mennonite (Indianapolis) on January 2nd.  Sharon and Joanne joined other MCUSA conference ministers meeting via zoom on January 11. This monthly connection creates space for sharing resources and...

Credentialing and Leadership Development

Leadership Enhancement Team and Ministry Credentialing Team will meet January 26 to discuss areas of collaboration in their work with leadership development.   Ministry Credentialing Team had a meaningful credentialing interview with Pastor Rolando Sosa on December...

Financial Update

* Please note that these totals do not include checks that were mailed between Christmas and New Years. These funds will be reflected in January 2022 income...

Pandemic Stress & the Power of Resilience

The current pandemic is undermining the mental and emotional wellbeing of many individuals, families, organizations, and churches. Combined with the rising tide of anger and division in society, debilitating levels of stress and anxiety are being reported. We need...

5 Things Friday Roundup

Joanne is a monthly contributor to the Anabaptist World online. Check out her 5 Things Friday Roundup: Having an...
Pandemic Stress and the Power of Resilience

Pandemic Stress and the Power of Resilience

The current pandemic is undermining the mental and emotional wellbeing of many individuals, families, organizations, and churches. Combined with the rising tide of anger and division in society, debilitating levels of stress and anxiety are being reported. We need...
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day Suggestions

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Day Suggestions

One of the priorities for the conference, discerned and affirmed by delegates in 2021, is Growing our Intercultural Witness. As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, we wanted to recommend some resources and events that could be a meaningful way to observe the...