How should we remember 9/11?
By Jason MoyerI looked forward to our worship service Sept. 11, 2011 - the tenth anniversary of the horrific violence of the attack on the World Trade Center. When the state celebrates events connected to its sword-bearing function, the church has an opportunity to reaffirm its commitment to God and the Bible ... Read more ...
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Arli Klassen appointed to fundraising role with MWC
From Mennonite World Conference Arli Klassen of Kitchener, Ontario, will serve as development manager for Mennonite World Conference beginning Oct. 1. Until May or June of 2013, she will work half time with responsibilities for MWC fundraising and donor relations in North America. Then her role could become full time with fundraising responsibilities not only in North America but also in other parts of the world ... Read more ...
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MCC seeks support to ease plight of Syrian people
From Mennonite Central CommitteeAlmost 1.5 million Syrians are now seeking a safe place to live within their own country, displaced by conflict that has moved from city to city. Four hundred thousand have fled the country altogether-many with only a suitcase and the clothes on their backs ... Read more ... Mohammed holds Mahmoud while they wait for their mothers at the Caritas Jordan Mafraq center. At the center, Syrians can register as refugees, enroll their children in an after-school program, and receive material resources. Photo by Silas Crews.
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College Corner: My journey to AMBS
By Chaiya Hadtasunsern I am a Hmong man who was born into a poor family in which I had two brothers and two sisters. I am also a married man who loves to serve others and is seeking the way to make dreams come true ... Read more ...
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