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Thank you! Church Administrators, Church Secretaries, Bulletin Editors and Pastors for the link you provide keeping our members informed and involved in God's Mission near and far.
God bless you!
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Pastors, Church Administrators and Secretaries, Bulletin Editors:
These bulletin announcements are meant to be a helpful resource for those of you who put your congregations' bulletins together on a weekly basis. If there are ways we could present this information more effectively please don't hesitate to pass on your ideas or give feedback.
Some churches forward the following information and community life announcements to their attenders using email while others post various events in their weekly bulletin, on their church website, or Facebook page.
Please let us know if there are additional ways we can assist you as we serve together.
Peace and Laughter,
Brook Musselman
Atlantic Coast Conference Coordinator
(717) 394-8107
brookm@atlanticcoastconference.net
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New Conference Announcements
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Information Session - New PA State Child Abuse Laws
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Come to the January 13 informational meetings on the new Pennsylvania State child abuse laws that went into effect on December 31. Lancaster Mennonite Conference staff, along with a local attorney, will outline the changes effecting churches and answer questions. Program begins at 7 p.m.
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2015 Leadership Event
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Leadership and Learning From Each Other
with Jim Smucker
a half-day seminar for leaders of conference-related ministries, conference leaders, and pastors...sponsored by Lancaster Mennonite Conference and Atlantic Coast Conference
Friday, February 20
7:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Mennonite Central Committee Welcoming Place
21 South 12th Street, Akron, PA 17501
Registration deadline: Wed., Feb. 11
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Previously Published Conference Announcements
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| **Important: New PA State Child Abuse Laws |
Many new child abuse laws took effect in Pennsylvania on December 31 that will have an impact on churches and ministries with children's programs.
Contact Brook Musselman in the conference office if you're interested in learning more about resources to help your church remain compliant and develop practices to make your church a safe place for all.
ACC is partnering with Lancaster Mennonite Conference to offer an informational meeting on the new PA state child abuse laws. Meetings will be held January 13 and April 7. See the link above or contact either conference office for more information.
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Global Anabaptism Series
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You are invited to learn more about Anabaptist related churches around the globe in preparation for the Mennonite World Conference gathering in Harrisburg, PA July 21-26, 2015. On the Wednesday evenings a speaker will share regarding Anabaptist related churches on each of the five continents.
Gain a deeper understanding of how Anabaptist related churches have found and sustained their faith. Learn their histories and the issues they face today. Through their unique stories we have much to learn.
Ridgeview Mennonite Church, beginning January 21 at 7 p.m.
Event Flyer (DOC)
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MC USA and MWC Announcements
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| MC USA Convention: Kansas City 2015 |
 continues, this website will be the one-stop-shop for many details you'll need to know to start planning your participation in next year's convention. Please bookmark it, forward the link to others and check back often to see the promo videos and find out the unique things we are planning for Kansas City 2015
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Conference Related Ministries
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| Communications Internship |
Located 80 miles northwest of NYC, Camp Deerpark is dedicated to providing affordable Christian camping for inner city Mennonites with a mission to empower youth to serve Christ in the city.
Seeking young adult, aged 18-25, with writing/photography skills to assist communications for one year. Tasks include: social media, website maintenance, video production. Rm/bd, living allowance provided. More information at: http://www.campdeerpark.org/index.php/en/get-involved/service-opportunities or contact Ken Bontrager: deerparkdirector@gmail.com - (845) 283-8669.
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| LMS Events |
January 29 Open House at All LMS Campuses
Lancaster Mennonite School will hold a school-wide open houseThursday, January 29, 6-8:30 p.m. at its four campuses: Kraybill (PreK-8) in Mount Joy, Lancaster (grades 6-12), Locust Grove (PreK-8) in Smoketown/E. Lampeter Township, and New Danville (PreK-5).
The event will include guided tours and an opportunity to meet teachers and administrators.
At the Lancaster Campus there also will be an opportunity for students entering grades 9-12 to register for courses for the 2015-16 year. For more information call Christy Horst at (717) 509-4459, extension 312.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be held Thursday, February 5.
Children in kindergarten through second grade are invited to register for the spring 2015 semester of Prelude Music. Part of the Mennonite Children's Choir of Lancaster, Prelude Music is a non-auditioned group whose primary goal is to engage children with music. Playing, moving, listening and singing are important components. Classes are held Tuesday evenings in February through April at Blossom Hill Mennonite Church. Registration deadline is February 10. For more information, contact
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| Camp Hebron Women's Retreat, February 20-22 |
Join us for a spiritually refreshing weekend featuring nationally renowned speaker, Jessie Seneca.
Arrival: Friday @ 7 PM
Departure: Sunday @ 1 PM
Location: 957 Camp Hebron Rd, Halifax, PA 17032
Womens' Retreat Flyer
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| Seminary Scholarships Available |
For the 2015-16 school year Eastern Mennonite Seminary has a large number of Ministry Leadership Awards available. These awards range from ¼ - ¾ tuition for Mennonite and Anabaptist-affiliated students who show a sense of call and desire to serve the church.
Students are encouraged to apply by February 1 for these awards. They will be chosen based on application materials. Students who accept these awards are still eligible for other forms of financial aid like the Mennonite student discount and the church matching grant. They must study full-time on the Harrisonburg campus of EMS.
Contact Laura Amstutz,n Director of Seminary Admissions
and Seminary Communication Coordinator for more information: 540-432-4268, emu.edu/seminary
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| Cross Cultural Service for Graduate Students in Healthcare Professions |
Mennonite Healthcare Fellowship (MHF) offers scholarship funding for Anabaptist students to learn and serve in cross-cultural mission/service settings in developing countries. Deadline for 2015-16 academic year is May 15, 2015. For details and application form, see mennohealth.org/SET, email info@mennohealth.org, or call 1-888-406-3643.
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| Engaged Encounter |
If you are planning a wedding, let me encourage you to take a weekend away from wedding plans to focus on your marriage! Engaged Encounter will be held January 9-11 at Kenbrook Bible Camp, Lebanon. During the weekend, you'll learn skills to make your marriage better than you ever imagined. Visit www.marriageencounter.org or call 717-569-5676 for more information. Remember...the wedding is a day, marriage is a lifetime!
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| MCC Benefit Opera Gala |
 Join us for the 7th annual Voices of Hope Opera Gala on January 10, 2015 at 7pm at the historic Fulton Theatre, for a rollicking evening of belly laughs, jaw-droppingly beautiful singing, and inspiration!
Voices of Hope concerts raise money for Mennonite Central Committee's Global Family Program which provides life changing community based education to children and young adults around the globe.
Tickets are available by calling the Fulton Theatre box office 717-397-7425 or visit www.VoicesOfHopeOpera.org. Information on becoming an event sponsor is also available on our website!
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| MCC Updates |
MCC urgently needs relief kits, hygiene kits and comfortersfor its relief work, especially in the Middle East, specifically Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and Gaza. Because of such a demand, stocks of these items are in low supply at the Material Resource Center warehouse in Ephrata.
http://mcc.org/get-involved/kits
The Craft Stand coordinators want to remind crafters to begin creating for the 59th annual PA Relief Sale which will be held the third weekend of April, Friday and Saturday, April 17-18, 2015, at the Farm Show Building in Harrisburg, PA. We are seeking crafters who work with fabric, wood, paper, yarn, thread, or jewelry to make and donate quality crafts. Yes, the sale is almost five months away, but well-made crafts take lots of time! Please see the Craft Stand poster (on bulletin board) for additional details. Drop offs: anytime at Ephrata MCC Material Resources Center or bring to the Craft Stand at the sale. Feel free to call or email us with your questions or comments. Remember: all proceeds benefit MCC.
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| Eastern Mennonite Seminary:Lancaster Events |
Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Relations in Israel and Palestine
Instructors: Elias George and David Miron
Location: Parish Resource Center, 633 Community Way, Lancaster, Pa.
Dates: Tuesdays, 7:00pm - 8:45pm, January 13, 20, 27;
Feb. 3, 10, 17
Information and to register: Call Parish Resource Center,
(717) 299-1113
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| Landis Communities |
Pathways Institute for Lifelong Learning offers unique and fulfilling lifelong learning opportunities to engage in mental, cultural and spiritual activities for anyone 55 years and above in South Central Pennsylvania. The Spring 2015 Kick Off for the Lancaster area will be held Feb. 5 in the West Bethany Chapel of Landis Homes at 1:30 PM. To RSVP, contact Alice Whitman at (717) 381-3060 or awhitman@landishomes.org. Course listings and additional information available at www.thepathwaysinstitute.org/
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| Eastern Mennonite Missions Events |
You want your church spilling over with life and vitality. EMM does, too! Antonio Ulloa, church revitalization coach, would love to engage with you. He is available to teach any of six series (3-5 sessions each) in a series of Sunday morning services, a series of small group gatherings, or renewal meetings. For the titles of the six series, visit emm.org/speakers or contact Antonio Ulloa at 717 898-2251.
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Camp Hebron
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Weekend Getaway at Camp Hebron
Camp Hebron offers a variety of programming in the Fall and Winter months allowing you and your church group to benefit from a weekend to connect with God, nature and each other. Enjoy great speakers, outdoor/indoor activities and much needed rest and relaxation. Register online for: Jr. High Retreat - 1/30-2/1/15; Women's Retreat - 2/20-22/15. For more information visit www.camphebron.org, call (717)-896-3441 or email kendra@camphebron.org.
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Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society Events
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Annual Music Night
Enjoy melodies from around the world with Annual Music Night Saturday, January 31, 2015, starting at 7 p.m. at Neffsville Mennonite Church-2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster, Pa. The evening will feature songs from the continents of Latin America, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Tickets are $20 per person, $15 for students with ID, and $15 per person for households of three or more. Get your tickets at lmhs.org or by calling (717) 393-9745.
Mennonite World Conference book discussion
Prepare for PA 2015 by learning more about the beliefs that 1.7 million Mennonites and related groups share in common around the world. Attend a Book Discussion of What We Believe Together on Monday evening, January 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Forest Hills Mennonite Church (100 Quarry Rd., Leola, PA 17540). Three persons with deep connections to Mennonite World Conference will lead the conversation-Richard Thomas, Devin Manzullo-Thomas, and Phyllis Pellman Good. Books are available from Lancaster Mennonite Historical Society (717/393-9745, or at www.lmhs.org).
Grain Painting
Learn how to false-grain a box during this folk art class on Saturday, February 7, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Society-2215 Millstream Rd., Lancaster, Pa. The class is taught by local fancy painter' Jim King. Cost is $50 for members/$60 for nonmembers; materials are included in the tuition. Register by January 24 at lmhs.org or by calling (717) 393-9745.
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