Being resilient in the face of pandemic
The world has witnessed some especially difficult times in the past year. All of humanity’s institutions have been touched, if not shaken to their very core, by the events of 2020. The pandemic has shown us vulnerability, certainly. It has also shown us what it means to be resilient. Resiliency is a good word for […]
For his name’s sake — Missional Meditations
Looking at the scriptures with an eye toward mission. Joe Sawatzky shares a Missional Meditation titled "Staying to behold." It is based on the Revised Common Lectionary for April 25, the fourth Sunday of Easter. Our good deeds point beyond ourselves to their source—the strong and compassionate name of Jesus. John 10:11-18 Psalm 23 Acts 4:5-12 1 John 3:16-24 […]
Standing ready for the work of God
As we continue through Lent, Mike Sherrill reminds us that it is Mission Network’s calling to passionately participate in God’s mission of love across the street and around the world. We stand ready to provide eye-witness testimonies of what God has done. Some days we feel more ready than other days — and Lent provides […]
Mujeres latinoamericanas elaboran y lanzan un libro de devocionales
Article in English NEWTON, Kansas (Red Menonita de Misión) — Cuando las mujeres latinoamericanas buscaron un libro de devocionales anabautista escrito por mujeres y en idioma español no pudieron encontrar uno. Aunque la pandemia del COVID-19 detuvo el mundo, no detuvo la capacidad de resiliencia de estas mujeres que, en lugar de solamente desear […]
Weak enough to win others — Missional Meditations
Looking at the scriptures with an eye toward mission. Joe Sawatzky shares a Missional Meditation entitled "Weak enough to win others," is based on the Revised Common Lectionary for February 7, the fifth Sunday after Epiphany. Though Jesus embodied God’s extraordinary power, he became weak to draw us to God. Psalm 147:1-12 Isaiah 40:21-31 Mark 1:29-39 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 […]
Peek into Service Adventure with Kelby
Kelby Youngberg is a Service Adventure participant in Anchorage, Alaska. He works closely with a community of people who do not have homes. In this video, he expresses his desire to continue to learn from his experiences while still being a peacemaker through his work and service in Anchorage.
Two-way Mission update
Jerrell Ross Richer gives an update of the two-way mission they are a part of in Ecuador. Jane, Jerrell and their children work half the year with indigenous church leaders as well as children, youth and families in the Ecuadorian rain forest, and half the year as educators in the U.S. Their ministry reflects one of […]
Called amid crisis — Missional Meditations
Looking at the scriptures with an eye toward mission. Joe Sawatzky shares a Missional Meditation entitled, "Called amid crisis," based on the Revised Common Lectionary for January 17. Amid leadership crises, God raises up new leaders who will speak God’s truth. Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17 John 1:43-51 1 Samuel 3:1-20 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Thank you for joining us! This […]
Holiday Cheer webinar
It’s not too late to sign up! What: Webinar with Melody Pannell, Ann Jacobs and Karla MinterWhen: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2020Where: Zoom MeetingWhen: 7 p.m. EST | 6 p.m. CSTHow: Visit the registration page to sign up! Do not allow despair to fuel anxiety and stress, over these joyous holiday seasons — God is still with you! During this time of the year, traditionally, we prepare ourselves to gather together for the […]
New Executive Coordinators for AIMM introduced — Part 1
The first video in a two part series. Sharon Norton and Steve Wiebe-Johnson, co-directors for Africa and Europe, introduce John Fumana and Bruce Yoder who are the new Executive Coordinators for Africa Inter-Mennonite Mission (AIMM). They share a brief history of AIMM, missiological insights they have, and give their vision for the future of the […]