Judgement in the Face of Evil
Throughout Scripture, God has always taken the side of the marginalized, poor, and oppressed. God’s people are called to do the same. But we can’t be on the side of the oppressed without judging the oppressor.
Read MoreYes. The Church Still Has Legs!
So much has changed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Is the Church still relevant even though we can’t meet in person? Will the Church be needed after the pandemic is over?
Read MoreThe Gift of a Coffee with John H. Neufeld
One of the greatest gifts you can give another person is your time. That’s why I was honoured when one of the pillars in our Mennonite church took the time to have coffee with me.
Read MoreFinding the Kingdom of God at Camp
A few months ago, I thought any hope of still running summer camp this year was gone for good. But I’m so thankful that our camps have found an innovative way to open up their space to kids this year. Once again, I got to witness the kingdom of God at work.
Read MoreBirth and Death During COVID-19
My family and I experienced both birth and death during this COVID-19 pandemic. While the experiences were vastly different, both solidified for me the importance of relationships and community.
Read MoreYou Are Not Alone
You are not alone. No matter what wilderness we walk through, God is always with us. The community of the church, the body of Christ is too. But don’t take my word for it. Take some time to listen to leaders from across Mennonite Church Canada.
Read MoreCan God Really Bring Peace?
We can justify anything to ourselves or to people who are on our side, but in the Kingdom of God, there's only one use for the weapons we carry - to redeem them as tools that can bring life.
Read MoreI Stood By and Did Nothing
My brother and I went to pick up Jess from her work. Outside the hospital, a fight broke out. I felt like I should do something, but I stood by and did nothing.
Read MoreThe Last Objectors - Remembering Our Story
It is so important for us to keep our history alive for future generations. Our Mennonite history is proof for us that there is an alternative to fighting with violence in war. The Last Objectors is a new documentary that tells that story.
Read MoreToday I Remember My Opa - A WWII Veteran
Today, millions of Canadians will pause and remember. Today, I remember my Opa. But it's a little more complicated than that.
Read MoreLicence to Scream
What do you do to confront suffering and evil in this world? Have you discovered the practice of lament? J. Richard Middleton digs deep into the teachings of the Psalms and the stories of Abraham and Job to teach us what role lament has in our relationship with God.
Read MoreI've Never Had Rollkuchen. Can I Still Be Mennonite?
Do you call yourself a Mennonite? Are you curious about what makes Mennonites who they are? If, when people think of Mennonites, they think of white Europeans, Low-German and rollkuchen, then I think we've missed the point.
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