Summer Fest Registration Opens Soon

Summer Fest Registration Opens Soon

We are looking forward to a new kind of annual gathering this summer, which also has a new name. We will gather in Indianapolis at Mara Christian Church of America, Indiana on June 7-8 for Summer Fest 2024. Mark your calendars and plan to attend this celebratory and...
Conference Sunday

Conference Sunday

We want to continue to celebrate the new things that God is doing in, with, and through us following Summer Fest (formerly Annual Sessions). As a way to support those who will be present at Summer Fest and to include those who are not able to attend, we will again be...
Celebrating

Celebrating

The visioning work of Ministry Leadership Team (MLT), our conference board. We were blessed with inspiring conversation at our meeting Saturday April 6, as we developed ideas proposed by the Intercultural Working Group to continue growing intercultural competency in...
Connecting

Connecting

Joanne and Sharon attended Constituency Leaders Council held at College Mennonite Church March 21-22. Joanne served as one of the worship leaders during the sessions. Sharon met with Kern Road Mennonite Church during their formation hour on March 24 to review...
Credentialing and Leadership Development

Credentialing and Leadership Development

Healthy Boundaries (HB) training is required for credentialed leaders every 3 years. Other congregational leaders are also encouraged to take the training. See the MC USA website for HB 101 and 201 trainings coming in April, May, and June: Healthy Boundaries Training...
From Amigo Centre

From Amigo Centre

May 3-5: Women and Girls’ Retreat – God brings Peace in the Storm and Beauty from Ashes  Register soon – the registration deadline for this retreat is April 21!  Scholarships are available.To learn more and register, go to...
Five Things Friday Roundup

Five Things Friday Roundup

This month, Conference Co-Minister Joanne Gallardo wrote about the origins of our favorite Easter traditions for the Five things Friday roundup. Check it out here.
Mennonite Public Educators Virtual Gathering

Mennonite Public Educators Virtual Gathering

The next virtual meeting of the Mennonite Public Educators group is on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 7pm Eastern. This group is intended for all Mennonite education professionals working in public school settings. These conversations are moderated by public school...
Restorative Justice Peace Camp

Restorative Justice Peace Camp

Are you, or a young adult you know, passionate about justice, healing, and community? Come be a part of our weeklong journey into the heart of restorative justice (RJ) in the vibrant city of Chicago, May 26-31! MCC young adult Peace Camps are opportunities for young...