Weekly Word July 25-29
Don’t forget to send us your announcements and articles for the Weekly Word.
No olvide enviarnos sus anuncios y artículos para la Palabra Semanal.
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A note from our Chair, Phil Rosenberger, regarding our Annual Assembly last weekend:
What a wonderful time of food, fellowship and worship we had at the assembly last weekend.
A hearty THANK YOU!!! to the many people who helped in pulling it off! Especially to the South Texas Churches who made us feel right at home with them. THANK YOU!!!
For those of you who could not attend, below are links to the recording of the Worship Services and the Delegate Session for your use. They will be available for a few weeks.
Blessings to you all.
Recordings are available here.
Una nota de nuestro presidente, Phil Rosenberger, con respecto a nuestra Asamblea Anual el pasado fin de semana:
¡¡¡MUCHAS GRACIAS!!! a las muchas personas que ayudaron a lograrlo! Especialmente a las Iglesias del Sur de Texas que nos hicieron sentir como en casa con ellas. ¡¡¡GRACIAS!!!
Para aquellos de ustedes que no pudieron asistir, a continuación hay enlaces a la grabación de los Servicios de Adoración y la Sesión de Delegados para su uso. Estarán disponibles durante unas semanas.
Bendiciones para todos ustedes.
Las grabaciones están disponibles aquí.
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The following are bulletin announcements for August 7, from MCUSA.
Is your church engaged in work that combats poverty, dismantles racism, addresses immigration reform or reimagines policing? If so, Mennonite Church USA would like to invite you to apply for a Justice Fund grant to support this work! Read more about who qualifies and how to apply here: mennoniteusa.org/news/jf-applicants
Delegate Assembly
The Delegate Assembly is over, and decisions have been made. What has changed? What does it mean for my conference, my congregation and me? Mennonite Church USA Executive Board and staff members answer these questions and more in the “Special Session of the Delegate Assembly: What Now?” webinar. Watch the recording here: mennoniteusa.org/webinar-whatnow
Menno Snapshots
Clayton Gladish, pastor of Silverwood Mennonite Church, writes about how the passage of “A Resolution for Repentance and Transformation” can be an opportunity for us to widen the circle. Read his blog here: mennoniteusa.org/widening-circle
Menno Snapshots
Nature has a way of refreshing the soul, and Cheryl Mast has noticed this firsthand with students who have participated in the outdoor education program at Amigo Centre, a Mennonite Camp in Michigan. Read her blog, “The power of nature,” to learn more about how Mast has experienced students coming out of their shells while unplugging at camp. mennoniteusa.org/power-nature
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Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary has a new Global Leadership Collaborative (GLC) Specialist. You can learn about him here.
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You can read the most recent newsletter from Mennonite Mission Network here.
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Eastern Mennonite University Seminary has a new Graduate Certificate in Faith-Based Peace Building. You can learn about it here.
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The following are announcements from Camp Mennoscah. You can find more information at their website, https://www.campmennoscah.org/
Camp Sing on Saturday, August 6, at 2:30pm at Hope Mennonite Church in Wichita! Camp Mennoscah will be celebrating a wonderful summer through song! Everyone is invited to come and sing camp songs (both “traditional” ones from across the years and newer Praise & Worship ones). The final details are yet to be determined, but there will be soda pop–generic or otherwise! Put it on your calendar and come be part of the fun!
Other events and happenings:
Many thanks to the many volunteers of the 2022 summer–program directors, input leaders, counselors, kitchen staff, maintenance volunteers, and all the other delightful people who spent time at Camp Mennoscah! It has been a brilliant time with approx. 370 campers immersed in worship, friends, and caring relationships over 8 amazing camp weeks. Thank you for being part of these great experiences!
Work & Play Day on August 20! Camp Mennoscah has projects to complete and plenty to do after a busy, fun summer. You are invited to be part of this camping ministry through fellowship and service! Projects for all ages and weather are available. Let us know you’re coming so we can be prepared for you! Bring your lunch and a water bottle. The day will start at 8:30 at the maintenance shed. End your day with a leisurely kayak ride or stroll to the sandbar. Contact Olivia at 620-297-3290 or olivia.bartel@campmennoscah.org to sign up. Want to volunteer either before or after August 20? Call us!
Pardon the Mess! Camp Mennoscah is cleaning out and organizing maintenance sheds and other buildings. Items in the front “yard” will slowly find new homes. Thank you for your understanding!
Groups are invited to set their own precautions based on the comfort level of their group. Please note the RV electrical hookups are not available due to safety concerns.
Camp staff work hours vary depending on scheduled events for the week. The office assistant also works part-time from home. (Whenever a group is at camp, a staff person will be on duty.) Thank you for understanding! We will be in touch as soon as possible.
Posted on July 28, 2022 in Weekly Word