MCEC PRAYERS FOR SUNDAY, June 30, 2024
Pray for Myrna Miller Dyck, (pastor, Hamilton Mennonite Church and MCEC Regional Ministry Associate) and her family, as they grieve the death of Myrna’s mother, Alma Miller, who died on June 20, 2024 in Ohio. The funeral was held on Monday, June 24; you can find the link for the recorded service on Alma’s memorial page.
Pray for Kara Carter (pastor, Elmira Mennonite Church) and her family, as they grieve the death of Kara’s father, Merle Shantz who died on June 20, 2024 in Listowel, ON. The funeral was held on Tuesday, June 25; you can find the link for the recorded service on Merle’s memorial page.
Josh Martin was Licensed Toward Ordination at Cassel Mennonite Church on June 23, 2024. Pray for Josh and the congregation as they celebrate his calling to ministerial leadership. To share your words of encouragement and support with Josh, you can reach him at josh.martin44@gmail.com.
Continue to pray for Myanmar, Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Palestine and throughout a world that cries for peace. Pray for those who are displaced, those who search for family members, those who make decisions and those who attempt to provide aid. Lord, make us channels of your peace!
MCEC BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR SUNDAY, June 30, 2024
Join our E-Newsletter Naming Contest!: Are you creative? Do you have a talent for creating catchy phrases? We need your help! We are refreshing our e-newsletter and we want YOU to name it! How to Enter: (1) Think of a Name; (2) Submit Your Entry; (3) Prize: The winner will receive 2 boxes of egg rolls from Grace Lao Mennonite Church’s next fundraiser (spring 2025)! Contest open until July 31, 2024. More information and to submit.
Future of Mennonite Men Ministry – Call for Feedback: The board of Mennonite Men, our bi-national ministry by and for men (see www.mennonitemen.org), is considering the future of this ministry in Canada. As a small, volunteer presence in Canada, it has been difficult to gauge interest and need to adequately serve the men of our constituency. Do men long for opportunities to grow, serve and give alongside other men? Is there a need for a service specific to men’s faith and well-being in our current world? Are there specific resources or questions relevant to men that we might assist with? Are there men interested in becoming involved as participants and/or leaders in this ministry? We invite your feedback as we discern together. Please contact Canadian Coordinator Don Neufeld at don.neufeld@outlook.com or 905-650-2577, or Ontario board member Doug Amstutz at dougamstutz1961@gmail.com or 519-503-9769, with any questions or comments.
MC Canada Gatherings 2025 – July 2-5, 2025 / MC Canada Gathering and MC Canada Youth Gathering: Mark your calendars for the MC Canada Gatherings 2025! We are excited to announce that the events will be held in Kitchener. Prepare for a time of fellowship, learning, and spiritual enrichment. (1) General Gathering – Rockway Mennonite Collegiate. This Gathering will focus on the many gifts from God that we all bring to an Intercultural Church. (2) Youth Gathering – Conrad Grebel University College. More information to follow. MCEC will play a key role in hosting these Gatherings. Get ready to welcome family from across Canada! Please keep the planners and event coordinators in your prayers and watch for opportunities to get involved.
ONLINE PUBLICATIONS
Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary [AMBS] Bulletin Announcements for July 2024
Canadian Mennonite University [CMU] Through this place June 2024 update and The Blazer summer 2024 issue
OASIS CHORALE
Sunday, July 7, 3:30pm – Oasis Chorale present a concert of a cappalla choral music, ‘Radiant Dawn’ at St Jacobs Mennonite Church (1310 King St N, St Jacobs). Oasis Chorale is a 40 voice Anabaptist touring choir – www.oasischorale.org. Free will offering. Click here for posters
MENNONITE WORLD CONFERENCE
Save the date for the summer event hosted by the Mennonite World Conference on Monday, 22 July 2024. Between 5 PM and 7 PM At Wanner Mennonite Church Cambridge, ON. It will be an evening of fellowship, sharing food and testimonies. In addition to enjoying a meal together, attendees will have the opportunity to mingle with Cesar Garcia, MWC General Secretary, and other members of MWC’s local family. *To get on the guest list please email kitchener@mwc-cmm.org or call 1 (519) 571-0060. *Limited availability
SILVER LAKE MENNONITE CAMP
Come to overnight summer camp at SLMC in Sauble Beach, ON! Mini Camp, Teen Camp, Specialty Camps and more. Register at slmc.ca/summer-camp.
HIDDEN ACRES
Family Camping Weekend at Hidden Acres: Join us for outdoor family fun at Hidden Acres June 28-29 for our Annual Family Camping Weekend. Camp sites are first come first serve, cabins require reservation. Check out our website or our brochure for details!
Overnight Camp at Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp: Looking to add some fun to your summer? There are still some spots available in our Overnight Camp weeks at Hidden Acres. Join us for classic camp fun July 14-19, July 21-26 or August 11-16. Registration is open through our website at www.hiddenacres.ca. Reach out to the camp with any questions: info@hiddenacres.ca
ROCKWAY MENNONITE COLLEGIATE
Rockway Mennonite Collegiate is accepting applications for a Custodian to work afternoon/evening shifts with occasional daytime and weekend hours. If you or someone you know would be interested in learning more, please view the full job posting at www.rockway.ca/employment.
DETWEILER MEETINGHOUSE: 3445 Roseville Rd. See poster on the bulletin board. Information at Detweilermeetinghouse.ca/events. Admission by donation.
Thursday, June 27 at 7 p.m. “Three in the Round,” Gwen Potter, John Harris and Bob MacLean’s very best folk/traditional selections for a special night.
Tuesday July 9 at 7 p.m. “Voices Together Hymn Sing” led by Mark Diller Harder. Hymn books provided or bring your own to enjoy familiar and new favourites and requests.
Thursday, August 1 at 7 pm. “The Hootenanny” Join us for perhaps our last program this summer led by a half dozen folks who have at least a dim recall of the joy and hope of the Great Folk Scare of the 60s. Sing, listen, laugh and see the power of music to create community.
CANADIAN MENNONITE UNIVERSITY [CMU]
CONRAD GREBEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Saengerfest: A centenary Mennonite Song Festival | August 25, 2024, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM, St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Kitchener. | Come together in song to commemorate the centenary of the 1920s Mennonite immigration from colonies in what would be today’s southern Ukraine to Waterloo Region. Admission by donation, with excess being collected for the with proceeds going to MCC Russlaender Remembrance Fund programming. uwaterloo.ca/grebel/events/saengerfest
Want to enrich your spiritual journey? The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program at Conrad Grebel University College and the University of Waterloo is for students who are looking to grow in wisdom and faith, explore contemporary issues, and learn from the diverse perspectives of their peers. We strive to create leaders who will advocate for justice and inclusion of all God’s people in the church and our world. Full-time Canadian/permanent resident MTS students are eligible for full tuition scholarships. Learn more at uwaterloo.ca/theological-studies
“Leading the Church Through Conflict” is not a workshop just for clergy and ministers (leaders), but for anyone who wants to support their congregation’s growth and community health. Plan to join us October 1 – 4, 2024 ONLINE each morning (9 am – 12:30 pm EDT) for a workshop led by Betty Pries, PhD, MTS, C. Med., for this interdenominational learning opportunity.
YOU CAN PROVIDE EMERGENCY RELIEF TODAY
MCC and local partners provide emergency assistance to affected families. Your donations and prayers help bring critical support to these global neighbours. To donate go to mcco.ca/volcano-relief
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