The unexpected, tragic deaths of our twin sons, Jordan and Evan, dropped me into a dark hole—which King David aptly named “the valley of the shadow of death.” It is a foreboding and unfamiliar place. It is inky black with a high ceiling that blocks out any light. I fumbled through my days in its shadow.

Since its creation in 2020, the Fund has provided a total of 81 grants worth $206,900 to help groups respond to needs in their communities due to COVID-19. 

Full disclosure, my friends – I have times when I do not experience contentment. I demonstrate moments of discontent. However, I do eventually land in a space I call contentment equilibrium. Like you, I am on a journey to a spiritual satisfaction in Christ. The following is what I have learned about contentment. It has enabled me to better walk this journey…

“I had to take a step back and evaluate what my faith actually means, beginning with the MB Confession of Faith.” – Mikayla Doerksen takes to her YouTube channel to tackle tough questions about Christianity.

To the Anabaptist Mennonites and Brethren in Christ around the globe 
Peace and grace from your brothers and sisters gathered around Global Anabaptist Health Network, 

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant disruption, pain, and loss.  
We mourn with those who have lost loved ones and grieve the loss of livelihood for others.  

Randy Friesen is a dear brother and friend who has encouraged us, inspired us and taught us much of what it means to walk through trials with humility and grace. We bless him, Marjorie and his family as they enter a season of rest and reflection. We are eager to see what the Lord has in store and pray that God will continue to use him mightily among us.