As Mennonite Brethren, we say we are people of the Book. If this is true, some natural questions ought to come to our minds. Questions like “Who gets to interpret …
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Hans Kasdorf, a prominent theologian whose writing guides the mission endeavours of the Mennonite Brethren church, died Mar. 26, 2011, in Fresno, Cal., at 82.
“We promise to uphold you, walk alongside you, to pray for you, and to accept you into the family of God.”
Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall meet God.
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Hans Kasdorf: A Gentleman, a Scholar, and More
by ContributorHans Kasdorf, missiologist and a good friend, died at age 82 on March 26, 2011, in Fresno, California. While he now lives in glory, he also lives on in the …
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Reviving a community Spirit
by Phil WaglerAre we no longer communities of the Spirit?
Children are naturally inquisitive. To encourage conversations about – and love for – the Word of God, start by simply reading the Bible together with them. Respond to their questions. …
How do we collectively discern the Spirit’s direction when faced with new issues, difficult decisions, or conflicting opinions?
I don’t know about you, but when I first became a Christian, I tried to have it all together so that I would be a good advertisement for the faith. …
Spring is here and with spring comes new life and growth. Things are greener, more vibrant and colourful. Spring brings to mind thoughts of rebirth, renewal, and regrowth.
I suspect a lot of people would find this question quite amusing. For instance, the very notion of sin as an offence against a personal and righteous God now appears …
In spring 2010, Highland Community Church, Abbotsford, B.C., hosted a three-part series of conversations on unanswered prayer. The following is an excerpt from a panel discussion with congregation member and …
Poetry by Paul Esau
I was barely into my second year of pastoral ministry when I received a phone call. A young man had tried to take his life, and he was looking to …
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Christ’s message for the suffering church
by ContributorSuffering is part of the Mennonite Brethren identity. Suffering has been part of our experience in the Congo. I know many people who cannot have two meals a day. I …