Like most Chinese MB members, we were an immigrant family from Hong Kong. Before we came some 10 years ago, we were members of an evangelical denomination. Joining an MB …
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Sustaining the mighty oaks
by James ToewsLord Nelson is known as Britain’s greatest naval commander. His victories over the French and Spanish in the late 18th and early 19th centuries fueled the motto: “Britannia rules the …
I love birthday celebrations. When I turned 35, I decided to throw myself a huge party. I wanted all my friends and family to gather for an evening of fun, …
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Our 150th anniversary: Celebrating what God has done worldwide
by David WiebeWhen my daughter turned 30, a box arrived via parcel post from her brother and sister-in-law. When she opened it there were 30 presents, each with 30 items! It was …
January 6, 2010, marks the 150th anniversary of the Mennonite Brethren…
The Christmas season holds in holy tension the extremes of the incarnation, between the “Lord of lords, and king of kings” of the Hallelujah chorus, and the lullabies cooed because …
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“What is my purpose?”
by James ToewsThey had been three good days of sitting with the brothers and sisters of our conference and wrestling together about the language of our common faith. How do we confess …
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The challenge of discerning God’s direction for us
by David WiebeIt was gratifying to see more than 200 people register for the study conference in Saskatoon. The presence of a lot of young adults added a wonderful dimension to the …
Biblical Text Examined: Psalm 29: “Our home has an ongoing seasonal conflict: when do you play the first Christmas CD? I’m a bit more traditional, and try to hold out …
The board of faith and life is to be commended for the 2009 study conference recently held in Saskatoon. It made an excellent choice in the theme and speaker. As …
Back in March, the MB Herald addressed the theme of our Aboriginal neighbours. We surveyed the landscape of Mennonite Brethren and Aboriginal ministry, and were challenged in articles by pastors …
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The promise of peace as well as the sword
by ContributorWhen Jesus was born, the heavenly host announced, “peace on earth, among those on whom his favor rests” (Luke 2:14).