To the Franconia Conference Community
March 5, 2010
We wish to continue communicating regarding the planned process that is underway and the additional face-to-face meetings that are forthcoming.
After the March 8 and March 9 meeting for all Credentialed leaders of Franconia Conference, additional meetings will be planned for all Franconia Conference Delegates, Conference Related Ministry leaders, and open meetings for interested persons as discerned. We will be in dialogue with leaders and ministries who are at much greater geographical distance from the Conference Center in Harleysville regarding face-to-face meetings.
We again extend heart felt thanks to everyone who has and continues to express deep care, concern and to be in prayer for all involved. Peace.
Franconia Conference Board
March 3, 2010
The Conference Board is deeply saddened with the confusion that has been created in parts of the Franconia Conference Community and beyond. We take responsibility for not communicating quickly enough and with clarity.
• The news has gone out that Franconia Conference Board has made a decision to dismiss all the staff.
• The reality is that the staff has been informed that in the coming year the direction the Board is calling for requires a mid-course correction, to come into a greater alignment of fulfilling our mission to Equip Leaders to Empower Others to Embrace God’s Mission.
• A smaller Conference staff to include LEADership Ministers, will continue, but will be narrowly focused on equipping congregations to becoming missional.
• We lament the deep pain and suffering that this decision has caused staff and others by not including the staff directly in the decision-making process.
• We will work towards a healthy ending process and seek to build upon the hard work and creativity by which the staff has carried out their work to date.
The Conference Board will be facilitating public meetings to engage in further dialogue regarding all that has transpired. The following times and dates have been set as follows:
• Monday, March 8, 2010 from 7-9 pm at Towamencin Mennonite Church for all Credentialed Leaders of Franconia Mennonite Conference;
• A second meeting will happen on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 from 9-11 am at the Mennonite Conference Center.
Summer Classes
Eastern Mennonite Seminary aims to provide resources to pastors and leaders. Several classes being offered this summer that might be useful or of interest to you. Those classes are as follows:
Distance Learning Course - Money, Ministry and Me
Professor Beryl Jantzi
May 3 – June 26
This course involves an exploration of stewardship education resources alongside an exploration of financial tools and services needed in today’s world. It is designed to serve the needs of pastors and other church leaders in the congregation.
Summer Institute for Spiritual Formation
June 14 – 25
This two-week institute offers courses in spiritual formation, and spiritual disciplines and their application in individual and congregational life.
Cross-Cultual to the United Kingdom
Struggle and Hope in Post-Christendom
Instructors: Steve Kriss and Stuart Murray Williams
May 1 Orientation, May 16 - 24 Travel, June 25 – 26 Debriefing
This course is designed to offer a reflective and engaging pace in the post- Christendom context in the UK while attempting to investigate the difference and similarity of North American context.
For more information visit www.emu.edu/seminary/courses/summer_institute/
Thank you for your prayer support of Mennonite education. The Mennonite Education Agency has posted new Prayers for Faith and Learning for the month of March at www.MennoniteEducation.org/PRAYERS. Subscriptions are available online by visiting www.MennoniteEducation.org/Subscribe.
“Dock’s Got Talent” will raise money to help Nations Worship Center, a Franconia conference church, raise money for a new worship space. The talent show fundraiser will be held at Christopher Dock Mennonite High School tomorrow evening, Monday, March 8 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. The entry “fee” for the talent show was either $100 or 100 lbs. of jasmine rice or Ramen noodles. The food will also be donated to NWC for a food distribution program it operates for families in its south Philadelphia neighborhood. Members of NWC will join for the evening, which will also feature a silent auction and food sales (rice and noodles, naturally). Come out and have some fun for a great cause!
Karen’s Place, the coffee shop ministry of Doylestown Mennonite Church, continues the 10th Annual Blues-Rock Madness Month on Saturday, March 13 with Raging Grace, a Connecticut based blues-rock band. Admission is free. Donations collected will go to Mennonite Disaster Service to benefit hurricane victims in the Gulf area. Join this great time of Christian fellowship and music in a laid-back coffee-shop setting. For more information, please call the church office at 215-345-6377 or visit www.karensplace.org.
You are invited to RIPPLE at The Caring Place, 931 Hamilton St., Allentown, PA, on Sunday, March 14 at 4 p.m. to share in a possibility that will provide hope to the community and to help realize a dream of helping others in need. We will be praying, worshiping and giving what we can to help build a professional kitchen in the Caring Place. Mrs. Mary Griffin, director of The Caring Place (where Ripple meets), has a vision of a space where people of the Lehigh Valley can find work in their own micro-business by using a restaurant-quality inspected kitchen to produce specialty food items to sell. The youth of The Caring Place can also learn vocational skills from professional chefs to help them reach their career goals. Come in casual dress, have a snack and a cup of coffee in the Caring Coffee Cafe, hear the Word of God as it is relevant and involved in our lives, listen to a dream, pray for God’s possibilities, offer what you can–your talent (we will be working together on 3/20/10), donations and prayers. Childcare is available. If you would like more information, contact Tom Albright at 610-462-1075.
Come to the Quiet . . . at the next monthly Evening Song and Prayer service at Perkasie Mennonite Church on Sunday, March 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. Using music from the Taizé community in France, as well as hymns of the church, we gather in a candle-lit atmosphere for scripture, song, silence, and prayers for our world, communities and loved ones. For directions check the church website at www.perkmenno.org or call 215-257-3117.
PA Relief Sale! Join the festivities on April 2 and 3 at the Farm Show Complex, Harrisburg. Come for the food, bid on items at the Quilt Auction and Country Auction, and shop at the flower booth and other artisan displays. Children will enjoy activities in the Children’s area including an auction just for them! All sale day proceeds benefit the worldwide relief efforts of Mennonite Central Committee.
The Mennonite Central Committee Material Resource Project for April is Sewing Kits. When Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) began 90 years ago, the first supplies were sent to Mennonites living in Ukraine who were suffering from lack of food. MCC continues helping in that part of the world by sending more than 500 to Ukraine in the past year. The kits provide basic tools to make and mend clothing. People with little access to these simple but important items will use them well. Sewing kits are distributed in a useful double drawstring cloth bag (11in x 16in). You may sew the bag yourself, request bags from an MCC collection center, or donate contents that will be placed in a bag by MCC staff. Kits may be dropped off at the MCC Material Resource Center of Harleysville at 737 Hagey Center Drive, Suite C, Souderton. Contents (NEW items only)
1 metric tape measure
2 spools dual use white thread (cotton/polyester, minimum 273m / 300 yards each)
2 spools dual use black thread (cotton/polyester, minimum 273m / 300 yards each)
1 thimble (medium size)
1 dressmaker’s scissors (good quality)
1 pkg. needles (approx. 25)
1 pkg. straight pins (approx. 100)
1 pkg. hooks and eyes (approx. 12)
1 pkg. sew on snaps (approx. 20-25)
10 assorted safety pins
Kairos: School of Spiritual Formation welcomes all interested in the following April 2010 retreats at the Jesuit Center in Wernersville, PA. Register by March 25. Later registrations accepted on a space-available basis. For more information on the retreats or to register visit www.on-the-journey.org or contact Kairos at 717-669-2957:
* Silent Retreat: Wednesday evening April 7 to Friday, April 9 at noon
* Love as a Central Theme to the Journey: Friday evening, April 9 to Sunday, April 11 noon or Sat (only option)
* Silent Retreat: Friday evening, April 9 to Sunday, April 11 at noon or Sat (only option)
Haitian Medical Evacuees Update
Thank you to those who responded with interest and open hearts to assist Haitian medical evacuees and their escorts. At this point Pennsylvania is no longer on call to receive medical evacuees. The majority of medically needy persons were evacuated to Florida. There are still persons affected by the earthquake who are arriving in our community. You are encouraged to keep your ears open to the local Haitian community who may still be impacted with persons leaving Haiti. Thank you for you willingness to share Christ’s love in this way.
A Photo Club is being held at Wellspring Church of Skippack. The club will meet in the Fellowship Hall. The next meeting is Thursday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. Come for mutual support, do monthly photography projects, and receive constructive critique of each other’s work. There will be an occasional field trip. All are welcome!
Women are invited to a Christ centered Women’s Conference hosted by Perkiomenville Mennonite Church, Saturday, March 13, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The purpose of the conference is to equip wives to live out their unique calling as the Revealer of the Enemy, in protecting their husband from attacks. Register by March 8, www.TheMMConnection.com or contact the church at perkmc@verizon.net or 215-234-4011.
A Benefit Concert for MCC’s Haiti Earthquake Appeal will be held at Souderton Mennonite Church, Saturday, March 20, 6:30 p.m. Featured will be Southern Gospel Music with the Harmenaires Quartet, Celtic and American Folk Music with DayBreak and a Bluegrass Band. A love offering will be received for MCC.
The Mennonite Heritage Center announces a Scrapple and Sausage Making Workshop, Saturday, March 20, 1 - 4 p.m. This workshop is an opportunity to learn what really goes into scrapple! Participants will learn how to make the scrapple and sausage that were traditionally made and consumed in large quantities during winter butchering time. Pre-registration is required as the workshop is limited to twelve participants. The workshop fee is $40 ($35 members) plus a materials fee of $10. To register, contact the Mennonite Heritage Center, info@mhep.org, 215-256-3020 or check the visit www.mhep.org.
Job Opportunities
Souderton Mennonite Church seeks a part-time Director of Music and Worship to plan and lead worship for both traditional and contemporary worship settings. The candidate should be a gifted worship leader and musician who will be able to lead, train and equip other persons and teams to lead worship as well. This person should be a gifted musician, eager to lead persons into the presence of God in worship with a faith rooted in the Anabaptist understanding of knowing and following Jesus. Interested applicants should forward questions and resumes to: Gerry Clemmer, Senior Pastor, c/o Souderton Mennonite Church 105 W. Chestnut St., Souderton, PA 18964; 215-723-3088 ext. 18; gclemmer@soudertonmennonite.org.
Prayerfully consider a teaching position opened at Hilltop Nursery School located at Line Lexington Mennonite Church. For more information call 215-822-0565.
All are invited to a worship service in song with the Goshen College Men’s Chorus on Tuesday, February 23, 7 p.m., at West Philadelphia Mennonite Fellowship. The 45-student ensemble, directed by Dr. Scott Hochstetler, will present a sacred music journey through time and culture with the theme of “Healing the World Song by Song.” For more information call 215-729-2050.
Karen’s Place the coffee shop ministry of Doylestown Mennonite Church kicks off the 10th Annual Blues - Rock Madness Month on Saturday, March 6 featuring the blues-rock band Obadiah. Donations continue to be collected for hurricane victims of Gulf Area. Monies will be forwarded to Mennonite Disaster Service. Karen’s Place donates a percentage of their proceeds to the New Britain Baptist Food Larder. Bring a canned fruit, vegetable, or soup {no baked beans or tomato soup please} for the Food Larder and you’ll get a free coffee or hot tea. A great time of Christian fellowship, music, coffee, cappuccino, cold drinks and snacks, all in a laid-back coffee shop setting. For information please call the church office at 215-345-6377 or visit www.karensplace.org.
Salford Mennonite Child Care Centers is sponsoring a “Mommy and Me Sale” to take place in the church fellowship hall on Friday, March 12, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. This is a multi-participant sale of infant / children’s items (clothing, toys, equipment, etc.), as well as maternity clothing, open to the public. Those that would like to consign items are invited to call Traci Brunstetter at 215-256-6421 ext. 115 or email brunstettert@salfordmc.org for details. Cost per family is only $5.00 and pays for advertising the Consignment Sale to the general community.
Ministry Leaders, mark your calendar for Thursday, March 18. Marlene Derstine, ministry team leader at Franconia Mennonite Church for Prayer and Women’s Ministries, will lead a workshop, “The Role Of Ministry Teams”, at Souderton Mennonite Church, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. This is a great training opportunity for you and your teammates. To reserve a Subway box lunch at a cost of $5.00 for this event, please contact Jim Laverty at jlaverty@soudertonmennonite.org or 215-723-3088 ext. 16 by Tuesday, March 16.
ASSETS Montco, Norristown, will offer the Business Design and Management Course for aspiring and current small business owners, Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 25 – June 17, 7 – 9 p.m. Topics include vision & mission, sales, promotion and marketing, cash flow, financial record keeping, taxes, legal issues, insurance, technology, and more. Research and write your business plan! For information and registration call 610-275-3520 or visit www.assetsmontco.org.
MCC Material Resource Center of Harleysville has moved! They are now at their new facility at 737 Hagey Center Drive, Suite C, Souderton, PA, 18964 (next to Hagey’s Bus Service off of Schoolhouse Road). The new phone number is 267-203-8074 and the new e-mail address is mrc@mcc-harleysville.org. This new space will accommodate many more volunteers to process additional quilts, comforters, kits, and some new endeavors to help those less fortunate around the world. Visitors are welcome! Center hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Mennonite Central Committee Material Resource Project for March is flat sheets. MCC’s initial response to the earthquake in Haiti consisted of food and medical supplies, tarps and other urgent supplies coming across from the Dominican Republic, water filtration equipment, as well as several key personnel going to do an initial assessment of the situation. Flat sheets are one item still in very short supply and they are critically needed. MCC is seeking 10,000 NEW flat sheets. For this effort, please use double, queen or king-size sheets in light colors. Sheets will also be used as mosquito netting and light colors are less attractive to mosquitoes. All Cotton fabric and 300 count threads are preferred if possible as they work the best for mosquito netting purposes. Sheets and relief kits can be dropped off at the MCC Material Resource Center’s new location at 737 Hagey Center Drive, Suite C, Souderton (next to Hagey’s Bus Service on Schoolhouse Road).
Do you like to sew or quilt? Penn View Christian School is looking for churches with sewing circles that would be willing to quilt some “quilt tops” for our 49th annual Country Fair and Auction this year. If interested, contact Kelly Yetter, kyetter@pennview.org or 215-723-1196 x1280.
An Ash Wednesday and Bread Service will be held February 17 at 7 p.m. at Whitehall Mennonite Church, 4138 Wilson St., Egypt/Whitehall, PA. All are invited to come for scripture, music, the presentation of the breads and spirit-directed self-reflection. For directions, go to www.wmcfun.org.
Mennonite hunters and others are invited to a meeting to learn “Why Hunters Should Support Gun Violence Prevention.” The meeting will be held at Towamencin Mennonite Church on Thursday, February 25 at 7:30 p.m. Bryan Miller and Drick Boyd, founding members of Heeding God’s Call, will be the speakers, followed by open discussion. Heeding God’s Call is a multi-faith organization committed to curbing the process of “straw purchasing” by calling on gun shops to monitor who they sell guns to more closely. Bryan Miller is Executive Director of Ceasefire NJ and Drick Boyd is Professor of Urban and Interdisciplinary Studies at Eastern University. The meeting is sponsored by the Peace and Justice Committee Eastern District Conference/Franconia Mennonite Conference. For further information contact James C. Longacre at 610-845-7686.
Tents for Haiti - As part of the relief/recovery efforts for people in Haiti, Souderton Mennonite Church is collecting 4-person or larger tents (new or in good shape with all parts) and 8′ x 10′ or larger tarps that will be distributed to residents of Cotes de Fer and others in need. (The team from Souderton that was serving in Haiti when the earthquake struck offered assistance to the residents of Cotes de Fer when they had to leave their town and move up the mountain for safety.) The tents and tarps may be dropped off at Souderton Mennonite Church’s West Street Community Center (entrance is in the lower parking lot beyond the main door) on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m.
Job/Volunteer Opportunities
The Toddler and Pre K Program at Precious Life Learning Center in Norristown, Pa has openings for two head teaching positions. Qualifications are the following: must be a Christian with Anabaptist beliefs, possess a 2-year or 4-year degree in Education or Human Service, with 2 years teaching experience and multi-cultural ministry experience. Precious Life Learning Center is an inclusive ministry dedicated to the education and care of all children. Available shifts are 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information, please contact KC Whigham at 610-279-9280 or whigwamm@aol.com.
Do you work well with people and have some leadership ability? Are you looking for an employment situation with ministry opportunities? If you answered yes or know someone who would, we encourage you to apply for the job of assistant manager at Crossroad Gift & Thrift, which is part of the non-profit Mennonite Central Committee Thrift Store Network. Crossroad Gift & Thrift is located in Norristown, two blocks from the Regional Rail and the high speed trolley. Please call or email Crossroadthrift@gmail.com with questions. This is a great opportunity.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Due to inclement weather, Building Ministry Alliances That Benefit Each Other, scheduled for February 11 at Frederick Mennonite Community, will be re-scheduled. Thank you for your interest in this resource. We will be in touch with the new date and time.
The registration deadline for the Conrad Kanagy luncheon at Biblical Seminary in Hatfield has been extended to Thursday, February 11. To attend the Wednesday, February 17 lunch and conversation with Dr. Kanagy, contact Jessica Walter at jwalter@franconiaconference.org or 267-932-6050 x 114.
Conference Board Communications Update
January 25, 2010
The Conference Board met in retreat and addressed the following agenda items:
Dwelling in the Word – Seeking to continue the practice of gathering around the word, the Board proposed various scripture for consideration as the text to dwell with for 2010.
Envisioning 2010 – The board talked about the changing context we are living in. Questions that we wrestled with included how to tend to leaders and churches along the 113 corridor in ways that empower a missional vision. As part of this envisioning, the board engaged with staff to hear more details of the ministries, challenges and fruit that is occurring.
Financial budget – With the changing economy, significant cuts had to be made to the budget. 2010 will be a year of ongoing discernment and potentially significant changes in the way the conference is organized and configured. The board wishes to extend deep gratitude to all the congregations, individuals, related ministries and partners who gave generously not only of their finances, but their time, energy and talents as well. Thank you. The board approved a budget for FYE January 2011.
Other items:
• The board tabled for another time the agenda item: Clarifying Living Hope Farm and Conference Board Involvement.
Finally, the Board wishes to communicate the following statement:
As anxiety and discussion continues to stir both in the Mennonite media and locally, we as a conference board thought it may be helpful to communicate the following statement. While it is not an ongoing practice to communicate in this way, the board offers the following:
• We affirm our commitment to the Mennonite Confession of Faith as well as the statements on sexuality.
• We will continue to follow the polity of Mennonite Church USA for credentialing persons for ministry.
• The results of the November 19, 2009 pastors and leaders breakfast regarding the Resolution to Follow Christ growing out of Columbus 2009, was that the majority of pastors and leaders in Franconia Conference are supportive of our current Confession of Faith.
• We are waiting for further resources from Mennonite Church USA and call upon all to wait until further resources are made available to healthily address ongoing conversations and processes.
• We encourage all to be humble and focus attention on following Jesus.
• We pray our churches, Conference Related Ministries, and Partners in Missions will stay focused on the missional journey of inviting others to follow Jesus.
• We have communicated this vision with staff and expect them to be aligned with it.
The above was discussed and passed at the board meeting on January 25, 2010.
Donate for Donuts - Enjoy your faschnachts and help Haiti! Order your faschnacts through Souderton Mennonite Church (SMC) and proceeds will help restock medical supplies, rebuild devastated villages, and help families in need in Haiti through SMC’s Haiti Relief Fund. An order form is available at www.soudertonmennonite.org and orders can be emailed to janeen898@verizon.net or called into the church office at 215-723-3088 by Wednesday, February 10.
All are welcome to attend a special FREE concert, featuring Depth of Mercy at Spring Mount Mennonite Church on Saturday, February 13 at 7 p.m. For more information, please contact Stacey Hallahan at 610-287-2506.
Love for Haiti Service — All are invited on Sunday, February 14, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Souderton Mennonite Church, to hear stories and see pictures from their congregation’s Haiti Service Team’s January mission trip. An offering will be received for SMC’s Haiti Relief Fund to help restock medical supplies, rebuild devastated villages, and help families in need. You are invited to bring Relief Kits, comforters, and sheets to the service for Mennonite Central Committee’s (MCC) ongoing earthquake relief/recovery efforts. Details on these three offerings are at www.mcc.org/kits. For more information, call 215-723-3088 or email churchoffice@soudertonmennonite.org.
Come to the Quiet . . . at the next monthly Evening Song and Prayer service at Perkasie Mennonite Church on Sunday, February 14, from 7 to 8 p.m. Using music from the Taizé community in France, as well as hymns of the church, come to gather in a candle-lit atmosphere for scripture, song, silence, and prayers for our world, communities and loved ones. For directions check the church website at www.perkmenno.org or call 215-257-3117.
Delaware Valley MEDA is proud to announce the launch of its “Third Thursday Breakfast Program” on Thursday, February 18. This will be a time of fellowship and networking for business and professionals looking to explore the intersections of their faith and their business. The breakfast will be held at Franconia Café at 6:30 a.m., with the program completed by 7:30 a.m. There is no need to RSVP and individuals will be responsible for the cost of their meal.
On Saturday, February 20, Carolyn Hannan & John Lionarons, two seasoned musicians, combine their talents of voice, guitar and hammered dulcimer for the first time for an exciting evening of Irish song and tunes at the Perkasie Patchwork Coffeehouse at Perkasie Mennonite Church. Unsafe At Any Speed will open the evening. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with performances at 7:30. Adults $9, Adults over 65 $7, Students 13 and up $4, 12 & under free. Tasty refreshments will be available for sale. A portion of the proceeds will go to Child, Home & Community. Visit www.perkmenno.org or call 215-257-3117 for more information.
Brrr! It’s cold outside! Rockhill Mennonite Community’s “famous” homemade vegetable soup will help keep you warm when the wind is howling outside. Pints are available for $3.50 or quarts for $5.50. Ordering is easy! Call Renee Patterson at 215-257-2751, ext 211, or email her at rpatterson@rockhillmennonite.org. Soup is available by order only. Please order by Wednesday, February 24. Pick up in the Main Lobby by the Gift Shop on Saturday, February 27 from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Penn View Christian School will present Doc, Doc, GOOSE! on Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27. This fast-paced show is filled with slapstick humor, silly situations, and modern twists on old-fashioned nursery rhymes. To reserve tickets, call 215-723-1196. Tickets will also be available at the door. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children and senior citizens. Children 5 and under are free.
The Franconia-Lancaster Choral Singers will present A Hymn Sing under the direction of conductor Ralph Alderfer. The concert will be held on Saturday, February 27 at 7:30 p.m. at Zion Mennonite Church, Souderton, and on Sunday, February 28 at 3:00 p.m. at Neffsville Mennonite Church in Lancaster.
Kairos: School of Spiritual Formation is offering the following retreats the weekend of March 5 - 7 at the Jesuit Center in Wernersville, PA.: Saturday only: Guided Silent Retreat; Friday –Sunday: Guided Silent Retreat; Friday – Sunday: Visualizing Your Spiritual Journey. Registrations are due February 18 and accepted after that date on a space-available basis. Also available on Saturday, February 20 is the workshop Understanding the Enneagram at James St. Mennonite Church, Lancaster, PA on a space-available basis. All are welcome to attend! For more information or to register contact us at 717-669-2957 or online at www.on-the-journey.org.
Job/Service Opportunities
Ambler Mennonite Church seeks a creative and energetic person committed to Anabaptist values to work beside the pastor on a quarter-time basis, with an emphasis on community outreach and church growth. Ambler is a diverse congregation in an equally diverse Philadelphia suburb, looking to enlarge its membership and impact, both locally and beyond. Bachelor’s degree expected. Students and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. MLIs are welcome but not necessary. Send a letter of interest and a resume with three current references to amblermennonite@verizon.net or Outreach Enthusiast Search Committee, 90 E. Mt. Pleasant Ave, Ambler, PA 19002. Applications will be accepted through March 15.
The Care and Share Thrift Shoppes have an opening for someone with experience and enthusiasm to assist in managing the daily operations in the Variety Shoppe. This 32-hour per week position requires a high energy, customer service focused, and organized individual. The ability to motivate volunteers and staff and to lead by example are key qualifications. Must be physically able to move up to 25 lbs, and remain standing for long periods of time. Applications accepted until February 19. For more information or to download a job application, visit www.careandshareshoppes.org or email sbergin@careandshareshoppes.org.
Try on service this summer with Youth Venture! Get ready for a new adventure and be a part of what God is doing around the world. If you are between the ages of 14 and 22, and are interested in spending some time serving and learning alongside other young adults, Youth Venture may be for you. Youth Venture gives you a chance to try new things, meet new people, and learn about a new culture through the eyes of a local church or host community. During summer 2010, you can travel with teams and a leader to locations like Bolivia, Botswana, France, southern California and Montreal, among others. For more information about Youth Venture, visit Service.MennoniteMission.net or email ArloaB@MennoniteMission.net.
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