Mennonite World Conference has announced the theme and dates for its 2028 global assembly in Ethiopia: “Christ Unites Us,” Jan. 11-15.
“January was chosen due to the climate and holidays,” said Liesa Unger, MWC chief international events officer. “The assembly will be between Ethiopian Christmas and Epiphany celebrations.”
Assembly Scattered — tours with opportunities to visit Ethiopian congregations and more fully experience the region — will be offered Jan. 15-18.
The Global Youth Summit will take place concurrent with the assembly.
With more than 514,000 baptized members, Ethiopia’s Meserete Kristos Church is the world’s largest Anabaptist conference.
A National Advisory Council is planning the event, the 18th global assembly in MWC’s 100-year history.
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