A conversation about the Resurrection Last year, our congregation was exploring theology about the Resurrection of Jesus. Many in the group tacitly assumed the Resurrection

Hanging on the cross, tortured, almost dead, a convicted rebel asks Jesus for an invitation to God’s paradise: “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom” …

A reflection on Luke 5:1-11 William Willimon claims Jesus was thrown out of Nazareth because of his success in preaching. In Luke 5:1-11, Peter wants

A reflection on Jesus' prayers at Gethsemane Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass

Are Mennonites denying that Anabaptists were evangelical? The study of our history offers the enrichment of life, for we learn from the exercises of faith

Prairie View mental health center celebrates 60 years of ministry. During World War II, many conscientious objectors, including 1,500 Mennonites, gained firsthand knowledge of how

The words and actions of Pope Francis resonate with much of Mennonite faith and practice. OK, I’ll admit it. I count myself among the Christians

Jean and Howard Schmitt woke up to a routine morning on Sept. 15, 2011, in Plain City, Ohio. “Howard and I got up at the usual time, ate breakfast and did the online jigsaw puzzle, as was our custom,” Jean says. Then Howard, 77, went to the basement to finish his sermon for Sunday. Howard, a longtime pastor, was serving as part-time pastor at South Union Mennonite Church in West Liberty, Ohio. The year before he had celebrated 50 years in ministry …