Mennonite identity amid the Fresno fiasco

Sep 12, 2018 by

A lot of talk has been happening in the Mennonite Twitter world (which is a pretty weird overlap of two very different realms) in the past few days about changes in a master’s program at Fresno Pacific...

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Fresno Pacific’s theological cocktail

Sep 10, 2018 by

The World Together Blog

Last week, Mennonite World Review reported that Fresno Pacific University in California had removed the president of its seminary, Terry Brensinger, and announced that pastors Greg Boyd, Brian Zahnd and Bruxy...

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MB seminary demotes president, ousts 3 lecturers

Sep 3, 2018 by and

Visiting lecturers Bruxy Cavey, left, and Greg Boyd take part in a discussion at Fresno Pacific University. They participated in the seminary’s Master of Arts in Ministry, Leadership and Culture program with Brian Zahnd for about two years. — Fresno Pacific University

In response to concerns from Mennonite Brethren constituents, Fresno (Calif.) Pacific University has removed its seminary’s president and severed ties with three high-profile pastors. FPU announced Aug. 15...

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Mennonite Brethren to gather for study on women in ministry

Sep 3, 2018 by and

The U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches has scheduled a national study conference to discuss what Scripture says about women in ministry and to gain understanding of different views. The...

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MBs tour Mormon sites, Salt Lake City ministries

Aug 20, 2018 by

Mormon representatives give U.S. Mennonite Brethren national convention attendees a tour of Temple Square on July 26 in Salt Lake City. — MB Foundation

SALT LAKE CITY — MB Foundation sponsored a tour of Mormon and Mennonite sites July 26 in conjunction with the U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches national convention. The tour provided 88...

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Evangelical Anabaptist group leaders explore affinity

Aug 20, 2018 by and

Evana board chair Matt Hamsher, far left, talks at a table; in the foreground from left, are Wes Furlong of Evana, Brinton Rutherford of LMC and CMC conference pastor Steve Swartz. — Jenell Schrock

About 40 leaders representing six evangelical Anabaptist groups gathered Aug. 6-8 for prayer and worship at Rosedale Bible College in Irwin, Ohio. The meeting was initiated by John Troyer of Goshen, Ind.,...

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Foundation’s record year benefits MB church

Feb 2, 2015 by and

HILLSBORO, Kan. — MB Foundation earnings set records in 2014, so the U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches’ financial agency is sharing an unprecedented amount with the denomination. “We want...

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United for a safe community

Jan 30, 2015 by and

Women from the Fresno, Calif., community are welcome to shop at My Sister’s Closet, a classroom at United Faith Christian Fellowship that is stocked with high-quality used clothing suitable for interviews and office jobs. — Christian Leader

FRESNO, Calif. — The Goliath they face is huge: gang violence, unemployment, drug and alcohol abuse and more. But, like David, United Faith Christian Fellowship is boldly stepping up to the challenge. The...

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MB Central District gets $1.2 million gift

Nov 24, 2014 by

MINOT, N.D. — A large gift enabled the Central District Conference of the U.S. Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches to significantly increase next year’s budget. Christian Leader magazine reported a...

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Tiny house a big decision for Kansas couple

Jul 21, 2014 by and

Kyle and Danae Schmidt plan to live comfortably in a 200-square-foot house, which includes two lofts. — Zac Remboldt

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Kyle and Danae Schmidt are building their dream home: a tiny house. Once it’s built, the Schmidts plan to live comfortably in about 200 square feet of space that will include two lofts on...

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