Sabbath Economics will be put on hold until fall to make space for some important conversations around next steps for Seeds! Stay tuned for more info! _________________________________________________ Sabbath Economics…what is THAT? We want to invite you to join us as we delve into Ched Myers’ groundbreaking insights on economics rooted in justice, sustainability, and Sabbath...
There are two new families arriving to Altona in the next few weeks! Build a Village is needing gently used furniture and household items to furnish a house and an apartment. Items Needed: Beds Couches Tables and chairs Dishes Pots and pans, etc. New or gently used blankets/comforters If you have any of these items...
The Leadership Team Invites feedback through a survey on March 3, 10, and 17. This will take a few minutes during the services on these dates. You will be given a variety of opportunities to complete this survey, including these dates in March.
Mennonite Church Canada Indigenous Relations and Climate Action are partnering and invite you join the nationwide community again in study of the new book written by Sarah Augustine and Sheri Hostetler: So That We and our Children May Live: Following Jesus in Confronting the Climate Crisis. Creator’s Call co-host Ian Funk writes: “Creator’s Call was...
Ted and Darlene will be away for a couple of weeks of sustainability at a conference in California from February 9-23. Emergency contacts while they are away: Lisa Peters – February 9-16 – (204) 887-6704 Nick Kehler – February 17-23 – (204) 304-0098
Ted and Darlene announced that they would be transitioning from their leadership at the end of 2024. If you missed what they shared on February 4th, or would like to read it again, please find their letter below. ________________________________________________________ February 4, 2024 Dearest Seeds community. It was 25 years ago this past fall that we...
Take some time today to sign a petition on Action Network telling Canadian MPs: Canadian Mennonites call on members of parliament to support a permanent ceasefire. On Tuesday, Dec. 12th, PM Trudeau’s Liberal government called for a ceasefire at the United Nations. However, we know that words aren’t enough and we will not stop until...
The Cornelson family is looking for drivers to take Woody to Winnipeg in the morning on the following dates. If you are able to help, please contact Erin at (204)803-6883 for more details. February 23 & 28 March 1, 5, 6, 8, 12, 13, 15 April 18
This year, the churches in the land of Jesus’ birth have agreed that festive seasonal decorations and events are inappropriate given the horrors of war and ethnic cleansing in Gaza and in the West Bank (see this news article from Sojourners magazine – https://sojo.net/articles/christmas-canceled-bethlehem-say-palestinian-christians). Our siblings in faith suffer immense grief over friends and loved ones...
