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Members and former pastors of Valleyview Bible Church in Cimarron, Kansas, gathered Nov. 1-2 to celebrate the church's centennial year. buff.ly/7tDBgWD
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Loneliness isn’t just painful—it can be lethal. Researchers say its physical effects rival smoking 15 cigarettes a day. As Christians, let’s remember: we’re called into community, not isolation. buff.ly/rLv7gU1
This year’s Mennonite Central Committee meat canners start the season inspired by a late-spring learning tour organized by staff from the MB church in Malawi, where they met people who benefitted from canned meat. buff.ly/Z5KkHIk
Multiply, the mission agency of the Mennonite Brethren church, has shared three staffing transitions in the United States and announced a new role. buff.ly/6OcYG24
"Loneliness has always been a part of human life on this earth," writes Rafael Núñez. "If we look at the situation in the U.S., we can see that in recent decades, an increasing number of people are compelled—sometimes against their will—to live alone." buff.ly/hvgaoLX
USMB boards convened Oct. 1-4, 2025, in Hillsboro, Kansas, to hear ministry reports, address agenda items and discuss ministries related to core commitments. buff.ly/AjfujUA
On National Take a Hike Day, we share John E. Warkentin's testimony of trusting God on the 220-mile John Muir Trail. "Jesus walked with me," Warkentin writes. buff.ly/rHvWA7E
Loneliness spans every age, from first graders longing for a playdate to widowers eating alone. Cheryl Dueck Smith walks through how our God-given need for connection highlights deep unmet longings, and she points to the church as one answer. buff.ly/qf3Kj1x
This year, Pastor Terry Hunt marks 40 years of pastoral ministry at The Life Center in Lenoir, N.C. TLC held a celebration in his honor in October. Join us in honoring the years of service, dedication and heart that Pastor Hunt has poured into ministry. buff.ly/HzDrEsF
Celebrating Terry Hunt's 40 years of pastoral ministry, USMB Leadership Board reports, changes at Multiply and more. Read this week's headlines!
Pastors often cry last, and they cry alone. In his Nov/Dec column, USMB National Director Aaron Box explores loneliness in ministry, and what we can do about it. buff.ly/sUFsyBt
Spending Christmas in Africa wasn’t exactly what CL Editor Lacey Scully had planned to experience. In her Nov/Dec editorial, Scully reflects on her time serving in a West African village and how the holiday looked very different from what she was used to. buff.ly/f06eIQp
Highlights of Saturday's worship session at the Central District convention in Huron, S.D., included welcoming Medhanialem Ethiopian Evangelical Church in Milwaukee, Wis., into district membership, a message from Wendell Loewen and singing led by the Bethesda worship team.
The Central District Conference convention continued Friday, Nov. 7, in Huron, S.D., with morning worship led by a team from Bethel Church and a message from Logan Nyquist, pastor of Grace Bible Church in Gettysburg, S.D. Thanks to J.L. Martin for providing us with these photos!
U.S. and Canadian Mennonite Brethren leaders met last week for a unique opportunity for collaboration. Learn more about the annual CanAm meetings. buff.ly/o86hbRW
The Pacific District Conference convention began Nov. 6 at Bethany Church in Fresno, California. The theme is "Together We Are the PDC." Editor Lacey Scully is attending and shares these photos from Day 1.
The Free Christian Church in Lithuania has embraced camp ministry as a key way to reach youth and make disciples. This year marks their 28th summer of children’s and teens’ camps, with 20 counselors serving about 40 kids and 60 teens. buff.ly/2u2gTuH
Loneliness is real—but it’s not the end of the story. Our Nov/Dec issue of Christian Leader looks at loneliness, solitude and community through the lens of faith. May these stories remind you: God is near, and you are not alone. Read it online: buff.ly/q13jjT8
When pastoral couple Aaron and Maggie Halvorsen returned from their July vacation, they came home to their own home makeover, thanks to a surprise labor of love from their congregation. buff.ly/wzoPaFE
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