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Administrators: Thank you for sharing the MCEC story with your congregations. Please continue offering valuable feedback on how we can tailor announcements to empower you in your ministry.

Prayer:

1. Please pray for the MCEC community of congregations; this week we hold Hanover Mennonite Church in prayer. God, may Hanover Mennonite Church be a faithful vessel of Christ’s love and hope, bringing Your grace and transforming presence throughout the Saugeen region.
   
   
2. Pray for the family of Erma Bauman. Erma died on September 18, 2026. She was the spouse of the late Gordon Bauman, who was an MCEC-ordained pastor. A funeral service was held on Sunday, September 27 at Tavistock Mennonite Church. As a community of congregations, one way we can care for our pastors is by holding them and their families in prayer during times of grief, asking God to surround them with comfort, strength and peace.
   
   
3. Pray for MCEC as they seek a Regional Minister focused on Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Pray for wisdom, discernment and the Spirit's leading as people across MCEC become aware of this ministry opportunity. Pray that God will stir the hearts of those God is calling and that potential candidates will recognize and faithfully respond to God's invitation.
   
   
4. Pray for the MC Canada Joint Council (Board) as they meet in Winnipeg October 2-4, 2026. Pray for Daniel Tela, Anthony Siegriest and Ben Cassels as they represent MCEC. May they be attentive to the leading of the Holy Spirit, seeking God's wisdom and discerning God's purposes as they steward the work of our nationwide community of faith.
   
   
5. Pray with the leadership of Africa Inter Mennonite Mission (AIMM) as they enter the final stage of discernment for a new executive coordinator. Pray for wisdom and unity as they make the final decision and extend an invitation to one of the candidates. We value our relationship with AIMM through Mennonite Church Canada and join them in praying for God's guidance and provision.
   
   
6. The MCEC Palestine Israel Network Working Group invites your prayers for churches in Taybeyh, Zababdey, East Jerusalem and other Palestine communities who have faced harassment, attacks and increasing restrictions. As violence continues in the region and the ceasefire in Gaza remains broken, let us pray that the church may be strong and united in its nonviolent witness to the justice and love of God.

Bulletin Announcements:

1. A calling to serve youth and young adults! MCEC seeks a Regional Minister who is passionate about helping congregations nurture the faith, gifts and leadership of youth and young adults. This role will equip and encourage ministry leaders across MCEC. This is a .50 FTE position and is based in Kitchener, ON. More information at mcec.ca/careers.
   
   
2. MCEC Young Adults Together: Bi-weekly Zoom conversations every other Tuesday evening to connect Young Adults across MCEC for a time to celebrate, learn about and pray along our walk with Jesus together. More details and to register.
   
   
3. MCEC Intercultural Competency Conversation, October 31, 2026, 9 a.m. - noon, MCEC, 50 Kent Ave., Kitchener, ON. Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop open to all who are curious about how intercultural understandings can deepen relationships and enhance ministry effectiveness. More information and to register.
   
   
4. MCEC Intercultural Worship Gathering and Potluck, October 31, 2026, 4 - 6 p.m., Grace Lao Mennonite Church, 575 Lancaster St. W., Kitchener, ON. Join us for the MCEC Intercultural Worship Gathering and Potluck! This will be a special time of worship, unity and celebration, as various congregations come together to honour our diversity in Christ. Potluck follows - bring food to share, always a highlight!
   
   
5. MCEC Pastors Fall Retreat, November 9-10, 2026, Hidden Acres Mennonite Camp, New Hamburg, ON. Join David Boshart, AMBS President, as we reflect on Anabaptist Spiritual Leadership to deepen our understanding of leadership in today's ministry contexts. More information and to register.
   
   
6. MC Canada International Witness Sunday, October 25, 2026. You are invited to celebrate and highlight International Witness Sunday. Resources and ideas to assist your congregation are on the MC Canada website. 

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