Weekly News
Welcome! Here you will find all the news and events that your congregation will need for the week - MCEC in Prayer, Event Highlights, Mennonite Church Canada Updates, Announcements. Check out the hot buttons to ministry opportunities and pastoral transitions. Administrative Assistants: make sure to see the Bulletin Cut and Paste below. Bookmark this page and check back regularly for updates. New items will begin to appear on Monday and the newsletter will come to your inbox on Wednesday.
MCEC in Prayer
- Please pray for the MCEC community of congregations. This week we are praying for Toronto Mennonite New Life Church. Pablo Kim-Sun provides pastoral leadership for this community. Pray for this Spanish-language church community on the east side of Toronto.
- God of all wisdom, we remember the 350+ U30 and adults gathering at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate and 140+ youth gathering at the University of Waterloo in Kitchener this week for the MC Canada Gathering 2025. Grant them discernment, unity, and courage as they listen, speak, play and decide together. May your Spirit move among them, reminding each one that they are gifted and called for your good purposes.
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As disciples of Jesus, we see the hurt and chaos in the world. We cannot turn away, nor can we allow our hearts to grow numb. Instead, we are summoned to solidarity—to weep with those who weep, to pray without ceasing, to give sacrificially, and to speak prophetically for peace and justice.
Mennonite Church Canada
International Witness
From President Jack Sara of Bethlehem Bible College (a partner of MC Canada):
Our beloved land is once again caught amid war and violence. We humbly ask you to join us in prayer:
- Pray for peace and justice in our land.
- Pray that the eyes of the world would be opened to the horror and futility of war.
- Pray for protection over our College and all who call it home.
- Pray for wisdom and provision as we continue to serve and educate under these challenging circumstances.
- Pray for our college leadership; they need wisdom in making proper decisions in this time of war.
- Pray for the church in the Holy Land to continually trust in our Lord Jesus and His protection over our communities and our land.
Colombia is the International Witness Global Companion for July. Read more
Climate Action &
Indigenous Relations:
Indigenous Relations
Pray for the Indigenous Relations and Climate Action Pre-Gathering event “What does the Lord Require of Us?” at the First Hmong Mennonite Church on July 2nd. Hold in the Light the over 70 participants from across Canada exploring how we might link arms as an intercultural church in our shared ministries of restoration.
Climate Action
Wildfires
In this season of extreme heat, dry conditions and the threat and reality of wildfire, let’s pray together to the God of Creation for relief, rain, and protection (wildfire prayer). May our faithfulness move us to action in supporting evacuees and firefighters, and to work imaginatively for the preservation of creation wherever we are. God grant us courage to do this work with LOVE!
Sustainability at Gathering 2025
We’re not just celebrating the gifts of community, worship, and creativity—we’re also honouring our shared responsibility to care for creation. From energy to food, sustainability is woven into the fabric of this year’s event. Read more
CommonWord Bookstore and Resource Centre
Share these resources in your newsletters, bulletins and social media posts!
2025 Summer Reading List. Our 17th annual summer reading list of titles for the lawn chair, hammock, and beach blanket – https://www.commonword.ca/go/summer.
Writers’ Conference at CMU. Mennonite/s Writing Ten will feature presentations that engage with “words at work and play” across a variety of academic disciplines and creative genres. For more information, and to register - https://www.cmu.ca/programs/english/mennonites-writing
Save shipping costs. We’re on the road and glad to save you the shipping costs. Let us know what retail books to bring to the Mennonite Church Canada Gathering in Kitchener, ON. Payment required upon pick up at the CommonWord display at the Gathering. Email your request to info@commonword.ca. Deadline: June 20. Limited to in-stock items only.
Church Year Resources
Materials to buy, borrow or access online. Includes Together in Worship resources.
June is Pride Month. A month-long celebration of the presence, history, contributions, injustices, and advocacy for LGTBQ+ people and their communities around the world. See here.
June is also Indigenous History Month. A month for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. Learn more.
Prone to Wander. The 2025 Lenten devotional from MennoMedia. Includes a worship guide, small group/study guide, and retreat guide. Borrow or buy.
Bulletin Cut and Paste
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.
Prayers
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- Please pray for the MCEC community of congregations. This week we are praying for Toronto Mennonite New Life Church. Pray for this Spanish-language church community on the east side of Toronto.
- God of all wisdom, we remember the 350+ U30 and adults gathering at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate and 140+ youth gathering at the University of Waterloo in Kitchener this week for the MC Canada Gathering 2025. Grant them discernment, unity, and courage as they listen, speak, play and decide together. May your Spirit move among them, reminding each one that they are gifted and called for your good purposes.
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As disciples of Jesus, we see the hurt and chaos in the world. We cannot turn away, nor can we allow our hearts to grow numb. Instead, we are summoned to solidarity—to weep with those who weep, to pray without ceasing, to give sacrificially, and to speak prophetically for peace and justice.
- Please pray for the MCEC community of congregations. This week we are praying for Toronto Mennonite New Life Church. Pray for this Spanish-language church community on the east side of Toronto.
- MC Canada Gathering 2025 July 2 - 5, 2025, Kitchener-Waterloo, ON. Our nationwide family of faith comes to MCEC next week! Registration is closed but you can still participate in the Gathering. Evening sessions July 2-4 (7-9pm) at Rockway Mennonite Collegiate will be open to the public. No cost but free will offering will be taken to support specific ministries.
- Save the date! MC Canada International Witness Sunday October 26, 2025. A day set aside for congregations to learn and connect with MC Canada International Witness. Learn about your global companions! Resources available September 1.
- MCEC Weekly Devotional: Receive weekly encouragement from MCEC pastors! Sign up for MCEC Connect to get a new devotional in your inbox each week.
Nationwide Web-Hub - All MCEC congregations are welcome to join
If you are considering a change to your website, definitely consider the new nationwide web hub. It is much more than a web building tool. Contact Lisa Williams , Director of Communications, for more info.
Click below for information about the features, pricing, testimonials and links to launched websites.
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