Weekly News

Welcome! Here you will find all the news and events that your congregation will need for the week - MCEC Prayer and 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.  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.

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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.

Prayers

  1. Please pray for the MCEC community of congregations; this week we hold Community Mennonite Church in Stouffville, ON in prayer. Pray for this vibrant congregation as they continue discerning what it means to “be church” in many different ways. May God guide their ministry, nurture their creativity, and sustain their life together.

  2. We pray for our world today, especially for all who are living through violence and fear in the Middle East, Ukraine, Myanmar, Israel/Palestine and so many more places across God's creation. May God bring protection to the vulnerable, wisdom to leaders and comfort to families facing uncertainty and loss. We pray for healing, courage and a path toward justice and lasting peace for every community caught in conflict. Lord hear our prayers.

Announcements:

  1. MC Canada Conversation: New and Renewing Church, April 16, 2026 on Zoom. Is your congregation feeling stuck, stretched or ready for a fresh vision? Join the nationwide community April 16 on Zoom for encouragement, real stories and imagination toward renewal with fellow church leaders. For more information and to register.

  2. MCEC Annual Church Gathering, April 25, 2026, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Steinmann Mennonite Church, Baden, ON. Be part of a life-giving day at MCEC's Annual Church Gathering! Come worship, learn and dream together as we dive into interactive workshops that will spark creativity and strengthen our shared ministry. Discover the workshop lineup, schedule and business sessions — registration opens at the end of March.

  3. MCEC Financial Zoom Call, April 15, 2026, 7-8 p.m. online. Review the MCEC financial story prior to our Annual Church Gathering. This online conversation provides an early opportunity to ask questions ahead of the Annual Church Gathering. Registration opens in March. 

  4. MCEC Pastors Gathering: A Conversation with Pablo Kim, April 24, 2026, 7 - 8:30 p.m., MCEC, 50 Kent Ave., Kitchener, ON. Come connect with Pablo Kim Sun, author of Building Mennonite Belonging, for an evening of thoughtful intercultural dialogue. We’ll look at how congregations can respond with creativity and faithfulness to cultural, ethnic and racial diversity. Offered in conjunction with the MCEC ACG, pastors are warmly invited to participate in this meaningful conversation on leading communities through change. Registration opens at the end of March.

  5. MCEC Intercultural Worship Gathering, April 25, 2026, 7-9 p.m., 800 King St. E., Kitchener (Home of Shalom Worship & Healing Centre and First Mennonite Church). Join us for the MCEC Intercultural Worship Service, a joyful gathering where congregations unite to celebrate our diversity in Christ. Offered alongside the MCEC ACG, everyone is welcome. Mark your calendars!

Mennonite Church Canada

As we enter a new year, Mennonite Church Canada invites you to join us in walking the path of faith with our global companions. Mennonite Church Canada’s Global Companions program strengthens relationships with international church partners—learning together, sharing resources, and encouraging one another to live into God’s call. 

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Pre-Budget Zoom Gathering
As a nationwide community of faith, our budget reflects our collective mission and values. This pre-budget Zoom gathering will provide insight into ministry initiatives, stewardship goals, our Key initiatives, and Nine Actionable Items while creating space for thoughtful dialogue and discernment.  Your voice matters. Come be part of the conversation as we prayerfully consider how God is calling us to steward our resources together. April 9th, 7 pm Central. Register.

New and Renewing Church Conversation
“The average age in our congregation is 67. We have tried a few things to attract new people. We have much to offer but are concerned about our future.” If your congregation is feeling stuck, stretched, or simply ready for a fresh vision, join us on Thursday, April 16th, on Zoom for a practical conversation that will offer encouragement, real-life stories, and space to connect with other leaders who share your heart for the church. Come ready to listen, share, and imagine together what renewal could look like in your congregation. Register.

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International Witness

Global Companion of the Month - South Africa

As we embrace a posture of companionship in the global church, an Anabaptist group called Iziko Lamaqabane in South Africa is stepping up to that commitment and offering to walk with us. Mennonite Church Canada is working in partnership with Iziko Lama to explore the long history and legacy of colonialism and apartheid in South Africa in the form of a pilgrimage. Global Companion of the Month

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Climate Action &
Indigenous Relations:

Climate Action

You can still join! Imagine Thursday evenings with your besties - surrounded by your people, good food - what better way to figure out your next steps in responding to the climate crisis! Get your friends to sign up, then start divvying up hosting duties! Nationwide Book Study: Climate Pollinator: Stories on Anabaptists and the Climate - Mennonite Church Canada. 

Join today!   

Indigenous Relations

The Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery offers free trainings for folks interested in building their skill and capacities to join in reconciliation and right relations efforts. Moving towards Right Relations:  Skills for settler-descendents engaging Indigenous Justice movements. & Decolonizing and Organizing for Systems Change: Skills for grassroots organizing in a decolonizing framework. Learn more and sign up here.

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CommonWord Bookstore and Resource Centre  

Church Year Resources

Materials to buy, borrow or access online. Includes Together in Worship Resources.

Lenten Guided Prayer Experience
The annual contemplative prayer resource for individuals, small groups and congregations from the Mennonite Spiritual Directors of Eastern Canada.

Together in Worship Resources

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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.

Hub Information

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