Posts by VMMissions Staff
Giving One’s Life
During our Christmas holidays my five year old granddaughter came to me and said, “Do you know what, Grandpa? I gave my heart to Jesus.” Bless that little heart! She told her mother, “When Jesus knocks, you must let him in!”
Read MoreEncouraging Our Brothers and Sisters in Trinidad
At a gathering of MCTT leaders, we addressed transactional vs. transformational leadership, dream-based coaching, leading change and other topics. The entire time was exciting and stimulating. To see firsthand what God has done and is doing in Trinidad left us energized.
Read More‘Sweet Sorrow’ as Eberlys Retire From Italy Ministry
Willard and Eva served in Italy with great energy and passion for the Word of God. They gave much of their lives to the growth and development of the church and its members. People shared their memories, showing the influence that they have had many over the years.
Read MoreThe Consequence of Christmas
When I think of consequences my mind first goes a rather negative direction. We call it the fear of consequences and are reminded that we reap what we sow, or are warned, “be sure your sins will find you out.” There are, however, good consequences.
Read MoreA True Presence for the Kingdom of God in Albania
Flying into the beautiful mountains of Albania, Esther and Myron Augsburger knew we were there for a new kind of mission. Esther was asked by the LAC board to stimulate an interest in a school art program. Myron met with church leaders and spoke in churches.
Read MoreMission and the “Ports of Paul”
Paul spent most of his life in seaports. The early church west of Palestine thrived primarily in port cities of the Mediterranean. This environment is where most of the mission drama occurs and the majority of Christians in the Roman Empire lived.
Read MoreZooks Teach English at Lezha Academic Center
Our task was to enhance language preparation for incoming 9th and 10th graders who will need to pursue all of their studies in English. While we worked on some foundational grammar and vocabulary, most of our class activities emphasized conversational communication.
Read MoreCentro Koinonia Celebrates Historic Milestone With Ordination
“What you have heard from me before many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” is an important key for church growth and multiplication, given by the Apostle Paul. Centro Koinonia truly has reason to celebrate a significant milestone.
Read MoreBike Shenandoah Sees a 55% Increase in Riders
One hundred and seven riders, a 55% increase from last year, enjoyed a trek through the Shenandoah Valley on a beautiful fall day. Bikers chose between a challenging 100-mile journey and an easy five mile jaunt, or something in between, as they traversed area back roads.
Read MoreGod’s Love Flows in Colotlan, Mexico
Members of Manantial de Vida traveled to Casa del Padre in Colotlan. This mission was founded by the Rosales family, who migrated to Harrisonburg more than 30 years ago. The Rosales became born-again Christians as a result of the Christ-love testimony they received.
Read MoreTrinidadian Mennonites Celebrate Freedom in Christ at Annual Meeting
The Mennonite Church of Trinidad & Tobago (MCTT) held its annual general meeting on “The Church in Jubilee,” reflecting the 50th anniversary of independence for Trinidad & Tobago. While the country celebrated independence, the church celebrated freedom in Christ.
Read MoreSomething Different in Italy
Pastors from Palermo, Vasto, and Bari taught on how we are different when we are transformed by Christ living in us. These lessons not only had an impact on the participants of the conference, but also on other guests and staff in the hotel. The hotel director said, “There is something different about you all.”
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