Stories of Mission
Explore mission themes in our quarterly magazine as workers tell stories of making disciples in the way of Christ.
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EMM Christian/Muslim Relations Team to Present at Public Forum
Members of the EMM Christian/Muslim Relations Team, will present on Thursday, October 27, 2016 in Martin Chapel. The goal of the forum is learning how to be better equipped to know, love, and share Jesus with Muslim members of our community.
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Kingdom Vision as a Way of Life with Dr. Scot McKnight
Dr. Scot McKnight, author of The Kingdom Conspiracy, will speak in a series of events in Harrisonburg, September 28-29, 2016. Hosted by a partnership of agencies including VMMissions, Dr. McKnight will speak on the theme “Kingdom Vision as a Way of Life.”
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Bike Shenandoah to Benefit VMMissions and Others on September 17
Bike Shenandoah is a family-friendly and healthy way see the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, connect with other riders, and support seven local agencies including VMMisions. It draws more than 100 riders each year for rides ranging from 5 to 100 miles.
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VMMissions Launches Regular Prayer Bulletin
In addition to the monthly Mission Prayer Calendar, VMMissions has launched a weekly email to engage partners more effectively, including through prayer for the people and ministries of VMMissions.
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VMMissions Welcomes Two Staff Members
Virginia Mennonite Missions is pleased to welcome Steve Leaman and Melanie Sherer as new staff members. Steve was hired as Director of Public Relations and Melanie Sherer was hired as Administrative Assistant.
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Dianna Lehman Hired as Executive Assistant and Human Resources Manager
Dianna Lehman joins VMMissions as Executive Assistant and Human Resources Manager to provide administrative support to the President, handle logistics for the Board of Directors and manage HR for staff and mission workers.
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Celebrating 40 Years of God’s Faithfulness in Trinidad
MCTT celebrated its 40th anniversary in a blessed and uplifting weekend. The work that began in 1974 has led to five congregations. For this huge milestone in the life of the Trinidadian church, 26 fraternal guests from the United States and one from Jamaica joined in the occasion.
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VMMissions Welcomes New Staff; Transitions Noted
Virginia Mennonite Missions has hired Sarah Schoenhals as Receptionist & Administrative Assistant, starting March 17. Janet Blosser’s role has been expanded to include the Balkans. Ken Horst has transitioned into the role of Development Associate.
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Hernandez Named Local Coordinator of IBA
Lizzette Hernandez will serve as the new coordinator of the local Spanish-language Anabaptist Biblical Institute (IBA), a program under the auspices of Mennonite Education Agency that offers diplomas in Theological Studies to Latino church leaders.
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VMMissions Welcomes Intern
Lori Doll is serving as an intern while in her second year at Eastern Mennonite Seminary. From Hartville, Ohio, she spent five years in missions and service, which included two years term in The Gambia, in an EMM business initiative for women.
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Virginia Mennonite Missions Selects President
Aaron M. Kauffman of Harrisonburg, Va., was chosen by the board of VMMissions as the next president. Kauffman has extensive mission experience, serving most recently on staff as Global Ministries Director and Advancement Associate since 2011.
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God is Raising Up a New Pastoral Couple in Trinidad
Richard and Margaret Keeler quickly noticed the spiritual growth in a married couple at Sangre Grande Mennonite Church. Humble and teachable, they began participating in Friendship Bible Coffee (FBC) studies, and later became leaders, accepting additional responsibilities in the church.
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