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Building Partnerships and Belonging Across Mosaic
Across the board’s listening sessions, participants celebrated new partnerships, raised questions about belonging and discernment, and shared hopes for how Mosaic can grow.
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Lord, Give Us Today Our Daily Bread
A couple of years ago I began baking the bread that my family eats for sandwiches and toast. The repeated process of kneading the dough, waiting for the yeast to rise, smelling the welcome aroma of freshly baked golden loaves, and snacking on warm slices fresh from the oven has become a time of prayerful reflection for me.
Reflections on the Great Commission
At the May 2021 Faith and Life Gathering, we discussed Paul and Barnabas’ challenges in Acts 15. We have to communicate clearly what the great commission means and how we are to go about doing it, because we still have work to do.
Disclosing Abuse Takes (Y)ears
It often takes (y)ears for a victim to feel safe enough to disclose abuse. We can sometimes reduce the years they must hold the abuse in secret, by offering our ears as a safe harbor for their story.
Mourning with our Brothers and Sisters
We must remember that one of the fundamental calls of the Church on the part of the Spirit of God is that of unity, care among us, and a hunger and thirst for justice.
Sexual Abuse is More than Sexual
Sexual abuse is more than sexual. It is the abuse of trusted relationships and power. It happens in secrecy and silence. It is estimated that 62% of children who are sexually abused never speak up and tell their stories. Why?
Mosaic Conference Board Continues to Take Shape
Roy Williams of College Hill congregation in Tampa (FL) and Herman Sagastume of Perkiomenville (PA) congregation joined Mosaic Board in their respective positions as chairs of the Intercultural and Conference Related Ministries (CRM) Committees.
Prayer Requests for Colombia
Colombia has been on a national strike since April 28th, with the government responding violently to peaceful protesters and refusing to democratically negotiate terms. We ask that the church would […]
Peña De Horeb: Shepherds of Souls in Need of Prayer
Dania’s ministry began in her native Nicaragua, inherited also by a family that received and helped missionaries. At a very young age, God gave her the desire to serve. She was able to travel across her country, and learn to live what she calls “true life”: addressing the levels of need and poverty in the world.
To Survive, Push the Button
As we re-enter the new normal, we need to be kind and gentle, for most of us are suffering the emotional repercussions of the last year. You are not alone in this. We can seek help, this is not a time for stigma. Reach out and touch.
Preserving the History of Mennonites: The Germantown Mennonite Historic Trust
In the early 1950s, the Germantown Mennonite Congregation outgrew the Meetinghouse and moved several blocks. It was at this time the Germantown Mennonite Historic Trust (GMHT) was formed and is currently operated by a separate Board of Directors.
Leadership in Times of Trauma
Attending Mosaic’s equipping event, Identifying Red Flags, on Friday, April 30, was a priceless opportunity for youth leaders. We received wisdom from two professionals, John Drescher-Lehman and Dr. MaryLynne Black, to prepare us for future situations and circumstances that we may face as youth leaders.
This Can’t be Happening
When a traumatic event happens to us or someone close to us, our first reaction is one of disbelief and shock. Often our initial response is, “This can’t be happening!”
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