We have this intercultural priority: “As human beings made in the image of God, we acknowledge, own, and celebrate our cultural differences, allowing ourselves to be changed by the relationships we build across cultures while we work together for racial justice.”
Beny Krisbianto
Shalom Fund Shatters Initial Goal
“I’ve been overwhelmed by people’s generosity to each other and to their communities. People have gone above and beyond.”
Provoked by God
I thank God for His faithfulness and love as God waits for my response to His calling.
On Becoming Mosaic After 100 Days of Quarantine
We have the opportunity to continue to change and live into our new name which emphasizes the value of each piece, each person, each community, created in the image of God.
How Shall We Gather?
Churches throughout the conference are trying a variety of approaches.
Together Once More
“Today we celebrate the ministry of reconciliation that has been and will continue to be our life’s work.”
Standing in the Gap at the Border and at Home
Questions and concern around immigration have become increasingly important for members of Franconia Conference, which has seen a increase in immigrant congregations over the past decade.
An Indonesian Food Story
I believe that food is the entrance to the heart and soul …
Life Together Gets More Interesting
Since 2011, Franconia and Eastern District Conferences have come together for an annual fall Assembly holding separate business sessions, yet enjoying joint times of worship on Friday evening and Saturday […]
Retreat Before Moving Forward
by Paula Marolewski, Franconia Conference Board Member and Elder at Perkiomenville Mennonite Church What characterizes the culture of Franconia Mennonite Conference (FMC) today? How do we respond to the crowded, […]
Nations Worship Center Celebrates Mission: I’m Possible
By Sharon Williams Joyful, heartfelt praise to God filled the new home for Nations Worship Center (NWC) on Sunday afternoon, November 20. The house was packed as the congregation gathered […]
Why should we wait for the impossible?
by Beny Krisbianto, Nations Worship The words “waiting” and “impossible” aren’t fun words to discuss. The word “boring” is usually associated with the word “waiting” and the word “finished” or […]
Nations Worship celebrates new space, all invited
by Samantha Lioi, minister of peace & justice, Franconia Mennonite Conference Pastor Beny Krisbianto and other leaders of Nations Worship Center in Philadelphia are celebrating a milestone in their long […]