Approximately 300 delegates from throughout Mennonite Church USA (MC USA) gathered July 7-8, 2023, to discern together some aspects of the denomination’s future.
Conference News
Line Lexington Leaves Mosaic Conference
Line Lexington (PA) congregation has decided to disaffiliate with Mosaic Conference and Mennonite Church USA.
Sabbatical Leave for Executive Minister
The Mosaic Board has approved a sabbatical leave for Steve Kriss, Executive Minister.
Powerful Kindness, Faithful Truth
Can we acknowledge our fraught past while allowing undeserved favor to move us into new possibilities together?
Mosaic Conference Board appoints first California member, Lucy Hannanto Parsono
Lucy Hannanto Parsano is an elder at International Worship Center in San Gabriel, CA. She and her husband Alfred live in Hacienda Heights, CA.
Mwaipopo Joins Mosaic Board
Emmanuel Mwaipopo joined the Mosaic Conference Board in January 2023. Along with his role on the Mosaic Board, Emmanuel will serve as Chair of the Intercultural Committee.
Mosaic Moderators Meet with Mennonite Church USA Executive Board
“We bear witness to Jesus by how we manage conflict. That does not mean that we are weak or spineless but that we are honest and take time to listen and honor each other.”
Burkholder Finishes and Reflects on Moderator Role
“Ken leads with a tangible love for God and the Church,” …
Giving and Receiving Counsel Update
The Mosaic Board affirmed, at its November meeting, the recommended actions regarding a recent Giving and Receiving Counsel process.
Mosaic Board Begins Pathway Process
The Mosaic Board has developed the next steps in moving on the Pathway that was affirmed at our fall Assembly.
The Steadfast Love of God in a Time of Change
“What we learned from Kansas City is that we are not at our best with processes that lead to divided votes resulting in winners and losers rather than inclusive discernment.”
Mosaic Listening Task Force Update
The Mosaic Listening Task Force has met two times so far and is beginning to notice some themes arising from what they have heard.
Mosaic’s Listening Task Force Members Named
The Mosaic Board has named the members of the Task Force that will lead a listening process and review of the Conference’s relationships with Mennonite Church USA.