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Articles : Oct. 6, 2008

Models of courage in economic crisis

We are living in times resembling those about which the prophets wailed. A global food crisis and countless conflicts end thousands of lives each day. Many Christians in the United States have been living comfortably in a modern-day empire, believing no harm could befall them or their stock portfolios.

‘A castle of learning’

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Bethel College’s Administration Building is not only the symbol of the college for generations of alumni. It is also a tangible piece of history and the centerpiece of this year’s Fall Festival.

BIC among victims of India violence

Brethren in Christ Church members and institutions were attacked when brutal violence against Christians erupted Aug. 24 in India’s Orissa state.
Iranian president, faith leaders speak at MCC-sponsored dialogue

NEW YORK — Mennonite Central Committee co-sponsored a meeting of about 300 international religious and political figures, including Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, Sept. 25 to discuss the role of religion in responding to global challenges and building peace and understanding between societies.
Menno House celebrates 50 years in New York City

NEW YORK — A newly renovated townhouse in Manhattan rang with the sounds of homecoming Sept. 19-21 as former housemates reunited and mingled with current residents during a 50-year anniversary celebration at Menno House.
Michiana sale income dips

GOSHEN, Ind. — The 41st Michiana Mennonite Relief Sale — one of the four largest in North America raising money for Mennonite Central Committee — made slightly less than in previous years.
Tabor to celebrate centennial

HILLSBORO, Kan. — A record number of former students, faculty and staff are expected to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Tabor College during its centennial homecoming celebration Oct. 1-5.

MCC defends its role in meeting

AKRON, Pa. — The Sept. 25 interfaith dialogue in New York was Mennonite Central Committee’s fourth encounter with Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad since 2006. Previous meetings have focused on barriers to peace between Iran and the West, including mutual suspicion and hostile rhetoric.
Questions and answers from MCC on dialogue

AKRON, Pa. — Mennonite Central Committee co-sponsored a dialogue with international political and religious leaders Sept. 25 in New York that included Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and political and religious leaders from Christian, Jewish and Muslim traditions, in addition to leaders from other faiths.

MCC-sponsored dialogue to include Iranian president among religious, political leaders

AKRON, Pa. — Mennonite Central Committee is co-sponsoring a dialogue with international political and religious leaders that is intended to build peace and understanding between societies often divided by animosity.