Oct. 5, 2009 issue
MPN hires new periodical editors
By John Longhurst Mennonite Publishing NetworkPage:
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WATERLOO, Ont. and SCOTTDALE, Pa. — Sharon K. Williams believes Bible study is an important part of Christian life and discipleship.
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That’s why she’s looking forward to her new assignment as editor of Adult Bible Study, produced by Mennonite Publishing Network.
For Carol Duerksen, being named editor of Purpose magazine is an “exciting opportunity to help people find ways to make their faith practical for their daily lives.”
Williams and Duerksen replace the retiring James E. Horsch, who has edited Adult Bible Study and Purpose since 1984.
They begin their new assignments in October.
“Studying the Bible with fellow believers in the faith community is an important spiritual discipline for Anabaptists,” Williams said. “My goal is to assist leaders and Bible study groups as they engage with God’s story and vision, challenging their personal lives and congregational mission.”
Williams, of Norristown, Pa., holds a double degree in Christian education and music from Messiah College and a master of divinity degree from Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary.
She has served two co-pastorates and as a conference staff person for Franconia Mennonite Conference, and currently is the Minister of Worship at Nueva Vida Norristown New Life Mennonite Church.
She is also a member of the congregation’s Stand Together Ministry Team, which works at deepening the congregation’s understanding of anti-racism and cultural bias to strengthen the church’s mission.
Duerksen, a member of Tabor Mennonite Church near Goessel, Kan., edited With Magazine for 18 years, and is a writer and editor for Gather ’Round, as well as other Christian education curricula.
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