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March 22 issue
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CPT founding director dies at 70
CHICAGO — Gene Stoltzfus, founding director of Christian Peacemaker Teams and longtime human rights activist, died March 10 after a heart attack. He was 70.
His 45-year career included years of service in Vietnam and the Philippines, as well as directing U.S.-based peacebuilding organizations. He traveled widely, listening to survivors of war and advocating against violent conflict.
March 15 issue
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Franconia Conference to lay off most staff
Franconia Mennonite Conference of Mennonite Church USA plans to lay off most of its 17 staff members in the coming year.
March 8 issue
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Skater doesn’t match past Olympic success
Cindy Klassen did not add to her six Olympic medals for speedskating at the Vancouver Games Feb. 12-28.
March 1 issue
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Lessons of Lent, promise of Easter
As we are marked with ashes, we remember the palm fronds we waved as we danced around the sanctuary last year on Palm Sunday to commemorate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
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Goshen anthem decision debated
As online response to Goshen (Ind.) College’s decision to play the national anthem at some athletic events grows, groups are planning further in-person conversations and actions.
Feb. 22 issue
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MC USA offices face possible changes
As plans proceed for a new Mennonite Church USA office building in Elkhart, Ind., church leaders will discuss making that location the denomination’s sole headquarters.
Feb. 15 issue
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Haiti response in gear
As people in Haiti still lack basic necessities after the Jan. 12 earthquake, Mennonites continue to respond.
Feb. 8 issue
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Once more, for the gold
Cindy Klassen pauses for a moment before she hits the ice.
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The national anthem and Christ’s lordship
Having flown a U.S. flag on campus for decades, Goshen (Ind.) College plans to play an instrumental version of the national anthem before some sports events as well.
Feb. 1 issue
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Amid loss, help from neighbors
Even as they mourn losses, Haitian Anabaptists and service workers in the country are aiding their neighbors.
Download a free PDF showing the populations of
Mennonite groups and other Anabaptists.
