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Last chance to DOUBLE the impact of your gift to MB Seminary! All gifts received by Dec 31 will be matched by two generous donors (up to $20,000):
https://www.mbseminary.ca/donate/

MB Seminary's resources on MAiD

Videos of the presentations made during our conversation on MAiD are now available:
https://www.mbseminary.ca/navigatemaid-resources

mbseminary.ca Access MB Seminary's resources on medical assistance in dying (MAiD)

2020 Advent Devotions

The first Sunday of Advent is just around the corner. Subscribe to our devotions email list and you can look forward to an inspiring reflection each day from Nov 29-Dec 25.

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What would you say?

Join us on Nov 24 for an online conversation on medical assistance in dying.

www.mbseminary.ca/navigatemaid

To refer to the church as a building is to call people 2x4s.

Our Advent Devotions resource will help you reflect on the significance of the incarnation. Sign up below and you'll receive a daily email beginning on Nov 29.
http://www.mbseminary.ca/devotions-sign-up/

Take one day at a time. Today, after all, is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday.

Christianity & Culture

Many Christian leaders have identified the relationship of Christians to culture as THE SINGULAR CRISIS POINT FOR THE CHURCH. How does one actually live in the world without being of the world?

Dr. Bruce Guenther's 8-week course begins on October 26. www.mbseminary.ca/ths-680-ol/

"God cannot give us a happiness and peace apart from Himself, because it is not there. There is no such thing."

― C.S. Lewis

Choosing to Quit

Quitting might not be as bad as we think. This post highlights the need to recognize what isn't working so that necessary adjustments can be made.

mbseminary.ca Despite what most coaches will claim, the best winners know exactly WHEN to quit.

When we use questions instead of declarative statements, it puts us in a posture of openness where we're ready to actually learn, grow, and change.

Malcolm Gladwell: How I Rediscovered Faith | RELEVANT Magazine

"It was one thing to read in a history book about people empowered by their faith. But it is quite another to meet an otherwise very ordinary person, in the backyard of a very ordinary house, who has managed to do something utterly extraordinary."

relevantmagazine.com Malcolm Gladwell writes that he always believed in God, but has a had "a hard time seeing is God’s power."

How can we help those who are facing end-of-life decisions? Dr. Gloria Woodland's upcoming course will equip you with the necessary skills to journey with these individuals and their family members. This teaching is available online for the very first time! Here's a preview: www.mbseminary.ca/chp-692-ol/

Leadership and the God I See

In our newest online resource, Mark Wessner makes a connection between our picture of God and our leadership tendencies.

mbseminary.ca Who we believe God to be influences how we see ourselves, how we interact with our team, and what we think our mission is.

Let us love one another for love comes from God.

1 John 4:7

Bible Reading Drops During Social Distancing

These stats were taken in the USA, but warrant our reflection as well. In what ways can church leaders inspire others to read the Bible during the pandemic?

christianitytoday.com Daily engagement had already been declining, but worsened during the pandemic, according to the annual State of the Bible report.

Brian Cooper's upcoming theology course will span 8-weeks and is designed for the online learner. Learn more here: www.mbseminary.ca/ths-571-ol/

"Don’t let your happiness depend on something you may lose."

― C.S. Lewis

Take a closer look at our Marriage and Family Therapy program through our online preview event on July 15. Meet the program director, faculty members, and recent grads. Learn more and register here: https://www.actsseminaries.com/news-and-events/2020/06/25/marriage-and-family-therapy-program-preview

4 Things to Avoid During Church Finance Updates

Sharing important financial news is critical to the health and mission of your church, but there are a number of messages to avoid.

mbseminary.ca A careless finance update can quickly create distance from the very people you're trying to reach.

The Future of MB Seminary

President Mark Wessner shares about restructuring and the future of MB Seminary.

mbseminary.ca President Mark Wessner shares about restructuring and the future of MB Seminary.

Graduate Certificates

Earn a graduate certificate in just four courses! A certificate in Biblical Foundations, Christian Foundations or Ministry Foundations will accelerate your growth or give you a jump start on a degree program.

mbseminary.ca Earn a graduate certificate from MB Seminary in just 4 courses! Choose between Biblical Foundations, Christian Foundations, and Ministry Foundations.

Our ACTS World Campus has delivered 64 courses over the past 5 semesters to students who have never needed to leave their homes! Our faculty is filming even more lectures this month to prepare for the fall semester and beyond. We're excited to help you become equipped for impact!

MB Seminary Celebrates the Class of 2020

We're thankful for the ways that our 2020 graduates are impacting our world. Please join us as we celebrate their academic achievements!

mbseminary.ca Join us in celebrating our 2020 MB Seminary graduates! We wish them God’s richest blessings as they continue serving Him.

The Cannabis Question

We've created a new resource page on the topic of cannabis. Thanks to all the speakers and churches who have collaborated to share these resources (feel free to add more recommendations).

mbseminary.ca What do followers of Jesus think about cannabis? These resources are designed to help Christians consider the implications of legalized marijuana.

Join others in our MB network for the next Virtual Town Hall Meeting on May 21. TOPIC: how to maximize the benefits of house churches while avoiding the possible pitfalls. Visit www.mennonitebrethren.ca/events to register.

Ten Principles for Discerning God’s Will Together

Our latest blog post explores 10 principles to help us find God’s way together (written by Randy Wollf).

mbseminary.ca How can we hear from God collectively when we make decisions as a group?

Never Stop Learning

Two of our faculty members preached online yesterday and you can find links to their messages on our new resources page:

Brian Cooper: Life Together: “Going” to Church (South Abbotsford Church)
Pierre Gilbert: How to Read the Old Testament (Eastview Community Church)

mbseminary.ca Browse through MB Seminary resources such as articles, sermons, and curriculum.

We'll be sharing an update during tomorrow's Town Hall meeting of national MB churches. Register to receive to join the meeting via ZOOM: https://www.mennonitebrethren.ca/town-hall-meeting/

Hope in the Era of COVID-19

Our thanks to Bill Badke for his thoughts on hope and COVID-19.

"The three versions of hope I’ve described all fail because of the same fallacy: To have hope does not mean that you can ward off bad things from happening."

mbseminary.ca The COVID-19 pandemic has our world looking for hope wherever it can be found.

Open invitation to join us tomorrow morning as we pray the Lord's Prayer together. Register here: http://ow.ly/BHJB50zgt3Z

National Day of Prayer – April 22, 2020

Our MB Seminary team will be leading the next National Day of Prayer. Please join us as we walk through the Lord's prayer (Matt 6) on Wed, April 22. Register here: http://ow.ly/BHJB50zgt3Z

eventbrite.ca Join Mennonite Brethren from across Canada in prayer.

Our World Campus courses are tailor-made for social distancing! Upcoming 8-week courses begin May 4 or Jun 27. www.mbseminary.ca/actsworldcampus

There's never been a better time to be #equippedforimpact. This summer, we're offering online courses in biblical studies, theology, leadership, church ministry, Greek, and Hebrew. Whatever your interest, we've got you covered.
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“He has risen! He is not here.”

- Mark 16:6

There is no Saturday. In Mark’s Gospel, Saturday lies in the breath you take between Mark 15:47 and Mark 16:1.

- Jeff Peters

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