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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

https://www.mbseminary.ca/easter2020/

2020 Easter Devotions

Any time our indignation rises against others, we should snap to self-reflection. Rather than point at “them,” we should look at ourselves.

- Sarah Whyte

https://www.mbseminary.ca/easter2020/

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Events – The Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches

Join the worldwide Mennonite Brethren Church in suffering with Christ. Members of our international family of faith will lead us through Christ's journey to the cross in this virtual Good Friday service. Visit mennonitebrethren.ca/events for more information.

mennonitebrethren.ca Events by Staff January 29, 2018 Global Good Friday Service – April 10, 2020 Join the worldwide Mennonite Brethren Church in suffering with Christ. Members of our international family of faith will lead us through Christ’s journey to the cross in this virtual Good Friday service. We will be taki...

Today, read again the story of Peter’s threefold denial (Mark 14:66-72). Don’t hurry to the forgiveness. Sit for a while in Peter’s denial and connect it to your own betrayals of Jesus.

As Jesus’ followers, we are to confess our sins to God and each another. Then we will discover that God is trustworthy—He forgives and heals us (1 John 1:9; James 5:16).

- Andrew Dyck

Trust. Lament. Hope.
You're invited to join Mennonite Brethren from across Canada in prayer. Wednesday, April 8, 2020, 11 am CDT. Visit mbherald.com/covid-19 for more info.

"Waiting is already burdensome; waiting for an unclear amount of time can be unbearable."

Living as Christians in a Time of Pandemic

Our faculty has worked together on this theological response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We pray it provides you with further resolve to focus on Jesus.

http://www.mbseminary.ca/christians-live-covid-19-pandemic/

mbseminary.ca Christians are asking difficult questions during the COVID-19 pandemic. MB Seminary's faculty offer the following theological response.