WDC-Stories Archives - Western District Conference

Encourage One Another

The WDC staff and many other volunteers are in the process of preparing all the details for Annual Assembly July 29-31 at Camp Copass in Denton, TX. The theme for […]

The Power of Stories

I’ve read a couple of middle grades fiction books recently that highlighted the power of stories. When we hear each other’s stories, we see people in new ways, we remember […]

Mientras Testificamos, Vivimos y nos Conectamos en la misión de Dios

Se acerca nuestra asamblea anual y es una de las mas valiosas oportunidades que tenemos para conectarnos como parte de un cuerpo en muchas formas: adoramos a Dios juntos, recreándonos […]

WDC Annual Assembly: Why Should I Participate?

“Why should I take part in Annual Assembly? What’s happening this summer?” I’ve heard these questions over and over. I get it. Many of us are tired. We’re assessing if […]

What now?

The Mennonite Church USA Special Delegate Assembly is over, and decisions have been made. What has changed? What does it mean for my conference, my congregation and me? What opportunities […]

Church Library Committees & Librarians–This One’s For You

This last week I was reflecting on the benefits of being a part of a faith community. The local congregation is a place of healing and hope that encourages me […]

Forming Faith in Kansas City?

Since I got home, I’ve been thinking about youth and young adult faith formation in Kansas City at our MC USA Special Delegate Session. When I think of the Biennial […]

Words for when we can’t see the way ahead

What will happen? How will we feel about it? What will we do next? These were questions in my mind as I prepared to go to Kansas City for the […]

Jesus Gives Us Peace–Thoughts for Mental Health Awareness Month

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do […]