June 29-July 3 Ambrose University College. Program Book

Transcription

1 Colossians 3:15-17 ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July 3 Ambrose University College Program Book

2 Colossians 3:15-17 Colossians 3:15-17 (NRSV) 15 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. 2 reclaiming gladly wear wear the the name name

3 Table of Contents Welcome... 3 Assembly planners & Volunteers... 4 List of exhibitors... 5 Tips for a good experience... 6 Service opportunities... 7 Detailed schedule... 8 Tours New international workers Evaluation form Ambrose University College map Calgary map Condensed schedule Welcome Reclaiming Jesus : Gladly Wear the Name. Welcome to this Assembly of Mennonite Church Canada, the assembly where we will keep before us the challenge of gladly wearing the name, of doing everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, as challenged by Colossians 3:17. What does it mean to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ? Set as this verse is, in a paragraph about clothing ourselves with Christ s values of compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and love, we are invited to think about how we are called to wear this identity as our brand. When others see us, when they experience our values, they see our brand of Christianity. We hope and pray that God s healing and hope are flowing through us to the world, and that the way we are branded will include acts and attitudes of compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and love. When these attributes describe our corporate and individual desires, we will claim again what Jesus and Paul proclaimed 2000 years ago. In the process, Jesus Christ will gladly reclaim us, his frail and imperfect disciples; he will call us, equip us and send us again to engage the world with the reconciling gospel of Jesus Christ. This is the hope that has motivated staff and volunteers to work gladly and diligently toward these days together as a gathered national church. May it be so. In addition to our coming together, this Assembly also offers you a prayer room to become quiet and ground yourself in God. We hope Ambrose s prayer room, on the north eastern side of the 2nd floor, with its stained glass windows and comfortable chairs, will help you settle into an awareness of God s nearness. Volunteers, coordinated by Kathy Dyck, will receive you, and pray with and for you, and for the work and mission of our church. Worship, Bible Studies, Discernment sessions, workshops, meals, refreshments, and boundless opportunities for fellowship await you. Opportunities to meet and encourage parts of the church that you are not yet familiar with call you to grow as God s people. The Mennonite Church Canada Day celebration invites you to celebrate and enjoy a party with this slice of God s big family. Friday night s farewell to Jack Suderman as our General Secretary will help us bless Jack and bring closure to this season in the life of Mennonite Church Canada. And, as our general board convenes on Saturday morning, many of us will enjoy the cultural and natural blessings of this part of God s earth as we participate in the tours that have been prepared for us. Elsie Rempel Director of Christian Nurture, and Interim Coordinator of Assembly Planning, Mennonite Church Canada ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

4 Assembly Planners Mennonite Church Canada Staff Leadership Name of Staff Program Area Area of involvement Bergen, Dave Formation Theme, workshop planning Bergen, Lois Formation Ministers Conference, Registration Dyck, Dan Communications Theme, direction, promotion Martens Zimmerly, Karen Formation Theme, workshop, worship planning, Ministers Conference Rempel, Elsie Formation Theme, workshop planning, Assembly planning coordination, Kids Assembly planning and supervision. Rempel, Jennifer Witness Workshops, room assignments Sawatzky, Louie / Thiessen, Vic Support Services Budget Preparation, securing of venue, general oversight of planning Friesen Wiebe, Lois Support Services Registration, communications with Ambrose Dirks, Ray Formation Peace & Art Exhibit Thank you! It takes a lot of volunteers to make an assembly happen. Mennonite Church Canada boards, councils, committees, and staff especially thank all the volunteers for their hard work. These volunteers come almost exclusively from just three Calgary congregations: First Mennonite, Trinity, and Foothills. We couldn t have done it without you. Our apologies for anyone who may have been missed. Where Needed Mike Beriault, Kate Janzen, Bet-lou Reimer, Harry Reimer, John Schellenberg BBQ Supper Marv Baergen*, Susanne Baergen*, Doug Boyes, Pholani Dlamini, Liz Elias, Kim Froese, Verna Froese, Rachel Hunsberger, Rose Krahn, Anita Lowndes, Doreen Neufeld, Maggie Joan Patterson, Jessica Peters, Bet-lou Reimer, Harry Reimer, Dan Retzlaff (Working sound system for program), Hun Ryu, Fran Smith Local Hosting Committee (Co-chairs) Bruno Friesen*, Rha Friesen*, Elvira Unrau*, Vern Unrau* Hospitality Anna Marie Boyes*, Lois Epp*, Anita & Reg Lowndes, Lorraine Wiebe, Erv Wiens, Marian Wiens Foothills Nurse Jenny Hiebert, Karen Mierau Ministers Conference * Committee Coordinator Jim Griffeth, Betty Wiehler, Nancy Elias, Annemary Buhler, Paul Bartel, Margaret Fehr, Charee Dhanyavong, Keri Clason, Noah Clason, Olivia Clason Parking/Ushering Jim Griffeth, Ali Henderson, Ellie Janz, Paul Neufeld*, Don Neufeldt, Tom Poovong, Erv Thiessen, Erwin Unrau, Anne & Garry Wiens* Peace & Art Bev Patkau* Prayer Room Kathy Dyck* Registration Linda Dickinson, Betty Friesen, Kristin Grasmeyer, Craig & Collette Harper*, Jenny Hiebert, Kennedy Krahn, Irene Kroeger, Karen Mierau, Ruth Neufeldt, Mary Lynn Retzlaff*, Shami and Deanna Willms Sound System Michael Fiss Tours Marv Baergen*, Susanne Baergen*, Jack Elias Transportation Marv Baergen, Paul Bartel, Harold Bergmann, Linda Dickinson, Harvey Driedger*, Helmut Dueck, Peter Dyck, Peter Epp, Elmer Friesen, Marvin Grasmeyer, Jake Harms, Peter Harms, Darrel & Rita Heidebrecht, Steve Heidebrecht, Corey Janssen, Rudy (jr.) Janssen, Alfred Janz, Kurt Janz*, Reg Lowndes, Hugo Neufeld, Richard Smith, Byron Thiessen, Walter Wiebe, Rudy Wiens Treasurer Betty Wiehler, Hartwick Wiehler* Young Adults Alissa Bender*, Jason Besserer Youth - Children Jon Olfert* Youth - Teens Chad Miller* Sponsor: Kurt Janz - golf shirts for subcommittee coordinators 4 reclaiming gladly wear the name

5 Thank You On behalf of Mennonite Church Canada, with all its 230 congregations, this note says thank you. Thank you for the hours of service, the creative ones as well as the ones spent on more mundane tasks; hours that made this major faith forming and church business event possible. Because of your work, the participants in this year s assembly have this opportunity to: Build up and nurture the church by worshiping, discerning, debating, learning together. Conduct the business of the organization of Mennonite Church Canada by reviewing the work and ministry, accepting or rejecting budgets and financial statements, appointing an auditor, electing its officers, members of councils and committees, and amending and monitoring adherence to its bylaws as needed. There are many more people who have played a significant role in preparing this assembly for you both staff and volunteers. Even though your name may not be listed here, we are grateful to you, too. And finally, it is a blessing for a national church to learn and discern, worship, sing, pray, and fellowship together. Thank you to each one who came. There are many national churches around the world that are not able meet together freely and comfortably in the way to which we have become accustomed. And finally, thank you to the faculty and staff of Ambrose College for hosting us. THANK YOU and GOD BLESS Elsie Rempel Interim Assembly Coordinator Mennonite Church Canada List of exhibitors Mennonite Women Canada Christian Peacemaker Teams Mennonite Disaster Service Canadian Bible Society Canadian Mennonite Columbia Bible College The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada Mennonite Men Mennonite Foundation of Canada Conrad Grebel University Mennonite Creation Care Network MAX Canada Insurance & Mutual Aid Ministries Mennonite Publishing Network - Bookstore Mennonite Church Canada Resource Centre Mennonite World Conference Canadian Mennonite University SmallTall Music Foothills Mennonite Guest House CHURCH 00:00 / 07:25 Mennonite Church Canada A radio program that explores the life of the church, CHURCH matters at home, across the street, and around the world. On the web at Mennonite Church Canada ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

6 Tips for a good experience Keep this book with you. It has schedules, maps, worship outlines, and other good things to guide you through your time at the Delegate Assembly. Our daily news sheet will also be available in ecologically friendly hard copy quantities (please share) and online to help you report back to your congregations ( If you re lost and confused or just looking for a friendly face visit the information desk in the registration area, or talk to a friendly volunteer in a green vest. If you re in need of first aid, a nurse will assist you. You can find the nurse at the marked table nearest the Discernment Hall exit. Care for our environment. Use reusable coffee mugs and water bottles if you have brought them with you. Ambrose is using compostable dishes and cutlery. Be judicious with your use of water. Turn off the lights when you leave a room. Scent free policy: In recognition of individuals with asthma, allergies, and severe environmental and chemical sensitivities, we ask you to refrain from wearing fragrances and scented personal care products at the Delegate Assembly. This includes perfumes, colognes, aftershave, and scented hair products. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated by those affected. Take this opportunity to get to know your sisters and brothers from other churches, learn the names of the people around you in the coffee break line-up, or make some new friends over lunch. We hope you leave with many new and renewed friendships! In case of an emergency, people can contact you here by calling during Assembly hours. SHUTTLE SERVICES Airport Shuttle Mennonite Church Alberta volunteers will provide a shuttle service from the Calgary Airport for $10 per person, each way. Please indicate your shuttle needs on the registration form. Mobility Service An on-site mobility service will not be offered this year. Ambrose is a small college and all events happen in close proximity to each other. On Thursday, July 1st, volunteers will arrange rides to Menno Simons Christian Elementary and Middle School for the Mennonite Church Canada Day Celebration for those with mobility needs. For able-bodied individuals, the 7-10 minute walk to Menno Simons Christian Elementary and Middle School for the Canada Day event will provide a welcome change from the hours of sitting we will do at Assembly. Daily Shuttle for guests staying at the Sandman Hotel or Motel Village. If requested, there will be a morning and evening shuttle service from the Sandman Hotel or Motel Village at the cost of $15 for the duration of the Assembly, including the Ministers Conference. Shuttle service is planned to ensure that guests arrive at Ambrose for the start of each day s activities and return to the hotel when the day s activities are over. PARKING Bicycle racks are located outside of Ambrose University College for those arriving by bicycle. Two pay-parking lots, each with space for 200 vehicles, are located directly behind the Ambrose Educational building. The ticket meters will be covered because fees have been integrated into larger contract costs. The second lot is reserved as an RV/Camping lot. INTERNET ACCESS Mennonite Church Canada has made an arrangement with Ambrose so that wireless internet access is available throughout the campus, including the residence, with no additional individual user fees. Please see the information table for login information. 6 reclaiming gladly wear the name

7 SHORT-TERM SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES WITH MENNONITE CHURCH CANADA Interested in living, learning, and serving the church in Canada or in international settings? Consider a short-term assignment with Mennonite Church Canada. Internationally Interns: Mennonite Church Canada invites young adults over the age of 18 to serve the church in a variety of settings. Interns usually serve in places where there are also long-term Witness workers. Mennonite Church Canada interns have served in Hong Kong, Philippines, Thailand, China, Korea, South Africa, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Bolivia, and Colombia. Assignments may involve teaching, administrative assistance, or helping Mennonite Church Canada ministry partners with whatever gifts the intern may have. In addition to service, internship assignments are for learning about oneself and the role of the church in the world. An educational component of reading and reporting will assist the internship participants in reflecting on the impact of their mission involvement and whether they are called to longer-term cross-cultural service through the church. University/College practicum: If you are a university or college student, consider doing your practicum through Mennonite Church Canada. Talk with your school s practicum director. Radical Journey: Radical Journey is a one year cross-cultural learning, service and formation experience inviting young adults who desire to watch for where God is at work and imagine ways to join in. Radical Journey is offered through Mennonite Church Canada in cooperation with Mennonite Mission Network (Mennonite Church USA). Radical Journey is a one-year program that involves an orientation month, 10 months of international service, and an integration month in the participant s home congregation. Sites have included Paraguay, South Africa, and England. ( SERVE Nazareth: Mennonite Church Canada is partnering with SERVE Nazareth, a Christian organization that invites persons over 18 years of age for 3-month or 6-month placements in Nazareth, Galilee, in order to gain cultural knowledge and to build relationships with Arab Christians. The chance to serve in a local church enables participants to learn more about Arab Christians and to build connections with the church in Israel-Palestine. Special Assignments: Mennonite Church Canada is also searching for persons willing to commit to special assignments in international settings. In Canada Mennonite Voluntary Service Adventure (MVSA) is for people 18 years of age and older, who are interested in Canadian service experiences of one, two, or more years. Participants live together in one of four local units across Canada, and volunteer in local non-profit agencies through partnership arrangements negotiated by the sponsoring congregation. Volunteers have served in medical clinics, tutored children, worked with senior citizens, repaired housing, and helped meet the needs of vulnerable people in various locations; See Long-Term Workers Mennonite Church Canada is also searching for persons willing to commit to long-term service in international settings. If you would like to begin a conversation and learn more, be in touch with us Give us a call! For more information or to request an application form, call the Human Resources office at Mennonite Church Canada toll-free at , extension 110. When you are online, explore the Mennonite Church Canada website at www. mennonitechurch.ca/serve. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

8 Tuesday, June 29 th WEdnesday, June 30 th 8:30 am Ministers Conference registration at First Mennonite, Calgary 9:00 am 4:00 pm Ministers Conference Minister s Kids Assembly at First Mennonite 1:30 pm Assembly registration begins at Ambrose 5:30 pm Supper Cafeteria Lasagne, Caesar salad, garlic breadsticks, strawberry shortcake, coffee & tea, water 6:30-7:30 pm Evening Worship Reclaiming the Name: Are you the One? Worship leader Jim Shantz, Area Church Minister, Mennonite Church Alberta Local Greetings Vincent Yellow Old Woman of the Siksika Nation or other Aboriginal host Song leader for the evening services Chad Miller, Associate Pastor, Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary Gathering Call to Worship Singing Scripture presentation Matthew 11:2-6 (various presenters) Message: Gareth Brandt, Faculty, Columbia Bible College. Response: Theme Song Prayer of Confession Sending Prayer Sending Song 7:30 pm Discernment Block 1: Welcome; Mennonite Church Canada 101: Purpose, Paradigms, Outcomes, and Challenges; Financial matters; Delegate discussion and feedback 9:00 pm Late Night: Getting-to-know-you activities for Young Adults and Young at Heart 8:30-9:00 am Morning Worship The Peace of Christ Ruling Worship leader/music leader: Alissa Bender, Associate Pastor at First Mennonite Church, Calgary Gathering Call to Worship Prayer for Awareness Song Scripture presentation Colossians 3:15-17, Jon Olfert, director at Camp Valaqua and director for the Mennonite Church Canada Kids Assembly Time of Silence Prayer for the Day Song 9:00 am Children and Junior Youth leave for Kids Assembly; Adult Bible Study with Jack Suderman 9:30 am Discernment Block 2: Announce quorum; introductions; process guidelines; agenda; minutes; Nominating Committee 10:30 am Refreshment break 11:00 am Discernment Block 3: Being a Faithful Church: An Exercise in Discernment 12:30 pm Lunch Cafeteria chili in a bread bowl, veggie & dip tray, market vegetable salad, coffee & tea, water Newcomers Lunch (Room A2145) Is this your first time at a Mennonite Church Canada Assembly? If so, some of the things that happen may puzzle or confuse you. Bring your questions, and your mentor if you have one, along with your appetite to this lunch with the Moderator of Mennonite Church Canada, who will do his best to help you feel at home in this way of being church together. How have congregations embraced being a missional church? (Room 2100) Please join David Miller, Director and Associate Professor of Missional Leadership Development at Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary for a conversation about the discoveries, joys and challenges that your congregation has experienced in becoming a missional church. 8 reclaiming gladly wear the name

9 WEdnesday, June 30 th 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm Seminar Block 1 Caring for Creation in the Alberta Oilsands Don Peters, MCC Canada Director & Abe Janzen, MCC Alberta Director. Reclaiming Jesus includes speaking out on issues that affect all of creation. Canada s development of the Oilsands in Alberta and Saskatchewan is a hot button issue. The presenters will share images and reflections from a recent Oilsands Learning Tour and engage delegates on the issues. Detectives of Divinity David Miller, Associate Professor of Missional Leadership Development at AMBS, hosted by Karen Martens Zimmerly, Denominational Minister and Director of Leadership Development, Mennonite Church Canada. How do you as a pastor/church leader, help your congregation uncover and name what God is doing The Power of Story Scott Sundberg, Communications Director of Mennonite Disaster Service. The power of story is at the heart of Mennonite Disaster Service. By showing the love of Jesus as we rebuild homes, we reclaim Jesus in disaster aftermath. Powerful stories of disaster, survivors, and volunteers will illustrate how the power of Jesus heals both giver and receiver. Jesus: Evangelist and Peace Builder Dann & Joji Pantoja, International Ministry workers for Mennonite Church Canada in Philippines. Jesus, both an evangelist and a peace builder, is the head of the church. The church lives in the tension between those two aspects. By exploring a few case studies and a biblical base for Jesus-centered peace building, this workshop will discuss various peace and reconciliation (PAR) ministry opportunities at home, in the church, and in various social contexts in Canada. Claiming Jesus for the First Time George & Tobia Veith, International Ministry workers for Mennonite Church Canada in Macau. As we gladly wear the Name, some around us will claim Jesus for the first time. Learn from the faith of first generation Christians from Macau - Asia s Las Vegas and our role in forming a people of God. Go Glocal : Intercultural Communication Todd Hanson, International Ministry worker for Mennonite Church Canada in China. Increased immigration means we need intercultural communication skills now more than ever. This workshop will offer hands-on practice and recommend resources for developing this essential skill. 2:45 pm Refreshment break 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Seminar Block 2 Naked Anabaptists in the 21st Century Eric Olfert and Leighton Tebay What is the bare message of Anabaptism and what does it have to say in a 21 Century, post-christendom culture? Using ideas from Stuart Murray s new book The Naked Anabaptist, we will discuss and challenge each other with the relevance and importance of an Anabaptist perspective for the world today. So You Do/Don t Want to Talk about Sexuality Karen Martens Zimmerly, Denominational Minister and Director of Leadership Development, Mennonite Church Canada and Scott Brubaker-Zehr, Pastor, Rockway Mennonite Church This workshop will explore the topic of healthy sexuality using the paper, Being a Faithful Church 2 and the process it recommends. Congregations Go Global Norm Dyck, Director of Congregational Partnerships, Mennonite Church Canada, and Congregational Partnerships Facilitator for Manitoba Four congregations reflect on the specific ways they have shared with and received from other parts of the global church. What have been the relationship joys? What have been the limitations? What are the broader questions this experience has raised for them about relationship? About partnership? Come and explore how your congregation can gladly wear the name through a global church partnership. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

10 WEdnesday, June 30 th 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Seminar Block 2 continued Acts of Peace/Art for Peace Ray Dirks, Artist and Curator of the Mennonite Heritage Centre Gallery, a ministry of Mennonite Church Canada. Artist Ray Dirks is on a peace journey. He has been nurtured by unique connections with artists from ethnically and religiously diverse communities. Engage the artistic community and spirit of the Art for Peace exhibit. Jesus Matters Amy Gingrich, Director of Herald Press for Mennonite Publishing Network. Does Jesus still matter today? Join younger and older adults as they discuss the role Jesus plays in their daily lives, and in their congregations. This workshop is based on the book, Jesus Matters, recently published by Mennonite Publishing Network. Introducing Sara to Mennonite Church Canada Sara Wenger Shenk Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary (AMBS) is our bi-national seminary, and Sara Wenger Shenk is its new incoming president. Sara is not Canadian, so she is eager to get to know this part of the church. Come help her in this important process. 4:30 pm Discernment Block 4: Approval of by-law changes; Future of assemblies; Delegate feedback 5:30 pm Supper Cafeteria Chicken souvlaki with rice, Greek salad, steamed veggies, fresh dinner rolls, assorted dessert squares, coffee & tea, water. Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Alumni and Friends Dinner (Room A2131) Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary invites all friends and alumni to gather for fellowship and the latest news from the Seminary. The incoming president, Sara Wenger Shenk, will be there, eager to meet and get better acquainted with Canadian Mennonites. 6:30 pm Discernment Block 5: Reports from related organizations and guests (Canadian Mennonite, Mennonite Foundation of Canada, Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Guests); Acknowledging congregational transition; Resolutions; Listening Committee; Delegate discussion and feedback 7:30 9:00 pm Evening Worship Confessing the Name: You are the Holy One Worship leader Doug Klassen, Pastor at Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary Gathering Call to Worship Opening Prayer Singing Scripture presentation John 6:60-69 Message Lucy Roca, Pastor, Refugio de Paz MC, Sherbrooke, Quebec Response: Theme Song Offering: for National Church Leadership development Singing Sending Prayer Sending Song 9:00 pm Late Night Activity: Meeting of Friends and Families of Gay and Lesbian persons hosted by the General Board 10 reclaiming gladly wear the name

11 Thursday, July 1 st 8:30-9:00 am Morning Worship The Word of Christ Indwelling Worship leader/music leader Alissa Bender, Associate Pastor at First Mennonite Church, Calgary Gathering Call to Worship Prayer for Awareness Singing Scripture presentation Colossians 3:15-17, Jon Olfert, director at Camp Valaqua and director for the Mennonite Church Canada Kids Assembly Time of Silence Prayer for the Day Song 9:00 am Children and Junior Youth leave for Kids Assembly; Adult Bible Study with Jack Suderman 9:30 am Discernment Block 6: Young Adults and Seniors in a Healthy Church 10:30 am Refreshment break 11:00 am Discernment Block 7: Continued: Young Adults and Seniors; Peace in the Public Square: Testimonies; Delegate discussion and feedback 12:30 pm Lunch Cafeteria Baked pasta casserole, spinach salad with strawberries & almonds, four bean salad, coffee & tea, water Mennonite Women Canada Lunch, Annual Meeting, and Workshop (Room A2131) Come and meet other Mennonite women from across Canada. In addition to informal fellowship, you will be invited to discuss findings from the Task Force Report on Bridging the Gap and Enlarging the Tent, thereby helping to shape future directions of Mennonite Women Canada. 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm Seminar Block 3 Do Residential Schools and Good News go Together? Part 1: Larry Plenert, Indian Residential School Adjudicator with Canada s Truth and Reconciliation Process. Christ s message is not always heard as good news by Aboriginal people. Part 1 focuses on the background of the residential school movement in Canada. Part 2 presents first hand stories of survivors/families. Can the church be part of the solution? Whose Lord is Jesus? Faith and Life Committee, Mennonite Church Canada Using Being a Faithful Church 2 as a template, what are the biblical voices to which we should listen when we ask about confessing Jesus in a multi-religious world? Make Way for the New Seniors? Elsie Rempel & Marianne Mellinger The boomer bulge is approaching retirement. What opportunities does this present, and how can the church best minister with and to older adults? Claiming Jesus for the First Time George & Tobia Veith, International Ministry workers for Mennonite Church Canada in Macau. As we gladly wear the Name, some around us will claim Jesus for the first time. Learn from the faith of first generation Christians from Macau - Asia s Las Vegas and our role in forming a people of God. Hand in Hand Nhien Pham, Pastor of Vancouver Vietnamese Mennonite Church and April Yamasaki, Pastor of Emmanuel Mennonite Church, Abbotsford BC. Emmanuel Mennonite Church and Vancouver Vietnamese Mennonites work hand-in-hand to visit and serve the needs of Vietnamese families living in and around Abbotsford, B.C. How does the Bible guide this intercultural ministry? Bridging the Gap and Enlarging the Tent Mennonite Women Canada Executive Are you a Mennonite woman in Canada? Help shape an organization that will be vibrant in bringing hope and healing to ourselves and others. Come, share your thoughts with the MW Canada Executive and members of the Task Force on Bridging the Gap and Enlarging the Tent and hear their findings. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

12 Thursday, July 1 st 2:45 pm Refreshment break 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Seminar Block 4 Do Residential Schools and Good News Go Together? Part 2: Larry Plenert, Indian Residential School Adjudicator with Canada s Truth and Reconciliation Process and Native Elders Christ s message is not always heard as good news by Aboriginal people. Part 1 focuses on the background of the residential school movement in Canada. Part 2 presents first hand stories of survivors/families. Can the church be part of the solution? Scripture Unbound Arlyn Friesen Epp, Mennonite Church Canada & Ron Rempel, MPN Reclaim Jesus by unbinding our reading of scripture. The Bible is packed with potential to engage the many ways God meets us and we meet God. Come, explore, and discover. Addictions in the Church Karen Heidebrecht Thiessen Lifebridge is a discipleship program in partnership with MCBC, MCC BC, Level Ground Mennonite Church, and Eben-Ezer Mennonite Church that is developing a transitional ministry for people recovering from addiction, transforming them to whole participants in our church community. My Comfort Zone has Stretch Marks! Eric Olfert and Leighton Tebay What happens when people across the country rethink church from the ground up? We get stretched! Come hear the journeys and challenges of congregations who are exploring and engaging different models of worship and ministry. Being a Faithful Church, Continued General Board Come and join the General Board as they host this conversation about the direction, implementation, and future of the process begun with Being a Faithful Church 1 and 2. Frustrated in Doing Good? Randy Wiebe, Director of Finance & Norm Dyck, Director of Congregational Partnerships staff from Mennonite Church Canada will guide participants through the hoops and loops of doing good in accordance with Canada Revenue Agency rules. Has your congregation been frustrated when intending to send ministry funds beyond Canadian borders? Explore the complexities of what it means to be a registered church in Canada. Learn how Canadian Revenue Agency impacts our congregational ministry options. Share your questions and ideas on how we can continue to do good while obeying the law. 4:30 pm Discernment Block 8: Budget approval; Auditor approval; Nominations Committee and elections; Announcements 5:30 pm Supper Mennonite Church Canada Day BBQ supper Menno Simons Christian School grounds and Gymnasium This meal, prepared by Calgary Mennonites, is open to the local Mennonite Community and will launch the Assembly s Mennonite Church Canada Day fun and festivities. Come and enjoy the Western Prairie hospitality and down home cookin of our gracious hosts. 9:00 pm Late Night: Activities for Young Adults and Young at Heart in the Menno Simons School Gym Mennonite Church Canada Day Celebration After a tasty western meal of barbeque beef on a bun, and informal visiting in the Menno Simons Christian School Gym and on its fine school grounds, an evening of entertainment will follow, including Cowboy Poet Doris Daley, Harold and Pam Fast s bluegrass band Back Road Traveler, a treasure hunt for the younger set, and a variety of musical and other talent. 12 reclaiming gladly wear the name

13 Friday, July 2 nd 8:30-9:00 am Morning Worship The Name of Jesus Claiming Worship leader/music leader Alissa Bender, Associate Pastor at First Mennonite Church, Calgary Gathering Call to Worship Prayer for Awareness Singing Scripture presentation Colossians 3:15-17, Jon Olfert, director at Camp Valaqua and director for the Mennonite Church Canada Kids Assembly Time of Silence Prayer for the Day Song 9:00 am Children and Junior Youth leave for Kids Assembly; Adult Bible Study with Jack Suderman, as interviewed by David Balzer 9:30 am Discernment Block 9: Ministry Stories, Testimonies, and Challenges; Financial trends; Cultures and Congregations 10:30 am Refreshment break 11:00 am Discernment Block 10: Ministry Stories, Testimonies, and Challenges and Projections 12:30 pm Lunch Cafeteria Chicken pot pie, fresh buns, red skin potato salad with dill, market vegetable salad, coffee & tea, water Join Hands Luncheon (Room A2145) Mennonite Men is best known for its Join Hands Church Building Program. Join us for lunch, meet Don Yoder, newly appointed Mennonite Men Coordinator, and learn about a new church building grant application from Ontario. Mennonite Men is also involved in developing spiritual resources for men. Join/continue on with us in a workshop led by Gareth Brandt, on the topic Under Construction: Reframing Men s Spirituality 1:30 pm Discernment Block 11: Ministry Stories, Testimonies, and Challenges; Resolutions Committee report; Listening Committee report 2:45 pm Refreshment break 3:45 pm to 4:30 pm Seminar Block 5 Under Construction: Reframing Men s Spirituality Gareth Brandt This workshop is for men who try to avoid going to men s events. Who is a real man? What is a spiritual man? What makes a Mennonite man? This workshop invites participants to reflect on their own male spirituality experiences using metaphors from the life of Joseph. So You Do/Don t Want to Talk about Sexuality Karen Martens Zimmerly and Scott Brubaker-Zehr This workshop will explore the topic of healthy sexuality using the paper, Being a Faithful Church 2 and the process it recommends. 36 Ways to Grow a Pastor Muriel Bechtel & Gary Janzen, Area church Ministers How do pastors gain the skills that are essential for effective pastoral ministry? Come for a quick tour of our denomination s tools to form healthy pastors for missional congregations. Representing the Jesus Brand in the Media David Balzer, Instructor in Communications and Media, CMU Should I say yes to a media interview? If we wanted to make the news as a community what would it take? Come explore a biblical rationale for engaging public media and identify practical steps that will help you grow in your confidence as a newsworthy, local church. Live for Peace! MCA Leaders, Janet Plenert, Dan Dyck MCA took their peace message to the public square! Come hear stories of peace in the public square. And let s think together about our calling as a church to be a people of peace. Jesus: Evangelist and Peace Builder Dann & Joji Pantoja Jesus, both an evangelist and a peace builder, is the head of the church. The church lives in the tension between those two aspects. By exploring a few case studies and a biblical base for Jesus-centered peace building this workshop will discuss various peace and reconciliation (PAR) ministry opportunities at home, in the church, and in various social contexts in Canada. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

14 Friday, July 2 nd 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm Seminar Block 6 Acts of Peace/Art for Peace Ray Dirks, Artist and Curator of the Mennonite Heritage Centre Gallery, a ministry of Mennonite Church Canada Artist Ray Dirks is on a peace journey. He has been nurtured by unique connections with artists from ethnically and religiously diverse communities. Engage the artistic community and spirit of the Art for Peace exhibit. Is Your Church Pregnant with Potential? Henry Block, Retired Area Church Minister, Mennonite Church Saskatchewan; Anna Rehan, Youth Ministries Facilitator, Mennonite Church Canada Wisdom of experience and passion of youth: can sage and novice learn from each other to grow a vibrant church? God is Present in Our Family Stories Alf Redekopp, Director of the Heritage Centre, Mennonite Church Canada Whether we trace our roots on a Heritage Cruise or preserve and share our family histories in a memoir, remembering and reflecting on our past is a wonderful time for learning to name and proclaim how God has been present in our lives. Go Glocal : Intercultural Communication Intercultural Communication: Todd Hanson, International Ministry worker for Mennonite Church Canada in China. Increased immigration means we need intercultural communication skills now more than ever. This workshop will offer hands-on practice and recommend resources for developing this essential skill. How We Welcome and Sponsor Refugees Today Brian Dyck, Mennonite Central Committee God s people are constantly called to welcome newcomers, including refugees. Working with refugees is part of how Mennonites are branded by others, so it is important for us to think through the whys and hows of this work. Introducing Willard Metzger Willard Metzger Come for a time of questions and answers with Willard who will begin serving as General Secretary of Mennonite Church Canada in November :30 pm Supper Cafeteria Pork cutlet with mushroom gravy, herb roasted potatoes, marinated vegetable salad, fresh buns, old fashioned chocolate cake, coffee & tea, water Canadian Mennonite University Alumni and Friends Dinner (Room A2131) Life has many stages. For some, one important step was studying at MBBC/Concord College and CMBC (CMU s predecessor Colleges) Outtatown, and CMU itself. Come to the CMU Alumni Gathering to reflect on where your journey has taken you since your student days, and to share with others what it has meant to you. 6:30 pm Recognition and thanks to our outgoing General Secretary, Jack Suderman 6:30 8:15 pm Children s activities *Parents, please sit near the exit to facilitate reconnecting with your children, so we can participate in Communion as the gathered family of God. 7:30-9:00 pm Evening Worship Proclaiming the Name: Have you heard of the One? Worship leader Karen Martens Zimmerly, Denominational Minister and Director of Leadership Development, Mennonite Church Canada Gathering Call to Worship Opening Prayer Singing Scripture presentation Acts 4: 1-31(various presenters) Message Doug Klassen, Senior Pastor, Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary Response: Theme Song Offering: for International Church Leadership development Communion Commissioning of leaders and staff Sending Song 9:00 pm Rest up for the Post-Assembly Tours and convening of the new General Board 14 reclaiming gladly wear the name

15 saturday, July 3 rd 8:00 am Departure for Lake Louise Tour 9:00 am Departure of other Post-Assembly Tours; Convening of the new General Board. Mennonite Church Canada Post-Assembly Tours Aboriginal Learning Tour to Blackfoot Crossing - Historical Park Cluny, Alberta Location: 100 km east of Calgary on Highway 1 and 7 km south on #842 Leaders: Neill & Edith Von Gunten, Co-Directors of Native Ministry, Mennonite Church Canada Time of Departure and Return: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm (flexible) Lake Louise Banff National Park Location: 200 km west of Calgary Time of Departure and Return: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Features: According to group interest the tour will take in Lake Louise, Johnston s Canyon, and spend some time in Banff for shopping or a dip in the hot springs. We will end the day with dinner in Banff/Canmore. Features: Neill and Edith will lead the tour to this recentlyopened world-class interpretive centre with interactive exhibits. A local guide will lead us through the history of the Blackfoot Nation, and participants will have the option of tasting some authentic Native cuisine in the restaurant on site (at your own cost). Opportunity will also be given to meet Blackfoot Christians for discussion and reflection. Some light to moderate walking/hiking is required if venturing outdoors. Cost: Adult $35 (GST included) Youths (8-17) $33 (GST included) Seniors (65+) $33 (GST included) Cost: $47 (A box lunch is included, but dinner in Banff is an additional, personal expense.) Additional, Self-directed Local Attractions in Calgary (brochures will be on site) Heritage Park Heritage Park is Canada s largest historical living museum, depicting Calgary in the early 20th century. It is located off Glenmore Drive on 14 Street SW. Fort Calgary Historical Park Situated in the heart of the city, on 9th Ave SE, Fort Calgary offers visitors insight into the early beginnings of Calgary with the arrival of the Northwest Mounted Police. Spruce Meadows Spruce Meadows is on the southern tip of the city on Highway 22X. It is a world-class Equestrian Centre and is featuring the Canada One Tournament on July 3. Calgary Zoo, Botanical Garden and Prehistoric Park Situated right in the heart of the city (off Memorial Drive), the Calgary Zoo is Western Canada s largest accredited zoo. Calaway Park Calaway is a family oriented amusement park 20 minutes west of Calgary, on Range Rd 33 Royal Tyrrell Museum Drumheller and Bad Lands sightseeing Location: 90 minutes northeast of Calgary Features: The world renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology and self guided tours of the area. Some light to moderate walking/hiking is required if venturing outdoors. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

16 MAJOR AMENITIES LOCATED NEAR AMBROSE (All directions and distances are from the traffic lights at Springborough Blvd and 69th Street SW) Location Restaurants / Fast Food Other Services Westside Recreation Centre (0 km) located at the intersection Sunterra Market Square (1.4 km) North to 17 Ave. SW (0.2 km) turn right onto 17 Ave. SW go to Sirocco Drive (1.2 km) turn right (on left side) Signal Hill Centre (4.4 km) North to 17 Ave. SW (0.2 km) turn right onto 17 Ave. SW go to Sarcee Trail (1.7 km) turn right onto Sarcee Trail go to Richmond Road (2.5 km) turn right onto Richmond Road all shops to the north side (right side) of Richmond Road Westhills Centre (4.4 km) North to 17 Ave. SW (0.2 km) turn right onto 17 Ave. SW go to Sarcee Trail (1.7 km) turn right onto Sarcee Trail go to Richmond Road (2.5 km) turn right onto Richmond Road all shops to the south side (left side) of Richmond Road Richmond Road East (4.4 km) Proceed to Signal Hill Centre and Westhills Centre as above turn left onto Richmond Road Le Villa Restaurant Mac s Misato Japanese Restaurant Papa John s Pizza Pizza Hut Second Cup Signature Palace Restaurant (Chinese food) Subway Sunterra Market A & W Harvey s Little Caesar s Pizza Montana s Phoenix Grill Second Cup Swiss Chalet Tim Horton s Wendy s Earl s Edo Humpty s Joey s Only KFC McDonald s Moxie s Opa! (Greek) Starbucks Subway Taco Bell Boston Pizzai Swimming pool (all ages); rock climbing; weight room; skating rink; exercise room; gymnasium RBC (Royal Bank) TD Canada Trust Superstore Zellers ATB Financial CIBC Rona Safeway Canadian Tire 16 reclaiming gladly wear the name

17 What Makes a Mennonite Ideal for people new to the Mennonite Church Dispels common myths about Mennonites Explains core Anabaptist beliefs Provides overview of Mennonite history Gives space to add your church s address label/stamp Available in: English Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese Vietnamese Korean Chin Visited your RESOURCE CENTRE lately? Mennonite Church Canada Resource Centre resources@mennonitechurch.ca We re at Assembly! First Floor Concourse Only $0.20/brochure. Order in any quantity. Pick up a free sample or purchase in bulk for $.20 (plus GST) per copy at the Resource Centre display. See Borrow Purchase Download Link What people are saying about The Naked Anabaptist: A remarkably accessible presentation of Anabaptism as good news for people of all traditions who want to follow Jesus. Allan Kreider, Jesus Radicals The Naked Anabaptist attempts and succeeds, in my view to get to the core of Anabaptism. Scot McKinght, Jesus Creed A powerful book... the sound of an old story told with a new voice. James Toews, Mennonite Brethren Herald An exciting gift to the church at large, especially those in the missional conversation. Jamie Arpin-Ricci, Pastor, Little Flowers Community, Winnipeg Get your copy at the MPN store! The Naked Anabaptist The Bare Essentials of a Radical Faith pages. Paper. $13.99 USD, $16.09 CAD (USA) (Canada) Herald Press is the book imprint of Mennonite Publishing Network. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

18 Introducing Mennonite Church Canada Witness Workers of 2010 Mennonite Church Canada BE INFORMED Read about ministry updates in the WoW! International Report. To subscribe, contact Ingrid Miller at mennonitechurch.ca or click on for more information on Mennonite Church Canada ministries. SERVE Explore service opportunities on the Mennonite Church Canada website, www. mennonitechurch.ca/serve. Please contact Mennonite Church Canada Human Resources Director, Kirsten Schroeder at mennonitechurch.ca if you are interested in serving. Sarah Quartel Witness Associate in South Korea Dates: Oct. 1, 2009 Sept. 31, 2010 Serves as a teacher in an English teaching ministry at Connexus, a language institute associated with the Korea Anabaptist Center. Home Congregation is Grant Memorial Baptist Church, Winnipeg, MB. Hun & Sunny Lee Witness Associates in South Korea Dates: Dec. 3, indefinite Hun serves as a teaching pastor in the Onnuri Community Church based in Seoul. Sunny works with a variety of programs, as well as assisting when possible at the Korea Anabaptist Center. Home Congregation is Trinity Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB. Nhien Pham Witness Special Assignment in Vietnam Dates: Jan. 6, 2010 indefinite Jointly appointed by North American Vietnamese Mennonite Fellowship (NAVMF) and Mennonite Church Canada to facilitate ministry relationships with the Mennonite Church in Vietnam, as well as a Vietnamese Mennonite Church in Cambodia. Home Congregation is Vancouver Vietnamese Mennonite Church, Vancouver, BC. Rudy Baergen Witness Special Assignment in Colombia Dates: Jan. 26, 2010 Feb. 19, 2010 Invited to teach Mennonite Biblical Seminary courses in Bogotá and Barranquilla. Home Congregation is Bethel Mennonite Church, Winnipeg, MB. SUPPORT Your financial support plays an important role in growing these ministries. Please contact Mennonite Church Canada to learn how you can develop a congregational partnership or share a gift with these ministries. Donate online at PRAY Prayer support is so important and gratefully welcomed. To subscribe to the monthly PrayerNet and be informed of the many prayer requests that come across our desks from around the world, contact Deb Froese at dfroese@ mennonitechurch.ca Palmer Becker Witness Special Assignment in East Asia Dates: Mar. 12 May 10, 2010 Invited to engage Christians in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Korea, and Vietnam through teaching and speaking engagements at seminaries and churches. Home Congregation is Waterloo North Mennonite Church, Waterloo, ON. Titus Guenther Witness Special Assignment in Chile Dates: Apr , 2010 Encourage and accompany Mennonite Church Canada church partners in Chile, their leaders and congregations, particularly in response to the Feb. 27th earthquake. Home Congregation is Charleswood Mennonite Church, Winnipeg, MB Allison Pauls Witness Long Term Worker in Paraguay Dates: June 10, 2010 Nov. 30, 2013 Serves on the music faculty of the Centro Evangélico Menonita de Teología Asunción (CEMTA), in Asunción, Paraguay. Home Congregation is Winkler Bergthaler Mennonite Church, Winkler, MB. 18 reclaiming gladly wear the name

19 Sarah Blackwell Witness Associate in Korea Dates: 2-year assignment starting summer 2010 Peace Education Volunteer at Korea Anabaptist Center Home Congregation is Crossroads MB Church, Winnipeg, MB. Bob Dick Witness Long Term Worker in China Dates: 2-year assignment starting summer 2010 Teaching English at AnQing University, providing a Christian presence and building relationships with students. Home Congregation is First Mennonite Church, Winnipeg, MB. Robert (Jack) Suderman Missional Church Ambassador Dates: Sept. 1, 2010 September 1, 2012 Resourcing the church in its vocation of being God s people in the world through speaking, teaching, resourcing, consulting and writing assignments on behalf of Mennonite Church Canada, both internationally and nationally, within and beyond Mennonite Church Canada constituency and partners. Home Congregation is Bethel Mennonite Church, Winnipeg, MB Matt Tiessen Witness Intern in Philippines Dates: Sept. 1, 2010 Aug. 31, 2011 Provide auto mechanics assistance at Peacebuilders Community, Inc. in Davao City, Philippines. Home Congregation is Leamington United Mennonite Church, Leamington, ON. Megan Enns Witness Intern in Philippines Dates: Sept. 10 Dec. 31, 2010 Serving a 4-month Witness Internship as a research assistant with Peacebuilders Community, Inc. in Davao City, Philippines. Done jointly with the Canadian Mennonite University s practicum program. Home Congregation is Foothills Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB. Mark and Lisa Wiebe Witness Interns in China Dates: 1 year assignment starting Sept Will serve with the Radical Journey program. Home Congregation is Douglas Mennonite Church, Winnipeg, MB. Erwin & Marian Wiens Witness Special Assignment in South Korea Dates: Sept summer 2012 Invited by the Korea Anabaptist Center (KAC) to provide training for church leaders and strengthen the connection between KAC and churches in the Anabaptist network. Home Congregation is Trinity Mennonite Church, Calgary, AB Witness Workers on 2010 North American Ministry Assignment Phil & Julie Bender return to China January 2011 Tim & Cindy Buhler complete service with Mennonite Church Canada in October 2010 Pat & Rad Houmphan return to Thailand June 2010 Fanosie & Dianne Legesse complete service with Mennonite Church Canada in October 2010 Daniel & Joji Pantoja return to Philippines August 2010 George & Tobia Veith return to Macau July 2010 If you are interested in having Witness Workers on North American Ministry visit your congregation, please contact Norm Dyck, Director of Congregational Partnerships at ndyck@mennonitechurch.ca. ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

20 > Begin a conversation Radical Journey is a year-long experience that begins a conversation that will continue for the rest of your life. Through this conversation, you will develop spiritually and personally by integrating faith into your life through experiential cross-cultural learning and service. You will develop leadership abilities within a supportive community, exploring faith and life from an Anabaptist perspective. { } > From the city The conversation will begin in an urban setting like Chicago. For a month, as you discern and live out your faith, you will live in an intentional community that practices hospitality and strives to offer and receive God s love. > To around the world From there, the conversation will continue in one of several international service assignments for 11 months. Mentors will walk alongside you as you witness God at work in the world and imagine ways you can become an example of God s love to others. >>> > Coming home After a brief reentry period, you will integrate what you have learned into your home community, and help to encourage and challenge others in their faith journey. You will continue to imagine ways to become a part of what God is doing in the world. Assignment possible locations; South Africa, China, England, Bolivia and Argentina. Radical Journey is not program oriented, but is interested in developing vital communities of faith and service. Radical Journey focuses on spiritual practices, including prayer, theological reflection, generosity, storytelling, shaping and transforming communities, hospitality and leadership. We are pilgrims together on a radical journey. For more information and to apply: (contact Kirsten) or Mennonite Mission Network The Mission agency of Mennonite Church USA 20 reclaiming gladly wear the name

21 Evaluation Form Mennonite Church Canada Delegate Assembly 2010 Your comments will be very helpful to evaluate the future of Mennonite Church Canada gatherings and to plan next year s Mennonite Church Canada Delegate Assembly. Please take a few moments to complete this form and return it to the Information Desk before you leave. Thank you! Age Group of Respondent: under over 60 Overall Evaluation of the Assembly Very Good Good Fair Poor WORSHIP Very Good Good Fair Poor Comments Worship leaders Worship music Speakers Use of visuals, rituals, etc. Inclusion of children in worship Communion service KIDS ASSEMBLY (if Very Good Good Fair Poor Comments applicable) Activities Connection with Assembly theme Leaders Impact of Assembly timing SEMINARS Very Good Good Fair Poor Comments Relevance of topics Seminar presentations FACILITIES AND Very Good Good Fair Poor Comments SERVICES General location Worship and discernment hall Bookstore and displays Prayer room Food services Transportation services Program book Daily news sheet DISCERNMENT AND Very Good Good Fair Poor Comments REPORTING Mennonite Church Canada Delegate Assembly participants only Report/Work Book Reporting (General Board, Councils, etc.) Discussion times Balance of reporting and discussion PLEASE TURN OVER AND COMPLETE OTHER SIDE ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

22 Evaluation Form Mennonite Church Canada Delegate Assembly 2010 A highlight of the Assembly for me: I liked the format: Yes No Not Sure Additional Comments: Suggestions for future gatherings: Please tell us about yourself: I am a congregational delegate I am a Youth Ambassador I am an Area Church delegate. I am a staff person for Mennonite Church Canada or a related agency Please tell us about your reasons for coming to the Assembly (please check all that apply): It was important to me to participate in a national church gathering. My church asked me to attend (as a delegate or otherwise). The event sounded interesting to me. My staff or volunteer role required me to attend. Other please describe: Please tell us how often you have attended a church-wide gathering such as a Mennonite Church Canada Delegate Assembly: This is my first time. I have attended 1-5 gatherings. I have attended 5-10 gatherings. I have attended more than 10 gatherings. If there would be a future joint Mennonite Church USA and Mennonite Church Canada gathering, as was the case in 2008, which factor would be most important to you in determining whether or not you would attend (Number your choices in order of priority: 1 = most important; 4 = least important) Program (theme, speakers, seminar topics, etc.) Location Cost Other please describe: Comments: General Comments (please feel free to use additional paper): Please take a few moments to complete this form and return it to the Information Desk before you leave. Thank you! 22 reclaiming gladly wear the name

23 Ambrose University College Maps Ambrose University College - First Floor Discernment Hall Ambrose University College - Second Floor Administration 1 Book Store/Resource 2 Centre Communications 3 Conference Rooms 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Seminar Rooms 2210, 2145, 2141, 2133, 2131, Airhart Theatre Special Lunch/Supper Concourse, level 2 General Board 2131 Junior Youth 2212 ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

24 Calgary Map Directions To Ambrose University College Go to 17th Ave and 69th St SW (right by the Westside Rec Centre). Go south on 69th St and take the first right onto Springborough Blvd. At the traffic circle turn right into the campus. For parking, follow the traffic arrows around behind the gymnasium to the parking lot. Important Locations A - Ambrose University College B - Foothills Mennonite Church C - First Mennonite Church D - Menno Simons Christian School 24 reclaiming gladly wear the name

25 ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE Time Tuesday, June 29 Wednesday, June 30 Thursday, July 1 Friday, July 2 Saturday, July 3 8:30 Ministers Conference registration at First Mennonite Morning worship and Bible Teaching Morning worship and Bible Teaching Morning worship and Bible Teaching 9:00 Ministers 9:30 Conference: 9:00 am 4:00 pm Discernment Block 2 Discernment Block 6 Discernment Block 9 10:30 Break Break Break Break 11:00 Discernment Block 3 Discernment Block 7 Discernment Block 10 12:30 Ministers Conference Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch 1:30 Assembly registration at Ambrose Seminar Block 1 Seminar Block 3 Discernment Block 11 2:45 Break Break Break Break 3:15 Seminar Block 2 Seminar Block 4 Seminar Block 5 Assembly registration at Ambrose continues 4:30 Discernment Block 4 Discernment Block 8 Seminar Block 6 Post-Assembly Tours 5:30 Supper Supper BBQ Supper at MSCS Supper 6:30 7:00 Opening and Worship Discernment Block 5 Mennonite Church Canada Day Celebration Recognition of outgoing General Secretary 7:30 Discernment Block 1 Evening Worship 9:00 Late night activities Late night activities Late night activities Final worship and Communion Rest for Post-Assembly Tours ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July

26 Colossians 3:15-17 ASSEMBLY 2010 Calgary, Alberta June 29-July 3 Ambrose University College Program Book