WHAT'S HAPPENING AT FIRST MENNONITE?

  • south adams a capella choir

    South Adams High School A Capella Choir will present a concert during our evening service on Sunday, April 12, at 6:30. Everyone is invited to worship with this talented group of students.






  • haydn's creation

    Join us in the sanctuary of First Mennonite Church, Berne, IN on Sunday, May 3, at 7:00 p.m. for the Mennonite Choral Society's presentation of Haydn's Creation, parts 1 and 2. 






  • membership/baptism

    If you are interested in becoming a member of First Mennonite Church, or would like to be baptized, please contact the church office, (260) 589-3108.







  • camp luz

    Registration for Camp Luz is now open! Early bird pricing is available until April 15. First Mennonite Church helps cover the cost for all families wishing to send children to camp. Check out campluz.org for details and registration! Any questions may be addressed to Josie Pfister.





  • vacation bible school 2026

    Mark your calendars now! This year’s VBS (combined with Berne Evangelical Church) is Emerald Crossing – an Irish Adventure through Psalm 23, and will be held June 1-5 here at First Mennonite. Like David discovered throughout his life, first as a shepherd and later as a king, we’ll discover important truths about the Good Shepherd and how he cares for His sheep. 



  • Kaixo usa

    Are you looking for a meaningful way to serve this summer? Kaixo USA is seeking families to welcome a student from the Basque Country, Spain, from June 30-July 27, 2026. Host families of any stage of life can offer English immersion, authentic American summer experiences, and show the love of Jesus to someone from across the globe, all without ever leaving Indiana! Learn more at kaixousa.com or contact Mya McClure at myamcclure22@gmail.com or call her at (260) 517-3237.


  • the week at first mennonite

    Don't miss the opportunity to fellowship and grow with our church family. Take a look at the schedule below. You will find something for everyone!


    SUNDAY - APRIL 5 - Easter Sunday

    • 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
    • 10:00 a.m. “First Fruits": Pastor Jeff Linthicum
    • No evening service

    TUESDAY - April 7

    • 6:30 p.m. Sunshine Hour (not on livestream; listen on scanner)
    • 7:00 p.m. Mennonite Choral Society rehearsal
    WEDNESDAY - April 8
    • 5:15 p.m. Grace Notes rehearsal (choir room) 
    • 5:45-6:30 p.m. Fellowship Meal in the patio
    • 6:10 p.m. JAM rehearsal (Room 7) and Mennonotes (choir room) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Ages 0-3: Nursery
    • 7:00 p.m. Ages 4-K: Room at the bottom of the ramp
    • 7:00 p.m. Grades 1-5: Family Life Center
    • 7:00 p.m. Youth: Youth Room (opens at 6:30 p.m.) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Chapel: Genesis 48 (Pastor Jim Schwartz) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Band of Brothers: “The Biblical Narrative in Plain Sight” (Room 13) 
    • 7:00 p.m. She Shares: Jehosheba (Room 15) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Young women’s (20s & 30s) small group: Galatians (Room 14) 
    • 7:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry, Women’s Ministries, and Quilting
    • 8:15 p.m. Chancel Choir rehearsal (choir loft of the sanctuary) 
    SUNDAY – April 12
    • 9:00 a.m. Sunday School for everyone
    • 10:00 a.m. “Dare to be Different”: Pastor Jeff Linthicum
    • 6:30 p.m.  South Adams A Capella Choir
  • community pickleball

    Calling all Pickleball players, high school age and up! Join us on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m. for great exercise and friendly competition. For more information and an up-to-date schedule of play, contact Craig at 260.450.4206.




  • project share

    Contribute to the needs of our community by participating in Project Share. You can place your donations on the table in the foyer or in the box inside the east entrance of the church.  Suggestions for each month are listed below, but all donations are appreciated.

    • January - Cereal & Baby Food
    • February - Monetary Donations
    • March - Vegetables
    • April - Boxed/Pouched Side Dishes
    • May - Cake, Brownie, Muffin Mixes
    • June - Paper Products
    • July - Personal Hygiene Products
    • August - Feminine Hygiene Products
    • September - Canned Meat
    • October - Soups
    • November - Pasta
    • December - Beans


  • parenting tips

    Did you know that you can receive weekly parenting tips, videos, and devotion ideas right to your phone? If you would like to sign up for this, please text the following: @fmcpare to the number 81010 and request to be part of our Biblical Parenting thread. 





  • right now media

    Do you have a Right Now Media account? This resource provides access to over 20,000 Bible study and devotional videos for youth and adults as well as a library of popular, safe kids' shows that you can view anytime, anywhere, and from any device. Activate your FREE account by clicking HERE.





  • church cancellation policy

    If South Adams Schools cancels classes because of inclement weather, we will cancel our evening services. If South Adams cancels classes due to fog or other non-weather-related reasons, a decision will be made by 12:00 noon as to whether the fellowship meal and evening classes for all ages will be held that evening. Cancellations will be posted at www.firstmennonite.org, on the church app, the church’s Facebook page, and a church-wide email will be sent out to those who have registered for it. For cancellations we will also inform WZBD radio 92. FM, who will read the announcement on the air; and Fort Wayne TV stations WANE15 and 21Alive. 

  • online library catalog

    The church library catalog is now online. By visiting firstmennonite.library.site or connecting to the catalog through the the church app, you can search for materials available in the library, see what’s new, and what’s popular. Borrowing materials is the same, just sign the check-out card. If you choose to set up an account in the catalog you can also see what you have on loan, check what you have borrowed in the past, and reserve materials that are on loan to someone else. If you have questions, contact Sara Jo Sprunger, sjsprunger@gmail.com, or 260-849-3004.