Youth are invited to the “Back 2 School Bash”, on Sunday, Aug. 30, from 3:00- 7:00 p.m. at Tim Shoaf’s pond. Come for food, fun, and games! If you need a ride, please meet at the church’s west parking lot by 2:30 p.m.

Beginning Wednesday, Sept. 2, the following options are being offered for adults this fall:  

Chapel: In September, Dr. Ben Sprunger will be presenting From Jesus to Anabaptism. How did the life and teaching of Jesus spark the Anabaptist movement that changed history—and still defines our faith today? 

Band of Brothers: “Biblical Manhood: God’s purpose, plan, and power for His sons”. This year Band of Brothers will journey through the biblical record, not only to understand the Bible’s content, but also to help equip men to walk in faith, lead with strength, and live out God’s design for their daily lives.  

She Shares: This is a group of women who enjoy a simple reading of Bible passages and informally discussing our observations. The focus for the group this year will be the Holy Spirit. Join us as we get to know the Spirit better by exploring verses from Genesis to Revelation. Along with discovering insights from God’s Word, we share each other’s burdens and lift one another up in prayer. 

Kids Volunteers Needed: Just a few spots still open for Fall on Wednesday nights. We need three more helpers in the elementary, two more (on a rotating basis) in preschool/toddlers, and at least one more gym chaperone (6:15-6:45 p.m. only). Please see Chris Hyman for job descriptions and/or to observe to see if this is a good fit for you! 

The Wednesday night meal team for September, October, and November needs help to put away tables and chairs. You would help five times in three months. If you can help, please contact the office or Nancy
Sprunger. Also, the Koinonia Sunday school class is responsible for setting up tables in September.

Josh and Anna Mosser are leading a new postcollege age class for both singles and married couples. The class will begin on Sunday, Sept. 6, at 9:00 a.m. in Room 2 (next to the prayer room) in the lower level. If you’d like additional information, please contact Josh at (260) 223-8513.

Registrations are open for The Hope Clinic fundraising banquets with special guest speaker Gloria Barnes, author of When I Stopped Running She Found Me: A Birth Mom’s Story. There will also be a client testimony, an update on Margie’s Place, and ministry updates and stories of lives impacted through The Hope Clinic. The Berne banquet date is Thursday, Sept. 24, at 7:00 p.m. here at First Mennonite Church. For additional information call (260) 589-3561 for questions. 

Das Märit Farmers and Artists Market continues each Saturday from 8 am -12 noon through October 3. Each week our wonderful vendors have fresh produce, beautiful flowers, yummy baked goods, and a variety of unique handicrafts. Made-to-order Belgian waffles are also available for purchase. 

Church family DTS starts this fall, with a mission trip to the Dominican Republic scheduled for June 21-26, 2027. The class will focus on nine core components of a disciple. This class and culminating trip to Freedom International is open to singles, married couples, families (with kids 10 or over), empty nesters, retirees—everyone is welcome! Requirements: regular DTS class attendance (third Sundays), family homework, local service projects, and some reading. If all requirements are met, the cost of the trip will be covered! The sign-up sheet is on a table in the foyer

The Spiritual Guidance Cabinet would like to offer prayer for healing as well as anointing with oil to anyone struggling with health issues. James 5:14-15. Please contact Darin Ringger at (260) 820-0191.

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

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