Stories and resources

January 2010

Peter J. Dyck leaves legacy of service Peter J. Dyck – longtime MCC service worker and administrator, renowned storyteller, Mennonite pastor and author – died on Jan. 4, 2010.
Sewing kit bags A mission of stitches

December 2009

Concerns raised as Canadian church coalition loses government funding In early December the government announced that it is ending its 35-year history of providing matching funds to KAIROS, a coalition of 11 Canadian churches and church-related organizations including MCC Canada.
Peace on earth Peace on earth
Peace on earth This Christmas season, view a gallery of images and Bible verses celebrating peace on earth.
Equipping churches to nurture healthy sexuality A one day educational conference taking place February 6, 2010 at the Canadian Mennonite University in Winnipeg aims to equip churches and individuals to promote and nurture healthy sexuality.
Kenyan farmer talks about climate change Kenyan farmer talks about climate change
New Wine: Shared statements a major step as MCC reshapes its future All 12 MCC boards are unified in support of a shared vision for the organization.
MCC in Canada launches mining justice campaign “My heart is well, even though darts are thrown at me,” said Francisco Machado, who was a guest speaker at several Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) annual meetings in Canada in November. He was referring to the character assassination and death threats that he has experienced as a result of his advocacy for mining reform in his home country.
Climate change affecting small-scale farmers in Kenya Changes in climate patterns here make it impossible for small-scale farmers to continue growing primary food crops such as maize and beans, says a local farmer.
MCC: Most vulnerable at risk because of declining giving to MCC Giving to MCC by people in the U.S. is 12 percent behind last year, but specific programs experience generous donations.
Former MCC worker discusses effectiveness of HIV and AIDS programs Jan Emswiler talks about her work with MCC's HIV and AIDS programs in Tanzania.
New hope in the name of Christ A glimpse of MCC's work around the world.

November 2009

The sound of hope “Take your place at the table. Spread your wings. Time to soar…”
MCC teaches new job skills to former sex workers in Bangladesh Former sex workers learn new skills that help them regain respect, economic sufficiency through MCC job program.
Zambian Brethren-in-Christ church members support those with HIV and AIDS Compassionate Ministries home care workers bring practical support to people with AIDS and HIV in Zambia.
Taking action Peer educators work to end HIV and AIDS.
MCC Ontario sending H1N1 response kits to remote northern First Nations Mennonite Central Committee Ontario (MCCO) is collecting and sending up to 2,000 H1N1 Response Kits to northern Ontario for distribution in remote First Nation communities.
House demolitions create fear for Palestinian family Anxiety shared by Palestinian families whose houses were demolished or who live under threat of demolition.
MCC U.S. leader plans transition as term ends MCC U.S. executive director plans transition when term ends in August 2010.
Congregations take message of peace to the streets This year, Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) developed new resources that assist churches like Ottawa Mennonite in taking the message of peace to the streets, including holding public prayer walks.
“Daily Terror” exhibit raises awareness in Great Lakes region MCC exhibit focusing on cluster bombs used to encourage compassion for victims, advocacy for ban on the munitions.
MCC responds to flooding in El Salvador MCC has committed an initial $20,000 to relief efforts in El Salvador, where massive flooding and landslides have occurred.
Remember World AIDS Day World AIDS Day is Dec. 1, and this year's theme is Universal Access and Human Rights. As you view these photos, we invite you to reflect on all those who are not fortunate enough to have access to treatment, support or medications. Learn more about MCC's work with HIV and AIDS at aids.mcc.org.