Fully Pastor and Fully Human

At Jesus’ baptism we see the Father affirming Jesus calling down from heaven, “You are my son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased” (Luke 3:22). Can you imagine the power in those words? The affirmation of God and of his Father all in one would carry such an encouraging nature not many […]

Praying the Persecuted Prayer

Each November, believers around the world plan special services to pray for the persecuted Church. This International Day of Prayer is a time to remember in prayer the two hundred and fifteen million Christians around the world persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ. The 2019 event is planned for Sunday, November 3rd and in […]

MEM Ministry in Bolivia

Our churches in Villa Nueva and Hacienda Verde, Bolivia are growing. Lives are being transformed, people are being freed from generations of sin. Parents in these communities see the value of a Christian education for their children. For many, life has been difficult and finances are a struggle. Most parents are paying what they can, […]

Will we Multiply?

EMMC has embarked on a plan that emphasizes a renewed obedience to Matthew 28:18-20; building a foundation on discipleship and disciple-making. Our mandate is to equip and encourage our churches for effective ministry, empowering them to participate in God’s work in the world. Our Leading with Vision Workshops have been conducted in nearly all our […]

Resourcing our Churches

October is Pastor Appreciation month. As you consider tangible ways to show appreciation to your pastor, please consider a gift to help us resource and support our pastors. We have been assisting a number of churches re-start in 2019. Through intentional conference and regional assistance these churches are returning to health. In May 2019 Henry […]

Treasured Foundation 2019

Treasured Foundation continues to have an impact on individuals and churches. TF provides high school students with a time of learning, worship, interacting and serving the community, developing friendships and intentional discipleship. We’ve reduced the cost, and youth groups have begun working hard to raise funds needed to go. The theme is “It’s Time to […]

The EMMC exists to EQUIP and ENCOURAGE our churches for effective ministry, EMPOWERING them to participate in God’s work in the world. Our international, regional and local ministries will focus on:

INSPIRING and FACILITATING local outreach and global missions.

EQUIPPING and RESOURCING local church ministries.

DEVELOPING and SUPPORTING pastors and leaders in our congregation.

WHO WE ARE

We are the Evangelical Mennonite Mission Conference. We are a diverse family of churches that are both urban and rural, stretching from Alberta to Ontario and into Mexico, Belize and Bolivia and all have a unique ministry we are called to. As disciples of Jesus we desire to reflect the heart and character of God. Disciples of Jesus grow, not for the sake of growth or the sake of increased knowledge, but for the sake of loving God with all we are and loving our neighbor as ourselves. As we grow in our understanding of who we are and the church God has called us to be, we take action to a renewed obedience and response to Jesus’ exhortation to “Make Disciples” in Matthew 28:18-20. This focus will result in God glorified.

OUR OFFICE STAFF

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Lyn Dyck

Executive Director

In September of 2015, Lyn joined the staff of the EMMC as Executive Director. Lyn enjoys spending time with his wife Jennifer, their daughters, and the various critters that make their home on an acreage in Southern Manitoba. If Lyn is not travelling to one of our regions, you may find him riding his motorcycle, camping, or puttering on their 140 year-old Mennonite Housebarn.

Lil Goertzen

Communications Coordinator

In August of 2000, Lil joined the staff of the EMMC. Starting as an Administrative Assistant, she quickly became the Editor of The Recorder and the Communications Coordinator for the office. Lil and her husband George make their home in Winnipeg. They enjoy camping, Christmas and time spent with their children and grandchildren.

Al Kehler

Conference Pastor

In May 2004, Allen joined the EMMC staff as Conference Pastor. During his time he has also filled in as Interim Pastor at the Hague Gospel Church in Saskatchewan. Allen and his wife Anita are often referred to as the Grandparents of the conference; a testimony to the many relationships they have built. Allen and Anita make their home in Winnipeg, and enjoy valued moments spent with their children and grandchildren.

Abe Giesbrecht

Missions Director

In February 2013, Abe joined the staff of the EMMC Conference as Missions Director. Abe maintains a contact with foreign and local missionaries and communicates missions activities and ministries to the churches in the conference. Abe and his wife Regina make their home in Altona, MB. and enjoy cherished time with their children and grandchildren.

Peter Serger

Social Media Director

Peter comes to us with a background in youth ministry both in a church setting as well as ministry in Thompson, Man. Peter is a graduate of Steinbach Bible College and has extensive work experience in print, graphic design and publishing. He and his wife Kristin live in South Junction, Man. with their two children where they manage their own publishing company.

Andrew Harder

Bookkeeper

Andrew Harder is the part-time bookkeeper at the EMMC Home Office. Andrew is a graduate of Steinbach Bible College and has his bookkeeping training from Red River College. Andrew brings a variety of experience and insight, and is eager to work with the Home Office team. He and his wife Heidi live in Steinbach. Andrew's actual in-office schedule will be determined, but you can reach him at andrewh@emmc.ca