Roots …

s we pulled up to the church and got out of the car, I knew I’d be in for a treat. The music could be heard from the down the street as the worship band warmed up. The warm Spanish culture was on full display as people began to congregate outside the church and make […]

Prayer Exposure Team

On Thursday February 27 Braeden Friesen and I took off from Saskatoon, SK to join other team Prayer Exposure Team members in Chicago later that evening. All of our flights went as planned and the excitement grew as we landed on the ground in Santa Cruz, Bolivia the next day. We asked for exposure and […]

Bolivia Exposure 2020

I was blessed to be part of the prayer team that went to Bolivia earlier this year. We had the perfect tour guide in Darrell Kehler, due to his experience in Bolivia as a missionary for 10 years. His knowledge of the language and customs of the country was invaluable. A highlight for me was […]

Big things from a small place

There I was. A cold Sunday morning in January. Sitting on the far end of the bench, up against the west wall in the Bergfeld church. This area northeast of Altona, Manitoba was known as Rudnerweide school district, and was the birthing ground of the Rudnerweide Gemeinde, which later became the Evangelical Mennonite Mission Conference. […]

Final Message: Overcoming

The annual Prayer Band banquet is a highlight for many at Glencross Church. It is held the first Monday in December and is a time of good food, fellowship, music and a message. It is also the evening when the Prayer Band participants discover who has been praying for them all year (if they have […]

Celebrations continues

Ordination of Pastor James Friesen took place on January 12, 2020. Conference Pastor Al Kehler officiated this part of the service and also provided the message for the morning. Several other pastors from the community shared comments of encouragement and blessings. Affirmation for Pastor James and his prayer ministry came from many individuals who expressed […]

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.

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

Joyce Harnett

Administrative Assistant

We are excited to introduce you to Joyce Harnett, the new administrative assistant. Joyce and her family attend the Niverville Community Fellowship, Manitoba. Joyce comes with a variety of administrative and assistance experience, and will help carry the ministry in Home Office. She will be working approximately 20 hours per week. Stop by the office and say hi!