About
“Mennonite”? What’s that?
The Anabaptist movement began 500 years ago when Christian believers wanted to follow the example of Jesus, rather than decrees of the state-sponsored church. The movement grew rapidly, although thousands suffered persecution and death at the hands of oppressive political powers. Those Anabaptists who followed the radical teachings of Menno Simons were called Mennonites. We also share many of the same traditions as our sisters and brothers in the Brethren and Friends (Quakers) communities, all Historic Peace Churches.
Core Beliefs
We emphasize following Jesus Christ in daily life, serving those in need, and working for justice and peace. For us, that includes a commitment to inclusivity in church life as well as the importance of recognizing our place within nature. The wisdom of our historical tradition is firmly committed to the separation of church and state, even as we recognize our responsibility to stand with the marginalized.
We are a small group, so we are able to focus on caring for one another, sharing joys and concerns, and holding each other in prayer. We think it is important to not only worship together, but to also have time for fellowship, so we enjoy snacks or meals together every Sunday. Our congregation has members of all ages, including young families with kids. We welcome persons of all faiths and backgrounds!
Connections Beyond Our Congregation
These are a couple of the groups we’re formally affiliated with. We find these connections helpful for many reasons including resourcing, accountability, and being connected to something larger than ourselves.