Since 1911 the Mennonite Church has entrusted
its memory and heritage to the Historical Committee.
Why is this mission important?
Yes, this mission is critical.
According to the Chicago Tribune, we are
living now in . . .
Author Leland Ryken said it this way .
. .
What shall we remember?
Let’s remember the story of Dirk
Willems, whose love for God was expressed in compassion for the
enemy . . .
Let’s remember the story of Maeyken
Wens, whose fervent and courageous witness still is heard today
. . .
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Preserve our heritage:
Interpret our story:
Proclaim God’s work among us:
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And we are preserving the official records
of Mennonite Church agencies and ministries . . .
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Who are the managers of this Mennonite
memory?
The Committee:
In 1996 we asked for membership representation
from the General Conference Mennonite Church:
The Staff:
How much Mennonite memory do we manage?
If you were to stack all the papers in
the archives on one pile . . . . . . you would create a tower
a mile high!
Where is the Archives located? The Archives
of the Mennonite Church is located on the campus of Goshen College.
How much money does it take to manange
this much Mennonite memory?
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How can you help?
Okay. I’m finished. Thank You!
Created by John E. Sharp, Director
