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#churchtoo - Theatre of the Beat tour
Theatre of the Beat is taking its new play, #ChurchToo on tour across Canada. Two Alberta performances: Oct 30 - Edmonton First Mennonite Nov 2 - Calgary First Mennonite Both show at 7pm Pay What You Can  Artfully
depicted through a variety of scenes and relationships, #ChurchToo
explores the struggle of wading into the realities of sexual assault and
examines the difficulties of speaking out in a community where the
topic of sex is often considered taboo. Follow an array of characters
through seven vignettes, each bringing to life stories about hidden
trends within our church communities. From the secret relationship of a
young woman and her pastor, to discriminatory church policies, all the
way to bringing forth allegations against persons in power, #ChurchToo
illuminates the messy dynamics that accompany the complicated truths of
power and sexual abuse. --- Tickets: Pay-what-you-can at the door (suggested donation: $15/person) Running Time: 100 minutes, no intermission **There will be a 20 minute talkback following the performance. Creative Team: Director: Matt White Dramaturg: Johnny Wideman Stage Manager: Chad Dembski Cast: Megan Fowler Brendan Kinnon Lindsey Middleton Robert Murphy Playwrights: Alison Brookins Jonathan Brower Joy De Vito Carolyn (Charlie) Gray Gary Kirkham Megan Piercey Monafu Hillary Rexe Thanks to Mennonite Central Committee and Mennonite Church Eastern Canada for sponsoring this tour. --- Content Advisory: #ChurchToo deals with sexual misconduct, abuse, and assault. Not recommended for audiences under the age of 14. |
Film: "Treaty Talk: Sharing the River of Life"
Film: "Treaty Talk: Sharing the River of Life" PUBLIC INVITATION Premiere Screening of Local Documentary  When: Friday, October 19, 2018 Where: Reunion Station, 4112-53 Avenue, St. Paul, AB. Screenings: 9:00-11:30am and 6:00-8:30 pm The film will run for 50 minutes with discussion to follow. Please join us for the first public viewing of this local production that focuses on oral-teachings of treaties and Indigenous and nonIndigenous relations in St. Paul, Alberta. Refreshments served Financial Support: University of Alberta (Faculty of Extension), City of Edmonton, Mennonite Church of Canada, Esther Johnson (personal donation). FILM Poster attached below for promotional use. |
| Attachments:
2018_Poster_Treaty Talk debut.pdf
Update from Werner and Joanne
 October 10, 2018 Update from Werner and Joanne Joanne is being taught how to make proper Ethiopian coffee- roasting on a little fire in her friend's home. After a short delay due to violence in the capital city, Werner is now teaching two courses (Spiritual Formation, and Anabaptist History and Thought). The students are open and engaging even though there seems to be a wide range of English abilities. He has over 40 students in each class. Impressed by the social justice emphasis on the campus, Meserete Kristos College has a community development track which includes courses on peace & development, caring for the poor, and restorative justice. Werner and Joanne are currently assessing opportunities for prison visitation in the capitol, which would provide a great opportunity for the students. Joanne is starting a weekly English tutorial & has been invited to preach at one of the student’s Mennonite church in the coming weeks. |
Twenty Years at Foothills
Building Relationships with People of Other Faiths
 On Thursday, October 25, Trinity Mennonite will host a night with Dr. Wes Thiessen who will be speaking at the Edmonton Christian-Muslim Dialogue on Saturday. Dr. Thiessen holds a PhD in Islamic history from the University of Victoria. Combined with his experience of teaching English in Tunisia, he has a unique perspective on Muslims and Islam. Please note, our original speaker Dr. John Hartley had to cancel last
minute due to a family situation. We are fortunate to have Dr. Thiessen
in Calgary who can step into the role on such a short notice. Admission is free and is open to all. Registration is recommended, however. For questions on registration, please contact June Miller jmiller@mennonitechurch.ab.ca. |
DNA & Geneology
DNA & Genealogy with Tim Janzen MD Mennonite Historical Society of Alberta Registration - $20.00 dmtoews@gmail.com |
MC Canada Communications Survey
 MC Canada Communications Survey Anyone who attends a MCA church is invited to participate in a 10-minute survey. The intent of the survey is to assists with planning MC Canada's communications strategy. The survey can be found online at mccanada.respondnow.ca. Paper copies are available as needed. Please contact your church office. |
| Attachments:
Mennonite Church Canada Survey 2018.pdf
Oct 27 Christian-Muslim Dialogue
Walking Together: Experiencing Peace in our Midst  Zaid A Rawni (Burlington, ON), CEO of Islamic Relief Canada. Dr. John Hartley (Yale University, New Haven, CT), Founder of "Pathways for Mutual Respect." October 27, 208 ARCA Banquet Hall 14525 127 Street NW Edmonton, AB Doors Open: @ 9:30 am Session @ 10:00 am Admission $10 Register at https://acwab.eventbrite.ca |
Valaqua Fall Work Day
 Help us get camp ready for winter! We'll split wood, clear brush, take down tipis, and remove docks. Lunch, coffee and snacks are provided. Saturday, September 29 9am - 4pm www.campvalaqua.com (403) 637-2510 valaqua@xplornet.com |
Prairie Youth Gathering
SAVE THE DATE: Prairie Youth Gathering 2019 July 28- August 1 (2019) Shekinah Summer Camp, SK.  This event is open to youth from across Canada entering grades 6-12 in the 2018-19 school year, and is being created to nurture, infuse, and expand our life in God and our life together. More information, fun promo videos, and updates will be available soon at www.prairieyouth.ca, and by following us on Instagram at prairieyouth.ca. |
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