Memo

Christian Greetings!

The Executive Council of the North American Mennonite Brethren Conference spent a couple of days together in September, 1995, and now again in February, 1996, to think, pray and plan together for God's good future.

Our priority agenda item for these meetings has been the shape, content and direction of our future. This is a good time for us to be planning how we will work together in our joint ministries over the next decades. Our sense is that we cannot continue to do things the same way that we did in the past.

Therefore, we have scheduled a consultation prior to and in conjunction with the North American MB Conference Council of Boards meetings slated for September 26-28, 1996. Issues such as our theology and philosophy of ministry, as well as the management, efficiency, effectiveness and funding of conference work, will be on our agenda. The Executive Council will invite several objective-thinker types to be with us for this consultation. Join us in praying that this strategic planning meeting will be an occasion to find the wisdom of God for our bi-national conference.

We are delighted to see the Lord changing lives in and through our "together" ministry ventures. We're confident that Jesus will be pleased as we sincerely and faithfully carry out our part of His worldwide mission.

Further notes:

- All of the above is subject to "Lord willing".

- Remember what that great philosopher, Will Rogers, said: "Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there."

- Plan now to be in Ontario July 10-12, 1997 for our next convention. This event will feature a new format that is interactive and high on inspiration and challenge. The theme will be "Straight Paths for a Twisted World".

- Also remember what that great theologian, Paul, said: "Those given a trust must prove faithful," and "God is faithful."

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