A writing originally published in the Botschafter der Wahrheit in 1900 and later translated into English. It tells how the Mennonites fared in Holland after persecution ceased and about the decline of spirituality in Holland, Prussia, and Russia, and expresses Peter Toews’ convictions about a body of believers who are united in faith and manner of living. 48 pages; paper.
A biblical study of the doctrine of nonresistance. This book is divided into three parts: “Old Testament Foundations,” “New Testament Principles,” and “Practical Aspects.” The last section, “Practical Aspects,” is thought-provoking and applies the doctrine of nonresistance to everyday life. A foundational teaching of the Christian’s conscientious objection to war is included. 186 pages; paperback.
A historical account of Anabaptists in colonial America, this booklet illustrates how nonresistance was lived out in a setting that was turbulent and dangerous.
Abridgment by John Horsch; biography by Harold S. Bender. This is a reprint of the 1936 book, written for the 400-year observance of Menno Simons’ conversion from Catholicism. The first half is the biography; excerpts from his writings follow. 112 pages; paper.
A compilation of writings and information from the life of John Holdeman and the early history of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. This book has two parts. Part One tells of John Holdeman as a farmer, as an author, and as a traveling evangelist. It also tells of the establishing of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, on the old foundation. Part Two contains many of Holdeman’s writings which were not in print, many of which have recently been translated into English. 531 pages; paper.
This history of the church is readable and comprehensive. It tells the story of the people who truly have sought to follow Christ and His teachings from the days of the early church to our time. The four sections chronicle the story of apostasy and the rise of state churches, persecution of true Christians through the ages, migration from Europe to North America, and the formation of our church as we know it today. 232 pages; paperback.
A session of the 1959 General Conference was dedicated to a centennial observance of the founding of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. Numerous speakers addressed the development of the church from various aspects. 40 pages; paper.
In this book, the author has written his personal recollections of the life and practice of the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, people over a span of sixty-five years. This book was written to give its readers a greater appreciation for the historic Anabaptist faith. 226 pages; hardcover.