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 Mennonite view of the American Revolution. This book takes place more than 200 years ago in Pennsylvania during the American Revolution. It tells of the ridicule, injury, loss of crops and other material things that Mennonites endured during this time. The perspective of history offered in this book and the effects of nonresistance is seldom considered today. 224 pages; paperback.
A concise overview of convictions and events that led to the formation of Christian Public Service during the early 1950s. This booklet tells of the challenges faced by conscientious objectors beginning with World War I and the intent of the 1-W service program as well as Preparatory Class. 48 pages; paper.
Hiram Mininger tells of his search for the truth and how he became acquainted with John Holdeman’s teachings and was later baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite. Included is a statement of his reasons for leaving the “old” Mennonite Church. We get a glimpse of the earnestness of our forefathers in seeking the truth. 23 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.
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.
This booklet contains a transcript of the speakers’ comments at the special commemoration service held prior to the 2009 Annual Meeting. Valuable from both a historical and inspirational perspective, this booklet will be of interest to many. 32 pages; paper.