Gathering At The Hearth: Stories Mennonites Tell

Sharp, John E.

ISBN 10: 0836191617 / ISBN 13: 9780836191615

Edité par Herald Press (edition Illustrated), 2001

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Synopsis :

In biblical tradition collective memory shapes the character and values of people. These 28 stories reveal Mennonites' core values, who they are and want to be. Here you can read about peacemaking Native Americans, pioneer life, revolution in Russia, migration, optimistic David Toews, Annie Funk and the Titanic, a near hanging in Kansas, Orie Miller, dismantling racism, Emma Richards and Marilyn Miller, Peter Dyck, Mesach Krisetya, a new search for Clayton Kratz, and more.

Mennonites from varied backgrounds and experiences tell their stories. Ordinary people draw together in heart and mind, sharing events that mark their life and faith showing how God works in extraordinary ways.

À propos de l'auteur: John E. Sharp teaches history at Hesston (Kansas) College. He has served as director of the Mennonite Church USA Historical Committee and Archives in Goshen, Indiana. Sharp received a bachelor's degree in communication from Goshen College and a master of divinity from Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. He is author of the centennial history of Hesston College.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Gathering At The Hearth: Stories Mennonites ...
Éditeur : Herald Press (edition Illustrated)
Date d'édition : 2001
Reliure : Paperback
Etat : Very Good
Edition : Illustrated.