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# University Mennonite Church

Welcome to University Mennonite Church in State College

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## Posts

- [2025 UMC Christmas Photos/Updates!](https://universitymennonite.org/2025-umc-christmas-photos-updates/)
- [from the Minnich family](https://universitymennonite.org/from-the-minnich-family/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Christmas-letter-2025-with-signatures.pdf" title="Christmas letter 2025 (with signatures)"]
- [from the Davis family](https://universitymennonite.org/from-the-davis-family/) - Here we are in December. Temperatures have been well below freezing for nearly a month, and there’s snow on the mountain. We’re thankful for this true winter and how it helps our forests and the brook trout in the headwater streams that run down the face of the Allegheny Front. Like the seasons, our lives
- [from the Wideman family](https://universitymennonite.org/from-the-wideman-family/) - This year, Jonas continued taking martial arts where he has reached blue belt with one stripe. He enjoys playing with LEGO and has begun taking Spanish on Duolingo, in addition to beginning saxophone in his 4th grade band. Alethia started middle school and has been adjusting well. She joined the drama club and was invited
- [from Mary Derstein](https://universitymennonite.org/from-mary-derstein/) - Dear Friends, What is time? Where does it go? How did I use it? Questions to consider at the end of another year (or another day). Some highlights of my year, beyond the daily routine of housekeeping and gardening, were travel and volunteer activities. In April, I traveled to McAllen, TX for a guided birding

## Pages

- [University Mennonite Church](https://universitymennonite.org/) - A justice-minded, LGBTQ-affirming, community-centered, Anabaptist Peace congregation located in State College, Pennsylvania; right here in Happy Valley.
- [Worship Bulletins 2026](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2026/) - Click on a date to view a PDF copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. Or just click on the download button to download a copy to your local device. View bulletins from other years: 2025,
- [Our Pastor](https://universitymennonite.org/pastor/) - Pastor Ben Wideman It is a gift to be affirmed as pastor at University Mennonite Church, the place our family has called home for more than a decade. My faith was shaped first by my family and home community at Wideman Mennonite Church in Markham, Ontario. It grew and developed further during my time studying
- [Sermon Texts 2026](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2026/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of our recent sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 May 10 2026 Sermon - John 14Download April 26 2026 Sermon -
- [Christian Education](https://universitymennonite.org/christian-education/) - Christian education for all ages is held after worship each Sunday from September through May. On the first Sunday of the month, we have an extended time of intergenerational conversation. Once a month we also have an intergenerational Sunday school class. Our Sunday morning services include a special time when children are welcomed up front
- [Sunday Morning Sharing](https://universitymennonite.org/sunday-morning-sharing/)
- [Staff and Volunteers](https://universitymennonite.org/staff-and-volunteers/) - Pastor After a pastoral search process, our congregation has affirmed Ben Wideman as our new minister. Administrative Assistant Ben Wideman (until a new administrator is found!)814.234.2039 (office) Elders To easily send an email to all elders above, including our pastor, use umc-elders@googlegroups.com Congregational Chair, Assistant Chair, and Treasurer The UMC leadership team consists of the
- [Congregation Meeting 2026-05-03](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2026-05-03/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, May 3, 2026 11:30 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening - Rick Meeting House Floor Replacement Proposal - Gloria Horst Rosenberger and Doug Yoder Presentation on Name Tags - Melody Thompson Discussion around Ben Wideman as our pastoral candidate (Ben and Meredith not present) There was no formal financial update, but
- [Congregation Meeting Dates](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meetings/) - Our church meets quarterly for business meetings. At each meetings reports are presented and decisions are made on a variety of topics including budget and finance, church programs, facilities, conference activities, church practices. Meetings usually take place in February, May, August and November and dates will be on the church calendar. We do gift discernment
- [Worship Service Recordings](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings/) - Watch any of our recent recordings of our worship services by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older services are audio only) can be found by clicking on the specific calendar year: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Sunday Morning Worship Services](https://universitymennonite.org/worship/) - Join us for worship at 10 am eastern, in-person or on Zoom
- [Welcome to University Mennonite](https://universitymennonite.org/about-us/) - We are a community of Christians who seek to be faithful disciples of Jesus in today's world. This discipleship is nurtured and expressed in our worship services, in mutual care and discernment, and in our mission to serve others and invite them to follow Christ. We are a congregation that welcomes and affirms LGBTQ individuals,
- [Sermon Texts 2025](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2025/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of our recent sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 December 21, 2025 Sermon - Luke 1_26-39Download November 23 2025 Sermon - Genesis
- [Worship Bulletins 2025](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2025/) - Click on a date to view a PDF copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. Or just click on the download button to download a copy to your local device. View bulletins from other years: 2024,
- [Register](https://universitymennonite.org/register-2/) - Register for the University Mennonite Web Site If you are actively engaged in the UMC church community we invite you to complete the registration form below to receive a login account for the site. Logged in users have access to an additional menu, MyUMC, which includes additional content not available to the general public: Information
- [Social Media](https://universitymennonite.org/facebook-page/) - Visit us on Facebook or Instagram by clicking on the icons below Note: social media pages will open up in a new tab
- [Sharing and Loan List](https://universitymennonite.org/sharing-and-loan-list/) - University Mennonite Church maintains a list of items that community members have offered to share with others. Communal sharing is a great way save money, help others, and reduce your environmental impact. The list includes tools, recreational equipment, and even vehicles. You can view all the items that are available on the grid below (scroll
- [Contact Us](https://universitymennonite.org/comments-or-questions/) - Send us a comment or question and we'll get back to you promptly.
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-11-23](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-11-23/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, November 23, 2025 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening - Rick Approval of minutes from September 7, 2025 meeting Congregational co-chair report - Rick Congregational meeting survey results Pastoral search committee Report - Gloria Worship committee report - Kathleen Open discussion time on how things are going without a pastor
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-09-07](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-09-07/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, September 7, 2025 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening - Joel Review and approval of previous meeting minutes January 12 meeting minutes March 23 meeting minutes April 13 meeting minutes June 29 meeting minutes August 20 meeting minutes (special meeting to affirm search committee) Update on pastoral search and solicitation
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-08-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-08-20/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Wednesday, August 20, 2025 7 pm (Zoom) This was a special single agenda meeting held to affirm the slate of persons for the pastoral search committee that was presented by the leadership team. The slate is as follows: Shelly Davis Marvin Hall Gloria Horst Rosenberger Jasiel Lira Doug McPherson Sally Minnich
- [Beliefs](https://universitymennonite.org/statement-of-faith/) - Our Statement of Faith, Adopted April 29, 1984 Our congregation is a community of Christian believers who identify with Anabaptist tradition and associate with the Mennonite Church. We believe in God, loving and eternal, Who, as Creator, calls the world into existence,Who, as Reconciler, became incarnate in Jesus to share our life,Who, as Enabler, lives
- [Church Library](https://universitymennonite.org/online-library-catalog/) - Take a moment to visit our church’s library, located of the basement hallway. There you'll find a broad selection of books as well as some videos and music. Browse samples of our collection below or click here to go to our complete library listing on Library Thing. My Library at LibraryThing
- [Guest Speakers](https://universitymennonite.org/guest-speakers/) - Join Us for These Special Services and Guest Speakers We regularly have guest speakers for Sunday Worship. Join us for worship at 10 am (unless otherwise noted). During the summer and early fall months we are holding Church Around the Table where we meet in small groups for worship in various homes. There is also
- [Creation Care Work at the Meetinghouse](https://universitymennonite.org/creation-care-at-the-meetinghouse/) - Recent Updates WTAJ Airs Segment Recognizing Solar Panel Installation Check out the coverage we received from WTAJ and PennEnvironment Research and Policy Center on our solar panel installation. Solar Panel Installation Completed The installation of 75 solar panels on our meetinghouse roof was completed on May 3, 2023. On May 31 the system was connected
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-06-29](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-06-29/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, June 29, 2025 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening - Joel Review and approval of previous meeting minutes - Due to time constraints of agenda, approval of minutes will be deferred to the next meeting. January 12 meeting minutes March 23 meeting minutes April 13 meeting minutes Update on pastoral
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-03-23](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-03-23/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, March 23, 2025 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening - Welcoming the Stranger, God Beyond Geography, Richard Rohr - Joel Notes from January meeting on vision statement - Joel Discussion on living into the new mission statement - Joel Update on pastoral evaluation - Tim Financial update - Jim Rosenberger
- [Vision](https://universitymennonite.org/vision/) - Our Vision Statement WORSHIPTo follow Jesus Christ faithfully, we are called to: enrich our private and public worship through prayer and study of scriptures. plan our public worship so that both host and visitor will be drawn into the presence of God. offer all that we are and have to God. COMMUNITYTo grow as a
- [Congregation Meeting 2025-01-12](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2025-01-12/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, January 12, 2025 11:15 am (in-person) This was a special meeting with a sole focus on the new church vision statement. All generations serving God and the world-together The congregation met in groups around the table to discuss the meaning of words/phrases within the vision statement and then shared stories
- [Special Congregational Vote 2024-12-16](https://universitymennonite.org/special-congregational-vote-2024-12-16/) - The leadership team approved conducting a special vote by email to affirm Doug Yoder as an interim elder while Doug Miller is out of town during the months of January and February 2025. Joel Weidner sent the email below to the congregation's sharing list on December 4, 2024 Votes were collected via email and on
- [Congregation Meeting 2024-09-08](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2024-09-08/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, September 8, 2024 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Draft Minutes from Meeting Opening Review & Approval of minutes from May meeting Chair Report - Joel Weidner Seed Fund for Energy Efficiency Upgrades - Creation Care Committee Financial update and Budget Proposal - Jim Rosenberger and Others Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet
- [Congregation Meeting 2024-12-22](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2024-12-22/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, December 22, 2024 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Agenda This was a special congregational meeting with one agenda item called by the leadership team to discuss a timely proposal to designate funds for refugee resettlement. Draft Minutes from Meeting Proposal to Support Refugee Resettlement Efforts with up to $10,000 The
- [Worship Service Recordings 2025](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2025/) - Worship Service Recordings 2025 Watch any of our Zoom worship services in 2025 by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older services are audio only) can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Bulletins 2024](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2024-new/) - Click on a date to view a PDF copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. Or just click on the download button to download a copy to your local device. View bulletins from other years: 2023,
- [Sermon Texts 2024](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2024/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 2024-12-15 sermonDownload 2024-12-01 sermonDownload 2024-11-24 sermonDownload 2024-11-17 sermonDownload 2024-11-10 sermonDownload 2024-10-20 sermonDownload
- [Calendar](https://universitymennonite.org/calendar/) - Click on any event for more details.Click on Week or Month at top right to change view. Have an event that should be on the calendar? Contact Ben Wideman (ben.wideman@gmail.com)
- [Congregation Meeting 2024-05-12](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2024-05-12/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, May 12 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening – Kate Heinzel Review and affirmation of volunteer positions starting September 1, 2024 Consideration of new administrative assistant position (click for job description) Review & Approval of minutes from February meeting Financial update - Jim Rosenberger Update on Ten Thousand Villages Other
- [Organizations to learn about and support](https://universitymennonite.org/organizations-to-learn-about-and-support/) - Lots of great work is being done. Join in and lend your support! Equal Justice Initiative – committed to ending mass incarceration and excessive punishment in the United States, to challenging racial and economic injustice, and to protecting basic human rights for the most vulnerable people in American society. Mennonite Church USA Justice Fund –
- [Congregation Meeting 2024-02-25](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2024-02-25/) - Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, February 25, 2024 11:15 am (in-person and Zoom) Opening – Tim Groff Review & Approval of minutes from November meeting – Joel Weidner Congregational chair report & updates – Joel Weidner - includes motion for consideration to share hospitality funds with the exchange congregation Pastor’s Report – Kate Heinzel Visioning
- [National and International Ministries](https://universitymennonite.org/national-and-international-ministries/) - We support the following national and worldwide missions of the Mennonite Church. Mennonite Mission Network - exists to lead, mobilize and equip the church to participate in holistic witness to Jesus Christ in a broken world. Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) - providing relief, development and peace in the name of Christ. Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) - a volunteer network of
- [Worship Service Recordings 2024](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2024/) - Worship Service Recordings 2024 Watch any of our Zoom worship services in 2024 by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older services are audio only) can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Bulletins 2016](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2016/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
- [Worship Bulletins 2017](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2017/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016
- [Worship Bulletins 2018](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2018/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 2020, 2019, 2017, 2016
- [Worship Bulletins 2019](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2019/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016
- [Worship Bulletins 2020](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2020/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
- [Worship Bulletins 2021](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2021/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View bulletins from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
- [Worship Bulletins 2022](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2022/) - Click on a date to view a PDF copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. Or just click on the download button to download a copy to your local device. View bulletins from other years: 2024,
- [Worship Bulletins 2023](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-bulletins-2023/) - Click on a date to view a PDF copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. Or just click on the download button to download a copy to your local device. View bulletins from other years: 2024,
- [Worship Service Recordings 2015](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-recordings-2015/) - Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016
- [Worship Service Recordings 2016](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2016/) - Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2017](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2017/) - Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2018](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2018/) - Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2019](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2019/) - Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2020](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2020/) - Watch any of our Zoom worship services by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015 Click here for a list of audio only service recordings. Audio Only
- [Worship Service Recordings 2021](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2021/) - Watch any of our Zoom worship services by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older recordings are audio only) can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2022](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2022/) - Watch any of our Zoom worship services in 2022 by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older services are audio only) can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Worship Service Recordings 2023](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-recordings-2023/) - Watch any of our Zoom worship services in 2023 by clicking on YouTube video below. Scroll to see more services. Service recordings from other years (older services are audio only) can be found by clicking on a year to the right: 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015
- [Sermon Texts 2018](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2018/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019
- [Sermon Texts 2019](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2019/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018
- [Sermon Texts 2020](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2020/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018
- [Sermon Texts 2021](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2021/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018
- [Sermon Texts 2022](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2023, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 2022-12-18-SermonDownload 2022-12-11-SermonDownload 2022-12-04-SermonDownload Sermon-2022-11-20Download 2022-11-13-sermonDownload 2022-10-23-sermonDownload 2022-10-16-SermonDownload 2022-09-18-SermonDownload 2022-09-04-SermonDownload 2022-08-28-SermonDownload 2202-07-31-SermonDownload 2022-06-26-SermonDownload
- [Sermon Texts 2023](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-texts-2023/) - Click on a file to view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate’s (and others) sermon texts. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed. View sermons texts from other years: 2024, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 2023-12-24-SermonDownload 2023-12-17-Sermon-The-Dead-SpotDownload 2023-12-10-SermonDownload 2023-11-12-sermonDownload 2023-11-05-Sermon-Holy-Preventative-DefenseDownload 2023-10-01-sermonDownload 2023-08-20-SermonDownload 2023-08-13-sermonDownload 2023-06-18-sermonDownload 2023-05-28-Sermon-Thinking-outside-the-boxDownload 2023-05-14-SermonDownload 2023-05-07-Sermon-Traveler-or-touristDownload
- [Gaza Protest Media Release and Letter](https://universitymennonite.org/gaza-protest-media-release-letter/) - Media Advisory Contacts: Kate Heinzel,PastorUniversity Mennonite Church(717) 606-2909kate@UniversityMennonite.org Joel Weidner,Congregational Chair University Mennonite Church(814) 777-4494joel@UniversityMennonite.org Mennonites and Other People of Faith in Centre County to Hold Demonstration at Representative Glenn Thompson’s Regional Office Calling for Ceasefire in Gaza The demonstration will include delivering a letter (see below), a discussion outlining demands, prayers for peace, and
- [Directory](https://universitymennonite.org/directory/) - Church Directory We maintain a pictorial directory of UMC community members. The directory can be accessed online via the web or a smart phone app (Apple or Android). You can view the directory on the web or download a PDF copy to keep locally or to print. To protect the privacy of information in the
- [Congregation Meeting 2023-11-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2023-11-19/) - University Mennonite Church Agenda for Congregational Meeting, Sunday, November 19, 2023, 6:30 pm on Zoom Opening - VT 953 Recognize and celebrate the restart of regular Sunday school time Approval of minutes from August meeting Chair Report Pastor's report Nov 2023 Review of allocation of local ministry funds Treasurer's Report/Financial Updates Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet
- [Congregation Meeting 2022-09-11](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-09-11/) - University Mennonite Church Agenda for Congregational Meeting Sunday, September 11, 2022 Zoom meeting, 6:30 pm Agenda Affirm slate of volunteers for Sept 2022- August 2023 - list attached to the email Presentation and approval of annual budget for Sept 2022-August 2023 Review and affirm proposal from Leadership Team to modify sabbatical leave guidelines to enable
- [Creation Care](https://universitymennonite.org/creation-care/) - University Mennonite Church understands that caring for the earth is a key part of our Christian Calling. We affirm the 2013 Creation Care Resolution of Mennonite Church USA calling on member churches to “commit to growing in their dedication to care for God’s Creation as an essential part of the good news of Jesus Christ.”
- [Congregation Meeting 2023-8-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2023-8-20/) - August 20, 2023 11:00 a.m. Join us by clicking on this link: https://zoom.us/j/756285373?pwd=UmhiSFptZkJSVm1GM2VXKzJ5ZVg2dz09 Agenda Approval of June meeting minutes. Discussion of Church Lifecycle Workshops with Tom Beers (Doug Miller) Presentation and approval of annual budget for Sept 2023-August 2024 (Jim Rosenberger) Proposal to create space in the sanctuary for children’s activities (Bethany Spicher
- [Our Building](https://universitymennonite.org/our-building/) - "What is this place where we are meeting? Only a house, the earth its floor, walls and a roof sheltering people, windows for light, an open door. Yet it becomes a body that lives when we are gathered here, and know our God is near." What Is This Place, Voices Together 22 Our church building is
- [Community](https://universitymennonite.org/community/) - At University Mennonite Church everyone can find a place to belong. We have groups for children and students, men's and women's fellowships, small group fellowships, Bible study, and music and singing groups. Special fellowship groups are available for welcoming new members. These groups meet regularly and combine worship, fellowship, and service. Check the church calendar
- [History](https://universitymennonite.org/history/) - University Mennonite Church was founded on June 19, 1963. Prior to the founding of the church, Mennonite students and faculty gathered for fellowship and worship as early as 1959. The church met in homes and on-campus prior to purchasing the former State College Friends Meetinghouse at 318 S. Atherton Street in 1980. We moved to
- [Member Blogs](https://universitymennonite.org/member-blogs/) - Several mailto:joelpsu82@outlook.comof our community members maintain blogs. If you have a blog and would like it listed here, contact Joel Weidner. Fran Osseo-Asare's blog at www.betumiblog.blogspot.com
- [Email Sharing List & Weekly Newsletter](https://universitymennonite.org/email-sharing-list/) - UMC maintains two lists for email sharing of church information. Weekly Newsletter Email Pastor Kate Heinzel sends out a mid-week newsletter via email with a short devotional, scripture, and news about what's going on at UMC, the broader Mennonite Church, and in our community. Everyone (regardless of your affiliation with UMC) is welcome to subscribe
- [Church-wide News](https://universitymennonite.org/church-wide-news/) - Mennonite Church-Wide News Sources Keep up with what's going on by clicking on the news links below. Our Local Conference Allegheny Conference News - News from Allegheny Mennonite Conference National Conferences and Agencies Anabaptist World - An independent, non-profit journalist ministry of the Mennonite Church together since 1923 Mennonite Central Committee News - MCC's In-Touch
- [Worship Scheduling Worksheet](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-scheduling-worksheet/) - This is a live, read-only, view of the working document the Worship Committee uses for assigning worship responsibilities. Responsibilities are subject to change without notice. Substitutions for some positions happen regularly and may not be updated on this worksheet. Click on a link below to view the worksheet PDF Format Web Page Format Excel
- [Worship Service Bulletin Archives](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-service-bulletins-archives/) - Click on a folder (or file) to navigate view a pdf copy of our Sunday morning worship bulletin and announcements. The bulletin should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed.
- [Worship Resources Online](https://universitymennonite.org/worship-resources-online/) - Worship Service Guidelines Here is a link to the Worship Service Guidelines document with information for worship leaders, song leaders, children's time leaders, scripture readers, and greeters: Worship Service Guidelines The Text This Week Web Site (lectionary, scripture study, worship links, and resources) www.textweek.com Bible Gateway (online searchable Bible) www.biblegateway.com
- [Congregation Meeting 2022-09-11](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-09-11-2/) - Agenda Sept 11, 2022 Reports Minutes
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- [Congregation Meeting 2022-6-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-6-19-3/) - June 19, 2022 Meeting held to vote on installation of solar panels on church roof as proposed by Creation Care Committee Ballot re solar panels Minutes of Meeting - approved proposal 23 votes yes, 1 vote to abstain Minutes-6-19-22-Congregational-Meeting-2Download Ballot-re-solar-panelsDownload
- [Congregation Meeting 2022-6-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-6-19-2/) - June 19, 2022
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- [Congregation Meeting 2022-05-22](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-05-22/) - Agenda May 22, 2022 Approval of Minutes Feb 20, 2022 meeting Volunteer Sign up for new year Worship committee Proposal Financial Reports Adult Education committee report Minutes Feb 20, 2022[pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/220220-UMC-Minutes-Feb-20-2022.pdf" title="220220 UMC Minutes Feb 20 2022"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/UMC-Vol-Positions-2022-23-Open-positions-1.pdf" title="Volunteer positions for the
- [Creation Care Work in the Congregation and Community](https://universitymennonite.org/creation-care-work-in-the-congregation/) - Congregation Invited guest Doug Garber Neufeld, Director of the Center for Sustainable Climate Solutions to preach and teach Offered adult Sunday School classes covering topics of ecosystems and recycling in our larger community Offered a children’s Sunday School series involving art works made from upcycled materials Pastor Promoted a Climate Solutions Carbon Fast for Congregational
- [Block Editor Learning](https://universitymennonite.org/block-editor-learning/) - This is a Paragraph Heading This is content for a media and text block. I wonder what happens if I type a lot more text than the size of the photo 2022-02-20Download 2022-03-27Download
- [Peace and Justice](https://universitymennonite.org/ministries/) - Peace and Justice as a Way of Life University Mennonite Church joins with other historic peace churches in protesting the violence and militarism of our society as well as the heavy dependence of our government on military might to deter aggression among nations. We believe that the scriptures call us to missions of peace and
- [Local Ministries](https://universitymennonite.org/local-ministries/) - Locally in the State College area, we support several ministries including: Bridge of Hope Centre County- a local chapter of the national organization working to end and prevent homelessness for single moms and their children in Centre County. Centre Volunteers in Medicine (CVIM) - serving and advocating for the medically underserved living or working in
- [Racial Justice Lending Library](https://universitymennonite.org/racial-justice-lending-library/) - Loan out a book, borrow a book This lending library is a list of books that UMC members own that they are willing to loan out. If you find a book you are interested in, contact the lender directly to ask to borrow it. If you have books you're willing to loan, just send the
- [Congregation Meeting 2022-02-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2022-2-20/) - Meeting held on Zoom at 11:20 following morning service February 20, 2022 [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Agenda-Congregation-meeting-2-20-22-2.pdf" title="Agenda "] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/211121-Minutes-Congregational-Meeting.pdf" title="211121 Minutes Congregational Meeting"] [2021.11.21] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/TreasurerReport-2022-02-20.pdf"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2.Actual-vs-Budget-2022-02-20-Summary.pdf" title="2.Actual vs Budget 2022-02-20-Summary"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/3.Actual-vs-Budget-2022-02-20-Detail.pdf" title="3.Actual vs Budget 2022-02-20-Detail"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/1.Balance-Sheet-2022-02-20-Detail.pdf" title="1.Balance Sheet 2022-02-20-Detail"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/4.Income-and-Expense-by-class-2022-02-20.summary.pdf" title="4.Income and Expense by class 2022-02-20.summary"] [pdf-embedder url="https://universitymennonite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/2022-02-20-Creation-Care-Committee-Report.pdf" title="2022-02-20 Creation Care
- [Sermon Text Archives](https://universitymennonite.org/sermon-text-archives/) - Click on a folder (or file) to navigate view a pdf copy of one of Pastor Kate's sermons. The sermon should open in a new browser window where it can be viewed, downloaded, or printed.
- [Congregation Meeting 2016-05-15](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2016-05-15/) - May 15, 2016 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening devotions -- Karen Rath Review and approval of February 21 meeting minutes Voting/affirmations of church positions Congregational evaluation discussion 3rd Way Collective evaluation discussion Reports (questions or comments) Pastor's Report Elders' Report Treasurer’s Report Balance Sheet Income and Expense Income and Expense by Class Campus Ministry Report Worship
- [Congregation Meeting 2016-08-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2016-08-21/) - August 21, 2016 Meeting, 11 a.m. Opening Devotions - Esther Prins Review and Approval of May 15 meeting minutes 2016-17 Church Positions (affirmed at May 15 meeting) Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders’ Report - Kathleen Stehouwer Campus Ministry Report 3rd_Way Collective and Advisory Committee Report Finance Committee Treasurer’s Report - Jim Rosenberger
- [Congregation Meeting 2017-11-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2017-11-19/) - November 19, 2016, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions (Romans 12:1-18) – Karen Rath Review and Approval of August 20 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Karen Rath Elders' Report – Gloria Horst Rosenberger Campus Ministry Report 3rd Way Collective – Ben Wideman Finance Committee Treasurer's Report – Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet Income & Expenses vs
- [Congregation Meeting 2018-02-18](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2018-02-18/) - February 18, 2018, 11:00 am Opening Devotions (1 Corinthians 13) – Karen Rath Review and Approval of November 19 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report Elders' Report Campus Ministry Report 3rd Way Collective Report Committee Reports Pastoral Search Committee Report Worship Committee Report Ghana Partnership Committee Report Fellowship Committee Report Finance Committee Treasurer's Report Balance
- [Congregation Meeting 2018-05-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2018-05-20/) - May 20, 2018 Meeting, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of February 18 Meeting Minutes Review and Approval of May 13 Meeting Minutes Gifts Discernment of 2018-19 Volunteer Positions Vote Add Volunteers Affirm Volunteers Budget Process Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income & Expenses vs Budget Income & Expense by Class UMC
- [Congregation Meeting 2018-09-16](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2018-09-16/) - September 16, 2018 Meeting, 11 am Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of May 20 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Congregational Chair's Report – Karen Rath Pastor's Report – Kate Heinzel Elders' Report – Gloria Horst Rosenberger 3rd Way Collective Campus Ministry Report – Ben Wideman Finance Committee Reports Treasurer's Report – Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet
- [Congregation Meeting 2018-11-18](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2018-11-18/) - November 18, 2018, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions -- Karen Rath Review and Approval of September 16 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Pastor's Report -- Kate Heinzel Congregational Chair's Report -- Karen Rath Elders' Report -- Bethany Spicher Schonberg Finance Committee -- Jim Rosenberger Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income & Expenses vs Budget Income & Expenses by
- [Congregation Meeting 2019-02-17](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2019-02-17/) - February 17, 2019, 11:00 am Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval November 18 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Pastor’s Report — Kate Heinzel Congregational Chair's Report — Karen Rath Elders' Report — Bethany Spicher Schonberg Finance Committee — Jim Rosenberger Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income & Expenses vs Budget Income & Expenses by Class
- [Congregation Meeting 2019-05-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2019-05-19/) - May 19, 2019 Meeting, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of February 17 Meeting Minutes Gifts Discernment of Volunteer Positions 2019-20 Vote Add Volunteers Affirm Volunteers Budget Process Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income & Expenses vs Budget Income & Expenses by Class 3rd Way Collective Financial Report Proposed Budget 2019-20 Discussion
- [Congregation Meeting 2019-09-15](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2019-09-15/) - September 15, 2019 Meeting 11:00am Opening Devotion Review and Approval of May 19, 2019 Meeting Minutes 2019-2020 Budget Approval Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income and Expense vs. Budget Income and Expense by Class 3rd Way Collective Financial Report Proposed 2019-2020 Budget Pastor Report - Pastor Kate Elder Report 3rd Way Collective Advisory Board - Brief
- [November 17, 2019: Informational Reports](https://universitymennonite.org/november-17-2019-informational-reports/) - Informational Reports The November 17, 2019 Congregation Meeting was cancelled. Instead, the following reports are provided to update the Congregation. Approved UMC budget 2019-20FY at 2019-09-15 Bus Mtg 3rd Way Collective Sunday School Discussion Summary 3rd Way Campus Pastor Report Congregation Meeting Minutes: 9-15-2019 Actual vs Budget 2019-11-16-detail Actual vs Budget 2019-11-16-summary Actual vs Budget
- [Congregation Meeting 2020-02-23](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2020-02-23/) - Meeting Agenda Campus Ministry Survey Report UMC Attendance Record Leadership Team Campus Ministry Recommendation Worship Committee Report Meetinghouse Committee Report Fellowship Committee Report 3rd Way Collective Quarterly Report UMC Ghana Report Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet 2020-02-09 Actual vs Budget by class 2020-02-09-detail Actual vs Budget by class 2020-02-09-detail Actual vs Budget
- [Congregation Meeting 2020-05-24](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2020-05-17/) - Agenda Opening Review and Approval of February Meeting Minutes Pastor's Report Draft 20-21 Budget Review Proposal for Zoom Worship Service Support Congregation Positions for 20-21 Planning for post-Covid UMC: Informational February Congregation Meeting Minutes Pastor Report May 2020 Worship Leadership Proposal Ghana Report OOTC Report 3rd Way Collective Report Treasurer Report Treasurer's Documents Actual vs
- [Congregation Meeting 2020-08-02](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2020-08-02/) - Congregational Meeting August 2, 2020 Agenda Opening We have several important items to cover in this meeting and we are going to attempt to do so in one hour. I have indicated time allotted for each item and will try to adhere to that. Review and approval of minutes from May 24 meeting Treasurer’s Report
- [Congregation Meeting 2020-12-06](https://universitymennonite.org/congregational-meeting-2020-12-06/) - December 6, 2020 Congregational Meeting, 11:00 am Agenda Opening (4 min) Review and Approval of 2020-08-02 Minutes (3 min) Affirmation of Laura Litwiller as elder (3 min) Proposal for disbursement of excess reserve funds (10 min) Reports Pastor (5 min) Elders (written report) Treasurer (10 min) Report Balance sheet FY 2020 FY 2020 Actual vs
- [Congregational Meeting 2021-02-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregational-meeting-2021-02-21/) - Agenda Opening (3 min) Review and Approval of 2020-12-06 Minutes (2 min) Reports Pastor (oral and written report) (3 min) Elders (written report) Treasurer (10 min) Report Actual vs Budget - summary Actual vs Budget - detail Balance sheet Income and expense by class UMC Audit for FY 2019-20 Worship Committee (written report) Meetinghouse Committee (written
- [Congregation Meeting 2021-05-16](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2021-05-16/) - May 16, 2021 Meeting, 11:00 am Agenda Opening (3 min) Review and Approval of 2021-02-21 Minutes (2 min) Third year Pastor Evaluation report and motion to ask Pastor Kate Heinzel to continue as our pastor for three more years (4 min) Support request from Ndunge Sefu to attend AMBS Master of Art and Peace Studies
- [Congregation Meeting 2021-08-15](https://universitymennonite.org/congregational-meeting-2021-08-15/) - August 15, 2021 Meeting, 6:30 pm Agenda Opening (3 min) Review and Approval of 2021-05-16 Minutes (2 min) Approval of Covenant between UMC and Pastor Kate Heinzel (4 min) Affirmation of volunteers for UMC positions (10 min) Action on proposal regarding UMC involvement in Out of the Cold (10 min) Reports Pastor (3 min) Elders
- [Congregation Meeting 2021-11-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2021-11-21/) - Congregation Meeting November 21, 2021 6:30 pm on Zoom AGENDA Nov 21, 2021 Opening Prayer Review and Approval of 210815 Minutes Church Around the Table Discussion: Review Survey results Open forum for comments and discussion (no decisions to be made at this meeting) Reports: Pastor's Report Elders Elder Report 11_21_2021
- [Donation Refund Policy](https://universitymennonite.org/donation-refund-policy/) - Donation Refund Policy This Refund Policy describes how University Mennonite Church (“Church” or “we”) will process refund request for any donations made by our donors (“Donor(s)”). We Value Your Financial Support Our Church depends on the financial support of generous Donors to carry out our missions and and we are exceedingly grateful for your support.
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- [Getting Aquainted](https://universitymennonite.org/getting-aquainted/) - Being new to a church community can be intimidating. We want you to feel comfortable and relaxed as you get acquainted with us. Feel free to ask anyone a question if you need information or are feeling confused about a particular event or practice. The information below is provided to give newcomers a quick reference
- [Sunday School Lessons for Children](https://universitymennonite.org/sunday-school-lessons-for-children/) - Stories from the Sunday school resource "All of Us" read by Amy Sattler
- [Fair Trade Coffee](https://universitymennonite.org/fair-trade-coffee/) - University Mennonite supports the Mennonite Central Committee U.S. Coffee Project that links Mennonite and Brethren in Christ churches with small farmers growing fair trade coffee. We serve fairly traded coffee from Equal Exchange during our fellowship hour. Fair trade coffee, tea, and chocolate products are also available for individual purchase at the Ten Thousand Villages
- [Ten Thousand Villages](https://universitymennonite.org/ten-thousand-villages/) - University Mennonite Church supports Ten Thousand Villages, a non-profit organization that grew out of Mennonite Central Committee, to support fair trade and connections with artisans around the world. For more than 25 years our church has held an annual festival sale featuring fairly traded handicrafts, housewares, clothing, and more from Ten Thousand Villages. Ten Thousand
- [Defund the Police? An Abolition Study](https://universitymennonite.org/defund-the-police-an-abolition-study/) - Art work Dona Park You are invited to learn more and participate University Mennonite Church is inviting interested congregations and community members to participate in a nine-week study engaging in learning about the call for police abolition. We’ll follow a curriculum developed by the Mennonite Church USA. The curriculum is an initial guide for those
- [Racial Justice](https://universitymennonite.org/racial-justice/) - In an effort to educate ourselves and encourage engagement in the work of racial justice in our church and community, a group from UMC has developed a resource library. There is a wealth of information out there, and this library is just a beginning. The "personal lending library" is a list of books that UMC
- [More on Mennonites](https://universitymennonite.org/more-on-mennonites/) - Many people confuse the Mennonites with the Amish. Although we come from the same historical roots, the way we choose to interpret and express our beliefs is different. Read more about the differences between Mennonites and Amish on Thirdwaycafe.com. Learn more about who Mennonites are and what we believe on the Mennonite Church USA's web
- [Affiliations](https://universitymennonite.org/affiliations/) - Mennonite Church USA & Allegheny Mennonite Conference We are members of the Mennonite Church USA and the Mennonite World Conference, which is represented on six continents. Locally our church is part of the Allegheny Mennonite Conference. Mennonite Church USA is one of nearly 20 formally organized groups of Mennonites in North America that vary in
- [PSU Students](https://universitymennonite.org/psu-students/) - Welcome Penn State Students We are a community focused on relationships, partnerships, peacemaking, and reconciliation. We believe that Christians shouldn’t be intolerant and exclusive, but should seek to follow Jesus’ example of love for all. You can view our welcoming statement and a bit about our beliefs here. We welcome you to worship with our
- [Church Around the Table](https://universitymennonite.org/church-around-the-table/) - On August 1 we are beginning a new way of worshiping together on the first Sunday of the month. What is Church Around the Table (CATT) and why are we doing it? Church Around the Table (CATT) is a way to worship and engage with one another in a smaller setting. By gathering around a
- [Bylaws](https://universitymennonite.org/bylaws/) - Bylaws of University Mennonite Church Revised and Adopted 12/5/2018 Article I: Name and Affiliation The name of this congregation is the University Mennonite Church. University Mennonite Church is affiliated with the Allegheny Conference of the Mennonite Church USA. Article II: Congregational Year The congregational year shall be from September 1 to August 31. Article III:
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- [Our own personal growth](https://universitymennonite.org/our-own-personal-growth/) - Examining our attitudes/perspectives, how to be an ally/co-conspirator, and speaking out against injustice How to be an Anti-Racist, by Ibram X. Kendi – approach to understanding and uprooting racism and inequality in our society—and in ourselves. Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People about Race, by Reni Eddo-Lodge - an essay collection that examines
- [Personal stories around racism](https://universitymennonite.org/personal-stories-around-racism/) - Stories (both nonfictional and fictional) of lived experiences of racism Opinion | You Want a Confederate Monument? My Body Is a Confederate Monument - The New York Times (nytimes.com), by Caroline Randall Williams - "The black people I come from were owned and raped by the white people I come from. Who dares to tell
- [Resource Collections](https://universitymennonite.org/resource-collections/) - Interested in digging deeper? The following resource collections have lots to offer. Black History Month - books that Black leaders in Pennsylvania want you to read - a York Daily Record article Chapter & Verse: The Gospel of James Baldwin – a 21st-century tool kit for justice. Anti-Racism Resources - Google Docs Anti-Racism Basics |
- [History and politics of racism in the United States](https://universitymennonite.org/history-and-politics-of-racism-in-the-united-states/) - Slavery, Jim Crow, redlining, the case for reparations to Black Americans Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, by Isabel Wilkerson - examines the unspoken caste system that has shaped America and shows how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of human divisions. The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's
- [For children and youth](https://universitymennonite.org/for-children-and-youth/) - It's never too early to start teaching our children about the realities of racism in our country and world. Here are some books to get started. Heart and Soul: The story of America and African Americans, by Kadir Nelson - The story of America and African Americans is a story of hope and inspiration and
- [Criminal justice policy and race](https://universitymennonite.org/criminal-justice-policy-and-race/) - Reimagining policing and public safety, mass incarceration, and the prison system How to Reimagine Policing and Public Safety that Works for Everyone How Thousands of American Laws Keep People ‘Imprisoned’ Long After They’re Released Time – a documentary from the New York Times and Amazon - follows Sibil Fox Richardson, fighting for the release of
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- [Congregation Meeting 2017-08-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2017-08-20/) - August 20, 2017 Meeting, 11 am Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of May 21 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Congregational Chair's Report – Karen Rath Envisioning the Future of UMC Handout Envisioning the Future of UMC Summary Envisioning the Future of UMC Questions Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders' Report – Tim
- [Safe Sanctuary Policy](https://universitymennonite.org/safe-sanctuary-policy/) - Child Safety Policy In Matthew 19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” University Mennonite Church's purpose for a safe-child policy is to demonstrate our commitment to the physical safety and the spiritual growth of all our children
- [Safe Sanctuary Policy](https://universitymennonite.org/safe-sanctuary-policy-2/) - In Matthew 19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.” University Mennonite Church's purpose for a safe-child policy is to demonstrate our commitment to the physical safety and the spiritual growth of all our children and youth, ages
- [International Guest House](https://universitymennonite.org/international-guest-house/) - The International Guest House is a non-profit house owned and maintained by the Allegheny Conference of Mennonite Church USA. We are run by an all-volunteer staff eager to show the love of Christ through the ministry of hospitality to guests from all over the world. We look forward to serving you! You can make a
- [Pastor Ben Wideman](https://universitymennonite.org/pastor-ben-wideman/) - There is something captivating about the college years. This is a moment when you can ask deep questions, engage difficult issues, and explore the world around you. College also provides an opportunity to dig into your faith journey and to discover what lies at the core of what you believe. I was shaped deeply through
- [Congregation Meeting 2017-05-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2017-05-21/) - May 21, 2017 Meeting, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of February 26 meeting minutes Highlight Reports as Necessary Gifts Discernment of Volunteer Positions Vote Add Volunteers Affirm Volunteers Proposed Bylaws Amendment Discussion Vote Camp Hebron Decision Community Cafe Summary Proposed Motions Discussion Vote Pastoral Search Process Update Closing Hymn
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- [Congregation Meeting 2011-02-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2011-02-10/) - February 20, 2011 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of November 21 Meeting Minutes By-Laws Committee Update- Joel Weidner Creation Care Committee Proposal - Hillel Brandes Student Ministry Committee Update - Leland Glenna Congregational Meeting Time Discussion - Marv Friesen UMC has traditionally held our congregational business meetings on a quarterly basis (usually August,
- [Congregation Meeting 2010-11-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2010-11-21/) - November 21, 2010 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening - Karen Brandes Review and Approval of August 29 Meeting Minutes Charge of Committee to Review UMC Bylaws– Joel Weidner Discussion on UMC Leadership Structure – Joel Weidner Review and Discussion of Possible Chair Options for Sanctuary – Carolyn Brubaker/Doug Yoder Update on United Campus Ministry and proposal
- [Congregation Meeting 2011-05-22](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2011-02-22/) - May, 22, 2011 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of February 20 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Position Discernment for Church year beginning September 1, 2011 - Joel Weidner & Karen Brandes By-Laws Committee Update- Joel Weidner Student Ministry Committee Update (will be deferred to Marv's Pastor Report) Congregational Meeting Time Survey Results -
- [Congregation Meeting 2011-08-28](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2011-08-28/) - August 28, 2011 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of May 22, 2011 Meeting Minutes- Joel Weidner Review & Affirmation of most current slate of church positions for new year - Joel Weidner Student Ministry Proposal - Marv Friesen Creation Care CommitteePA-IPL Proposal - Hillel Brandes Finance Report and Budget Proposal for September 2011
- [Congregation Meeting 2011-11-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2011-11-20/) - November 20, 2011 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of August 28, 2011 Meeting Minutes- Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Fran Osseo-Asare The elders continue to meet monthly to support the pastor and consider pastoral and spiritual needs within UMC. Recent discussions included: making sure small support
- [Congregation Meeting 2012-02-26](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2012-02-26/) - February 26, 2012 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of November 20, 2011 Meeting Minutes- Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Ken Litwiller Church Facilities/Mission Discussion - Marv Friesen/Joel Weidner Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner Pastor Review Review Summary Report Survey Data Report Church Position Discernment Process
- [Congregation Meeting 2012-05-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2012-05-20/) - May 20, 2012 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of February 26, 2012 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Fran Osseo Asare Congregational Chair Updates- Joel Weidner Church Position Elections/Affirmation for 2012-13 Year Proposed Amendment to Pastoral Covenant Committee and Representative Reports Finance Committee -
- [Congregation Meeting 2012-08-26](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2012-08-26/) - August 26, 2012 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of May 20, 2012 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Fran Osseo Asare Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner Elder Election/Affirmation Congregational Chair Election/Affirmation - Joel Weidner has volunteered to serve this coming year as chair
- [Congregation Meeting 2012-11-18](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2012-11-18/) - November 18, 2012 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of August 26, 2012 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Marv Friesen Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner Discussion on pew arrangement Bylaws Review and Latest Draft Committee and Representative Reports Ghana Mission Partnership Committee -
- [Congregation Meeting 2015-02-15](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2015-05-17-2/) - February 15, 2015 Meeting, 11:00 a.m. Opening Devotions - Rick Stehouwer Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes October 19, 2014 November 16, 2014 Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Allegheny Mennonite Conference Resolution for March 7 Meeting Elders’ Report – Krista Weidner & Dale Kephart Finance Committee Reports Treasurer’s
- [Congregation Meeting 2013-02-17](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2013-02-17/) - February 17, 2013 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of November 18, 2012 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Doug Miller Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner New Email Announcement Distribution List Affirmation of Delegate for Phoenix Convention Meetings Proposed Covenant with Karl Bartsch for
- [Congregation Meeting 2013-05-19](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2013-05-19/) - May 19, 2013 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of February 17, 2013 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Doug Miller Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner Affirmation of Church Positions for 2013-2014 Year Committee and Representative Reports Fellowship Committee - Elaine Mercer Ghana Mission
- [Congregation Meeting 2013-08-25](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2013-08-25/) - August 25, 2013 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of May 19, 2013 Meeting Minutes - Joel Weidner Leadership Reports Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Doug Miller Congregational Chair Report - Joel Weidner Committee and Representative Reports Visuals Committee Update Feedback on Sanctuary Lighting Proposal Finance Committee Report and Proposed Budget for 2013-14 - Jim
- [Congregation Meeting 2013-11-13](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2013-11-13/) - November 17, 2013 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of August 25, 2013 Meeting Minutes - Rick Stehouwer Leadership Reports Congregational Chair Elders Report Pastor's Report Committee and Representative Reports Finance Committee Report - Jim Rosenberger Income and Expense Summary Report Finalize FY 2014 budget - set Disbursements to Local Ministries Policy for UMC reserve
- [Congregation Meeting 2014-02-16](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2014-02-16/) - February 16, 2014 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of November 17, 2013 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Congregational Chair - Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Krista Weidner Finance Committee Report - Jim Rosenberger Income and Expense Summary Report - fiscal year-to-date Balance Sheet Report - fiscal year-to-date Budgeting Proposal
- [Congregation Meeting 2014-05-18](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2014-05-18/) - May 18, 2014 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Review and Approval of February 16, 2014 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Congregational Chair - Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Doug Miller Finance Committee Report - Jim Rosenberger Income and Expense Summary Report - fiscal year-to-date Balance Sheet Report - fiscal year-to-date Audit Report and Financial Statements
- [Congregation Meeting 2014-08-24](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2014-08-24/) - August 24, 2014 Meeting, 11:00 a.m. Opening Devotions - Rick Stehouwer Review and Approval of May 18, 2014 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report - Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Doug Miller Proposals/Action Items Finance Committee Report - Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet Report - fiscal year-to-date Financial Report and Budget Proposal and Vote -
- [Congregation Meeting 2014-11-16](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2014-11-16/) - November 16, 2014 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Devotions - Rick Stehouwer Review and Approval of August 24, 2014 Meeting Minutes Review and Approval of October 19, 2014 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report - Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report - Marv Friesen Elders Report - Dale Kephart and Krista Weidner Finance Committee Report - Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet Report -
- [Congregation Meeting 2015-05-17](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2015-05-17/) - May 17, 2015 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Devotions - Marv Friesen Review and Approval of February 15, 2015 Meeting Minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Esther Prins Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders Report - Elders Finance Committee Reports Treasurer's Report Balance Sheet Income and Expense Budget Income and Expense Special Funds Audit Report for Fiscal
- [Congregation Meeting 2016-02-21](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2016-02-21/) - February 21, 2016 Meeting, 11:00 a.m. Opening Devotions – Esther Prins Review and Approval of November 15 meeting minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Esther Prins Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders’ Report – Kathleen Stehouwer Finance Committee Treasurer’s Report – Marvin Hall Balance Sheet Income and Expense Income and Expense by Class Audit Report
- [Congregation Meeting 2015-11-15](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2015-11-15/) - November 15, 2015 Meeting, 6:30 p.m. Opening Devotions – Esther Prins Review and Approval of August 30 meeting minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Esther Prins Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders’ Report – Kathleen Stehouwer Campus Ministry Report 3rd Way Collective and Advisory Committee – Ben Wideman, Rosita Benner Derstine and Joel Weidner 3WC
- [Congregation Meeting 2015-08-30](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2015-08-30/) - August 30, 2015 Meeting, 11 a.m. (after worship) Opening Devotions – Rick Stehouwer Review and Approval of May 17 meeting minutes 2015-16 Church Positions (affirmed at May 17 meeting) Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Rick Stehouwer Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders’ Report – Krista Weidner Campus Ministry Report 3rd Way Collective and Advisory Committee
- [Congregation Meeting 2017-02-26](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2017-02-26/) - February 26, 2017 Meeting, 11:00 am Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of November 20 meeting minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Karen Rath Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders’ Report – Tim Derstine Finance Committee Treasurer’s Report– Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet Income and Expense vs. Budget Income and Expense by Class Campus Ministry
- [Congregation Meeting 2016-11-20](https://universitymennonite.org/congregation-meeting-2016-11-20/) - November 20, 2016, 6:30 pm Opening Devotions – Karen Rath Review and Approval of August 21 meeting minutes Leadership Reports Chair's Report – Karen Rath Pastor's Report – Marv Friesen Elders’ Report – Tim Derstine Campus Ministry Report 3rdWay Collective – Ben Wideman Finance Committee Treasurer’s Report– Jim Rosenberger Balance Sheet Income and Expense vs. Budget
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- [Newcomer's Perspective](https://universitymennonite.org/newcomers-perspective/) - When an acquaintance invited me to attend University Mennonite Church upon my arrival in State College, I didn't know what to expect, and I definitely didn't know what to wear. That first Sunday, I noted the absence of buggies outside of the church (a good sign) and was relieved to find that the Mennonites within

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