The Anabaptism at 500 Celebration
July 11 | 8-10 PM in the Imperial Ballroom
We’re throwing a party 500 years in the making! In partnership with MennoMedia and Mennonite Church USA, this interactive evening features Anabaptist trivia, tasty refreshments, and a chance to help us set a new record together. Don’t miss this milestone moment of faith and fun!
Bluffton University Open House On the Road
July 8 | 8-10 PM in Cedar A & B.
We’ll bring the open house to you if you missed the open house held on campus earlier this spring! Meet with Interim President Alex Sider and other faculty/staff.
Please register here.
Friends of MDS Reception
July 9 | 5:15-6:30 PM in Cedar A & B.
Join us to celebrate 75 years of Mennonite Disaster Service. Hear updates from Executive Director Kevin King, share your MDS memories and reconnect with dear friends.
EMU Alumni & Friends Gathering
July 9 | 5:15-6:30 PM in Imperial Ballroom A & B.
Join us for a free meal and an opportunity to connect with fellow EMU alumni, prospective students, friends of EMU, and EMU employees! Interim president Rev. Dr. Shannon Dycus will also provide a brief EMU update. RSVP by June 28!
Please register here.
Menno PIN and Mennonite Action
July 9 | 5:15-6:30 PM in Imperial Ballroom D.
Come connect and reconnect with fellow Mennos who have a heart for peace andf justice in Palestine and Israel. Brief updates will be provided and with drinks and hors d’ oeuvres!
Goshen College Alumni & Friend’s Reception
July 9 | 8- 10 PM in Imperial Ballroom D.
Join Goshen College President Becky Stoltzfus for a fun alumni and friends reception. There will be updates from Becky, and others from GC, as well as good food and fun, GC swag and a raffle for Dash sweatshirts.
Please register here.
MCC Friends Gathering
July 9 | 8- 10 PM in Imperial Ballroom A & B.
Come, all who have volunteered at an MCC Thrift Shop, relief sale or elsewhere. Come, all who served in an MCC assignment for many years, one year or a few months. Come, all who pray for or support MCC, or to learn about MCC! Drop in for refreshments and conversation.
Please register here.
Mennonite Public Educators Event
July 9 | 8- 10 PM in Cedar A & B.
A gathering time for Mennonite Public Educators to meet in person. Sponsored by Mennonite Education Agency.
THE BOP – Youth Party
July 9 | 9- 11:30 PM
On Wednesday night we are having an Event for All youth! There will be Karaoke, Line Dancing! Raffles, Games and Snacks! You can Sign up for Karaoke using this form. You can also sign up during the event but spots will be limited so it’s a great idea to sign up ahead of time!
Please register here.
Hope for the Future reception
July 10, 5:15-6:30 PM, in the Maple Room
This special reception is for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) leaders in Mennonite churches and institutions to come together to reconnect and fellowship. You do not need to have attended previous Hope for the Future gatherings to come to this reception. A buffet dinner will be provided.
Hesston College Reception
July 10 | 5:15-6:30 PM in Imperial Ballroom A & B.
Enjoy light refreshments and warm conversation with fellow alumni and friends. Hear a short update from President Mark Landes and celebrate the ongoing impact of the Hesston Experience in the lives of students, past and present.
Please register here.
Mennonite Spiritual Directors Network gathering
July 10 | 5:15-6:30 PM in Cedar C
Gather in a circle with spiritual director peers for sharing from your experiences and practice, hear brief updates from MennoSDN, and/or come if you have an interest in learning more about spiritual direction and companioning. Hosted by members of the MennoSDN steering committee.
Please register here.
Mennonite Mission Network: A Gathering with Purpose
July 10 | 8–10:00 PM in Imperial Ballroom A
You’re invited to A Gathering with Purpose to celebrate peace, justice, and faith. Connect with mission workers, alumni and friends, share stories, and enter a prize drawing! Refreshments served. See you for a night of fellowship!
Opening Night with Comedian Mike Goodwin
July 8 | 8 PM in the Imperial Ballroom
Kick off the convention with laughter and joy! Join us for a night of clean, clever comedy with the one and only Mike Goodwin. Get ready for a feel-good evening that brings our community together with big laughs and positive vibes.