As a theologian and a surfer, I take an interest in the swimwear of different religious groups. While some have zero restrictions, some groups are conservative, even on the beach. I was especially intrigued by the Mennonites since I know that they dress modestly and wondered what they wear to the beach. I decided to … Read more
I’ve Spent years in theology school studying the identities of various Christian denominations. None has intrigued me as much as the Mennonites. During the last semester, I met my first Asian Mennonite family. I was delightfully surprised because I thought most Mennonites were Caucasians from Europe. This Asian family invited me to their home in … Read more
While at theology school, I came across one of the most interesting religions; the Mennonites. I was very intrigued by their beliefs, practices, and culture, so I researched to learn more about them. During my research, I found a Mennonite community, which I visited several times. Despite finishing school, I still keep in touch with … Read more
As a theologian with numerous years of study, I have enjoyed learning about many churches and denominations. Mennonites have always piqued my interest since I had the chance to live and interact with them in Pennsylvania a few years back. Now that I teach theology classes, I enjoy educating my students on the Mennonite Church … Read more
As a faithful Christian, I like to understand how different denominations under one sect relate. So last year, after spending three months with the Amish community, I proved that they were indeed related to Mennonites. So this year, I spent three months with Mennonites and learned about their relationship with Amish. Coincidentally, last month, one … Read more
During my time in theology school, we studied various Christian denominations. The Mennonites caught my attention because they have all the attributes of an ethnic group, yet theirs is a denomination centered on New Testament beliefs within Christianity. In my final year, I visited Pennsylvania to study the religious practices of the Mennonites. Last month, … Read more
As a theologian, I’m fascinated by the global influence of certain denominations. I’m especially intrigued by how the Mennonite church managed to spread its doctrines beyond Europe and North America. When I heard that there are plenty of Mennonites in African countries like Congo, I had to visit. Last week, some of my students were … Read more
I have studied many Christian churches and denominations. One group particularly fascinated me – the Mennonites. To get a deeper understanding of this church, I undertook a 3-month homestay research program, where I got to live with a Mennonite community. That experience gave me all the robust knowledge I now use to teach my own … Read more
The Mennonites are a group of people that believe in God and are a part of the Anabaptist denomination. Like any other Christian denomination, the Mennonites strongly believe that Jesus Christ died for their sin and is their savior. For this reason, it would be automatic that the Mennonites would celebrate Christmas to make the … Read more
The Mennonites are the most known group of Anabaptists and are usually known for their stand on nonviolence, nonresistance, and pacifism. If you have seen multiple Mennonites conversing, you probably heard the word ‘once’ being used severally. This might have led you to wonder, “why do Mennonites say once?” Mennonites use the phrase once majorly … Read more