Together in MissionCore Beliefs, Values and Commitments of Mennonite Mission Network Missio Dei Series, Number 10 Also available in Spanish: |
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"The 20th century was a remarkable century in mission, marked by an initial outpouring of energy and periodic bursts of renewal. In the closing decades of the century, something was happening that was almost unseen except by a perceptive few: the emergence and incredible growth of the church in the global south. In the west, a growing relativism led to a failure of nerve for mission. At the same time, a growing interest was emerging in direct participation in mission by congregations and individuals.
In the face of these significant shifts, an agency such as Mennonite Mission Network could choose to become entrenched in past traditions that reflect the "way we have always done things." Or, we could be discerning about how we might renew our commitment to core biblical convictions and remain faithful, even as we allow ourselves to be transformed to be effective in a changing context. We chose the latter option. Here we report the core values and convictions that we have embraced as we seek to be an effective and faithful community in mission. At the heart of our transformation is a commitment to partnership - with God who is the source and energy for mission; with congregations that are primary agents of mission; and with counterparts in the global Christian movement who are partners with us in this awesome and exciting task of announcing God's good news of reconciliation, restoration and renewal through Jesus Christ. We welcome you as a partner in this exciting venture!"
Stanley W. Green
Executive director/CEO of Mennonite Mission Network