Discussion Resource 1 - Jan. 20, 2008
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Jan. 8, 2008
Discussion guide for Jan. 20, 2008
Human sacrifice
By Ernest D. Martin
Page 18
What are the best ways to talk about human sacrifice with someone who supports war?
How is human sacrifice in war and human sacrifice in pagan religions different? How is it similar?
Top ten news of 2007
By Anna Groff
Page 20
Which story from the list impacted your life most this year?
In your opinion what is the most significant news story of the year--in The Mennonite's list or not?
‘I’m getting married in the morning’
By Sara Wenger Shenk
Page 30
Have you attended weddings that seem "carried away with the pageantry"? What did it feel like?
What should the main purpose of wedding ceremonies and celebrations be?
In with the old
By Everett Thomas
Page 32
Do you find hope in this list of "olds" from the church member profile?
In what ways can your congregation be reminded of the older members among us, the increase of racial/ethnic members and the broader Anabaptist family?
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