Discussion Guide I - Feb. 8, 2009
Mennonite in America - Feb. 3, 2009
Discussion guide for Feb. 8, 2009
The place God has planted me
By James Schrag
Page 2
"I love my country." What is your reaction to this phrase?
If you are an American citizen, when have you been reminded you are an American?
What are the strengths of Mennonite Church USA being a national church, as opposed to binational with Canada? What are the weaknesses?
Allegiance at the fault lines
By J. Nelson Kraybill
Page 8
Which "sentiments of allegiance" and loyalities (page 9) do you most struggle with?
Do you agree that Mennonites face allegiance temptations even from our own faith heritage? Why or why not?
What of the four points that Kraybill suggests at the end of the article (pages 9-10) do you find the most challenging?
What does the Christian Pledge of Allegiance (page 10) mean to you?
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