November 2019 – DEVOTION: A Blog by Brethren Life and Thought

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There is Hope – A Reaction by Harvey Leddy

Published on : November 13, 2019 Published by : Chibuzo Nimmo Petty

A Reaction to the Article: “Desegregating the Body of Christ: West Charleston Church of the Brethren and the Urgency of Multicultural Ministry” by Caleb Kragt in the Fall/Winter 2018-2019 Issue As I read this article, I have a sense of hope for the ministry, of which I became a part […]

Gimme that Old Time Religion – A Sermon by John Jeremiah Edminster

Published on : November 2, 2019 Published by : Chibuzo Nimmo Petty

What do I mean by “that old-time religion?” I mean dethroning self so that God can be God. The self is not competent to rule creation or any part of it. God is. In the Gospel of John, Jesus says He came not to do His own will, “but the […]

Image Credit: Oakton Church of the Brethren

Image Credit: Alyssa Parker

This image of Dirk Willems has become a famous representation of the Historic Peace Churches. Wilems was a martyred Anabaptist from Netherlands who escaped from prison, rescued his pursuer who had fallen through thin ice only to be recaptured, tortured, and killed for his faith.

Part of an art installation at the Community Room on King, the multipurpose space Veritas uses as its worship space and shares with local artists and community members throughout the week.

Image Credit: Anabaptist Communicators