Mennonites trace their beginnings to 1525, during the time of the Reformation in Northern Europe. Their name is derived from an early leader, a Dutch priest named Menno Simons. Mennonites opposed state-sponsored religion and re-baptized those who had previously been baptized as infants, resulting in severe persecution. Today Mennonites are known as followers of Jesus who are largely pacifists, although there has been an increase in membership from those of other groups. Mennonites emphasize the importance of Scripture as the guide for living, a sense of community within the church, service and peacemaking. The Mennonite church has become more global in recent decades, but the denomination in the United States is aging, much like other denominations. There is a fairly wide social and theological variety among Mennonite churches, including quite conservative congregations and those that are more progressive.
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- Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online Reliable information on Anabaptist-Mennonite historical, theological, biographical and institutional topics. Secular subject articles are also included.
- Menno-Hof Mennonite Anabaptist Interpretive Center Menno-Hof's multi-image presentations, historical environments and colorful displays take you on a fascinating journey inside the unique world of the Mennonites and Amish.
- London Mennonite Centre Cultivating Christian discipleship as a way of life.
- Third Way Cafe Mennonite reflection on current issues, a weekly column on family and values, and photographs.
- Christian Peacemaker Teams Organization seeks to rectify injustice in non-violent ways. Among other groups, Mennonites are members.
- Mennonite Disaster Service Volunteer network responding to those affected by disasters in Canada and the United States. History, FAQ, projects, programs, and news.
- Mennonite Church Canada News and information on churches throughout Canada.
- MennoLink News, information, and discussion.
- Mennonite Central Committee A relief, service, community development and peace agency.
- Conservative Mennonite Conference Christian Fellowship of evangelical Anabaptist churches in North America, with 104 congregations.
- Mennonite.net A comprehensive gathering of information on Mennonite churches, conferences, organizations and educational institutions.
- Mennonite World Conference International fellowship of churches in the anabaptist tradition.
- Mennonite Connections on the World-Wide Web Extensive catalog of websites about Mennonites and Amish, arranged in a yellow-pages type of format.
- Mennonite Health Services Mennonite Health Services connects health care organizations to each other and to the church.
- Eastern Mennonite Missions A vibrant and extensive missionary enterprise.
- Alliance of Mennonite Evangelical Congregations A group devoted to evangelical orthodoxy in an Anabaptist perspective.
- TourMagination Builds bridges among Mennonites and other Christians around the world through custom designed travel.
- Rosedale Mennonite Missions An evangelical Christian mission agency.
- The Mennonite Magazine Semimonthly magazine for members of Mennonite Church USA.
- Church of God in Christ, Mennonite Also known as Holdeman Mennonites. Emphasis on salvation and separation from the world.
- Voice of Praise A cappella Mennonite male ensemble. Album information and upcoming schedules.
- Mennonite Church USA Historical Committee and Archives Seeks to preserve the heritage of the Mennonite Church and nurture a historical consciousness among its members.
- Mennonite Brethren Church Background, beliefs, and vision.
- Mennonite Church USA Official website of the Mennonite Church in the USA.
- Brethren Mennonite Council Council for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender interests.
- Anabaptist International Ministries A conservative, developing Mennonite mission in Poland.
- Mennonite Brethren Herald Official magazine of Mennonite Brethren churches in Canada. Feature articles, opinion columns, photos and reviews by Mennonite Brethren writers and photographers from across Canada.
- Franconia Mennonite Conference Fellowship of Mennonite churches in eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Vermont.
- MennoMedia The "Random House" of the Mennonite world.
- Ontario Mennonite Music Camp A program of Conrad Grebel University College and supported by the Mennonite Conference of Eastern Canada.
- Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches Events, news, forums, links.
- Saskatchewan Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches Information about local churches, upcoming events and other resources.
- Peace & Justice Support Network Resources to help congregations and individuals teach and practice peace.
- Mennonite Life Quarterly journal exploring the Mennonite experience. Contains excerpts from past issues, Mennonite bibliographies and an index for the publication.
- Bethel College: Mennonite Library and Archives Located on the Bethel College campus in North Newton, KS.