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Digitized by Hiebert Library. [http://callimachus.org/cdm/singleitem/collection/p15008coll27/id/58/rec/120 Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies]''.]] | Digitized by Hiebert Library. [http://callimachus.org/cdm/singleitem/collection/p15008coll27/id/58/rec/120 Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies]''.]] | ||
[[File:ManitouMBChurch.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''Manitou MB Church.<br /> | [[File:ManitouMBChurch.jpg|350px|thumb|right|''Manitou MB Church.<br /> | ||
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Manitou Mennonite Brethren Church began services in 1927 and formally organized on 6 June 1927 with 30 charter members. Anton Baerg was elected as the first leader. The congregation originated through emigration from the [[Union of Soviet Socialist Republics|Soviet Union]]. At first the congregation met in Hazel School north of Manitou. When the congregation outgrew the school, they met in an available machine shed during the summer and in the winter, divided into four groups and met in homes. On 16 October 1931, it was decided to build a church. Once a month, the congregation held a youth service. The present sanctuary was built in 1967 and dedicated on 25 June 1967. The church had a 50th anniversary celebration in 1977. Another building was purchased in 1983 and attached to the original building for Sunday School. | Manitou Mennonite Brethren Church began services in 1927 and formally organized on 6 June 1927 with 30 charter members. Anton Baerg was elected as the first leader. The congregation originated through emigration from the [[Union of Soviet Socialist Republics|Soviet Union]]. At first the congregation met in Hazel School north of Manitou. When the congregation outgrew the school, they met in an available machine shed during the summer and in the winter, divided into four groups and met in homes. On 16 October 1931, it was decided to build a church. Once a month, the congregation held a youth service. The present sanctuary was built in 1967 and dedicated on 25 June 1967. The church had a 50th anniversary celebration in 1977. Another building was purchased in 1983 and attached to the original building for Sunday School. | ||
The name was changed to Manitou Christian Fellowship in 2018. | The name was changed to Manitou Christian Fellowship in 2018. | ||
= Bibliography = | = Bibliography = | ||
| − | + | Giesbrecht, Ed. "Manitou Mennonite Brethren Church 90th Anniversary Celebration June 25, 2017: Looking Back: A Presentation on the History of our Church." [http://www.manitoumbchurch.com/about_us Church website]. | |
''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' (4 April 1986), (27 May 1988): 40; (22 October 1999). | ''Mennonite Brethren Herald'' (4 April 1986), (27 May 1988): 40; (22 October 1999). | ||
Toews, John A. <em class="gameo_bibliography">A History of the Mennonite Brethren Church: Pilgrims and Pioneers.</em> Fresno, CA, 1975: 162. Available in full electronic text at: https://archive.org/details/AHistoryOfTheMennoniteBrethrenChurch. | Toews, John A. <em class="gameo_bibliography">A History of the Mennonite Brethren Church: Pilgrims and Pioneers.</em> Fresno, CA, 1975: 162. Available in full electronic text at: https://archive.org/details/AHistoryOfTheMennoniteBrethrenChurch. | ||
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=== Archival Records === | === Archival Records === | ||
| − | Centre for Mennonite Brethren Studies, Winnipeg, Manitoba. | + | Centre for Mennonite Brethren Studies, Winnipeg, Manitoba. [http://cmbs.mennonitebrethren.ca/inst_records/manitou-christian-fellowship-manitou-mb/ Volumes 423, 425–430.] |
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= Additional Information = | = Additional Information = | ||
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'''Phone''': 204-242-2433 | '''Phone''': 204-242-2433 | ||
| − | '''Website''': [ | + | '''Website''': [https://www.manitouchristianfellowship.com/ Manitou Christian Fellowship] |
'''Denominational Affiliations''': | '''Denominational Affiliations''': | ||
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|Hugh Froese | |Hugh Froese | ||
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| + | |Andrew Krahn (interim) | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:49, 18 April 2022
Creator: Henry J. Wiens (1885-1975)
Digitized by Hiebert Library. Center for Mennonite Brethren Studies.
Manitou Mennonite Brethren Church began services in 1927 and formally organized on 6 June 1927 with 30 charter members. Anton Baerg was elected as the first leader. The congregation originated through emigration from the Soviet Union. At first the congregation met in Hazel School north of Manitou. When the congregation outgrew the school, they met in an available machine shed during the summer and in the winter, divided into four groups and met in homes. On 16 October 1931, it was decided to build a church. Once a month, the congregation held a youth service. The present sanctuary was built in 1967 and dedicated on 25 June 1967. The church had a 50th anniversary celebration in 1977. Another building was purchased in 1983 and attached to the original building for Sunday School.
The name was changed to Manitou Christian Fellowship in 2018.
Bibliography
Giesbrecht, Ed. "Manitou Mennonite Brethren Church 90th Anniversary Celebration June 25, 2017: Looking Back: A Presentation on the History of our Church." Church website.
Mennonite Brethren Herald (4 April 1986), (27 May 1988): 40; (22 October 1999).
Toews, John A. A History of the Mennonite Brethren Church: Pilgrims and Pioneers. Fresno, CA, 1975: 162. Available in full electronic text at: https://archive.org/details/AHistoryOfTheMennoniteBrethrenChurch.
Archival Records
Centre for Mennonite Brethren Studies, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Volumes 423, 425–430.
Additional Information
Meeting location: 106 Voth St., Manitou, Manitoba (Coordinates 49.235833 -98.538611)
Mailing address: Box 340, Manitou Manitoba R0G 1G0
Phone: 204-242-2433
Website: Manitou Christian Fellowship
Denominational Affiliations:
Mennonite Brethren Church of Manitoba
Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches
General Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches
Manitou Christian Fellowship Leading Ministers
| Minister | Years |
|---|---|
| Anton Baerg | 1927–1930 |
| Johann P. Froese | 1931–1933 |
| Heinrich H. Goossen | 1934 |
| Johann P. Froese | 1935-1938 |
| Heinrich H. Goossen | 1939 |
| Gerhard Klassen | 1940 |
| Jacob Wiebe | 1941-1942 |
| Heinrich H. Goossen | 1943-1947 |
| J. Froese | 1948 |
| Gerhard Klassen | 1949-1951 |
| John Wiebe | 1952-1967 |
| Jacob Falk | 1968-1972 |
| A. J. Froese | 1973-1978 |
| Alvin Penner | 1980-1987 |
| George Toews | 1988-1999 |
| John Nikkel | 2000-2005 |
| Stephen Kroeker | 2006-2009 |
| Derek Lehman | 2009-2015 |
| Scott Koop | 2016 |
| Hugh Froese | 2017-2020 |
| Andrew Krahn (interim) | 2022-present |
Manitou Christian Fellowship Membership
| Year | Members |
|---|---|
| 1950 | 66 |
| 1965 | 65 |
| 1985 | 134 |
| 1995 | 125 |
| 2000 | 111 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| Author(s) | John P. Froese |
|---|---|
| Marlene Epp | |
| Date Published | March 2012 |
Cite This Article
MLA style
Froese, John P. and Marlene Epp. "Manitou Christian Fellowship (Manitou, Manitoba, Canada)." Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. March 2012. Web. 24 Nov 2024. https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Manitou_Christian_Fellowship_(Manitou,_Manitoba,_Canada)&oldid=173760.
APA style
Froese, John P. and Marlene Epp. (March 2012). Manitou Christian Fellowship (Manitou, Manitoba, Canada). Global Anabaptist Mennonite Encyclopedia Online. Retrieved 24 November 2024, from https://gameo.org/index.php?title=Manitou_Christian_Fellowship_(Manitou,_Manitoba,_Canada)&oldid=173760.
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