On January 12, Ryan Jantzi was ordained for church leadership with Maple View and ONMB. This is the first step of ONMB reclaiming the practice of ordination. Could this be a helpful practice for blessing and empowering leaders across our churches? Could it be helpful for inviting churches and their pastors to covenant to God and one another to upho…

In 2022, South Point Community Church shifted their position to affirm women for all roles of ministry and leadership. This was the result of an intentional congregational process. Tracy Lepp and Dave Bretzlaff offer the biblical rationale and passionately cast a vision for why and how other churches can move in this direction too. South Point Comm…

Join our Acts 6:4 Assembly as we feast on God’s Word together. Nasser al’Qahtani brings the passion, joy and deep understanding God has given him as he unveils how God has woven the stories of Scripture together to reveal His heart. It’s fascinating! Many came away from Acts 6:4 with an intensified hunger for the Bible. ⁠Nasser⁠ is a Regional Team …

Join our Acts 6:4 Assembly as we feast on God’s Word together. Nasser al’Qahtani brings the passion, joy and deep understanding God has given him as he unveils how God has woven the stories of Scripture together to reveal His heart. It’s fascinating! Many came away from Acts 6:4 with an intensified hunger for the Bible. Nasser is a Regional Team Le…

Join Derek Parenteau, Trevor Seath & Ryan Jantzi as we reflect on God's activity among us at the ONMB Acts 6:4 Assembly. A spirit of joy, peace and anticipation was evident as the ONMB churches gathered from across the province to seek God together. As we devoted our time to prayer and the ministry of the Word, God met us. The coolest part... we're…

What happens when you lead your church to be with the Holy Spirit in prayer, inviting Him to speak and move, rather than prayer by speaking things over or on their behalf? What if our churches came to God without imposing our expectations of what He should say or do among us? Join Andrew Plett and Sylvia Kirkey o fMountain Park Church in Niagara Fa…

PCO is coming to Mississauga, May 6-8. But what is it? Pastor Credentialing & Orientation is a 2.5 day event to welcome new pastors into our Mennonite Brethren family. We worship, learn and share life together as a means of growing together as this spiritual family. It's also for anyone seeking a refresher on Mennonite Brethren history, theology an…

What do you do when international students continue arriving at your church, looking for community and hope? You disciple them in the way of Jesus. Vishal Rangha and Rafiqua Masih are pastors with Behta Darya Community Church, an MB Indo-Canadian church in Mississauga. They share stories of God's power at work among the young adults he's given them…

Once, in the moment of preaching on the Great Commission, God convicted Cam Stuart that he didn’t actually know how to make disciples. This started a pursuit of and passion for fostering healthy, disciple-making cultures. God has now directed that passion toward MB churches across Canada. Get to know Cam, the National Director for the Canadian Conf…

Join Trevor, Kristi and Ryan as they look back at God’s activity across ONMB in 2024 and anticipate what’s to come in 2025. They love leading this family of churches and hearing firsthand how God is changing lives! Listen in to hear how the presence and empowerment of the Holy Spirit seems to continue to build toward something special in the years …

"Prayer First" is a motto heard increasingly across ONMB. The Gathering has lived this out with their launch of The Community Table, the first food bank in their community. Dedicated prayer throughout the discernment and planning process has led directly to mission clarity and church unity. Listen in for insight on how to bathe your church's pursui…

Our culture increasingly avoids direct conversation about and acknowledgment of death. And yet it's everywhere. It's in our music and on our tattoos. As people of death and resurrection, we must learn to die and grieve well. Walking with others through these inevitable experiences is a rich Good News opportunity! Dr. Rob Patterson is the Lead Pasto…

Do you feel the beautiful Gospel story deeply within, but struggle to get it out to share with others? You're in good company. ONMB & Multiply want to help you by empowering everyday missionaries to share Jesus freely. Join Nasser al’Qahtani & Derrick Parenteau for the Antioch Mission School, June 2025 in Toronto. With a focus on the Bible, listeni…

We long to see God move in Ontario, turning many toward Him. Join Kevin Bayne as he casts vision and shares practical insight for deepening a prayer-first practice for individuals and churches. "A prayerless church is like a sailboat without a sail!" Kevin declares. Kevin Bayne is a Pastor of Spiritual Formation with ⁠Cornerstone Community Church ⁠…

ONMB's annual gathering is making a shift! Our annual gathering is being re-branded as the Acts 6:4 Assembly, indicating a greater commitment to Prayer and the Ministry of the Word. Meet our weekend Bible Teacher, Nasser Al'Qahtani, Multiply Regional Team Leader for Middle East and North Africa. He and Trevor will share what to expect at the Acts 6…

Do you long to pray with commitment and vibrancy, but struggle? You need to meet Doris and Wilf! Join Derek Parenteau and Ryan as we learn from these seasoned prayer warriors. Doris and Wilf share their personal stories of becoming intercessors and coach us on how to grow in prayer and form prayer teams. Doris Falkenburger is with Glencairn Church …

God is drawing kids, parents and staff to himself at Camp Crossroads! Join summer staff, Macy Peters and Caleb Lockyer as they share Jesus Stories and even a great prank from 2024. Crossroads exists as a Christ-centered ministry to support the local church in making disciples and developing leaders. They are doing it well! Macy is from Glencairn Ch…

Tabitha VandenEnden & Michelle Knowles share their journeys to becoming pastors among the MB Church. The development of their call, the people who encouraged them along the way and the biblical understanding that led them are detailed. They offer critical insight into how we can continue to call and empower women to use their full gifting and calli…

Ever wished you were better trained for the ministry God's called you to? Ever wished you had a better grasp on why we can trust the Bible and how to read it well? MB Seminary, in partnership with WMB Church in Kitchener-Waterloo is here to help! A new Teaching Church model is being launched here in Ontario this fall. Mark Wessner will be teaching …

MB Seminary played a critical role for April King in discerning and peparing for her call to pastoral ministry as a second career. Online offerings made studies accessible for a full life. Caring and wise professors enabled perseverance throughout the program. Whether heading toward vocational leadership, or as a lay person, might MB Seminary play …

A Lead Pastor's departure can be unsettling for a church. It is also fertile ground for growth into deeper health and vitality. Intentional Transitional Leadership can play a key role in guiding this process and setting the stage for a positive start for the next pastor. Might Transitional Leadership be a wise step for your church the next time a L…

When over 70 students show up weekly to pray before school starts you know God is on the move! Join Meghan Plett to hear more stories of renewed spiritual hunger and God's activity at Eden SLC. Meghan Plett is a Spiritual Life Associate with the Eden Spiritual Life Centre at Eden High School in St. Catharines. Eden was formerly an MB high school wh…

Meet Adib Maxwell of the Jesus Network. Hear his story of coming to faith through missionaries, fleeing Afghanistan for his life, pastoring in India and settling in Canada. Alongside Obed Rod, God is using Adib to gather Afghan believers in Canada and share the Gospel with those who've not yet heard. The Jesus Network is an ONMB Missional Expressio…

A number of years ago, Meadow Brook Church asked the question, "Would anyone notice if our church disappeared?" They were troubled by the answer, which led them into an ambitious plan to partner with other churches to truly be the hands and feet of Jesus. The Bridge was developed to offer safe, welcoming spaces for people to get help with housing, …

ONMB is at a significant moment in our story and God is inviting us into a posture of greater reliance on Him. Join Derek Parenteau as he extends a plea from John 21 to deepen the work of prayer across our churches and ministries. This is a message first shared at the ONMB Pastors Retreat in May. We now share it with you. Stay tuned for follow-up p…

Might God be calling your church to plant a new church in your region? A Church Planting partnership can be a beautiful pathway for multiplying healthy disciple-making churches. Join Jeff Jantzi, Lead Pastor of The Gathering Ottawa, and Dan Chook Reid, Church Planter with Bytown Community Church, to be inspired for what this mutually beneficial par…

Across ONMB we long to see folks asking how they can make disciples of Jesus in the social realms they inhabit. Through an initiative called Power Serve, Darren Milley is doing just that! This ONMB-sponsored Missional Expression is seeking to equip truckers as disciple-makers across the industry. Darren has launched a series of videos on YouTube an…

Camp Crossroads is starting a Gap Year discipleship program this fall! Christie & Andrew Hiebert join us to share how God is calling Camp to disciple young adults in small cohort setting with Bible study, servant leadership, multicultural experiences, travel and mission. Do you know someone who would be a good fit? Full Gap Year information is avai…

Why MB? This key question was addressed by Kristal Toews at the national EQUIP Conference in October. This was one of two plenary sessions that Ryan Jantzi and many others found to be particularly inspiring. Kristal is a pastor with Northview Church in Abbotsford, BC and a member of the CCMBC National Faith and Life Team. Click here⁠ for the video …

Why Church? This key question is addressed by Ken Esau, CCMBC National Faith & Life Director at the national EQUIP Conference in October. This was one of two plenary sessions that Ryan Jantzi and many others found to be particular inspiring. Click here for the video format.

Join Rob Patterson, Lead Pastor with Scott Street Church in St. Catharines, as we discuss what a church culture of service looks like. Rob is a pastor who deeply values presence among the people God has called him to shepherd. He shares from over three decades of experience leading among God's people. Grab a copy of ⁠A Church Called Tov ⁠and follow…

The ONMB Board has appointed Trevor Seath as our new Executive Director! Trevor will start this role on January 22, 2024. Listen in to hear Trevor's heart, how God has led Trevor to this point and the gifting, experiences and vision he brings to leading ONMB. Trevor has been closely connected to ONMB for many years now, most recently through his wo…

Join Derek Klumpenhouwer, Pastor with WMB Church as we discuss how to nurture cultures of justice across our churches. Derek is clearly passionate about the fullness of God's good presence being manifest among his Bride. Grab a copy of A Church Called Tov and follow the conversation with various contributors at our ONMB Blog. Recommended Resources:…

Join Ken Esau, National Faith and Life Director with CCMBC as we discuss how to nurture cultures of truth in our churches. Ken also offers a nuanced perspective on Ch. 9, reminding us that the motivations of parties pursuing truth aren't always known to others and even themselves. It's a rich conversation! Grab a copy of ⁠A Church Called Tov⁠ and f…

Join Michelle Knowles as we discuss how churches can avoid "institution creep", keeping the shepherding of people as the focus. Michelle serves as the ONMB Board Chair and is a pastor of Adult Ministries with WMB Church in Kitchener-Waterloo. Grab a copy of A Church Called Tov and follow the conversation with various contributors at our ONMB Blog. …

Join Derek Klumpenhouwer of WMB Church and Jordan Duerrstein of Scott Street Church as we discuss how to nurture grace in our churches. We long to be communities that mutually give and receive the gifts of God. Grab a copy of A Church Called Tov and follow the conversation with various contributors at our ONMB Blog. Recommended Resources: Quilts an…

Why do narcissism and 'power through fear' dynamics take root in some church contexts? How can we identify these dynamics? How can we mitigate them? How can we form cultures of goodness across our churches? Join Connie Maier and Ryan Jantzi to discuss Chapter 2, Early Warning Signs of a Toxic Church Culture. Connie is a Pastor of Outreach and Imple…

How do we foster cultures of goodness across our ONMB leaders and churches? This is the question we'll be asking throughout 2023 as we engage in A Church Called Tov by Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer. Join Ryan Jantzi in this discussion of Chapter 1 with Jordan Duerrstein of Scott Street MB Church and Trevor Seath of C2C Collective. Together we'l…

Join Matt Ehresman of USMB Lead Pods for this conversation, getting to know Bruce Enns, the recently appointed general director of Multiply. Bruce has years of local church leadership experience after his time as an MB pastor with Forest Grove Church in Saskatchewan. There have been lots of changes within Multiply over the past few years, but on th…

What does leading God's people amidst a foreign invasion look like? Meet Pavlo Lozynsky. Pavlo is a church planting pastor with God's Design Church in Lviv, Ukraine. Following several years in the Niagara region, as a member of Southridge Community Church, Pavlo responded to God's call back to his homeland to share the Gospel. He offers insight int…

The time is ripe for having spiritual conversations with our neighbours! Using a guiding philosophy of "pray & obey" Sandra Reimer follows the Holy Spirit into new territory, creating spaces for the diverse people around her to discuss life and spirituality. Sandra is driven by a desire to see people meet Jesus! Sandra Reimer is a member of Glencai…

What if we actually tried to live like Jesus did? What if we oppose the tenets of Christendom? What if we took Jesus' call to peacemaking to heart? These are a few of the questions that have inspired Chris Walker on his journey to becoming an Anabaptist Christian. As Mennonite Brethren, what does it mean when we say we're Anabaptist? Why does it ma…

We live in a time when many are facing housing affordability challenges. Listen in on how God led Doug Valerio and Ray Gerard together toward a creative solution. The values of generosity and financial discipleship expressed in this episode point to a true Jesus Story... and the cool piece is that the story is already multiplying! Doug Valerio is l…

Obed Rod of the Jesus Network shares how God is at work among Afghan people in the country, in refugee camps and here in Canada. It's remarkable how goodness is springing up amidst horror. God is using Obed in significant ways to share the Good News and to lead people to freedom both spiritually and physically. Find out how you can help, particular…

All churches say they want to engage their community. Southeast City Church is among the few who do it well. After years of steadfast and gracious presence, Southeast City was invited to support their neighbourhood amidst covid-19 by establishing a food bank. As a result, doors have been opened to express the Good News of Jesus in new ways. Southea…

Any other leaders find it challenging to listen for the voice of God for yourself, rather than only on behalf of your church? If so, the discipline of Spiritual Direction is for you! Listen in as Sarah Patterson, a Spiritual Director and Instructor with Tyndale Seminary specializes in the role of Direction in the formation of pastors. Sarah is a me…