CONNECTIONS Supporting each other to better serve our neighbors May/June 2017 Coming Attractions All times are Eastern except as noted May 17, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m East Coast Chaplains and HR Affinity Groups Landis Homes July 4-8, 2017 Mennonite Church USA Convention Orlando, Florida July 19, 2017 Regional Peace Church Gathering Bluffton, Ohio August 23, 2017 3:00 p.m Regional Peace Church meeting Bloomington, Illinois Sept. 6, 2017 3:00 p.m Valued Leadership webinar – Culture Sept. 19, 2017 12:00 – 2:00 p.m IN/MI Chaplains Greencroft Goshen What You Saw, What You Missed: Assembly 2017 Recap Leaders within Mennonite education and health and human services met March 9-12 in Jacksonville, Fla., for the Mennonite Health Assembly and Education Leaders Gathering (ELG), sponsored by Everence. Over 350 were in attendance, including executive leaders, board members, educators, healthcare professionals, students and seven “Emerging Leader” scholarship recipients. “What is Assembly all about? It’s about equipping the leaders that are carrying out the mission of the institution,” said MHS Vice President Mim Shirk. “That’s what MEA is about. That’s what MHS is about.” The weekend included interactive workshops, facilitated networking opportunities, three keynote speakers and all-new “special interest sessions.” Follow along as we look back at a few of many 2017 Assembly highlights.
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CONNECTIONSSupporting each other to better serve our neighbors MayJune 2017
Coming AttractionsAll times are Eastern except as noted
May 17 2017 900 am ndash 200 pmEast Coast Chaplains and HR Affinity Groups Landis Homes
July 4-8 2017Mennonite Church USA Convention Orlando Florida
July 19 2017Regional Peace Church GatheringBluffton Ohio
August 23 2017 300 pmRegional Peace Church meetingBloomington Illinois
Sept 6 2017 300 pmValued Leadership webinar ndash Culture
Sept 19 2017 1200 ndash 200 pmINMI Chaplains Greencroft Goshen
What You Saw What You Missed Assembly 2017 RecapLeaders within Mennonite education and health and human services met March 9-12 in Jacksonville Fla for the Mennonite Health Assembly and Education Leaders Gathering (ELG) sponsored by Everence
Over 350 were in attendance including executive leaders board members educators healthcare professionals students and seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo scholarship recipients
ldquoWhat is Assembly all about Itrsquos about equipping the leaders that are carrying out the mission of the institutionrdquo said MHS Vice President Mim Shirk ldquoThatrsquos what MEA is about Thatrsquos what MHS is aboutrdquo
The weekend included interactive workshops facilitated networking opportunities three keynote speakers and all-new ldquospecial interest sessionsrdquo
Follow along as we look back at a few of many 2017 Assembly highlights
Hundreds of board and administrative leaders gathered in
Jacksonville Fla for the joint Mennonite Health Assembly and Education Leaders Gathering
Participants discovered that many leadership challenges and opportunities are the same regardless of the setting Sessions such as preparing for leadership transition effective board governance fundraising crisis communication and stakeholder engagement drew crowds from both healthcare and education A preconference session on Evolving Systems challenged attendees to consider creative approaches to collaboration or affiliation At the annual MHS members meeting board chair Laurie Nafziger presided over the election of Jen Foster and Jeremy Kauffman to the board MHS presidentCEO Rick Stiffney and senior team members Tim Ficker and Alisa Miller reported that
members are engaging through collaborations and customized consulting support and that MHS operations achieved a modest margin for 2016 We acknowledged the upcoming retirements of member CEOs Betty Holland and Joe Landis Eight organizations gave brief highlights about their organizations and three Emerging Leaders shared how their organization supports and nurtures their leadership gifts The meeting concluded with spirited table group discussions of successes and challenges with developing leaders from within Members expressed appreciation for the quarterly Valued Leadership webinars led by senior vice president Emerson Lesher while also calling for resources that appeal to younger people Mark your calendars for next yearrsquos Mennonite Health Assembly March 8-10 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania The planning committee has some surprises in the worksmdashstay tuned
Mim Shirk Senior Vice President
In My Own Words Assembly Review
ldquoLefever noted the
lsquofiercely intensifying
competitionrsquo felt by
many institutions in
the room He asked
attendees to consider
how collaboration
and innovation
might move their
organization forward
without losing what
is already successfulrdquo
Evolving Systems Forum First of its Kind
The Evolving Systems Forum marked the first formal meeting between senior leadership from health and human services and education solely to discuss collaboration
ldquoThis is the 21st century and we are operating in a very complex climaterdquo explained MHS PresidentCEO Rick Stiffney who facilitated the event ldquoDo we go it alone or do we go it with othersrdquo he asked
Participants were encouraged to consider what Stiffney referred to as the ldquosweet spot of fidelity to mission and high adaptabilityrdquo
Three TED-Talk-style presentations kickstarted the afternoon workshop
Evon Bergey Vice President of Community Initiatives at Landis Communities Stanley Green Executive Director of Mennonite Mission Network and Allon Lefever entrepreneur shared stories and advice on collaboration
When collaborating Bergey explained ldquoTherersquos not one cookie-cutter model Itrsquos careful to do due diligence if wersquore going to get it rightrdquo
Lefever noted the ldquofiercely intensifying competitionrdquo felt by many institutions in the room He asked attendees to consider how collaboration and innovation might move their organization forward without losing what is already successful
ldquoCommunicate your goals and your accomplishments continuouslyrdquo he recommended ldquoThere are always skeptics So do you just give up No you keep tryingrdquo Lefever said
ldquoEvolvingrdquo continued gtgt
ldquoCollaboration is essentialrdquo said Green ldquoItrsquos critical Without it we do not survive or we are insensitive to the voices of important stakeholdersrdquo he said
Next workshop goers were invited to participate in two of four larger circle conversations The groups were led equally by MHS and MEA-affiliated entities and included MHS member organization Kings View Behavioral Health (Fresno Calif) and Bluestem Communities (Hesston Kan)
Each featured organization gave a real-life example of strategic and innovative collaboration
To conclude the afternoon attendees were invited to discuss both among themselves and with the larger group takeaways from these presentations and discussions
ldquoA takeaway for me today was how critical it is for leaders like me to care for culture and to tend to itrdquo shared Steve Lindsey CEO of Garden Spot Village (New Holland Pa)
Stiffney concluded the session with closing comments and prayer
gtgt ldquoEvolvingrsquorsquo continued
Caught on the Record
Overheard at the Evolving Systems Forum table conversations
bull ldquoGod was in itrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos encouraging hearing these kinds of storiesrdquo
bull ldquoWersquore not so special We need each otherrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos just tough to survive on your ownrdquo
bull ldquoMission can drive us forwardrdquo
bull ldquoCulture eats strategy for lunchrdquo
Online Resources
Webmhsonlineorg
Valued Leadershipvaluedleadershiporg
Mennonite Health Assemblyhttpsmhaelgconference wordpresscom
FacebookfacebookcompagesMenno-nite-Health-Assembly
Rickrsquos Blogmhsalliancewordpresscom
Contact Us
1112 N Main StreetGoshen IN 46528(574) 534-9689
MHSAPG Office
2160 Lincoln Highway EastSuite 7Lancaster PA 17602(717) 560-4296
Three keynote speakers three distinct messages
What does ldquoBeyond Buried Treasurerdquo mean for 350 board members executive leaders students teachers healthcare professionalsmdashand more
Each of the three keynote speakers took a notably distinct route in deciding what this yearrsquos Assembly theme had to say to attendees
bull Opening keynote speaker newly-instated Eastern Mennonite Univer-sity President Dr Susan Shultz Huxman examined the underutilized resource of storytelling as a means to ldquosustain and enhance our communitiesrdquoldquolsquoLet me tell you a storyhelliprsquo Is there any one sentence that captures more attention that offers us the opportunity to drink deeply of the universal experiencerdquo she asked ldquoGreat leaders including Jesus talk-ed in stories Stories empower sustain and connect us to one anotherrdquo Shultz Huxman said
bull Rev Dr Debora Jackson Director of Lifelong Learning at Yale Divinity School inspired listeners to consider themselves their organizationrsquos lsquohidden resourcersquoldquoWhen you know you have value you can go forth with confidence not fearrdquo She continued ldquoUse your fearlessness to inspire others to be fearlessrdquo
bull Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart closed the conference with a strong challenge ldquoA racial glaze tints our perspective without us knowing sordquo Hart said ldquoMennonite leaders must decide if they want to bring minorities in as guests or if they want to bring them in to find belongingrdquo Finding Godrsquos hidden treasure Hart explained ldquocan come true for Mennonite institutions and their leaders when they themselves take up the cross and follow Jesus to the marginalized groups of societyrdquo he said
Emerging Leader Daisha Walker connects with keynote speaker and Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
Hundreds of board and administrative leaders gathered in
Jacksonville Fla for the joint Mennonite Health Assembly and Education Leaders Gathering
Participants discovered that many leadership challenges and opportunities are the same regardless of the setting Sessions such as preparing for leadership transition effective board governance fundraising crisis communication and stakeholder engagement drew crowds from both healthcare and education A preconference session on Evolving Systems challenged attendees to consider creative approaches to collaboration or affiliation At the annual MHS members meeting board chair Laurie Nafziger presided over the election of Jen Foster and Jeremy Kauffman to the board MHS presidentCEO Rick Stiffney and senior team members Tim Ficker and Alisa Miller reported that
members are engaging through collaborations and customized consulting support and that MHS operations achieved a modest margin for 2016 We acknowledged the upcoming retirements of member CEOs Betty Holland and Joe Landis Eight organizations gave brief highlights about their organizations and three Emerging Leaders shared how their organization supports and nurtures their leadership gifts The meeting concluded with spirited table group discussions of successes and challenges with developing leaders from within Members expressed appreciation for the quarterly Valued Leadership webinars led by senior vice president Emerson Lesher while also calling for resources that appeal to younger people Mark your calendars for next yearrsquos Mennonite Health Assembly March 8-10 in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania The planning committee has some surprises in the worksmdashstay tuned
Mim Shirk Senior Vice President
In My Own Words Assembly Review
ldquoLefever noted the
lsquofiercely intensifying
competitionrsquo felt by
many institutions in
the room He asked
attendees to consider
how collaboration
and innovation
might move their
organization forward
without losing what
is already successfulrdquo
Evolving Systems Forum First of its Kind
The Evolving Systems Forum marked the first formal meeting between senior leadership from health and human services and education solely to discuss collaboration
ldquoThis is the 21st century and we are operating in a very complex climaterdquo explained MHS PresidentCEO Rick Stiffney who facilitated the event ldquoDo we go it alone or do we go it with othersrdquo he asked
Participants were encouraged to consider what Stiffney referred to as the ldquosweet spot of fidelity to mission and high adaptabilityrdquo
Three TED-Talk-style presentations kickstarted the afternoon workshop
Evon Bergey Vice President of Community Initiatives at Landis Communities Stanley Green Executive Director of Mennonite Mission Network and Allon Lefever entrepreneur shared stories and advice on collaboration
When collaborating Bergey explained ldquoTherersquos not one cookie-cutter model Itrsquos careful to do due diligence if wersquore going to get it rightrdquo
Lefever noted the ldquofiercely intensifying competitionrdquo felt by many institutions in the room He asked attendees to consider how collaboration and innovation might move their organization forward without losing what is already successful
ldquoCommunicate your goals and your accomplishments continuouslyrdquo he recommended ldquoThere are always skeptics So do you just give up No you keep tryingrdquo Lefever said
ldquoEvolvingrdquo continued gtgt
ldquoCollaboration is essentialrdquo said Green ldquoItrsquos critical Without it we do not survive or we are insensitive to the voices of important stakeholdersrdquo he said
Next workshop goers were invited to participate in two of four larger circle conversations The groups were led equally by MHS and MEA-affiliated entities and included MHS member organization Kings View Behavioral Health (Fresno Calif) and Bluestem Communities (Hesston Kan)
Each featured organization gave a real-life example of strategic and innovative collaboration
To conclude the afternoon attendees were invited to discuss both among themselves and with the larger group takeaways from these presentations and discussions
ldquoA takeaway for me today was how critical it is for leaders like me to care for culture and to tend to itrdquo shared Steve Lindsey CEO of Garden Spot Village (New Holland Pa)
Stiffney concluded the session with closing comments and prayer
gtgt ldquoEvolvingrsquorsquo continued
Caught on the Record
Overheard at the Evolving Systems Forum table conversations
bull ldquoGod was in itrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos encouraging hearing these kinds of storiesrdquo
bull ldquoWersquore not so special We need each otherrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos just tough to survive on your ownrdquo
bull ldquoMission can drive us forwardrdquo
bull ldquoCulture eats strategy for lunchrdquo
Online Resources
Webmhsonlineorg
Valued Leadershipvaluedleadershiporg
Mennonite Health Assemblyhttpsmhaelgconference wordpresscom
FacebookfacebookcompagesMenno-nite-Health-Assembly
Rickrsquos Blogmhsalliancewordpresscom
Contact Us
1112 N Main StreetGoshen IN 46528(574) 534-9689
MHSAPG Office
2160 Lincoln Highway EastSuite 7Lancaster PA 17602(717) 560-4296
Three keynote speakers three distinct messages
What does ldquoBeyond Buried Treasurerdquo mean for 350 board members executive leaders students teachers healthcare professionalsmdashand more
Each of the three keynote speakers took a notably distinct route in deciding what this yearrsquos Assembly theme had to say to attendees
bull Opening keynote speaker newly-instated Eastern Mennonite Univer-sity President Dr Susan Shultz Huxman examined the underutilized resource of storytelling as a means to ldquosustain and enhance our communitiesrdquoldquolsquoLet me tell you a storyhelliprsquo Is there any one sentence that captures more attention that offers us the opportunity to drink deeply of the universal experiencerdquo she asked ldquoGreat leaders including Jesus talk-ed in stories Stories empower sustain and connect us to one anotherrdquo Shultz Huxman said
bull Rev Dr Debora Jackson Director of Lifelong Learning at Yale Divinity School inspired listeners to consider themselves their organizationrsquos lsquohidden resourcersquoldquoWhen you know you have value you can go forth with confidence not fearrdquo She continued ldquoUse your fearlessness to inspire others to be fearlessrdquo
bull Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart closed the conference with a strong challenge ldquoA racial glaze tints our perspective without us knowing sordquo Hart said ldquoMennonite leaders must decide if they want to bring minorities in as guests or if they want to bring them in to find belongingrdquo Finding Godrsquos hidden treasure Hart explained ldquocan come true for Mennonite institutions and their leaders when they themselves take up the cross and follow Jesus to the marginalized groups of societyrdquo he said
Emerging Leader Daisha Walker connects with keynote speaker and Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
ldquoLefever noted the
lsquofiercely intensifying
competitionrsquo felt by
many institutions in
the room He asked
attendees to consider
how collaboration
and innovation
might move their
organization forward
without losing what
is already successfulrdquo
Evolving Systems Forum First of its Kind
The Evolving Systems Forum marked the first formal meeting between senior leadership from health and human services and education solely to discuss collaboration
ldquoThis is the 21st century and we are operating in a very complex climaterdquo explained MHS PresidentCEO Rick Stiffney who facilitated the event ldquoDo we go it alone or do we go it with othersrdquo he asked
Participants were encouraged to consider what Stiffney referred to as the ldquosweet spot of fidelity to mission and high adaptabilityrdquo
Three TED-Talk-style presentations kickstarted the afternoon workshop
Evon Bergey Vice President of Community Initiatives at Landis Communities Stanley Green Executive Director of Mennonite Mission Network and Allon Lefever entrepreneur shared stories and advice on collaboration
When collaborating Bergey explained ldquoTherersquos not one cookie-cutter model Itrsquos careful to do due diligence if wersquore going to get it rightrdquo
Lefever noted the ldquofiercely intensifying competitionrdquo felt by many institutions in the room He asked attendees to consider how collaboration and innovation might move their organization forward without losing what is already successful
ldquoCommunicate your goals and your accomplishments continuouslyrdquo he recommended ldquoThere are always skeptics So do you just give up No you keep tryingrdquo Lefever said
ldquoEvolvingrdquo continued gtgt
ldquoCollaboration is essentialrdquo said Green ldquoItrsquos critical Without it we do not survive or we are insensitive to the voices of important stakeholdersrdquo he said
Next workshop goers were invited to participate in two of four larger circle conversations The groups were led equally by MHS and MEA-affiliated entities and included MHS member organization Kings View Behavioral Health (Fresno Calif) and Bluestem Communities (Hesston Kan)
Each featured organization gave a real-life example of strategic and innovative collaboration
To conclude the afternoon attendees were invited to discuss both among themselves and with the larger group takeaways from these presentations and discussions
ldquoA takeaway for me today was how critical it is for leaders like me to care for culture and to tend to itrdquo shared Steve Lindsey CEO of Garden Spot Village (New Holland Pa)
Stiffney concluded the session with closing comments and prayer
gtgt ldquoEvolvingrsquorsquo continued
Caught on the Record
Overheard at the Evolving Systems Forum table conversations
bull ldquoGod was in itrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos encouraging hearing these kinds of storiesrdquo
bull ldquoWersquore not so special We need each otherrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos just tough to survive on your ownrdquo
bull ldquoMission can drive us forwardrdquo
bull ldquoCulture eats strategy for lunchrdquo
Online Resources
Webmhsonlineorg
Valued Leadershipvaluedleadershiporg
Mennonite Health Assemblyhttpsmhaelgconference wordpresscom
FacebookfacebookcompagesMenno-nite-Health-Assembly
Rickrsquos Blogmhsalliancewordpresscom
Contact Us
1112 N Main StreetGoshen IN 46528(574) 534-9689
MHSAPG Office
2160 Lincoln Highway EastSuite 7Lancaster PA 17602(717) 560-4296
Three keynote speakers three distinct messages
What does ldquoBeyond Buried Treasurerdquo mean for 350 board members executive leaders students teachers healthcare professionalsmdashand more
Each of the three keynote speakers took a notably distinct route in deciding what this yearrsquos Assembly theme had to say to attendees
bull Opening keynote speaker newly-instated Eastern Mennonite Univer-sity President Dr Susan Shultz Huxman examined the underutilized resource of storytelling as a means to ldquosustain and enhance our communitiesrdquoldquolsquoLet me tell you a storyhelliprsquo Is there any one sentence that captures more attention that offers us the opportunity to drink deeply of the universal experiencerdquo she asked ldquoGreat leaders including Jesus talk-ed in stories Stories empower sustain and connect us to one anotherrdquo Shultz Huxman said
bull Rev Dr Debora Jackson Director of Lifelong Learning at Yale Divinity School inspired listeners to consider themselves their organizationrsquos lsquohidden resourcersquoldquoWhen you know you have value you can go forth with confidence not fearrdquo She continued ldquoUse your fearlessness to inspire others to be fearlessrdquo
bull Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart closed the conference with a strong challenge ldquoA racial glaze tints our perspective without us knowing sordquo Hart said ldquoMennonite leaders must decide if they want to bring minorities in as guests or if they want to bring them in to find belongingrdquo Finding Godrsquos hidden treasure Hart explained ldquocan come true for Mennonite institutions and their leaders when they themselves take up the cross and follow Jesus to the marginalized groups of societyrdquo he said
Emerging Leader Daisha Walker connects with keynote speaker and Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
ldquoCollaboration is essentialrdquo said Green ldquoItrsquos critical Without it we do not survive or we are insensitive to the voices of important stakeholdersrdquo he said
Next workshop goers were invited to participate in two of four larger circle conversations The groups were led equally by MHS and MEA-affiliated entities and included MHS member organization Kings View Behavioral Health (Fresno Calif) and Bluestem Communities (Hesston Kan)
Each featured organization gave a real-life example of strategic and innovative collaboration
To conclude the afternoon attendees were invited to discuss both among themselves and with the larger group takeaways from these presentations and discussions
ldquoA takeaway for me today was how critical it is for leaders like me to care for culture and to tend to itrdquo shared Steve Lindsey CEO of Garden Spot Village (New Holland Pa)
Stiffney concluded the session with closing comments and prayer
gtgt ldquoEvolvingrsquorsquo continued
Caught on the Record
Overheard at the Evolving Systems Forum table conversations
bull ldquoGod was in itrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos encouraging hearing these kinds of storiesrdquo
bull ldquoWersquore not so special We need each otherrdquo
bull ldquoItrsquos just tough to survive on your ownrdquo
bull ldquoMission can drive us forwardrdquo
bull ldquoCulture eats strategy for lunchrdquo
Online Resources
Webmhsonlineorg
Valued Leadershipvaluedleadershiporg
Mennonite Health Assemblyhttpsmhaelgconference wordpresscom
FacebookfacebookcompagesMenno-nite-Health-Assembly
Rickrsquos Blogmhsalliancewordpresscom
Contact Us
1112 N Main StreetGoshen IN 46528(574) 534-9689
MHSAPG Office
2160 Lincoln Highway EastSuite 7Lancaster PA 17602(717) 560-4296
Three keynote speakers three distinct messages
What does ldquoBeyond Buried Treasurerdquo mean for 350 board members executive leaders students teachers healthcare professionalsmdashand more
Each of the three keynote speakers took a notably distinct route in deciding what this yearrsquos Assembly theme had to say to attendees
bull Opening keynote speaker newly-instated Eastern Mennonite Univer-sity President Dr Susan Shultz Huxman examined the underutilized resource of storytelling as a means to ldquosustain and enhance our communitiesrdquoldquolsquoLet me tell you a storyhelliprsquo Is there any one sentence that captures more attention that offers us the opportunity to drink deeply of the universal experiencerdquo she asked ldquoGreat leaders including Jesus talk-ed in stories Stories empower sustain and connect us to one anotherrdquo Shultz Huxman said
bull Rev Dr Debora Jackson Director of Lifelong Learning at Yale Divinity School inspired listeners to consider themselves their organizationrsquos lsquohidden resourcersquoldquoWhen you know you have value you can go forth with confidence not fearrdquo She continued ldquoUse your fearlessness to inspire others to be fearlessrdquo
bull Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart closed the conference with a strong challenge ldquoA racial glaze tints our perspective without us knowing sordquo Hart said ldquoMennonite leaders must decide if they want to bring minorities in as guests or if they want to bring them in to find belongingrdquo Finding Godrsquos hidden treasure Hart explained ldquocan come true for Mennonite institutions and their leaders when they themselves take up the cross and follow Jesus to the marginalized groups of societyrdquo he said
Emerging Leader Daisha Walker connects with keynote speaker and Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
Online Resources
Webmhsonlineorg
Valued Leadershipvaluedleadershiporg
Mennonite Health Assemblyhttpsmhaelgconference wordpresscom
FacebookfacebookcompagesMenno-nite-Health-Assembly
Rickrsquos Blogmhsalliancewordpresscom
Contact Us
1112 N Main StreetGoshen IN 46528(574) 534-9689
MHSAPG Office
2160 Lincoln Highway EastSuite 7Lancaster PA 17602(717) 560-4296
Three keynote speakers three distinct messages
What does ldquoBeyond Buried Treasurerdquo mean for 350 board members executive leaders students teachers healthcare professionalsmdashand more
Each of the three keynote speakers took a notably distinct route in deciding what this yearrsquos Assembly theme had to say to attendees
bull Opening keynote speaker newly-instated Eastern Mennonite Univer-sity President Dr Susan Shultz Huxman examined the underutilized resource of storytelling as a means to ldquosustain and enhance our communitiesrdquoldquolsquoLet me tell you a storyhelliprsquo Is there any one sentence that captures more attention that offers us the opportunity to drink deeply of the universal experiencerdquo she asked ldquoGreat leaders including Jesus talk-ed in stories Stories empower sustain and connect us to one anotherrdquo Shultz Huxman said
bull Rev Dr Debora Jackson Director of Lifelong Learning at Yale Divinity School inspired listeners to consider themselves their organizationrsquos lsquohidden resourcersquoldquoWhen you know you have value you can go forth with confidence not fearrdquo She continued ldquoUse your fearlessness to inspire others to be fearlessrdquo
bull Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart closed the conference with a strong challenge ldquoA racial glaze tints our perspective without us knowing sordquo Hart said ldquoMennonite leaders must decide if they want to bring minorities in as guests or if they want to bring them in to find belongingrdquo Finding Godrsquos hidden treasure Hart explained ldquocan come true for Mennonite institutions and their leaders when they themselves take up the cross and follow Jesus to the marginalized groups of societyrdquo he said
Emerging Leader Daisha Walker connects with keynote speaker and Messiah College Professor Dr Drew Hart
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
VBLP alumni gather for reflection inspiration
Over 20 alumni of the Values-based Leadership Program participated in a special reunion workshop entitled ldquoLeading with Resiliencerdquo
The Values-based Leadership Program is a joint initiative of eight organizations including MHS MEA and Everence A 15th cohort will convene in October Registration details are below
The Assembly special interest session co-facilitated by MHS Consultant Lee Schmucker and MC USA Director of Leadership Development Terry Shue was designed to give alumni space to reflect on their leadership journey since participating in the program
Alumni also discussed what effective leadership means in todayrsquos challenging work environment ldquoWersquore in a time of dynamic changesrdquo Shue said ldquoChange on change stacked onto other change As a leader how do you catch your breathrdquo
The answer according to Schmucker is a combination of mindset and learned behaviors which together allow leaders to ldquoadapt and lead in the face of multiple changes and challengesrdquo
She specified ldquoResilience requires attention to physical wellbeing mental perspective emotional reactions and interpersonal connectionsrdquo
Interactive discussion and activities targeted these key areas of self-awareness
For more information about the Values-based Leadership Program visit wwwvblporg
Registration is open for the Values-based Leadership Program
An Anabaptist Perspective on Leadership
Designed for new executives or rising leaders within the organization The program focuses on developing self-awareness and skills for leading a team through an Anabaptist perspective Held at Laurelville Mennonite Church Center in Mt Pleasant Pa the two-session format gives participants a chance to put into practice what they learn from the first session before attending the second October 4-6 2017 Session 1 Leading from the InsideFebruary 21-23 2018 Session 2 Leading amp Empowering Others
VBLP Registration
Registration for both sessions includes
bull Six days of interactive life-changing learning
bull Program materials
bull Inter-term cohort conference calls
bull Assessment tools and reports
Visit wwwvblporg to learn more
Program Tuition
$1045 (US) $1145 (US) after August 15 20173 or more from the same organization receive a discount of $75 per person
Mealslodging
$415 (double occupancy) $630 (single occupancy)
How to register
Online using the this link
Class size is limited sign up early to reserve a spot Register by August 15 2017 for a discount
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
Annual Membersrsquo Meeting celebrates milestones and opportunities
The 2017 Members Meeting held Friday March 10 highlighted the many changes and successes from the past year
80 were in attendance to welcome new member organizations and elect two new MHS board members
The gathering also welcomed two new MHS board nominees
The Nomination Committee reiterating their desire to ldquobalance regional representation our constituent groups and add age diversityrdquo nominated Jen Foster Executive Director of Central California Mennonite Residential Services and Jeremy Kauffman Executive Director of Walnut Hills Retirement Community an affiliate of Greencroft Communities
Both were approved unanimously
Foster and Kauffman will fill vacancies left by departing board members Larry Zook and Betty Holland whose contribution was acknowledged by board chair Laurie Nafziger
Managing Director Tim Ficker spoke about his first months with MHS Consulting which included ldquothe wonderful experience of traveling around the country and learning about the organizations that make up MHSrdquo
ldquoWe shook thousands of handsrdquo he said
Ficker reported an increase in consulting associates as well as an uptick in 2017 MHS Consulting engagements which is currently on track to double last yearrsquos total
Following Fickerrsquos presentation organizations with milestones ending in a five or zero were recognized Mennonite Village (Albany Ore) celebrated 70 years of service which marked the most out of the organizations recognized in 2017
Alongside these milestones and updates information was shared on multiple MHS and MHS-affiliated programs
This included the all-new Emerging Leaders initiative continued development of Resource Partners the welcoming of the 15th cohort of the Values-based Leadership Program and increased opportunities for CEOs seeking international opportunities through MHSrsquo unique collaboration with the Chinese Christian Council
To learn more about these programs and others visit wwwmhsonlineorg
The 2018 MHS Members Meeting is currently slated for March 9 in Pittsburg Pa
ldquoThe Nomination
Committee
reiterating
their desire to
ldquobalance regional
representation
our constituent
groups and add age
diversityrdquo nominated
Jen Foster and
Jeremy Kauffmanrdquo
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
ldquoEducational resourceful inspiringrdquo Emerging Leaders attend joint gathering
The spring gathering welcomed seven ldquoEmerging Leaderrdquo recipients young professionals nominated by their administrators for their strong leadership skills
Angela Hernandez a student advisor in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at Fresno Pacific University and a therapist intern at Kings View Counseling Services spearheaded the project although a family emergency kept her from joining the group in Jacksonville
Thanks to Hernandezrsquos efforts as well as the support of a handful of sponsors Emerging Leader recipients had the opportunity to network with industry professionals and participate in the weekendrsquos many workshops and events a handful of which were tailored for the group
For Emerging Leader Daisha Nelson-Walker an employee at Peaceful Living (Harleysville Pa) a special ldquoEmerging Leaders Receptionrdquo was a highlight At the reception she enjoyed meeting others who were also new to leadership roles
ldquoThe common theme from every story was lsquoI love the work I do and the organization that I work forrdquo she recalled
Over all said Nelson-Walker her first experience at the MEAMHS Leaders Gathering proved ldquoeducational resourceful and inspiringrdquo
ldquoIt was refreshing to see so many like-minded people networking and encouraging one anotherrdquo she said
Special thanks to the sponsors of Emerging Leaders and students
bull Brook Lane (Hagerstown Md)
bull Frederick Living (Frederick Pa)
bull Living Branches (Hatfield Pa)
bull Greencroft Communities (Goshen Ind)
bull Mennonite Home Communities (Lancaster Pa)
bull Menno Haven (Chambersburg Pa)
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
40+ workshops offer unique learning opportunity
The dozens of workshops offered at the 2017 joint Assembly gave attendees more than a chance to learn something new In many cases these daily sessions were led by colleagues Participants had the unique opportunity to hear from fellow industry professionals who understood firsthand the realities of the current industry climate
Workshops included
ldquoAn Unlikely Affiliation How neighboring Retirement Communities Found Compatibility and Shared MissionsrdquoKaren Lehman and Dan McKeeIn a time when we often focus on our differences in faith and affiliation more than what we have in common the Community at Rockhill (formerly Rockhill Mennonite Community) and the Lutheran Community at Telford found common ground Presenters Lehman and McKee discussed the steps that led to a successful affiliation between these two neighboring retirement communities
ldquoExecutive Transitions 10 Things Boards Should KnowrdquoTim FickerThe non-profit human service fields currently face an unprecedented wave of executive transition in the next five years Practical and resourceful Fickerrsquos workshop offered attendees an
insightful list of dos and donrsquots when undertaking an executive transition
ldquoNonprofit Boards How Shall We GovernrdquoRick Stiffney Stanley Green and Kay Nussbaum Church-related institutions rely heavily on governance leadership This panel-style workshop offered multiple ldquolensesrdquo of reference to better understand what we are doing as board members and why we are doing it
ldquoBoard work is group workrdquo Stiffney explained ldquoUnless you are truly connecting and relating as a board you can maybe do okay work but you probably canrsquot do wise workrdquo he said
ldquoEffective Crisis Communication and Management in a Social Media ErardquoCurt BechlerManaging communications across organizations is increasingly complex due to the prevalence of social media mixed with the ongoing use of traditional media
ldquoPerception drives realityrdquo Bechler began The workshop started with a look at four cognitive ways of thinking and how they drive online behavior From there Bechler focused on crisis and conflict strategies for a wide range of issues from upset donors to accusations of sexual misconduct
ldquoUnless you are truly
connecting and
relating as a board
you can maybe do
okay work but you
probably canrsquot do
wise workrdquo
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
Headline 2- 2022 Fruti 45
Subhead 1416 Fruti 45
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru Etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am qu co-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tem-pore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conseru etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am-conseca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as at
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam temp pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atis
hendit que vitasitis
Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesed eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lanimus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am con-seca borernate non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibull Equasinc iatusae Minus alitate porernatatur adit ut minctesedbull eosam tempore pernatur tem et laut opta pro berchiliae lani-
mus id ut provit conserum etur nobis deni alia dent volupti bull sectium volor arumque cone nullabor am que conseca borernate
non ercil ipsandisquat as acero estotatessum iundit as atibus
Headline 1-2426 Frutiger 55
At the MHS board meeting held in conjunction with the 2017 Jacksonville gathering the board addressed three significant matters
1 They continued discussion of the meaning of ldquomembershiprdquo
bull Many new social ministries are Anabaptist in conviction but do not have historic roots in the Mennonite church
bull Organizational leaders are less loyal to traditional forms of membership but are more drawn to engagement in relationships that create near-term results or mission
with long-term impact
bull The needs and interests of member organizations are widely different
2 They continued to deepen the practice of ldquosafe conversationsrdquo as part of their journey toward greater intercultural competence
3 They gave attention to the ongoing reshaping of the consulting practice
In addition to the three primary topics the board accepted the FY 2016 financial review and laid plans for receiving new board
members Finally the board honored outgoing members Larry Zook PresidentCEO at Landis Communities Wanda Heise Brethren in Christ representative and Betty Holland PresidentCEO at Sunshine Communities
As a self-prescribed ldquoAnabaptist Catholicrdquo leader Holland commented that she hoped we would continue to explore ways to diversify participation in the ranks of our senior leaders and boards while holding steadfastly to our Anabaptist mission and convictions
Rick Stiffney PresidentCEO
The Last Word Membership intercultural competence and MHS Consulting main topics for MHS board meeting
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