Lately I've been curious about the origins of the movement encouraged by Menno Simmons. I've been very interested in the documents that came from the meetings of his peers whether Mennonite or Swiss Brethren.
You can find links here to those documents.
My deepest interest like I said is with the early history. I've tried reading a variety of Menno's early writings and I think I just haven't found the right ones yet. Most of what I have found so far has only been fluff meant to encourage his followers or has been brief paragraphs about "the ban". His most thorough writing I've found thus far has been about the educating of children, there is no mention of college. Menno's educational references are all made towards the word of God.
I've only begun to read, so if I find any interesting pieces I will bring them to your attention.
Here is a link where you can specifically find Menno's writings.
Simply do a search for "Menno" and you will find anything you are looking for.
Menno was known as a prolific writer, so there is a fair chance that I just haven't found his "meat and potatoes" yet.
It's surprised me with what I have found that he can write so much and say nothing, but yet clearly he has had an enormous affect on Christian history. I'm certain there are writings I am missing or perhaps better translations.
Our New House
Last weekend we received our appliances so now our house is a home! All of our furniture is in as well. Now we just need to take over the rest of our library and we will be set.
I do unfortunately have to update that during the move Elizabeth Ann's loom was damaged and will not be usable until I am able to repair it. I'll try to remember to do a post on it. Including pictures.
Hand Plane Making
I've not yet even begun to make and sell wooden hand planes yet, but I have already "sold" one to a good buddy of mine. It's a good motivation booster and also encourages me all the more to leave truck driving.
Well with all things in our life, everything is very fluid. We'll try to keep you updated.
Michael E McCartan
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