Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church
Akron NY
14001
Who we are
What is a Mennonite?
One of our members tells of the time a friend (the man who eventually became her husband) invited her to attend a small group study at Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church. She hesitated mainly because she had never heard of the Mennonites. After some research online she discovered that there are two characteristics that distinguish the Mennonites from most Christian denominations: baptism upon adult confession of faith and a strong belief in non-violence or pacifism. She learned that while often associated with the Amish, the two faith systems developed out of the same Anabaptist tradition but moved along distinctly different paths. She was relieved to learn that she would not have to give up her automobile or hair dryer!
A visit to the church revealed what her research could not, that the congregation is made up of a blend of people who had been raised in the church and had seen many iterations of Mennonite practice and those who had joined the church over time, attracted to its kind, Christ-loving people and the giving spirit that dwells within the community.
A Google search will tell one more about the denomination as a whole but a visit on a Sunday morning will do more in revealing who we are. If you would like to know us, please visit. We are an open, caring community and you are welcome!
We are a member church of New York Mennonite Conference
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One of our members tells of the time a friend (the man who eventually became her husband) invited her to attend a small group study at Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church. She hesitated mainly because she had never heard of the Mennonites. After some research online she discovered that there are two characteristics that distinguish the Mennonites from most Christian denominations: baptism upon adult confession of faith and a strong belief in non-violence or pacifism. She learned that while often associated with the Amish, the two faith systems developed out of the same Anabaptist tradition but moved along distinctly different paths. She was relieved to learn that she would not have to give up her automobile or hair dryer!
A visit to the church revealed what her research could not, that the congregation is made up of a blend of people who had been raised in the church and had seen many iterations of Mennonite practice and those who had joined the church over time, attracted to its kind, Christ-loving people and the giving spirit that dwells within the community.
We are a member church of New York Mennonite Conference
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Church Website
Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church on Social Media
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Leadership
Leader Name:
Dale Meyers Â
Leader Position:
Minister Â
Phone:
Fax:
716-542-9927 Â
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Dale Meyers Â
Leader Bio:
Pastor Dale Meyers spent his childhood in Friendship, NY. He was saved at the age of 8 during summer camp and continued to receive his spiritual training through camp and during high school at Houghton Academy.
Upon graduating from Houghton College with a BS in Biology, Dale moved to the Buffalo area with his wife Rachel, planning to attend medical school at UB. God’s plan was different; however! Dale began ministering to youth part-time in the fall of 1999 but it became clear in 2006 that God desired him in full-time pastoral work.
Dale, Rachel and their four children (Isaac, Elizabeth, Ann and Julia, live in Alden, NY and enjoy sledding, hiking, riding bikes and playing in the creek.
His Favorites…
Food: Gotta be Hot Wings!
Movie: Dead Poet’s Society...Carpe diem
Sports Team: Duke Basketball
Hobby: Running his Stihl chainsaw
Bible Verse:Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 Â
Upon graduating from Houghton College with a BS in Biology, Dale moved to the Buffalo area with his wife Rachel, planning to attend medical school at UB. God’s plan was different; however! Dale began ministering to youth part-time in the fall of 1999 but it became clear in 2006 that God desired him in full-time pastoral work.
Dale, Rachel and their four children (Isaac, Elizabeth, Ann and Julia, live in Alden, NY and enjoy sledding, hiking, riding bikes and playing in the creek.
His Favorites…
Food: Gotta be Hot Wings!
Movie: Dead Poet’s Society...Carpe diem
Sports Team: Duke Basketball
Hobby: Running his Stihl chainsaw
Bible Verse:Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 Â
Administration
Admin Name:
Ann Meyers Â
Admin Position:
Secretary Â
Phone:
Fax:
716-542-9927 Â
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Ann Meyers Â
Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church Service Times
Sunday Morning Service
10:00-11:00 AM - Worship Service
We are meeting outdoors (weather permitting), via Zoom, & Facebook Live. Join us in any way you feel most comfortable.
If you will be joining us in person, please bring your own lawn chair, facemask and maintain a 6' distance from any non-household member.
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
10:00-11:00 AM - Worship Service
We are meeting outdoors (weather permitting), via Zoom, & Facebook Live. Join us in any way you feel most comfortable.
If you will be joining us in person, please bring your own lawn chair, facemask and maintain a 6' distance from any non-household member.
It's been more than 3 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities
Under 12s:
Sunday school Programs for ages 4 and up
Sundays 9:00 - 9:50 a.m. (Sept-June)
Please check back for updates about church programs in the near future Â
Sundays 9:00 - 9:50 a.m. (Sept-June)
Please check back for updates about church programs in the near future Â
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Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church History
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Accept, O Lord
Accept, O Lord, my entire liberty, my memory, my understanding and my will. All that I am and have thou hast given to me; and I give all back to thee to be disposed of according to they good pleasure. Give me only the comfort of thy presence and the joy of thy love; with thee I shall be more than rich and shall desire nothing more.
Clarence Center-Akron Mennonite Church listing was last updated on the 16th of August, 2020
