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The origin of Eden Mennonite Church, or, why we are visiting two cemeteries during the reunion

The origin of Eden Mennonite Church goes back to the Russian province of Volhynia where Mennonite families resided as a congregational unity during the 1800’s.  Of Swiss origin, this group of Anabaptists had to flee their homes because of persecution … Continue reading

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The Hopefield cemetery

For the 2011 Reunion, we are planning a visit to the Hopefield Cemetery.  Here is information from Herb Goering, prepared for the 2000 reunion. Welcome to the Hopefield Mennonite Church cemetery. This is the final resting place for most of the … Continue reading

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