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    612-822-4611

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Journey With Foolish Trust

Journey With Foolish Trust

Fraser, Shirley Dyck

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Historical FiguresReligious BiographiesGeneral Christianity

Publisher Price: $33.49

ISBN10: 1038323533
ISBN13: 9781038323538
Publisher: FriesenPress
Published: Oct 28 2025
Pages: 330
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.90 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Journey With Foolish Trust is an insightful exploration of Mennonite heritage and faith, blending personal narrative with historical context. Shirley Dyck Fraser begins by sharing the story of her family's life in rural Canada, offering a glimpse into the strength and resilience of the Mennonite community. Through her anecdotes, she reveals the unique way of life that shaped her upbringing, from family responsibilities and communal gatherings to traditional foods and childhood experiences.

Transitioning to a broader perspective, Fraser has provided a detailed account of the history of Christianity and of Mennonites. She traces the impact of Jesus Christ's teachings on Mennonite theology, which emphasizes core values such as love for God, neighbours, and even enemies.

Fraser also explores the challenges faced by the Mennonite community, detailing their persecution and mass emigration from Netherlands, Prussia, Imperial Russia, and Canada. Despite these hardships, the Mennonites remained steadfast in their faith. Their journey spans centuries, from ancient times through the Christian Reformation, where key figures like Menno Simons laid the groundwork for their faith, to the establishment of communities in Southern Russia, and finally, to their arrival in Manitoba in 1875.

Journey With Foolish Trust offers readers an opportunity to renew their faith and find purpose in life, reaffirming that while life is difficult, there is a way to live with fulfillment and peace in all circumstances.

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