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The prosecutor asked the witness, “What’s the point of education? Isn’t it to get ahead in the world?” The witness replied, “It all depends on which world.” For generations, Amish and Mennonite children attended public schools. Then in 1925,... Learn more

What is Anabaptism? This essay, first published in 1944, presents a classic statement of the essence and vision of the early Anabaptists. "We shall practice what He taught, believing that where He walked we can by His grace follow in His ste... Learn more

What does it cost to follow Jesus? For these men and women, the answer was clear. They were ready to give witness to Christ in the face of intense persecution, even if it cost them their lives. From the stoning of Stephen to Nigerian Christi... Learn more

The history of the church is a history of real people–popes and priests, monks and martyrs, and many ordinary folks like us. All claimed to follow Christ, but not all had the same understanding of what it meant to be Christian. This ac... Learn more

Focuses on eight basic differences between Anabaptists and other religious groups. Learn more

These twelve stories based on accounts in the Martyrs Mirror bring to life for us today what it was like to be an Anabaptist believer during the Reformation. The book includes the famous story of Dirk Willem rescuing his enemy who had fallen... Learn more

Inspired to meet the need for Biblical reading material and school curriculum, Sanford Shank started Christian Light Publications in 1969. Despite his lack of resources and publishing experience, with God’s blessing the fledgling organizatio... Learn more

Marx Boshart had not only become an Anabaptist—he was now an Anabaptist minister. But now, imprisoned by the Zurich city council, he wasn’t sure it was worth it. His wife and newborn son awaited him at home. If he would promise not to teach ... Learn more

Confucius, Constantine, John Calvin, William Carey, Fanny Crosby . . . this easy-to-read book provides engaging biographical sketches of over thirty people who influenced religious history for good or ill (including Charles Darwin and Karl M... Learn more

(1727-1900) This reprint of History of Mennonites in Virginia contains the most extensive history of Mennonites in Virginia from 1727 to 1900 available today. This history takes us from the days before Mennonites moved to the Shenandoah Vall... Learn more

The fledgling Anabaptist movement in 1526 faced persecution and disunity. Joining the movement at a critical time, Michael Sattler provided vision, leadership, and stability. He was instrumental in the creation of the Schleitheim Confession,... Learn more

Three accounts demonstrating nonresistance to evil: Dirk Willems rescuing his pursuer, Preacher Peter feeding the men tearing up his thatched roof, and Jacob Hostetler responding with love to Indians who killed his wife and two children. Learn more

Marcellus examined the scroll from the emperor. It raised his rank and commissioned him to search out and arrest Christians in their hiding places, particularly the catacombs. Finding the task unpleasant, he nevertheless obeyed. But the more... Learn more

The true accounts of Christians baptized upon confession of faith who died for their faith from the time of Christ to A.D. 1660. Includes an index of Anabaptists persecuted or martyred 1525-1660. Learn more

The story of Mennonite origins and development is an entrancing one. It is important for understanding Mennonite doctrine and life. Knowing the history of their church gives members an appreciation of their heritage and a sense of direction ... Learn more

What if homeschools and private schools were illegal? This children’s story, extensively researched and footnoted for adult readers,

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The story of Casiodoro de Reina, the translator of the Spanish Bible, and his struggle with the leaders of the Catholic church who did not want to see his work completed. Despite persecution and even torture, Casiodoro successfully completed... Learn more

For many years, Anabaptist groups embodied their Gospel beliefs and values in distinctive cultural norms to which all members were held accountable. This booklet examines the claim that these “man-made rules” militate against a genuine perso... Learn more

Under a Silent Sky is a historical fiction story set in Germany in the 1200s. Defying the state church, Jurian has dedicated his life to translating Scripture into the people's dialect.

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