“It was his orientation. He was always helping.” Gord Friesen reflected on his father Cornelius (C.N.) Friesen’s volunteer history with Mennonite Disaster Service, a commitment that spanned more than a half-century. C.N.’s personal story closely mirrors the larger story of MDS’ origins in Canada. Like many other young Anabaptist men, during World War II he volunteered as a conscientious objector. A few years after the war, he responded to the 1948 Red River flood, sandbagging in Rosenort, Manitoba, alongside other Mennonite volunteers. The 1948 Red River flood response is the first documented disaster response by an organized group of Mennonites in Canada. They responded as the Mennonitische Hilfswerk, a predecessor to MDS in Canada. Read the full story via the link! #MDSResponds #RespondRebuildRestore #MennoniteDisasterService (fb)

MDS Canada is hiring an Executive Director! Are you a highly motivated leader with a passion for faith in action? As the Executive Director, you will provide transformational and strategic leadership to MDS Canada’s board and staff. This position is based in Winnipeg, MB, and a first review of applications will begin June 30. The complete job description and application process are available on our website linked below! #MDSResponds #RespondRebuildRestore #MennoniteDisasterService (fb)