ELKHART, Indiana (Mennonite Church USA) — From Spirit-led conversations to glam-bot-style selfies, the Exhibit Hall at MC USA’s Follow Jesus 25 national convention promises to be more than just a showcase — it’s a hub of connection, celebration and discovery. Featuring 20+ exhibitors representing Anabaptist colleges, agencies, ministry partners and resource providers, MC USA’s Follow Jesus 25 convention in Greensboro, North Carolina, July 8-12), invites attendees of all ages to engage with the broader Mennonite community in meaningful, memorable ways.
Attendees are invited to stop by MC USA’s exhibit throughout the convention to interact with different staff members and learn more about the denomination’s work. The exhibit, dubbed the “The Equipping Station,” will highlight MC USA’s Historical Archives, Peace & Justice work and Church Vitality resources. Visitors will be invited to have staff members stamp their MC USA “passport” for the chance to win a prize. Other fun features will include an Archives photo caption contest and a 360-camera setup, where attendees can take glam-bot-like selfies.
Follow Jesus 25 attendees will also find plenty of interaction and connection with other Anabaptist organizations. Youth are encouraged to network with Anabaptist colleges and organizations, while adults can discover new ways of serving and engaging with their Anabaptist community.
Jennifer Hayes, director of Marketing and Communications for Mennonite Mission Network said, “Mennonite Mission Network is looking forward to both presenting at and having our exhibitor’s booth at the convention. We plan to use this time to share, pray and celebrate 500 years of Anabaptism.”
Adam King, recruitment specialist for Eastern Mennonite Seminary said, “It’s easy to overlook the power of exhibiting at a convention like MC USA’s, but I’ve spent the past few years exhibiting for Eastern Mennonite University and Seminary and I’ve learned that sometimes, genuinely life changing conversations can happen around an exhibitor’s table. King continued, “I believe that sometimes, when we take time to meet over a table, even an exhibitor’s table, the Holy Spirit works some pretty spectacular wonders in our lives.”
Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in MC USA’s inaugural Menno Makers Market at the Follow Jesus 25 exhibit hall. This new area will feature handmade gifts by Anabaptist artisans to browse or buy. Vendors are invited to apply here by June 1. https://mcusa.formstack.com/forms/menno_makers_market_application Priority will be given to products that are original designs, handmade and feature local or sustainable materials. The open spots are limited to 20 exhibitors. The discounted exhibitor fee is $200 and includes a table, access to Wi-Fi and one convention registration.
The list of exhibitors is available on the exhibitor’s webpage on the convention site https://convention.mennoniteusa.org/why-attend/exhibit-hall/ and also will be available
digitally on the Follow Jesus 25 mobile app. From inspiring faith-based resources to practical tools for church life, the exhibit hall will be filled with booths that enhance the convention experience. Visit the Exhibit Hall during the designated hours to explore, network and find resources.
Exhibitors will be set up in the exhibit hall section of the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons. The exhibit area will be open to visitors during the following times:
- Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 8:15 pm – 10:00 pm
- Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 12:15 pm – 2:15 pm and 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Thursday, July 10, 2025, 12:15 pm – 2:15 pm and 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- Friday, July 11, 2025, 12:15 pm – 2:15 pm
The full Follow Jesus 25 schedule can be found here. https://convention.mennoniteusa.org/why-attend/dates-location/
Register for convention before May 31 and save $100. Register here. 
https://convention.mennoniteusa.org/registration/
Mennonite Church USA is an Anabaptist Christian denomination, founded in 2002 by the merger of the Mennonite Church and the General Conference Mennonite Church. Members of this historic peace church seek to follow Jesus by rejecting violence and resisting injustice. MC USA’s Renewed Commitments state the following shared commitments among its diverse body of believers: to follow Jesus, witness to God’s peace and experience the transformation of the Holy Spirit. Mennoniteusa.org
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By Christle Hain