First Mennonite Church of Canton

08/22/2026

Sunday’s service will be at Fry Family Outdoor Pavilion

On Sunday, August 23 we'll gather for worship outdoors at Fry Family Park instead of meeting at the church. Join us at the outdoor pavilion for a special time of worship and enjoying God's creation.

Location:
Fry Family Park Outdoor Pavilion

2533 Farber St. SE Magnolia, OH 44643

Please bring a lawn chair if you'd like additional seating, and pack a picnic lunch to enjoy after the service.

08/11/2026

This Sunday we were honored to have guest speaker Madi Nissley share a message on Habakkuk 1:1-4, 3:16-19. You can listen online at https://cantonfirstmennonite.org/sermons/.

08/03/2026

07/17/2026

A reminder for this Sunday (7/19/2026)...

06/18/2026

Reminder: Instead of Neighbor Night this month, we encourage everyone to check out the exhibit opening party for A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County’s Rich Black History. Details are below:
Exhibit Opening Party - June 19, 2026
Join us in celebrating Juneteenth with the Stark County Black History Museum’s debut exhibition, A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County’s Rich Black History.

The opening reception will take place on June 19, 2026 at 6:00PM. This is a FREE event, however registration is encouraged. The first 200 people to arrive will receive a $10 coupon to spend with the food truck of their choice.

Guests attending the event will enjoy Black owned and operated food trucks, African Dancers from the Ivory Coast, an amazing DJ that will have you dancing the night away, and even a creative board game hosted by Raw Games. Visit the Gift Shoppe from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM for unique Juneteenth inspired merchandise.

More information here:

This exhibition explores the history of the Black communities of Canton, Massillon, Alliance, and Waynesburg. It takes visitors on a journey beginning in the early 1800s, when the first Black families…

06/08/2026

Some thoughts on Ruth, Boaz, and Immigration shared from our friend Danae King from Mennonite Central Committee (MCC.) MCC works with partners around the world to aid in disaster relief, community development and peacemaking.

Save the date for the Ohio Relief Sale: July 10-11, 2026! The Ohio Mennonite Relief Sale raises funds for the work of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC.) and is supported by over 100 churches: Amish, Apostolic, Brethren, Mennonite and Conservative Mennonites of Ohio and western Pennsylvania. Learn more at: https://ohiomccreliefsale.org/.

06/04/2026

Bring a dish to share or just come to enjoy!

05/29/2026

Join together for a vibrant outdoor worship gathering that brings Southeast Canton churches together in faith, fellowship, and hope. This special service features an inspiring worship team, focused prayers for our community, and creative expressions of praise. Gates open at 10:30am with coffee and donuts before the service begins at 11am. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and start your morning outside with a joyful celebration of faith and community in the heart of SE Canton.

Enjoy free coffee, water, and light refreshments
All ages are welcome and meaningful kids' activities available.
Music and food trucks will be onsite following.

05/13/2026

Listen here: https://cantonfirstmennonite.org/sermons/