Marnie Klassen with MennoCreative

The Schism Between Us

Religion EN ↓ 4 episodes

The Schism Between Us is a limited series about religious polarization, focusing on the tense relationship between Mennonites in Canada. Mennonite Church Canada and the Canadian Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches share a common history in imperial Russia, but an old schism and contemporary differences often prevent them from working together. Follow Marnie Klassen as she dives into this 166 year old schism, asking the questions: what’s happening between these religious groups, and how did we get here anyway? This podcast is supported by Canadian Mennonite's MennoCreative residency.

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Marnie Klassen with MennoCreative

Episodes

"True Evangelical Faith" 10.07.2026 38:37

Since their 1860 divide, Mennonites and Mennonite Brethren have been influenced by different theological traditions. This episode of The Schism Between Us explores the tension between Anabaptist and Evangelical theology within the MB church, and between the two denominations in question. Several guests reflect on the possibilities of a more diverse church, and Mennonite Church Canada’s Executive M...

How we talk to each other 27.06.2026 31:06

In this episode of The Schism Between Us, host Marnie Klassen talks to Mary Funk about the early years of Jubilee Mennonite Church, and to Gilbert Brandt and Kathryn Lymburner about denominational publications. Carolina Gouveia Santana reflects on being a person of colour in a predominantly white church, and Paul Peters talks about polarization and what humility looks like in practice. The MB Her...

You are here. 11.06.2026 26:21

This introductory episode of The Schism Between Us follows host Marnie Klassen through her upbringing in the spaces between the Mennonite and Mennonite Brethren denominations. Marnie explores how this ecumenical context continues to shape her own understanding of the ongoing tensions between the groups, and talks with several people who shed light on the origins of the split. Welcome to The Schism...

Teaser Trailer 22.04.2026 1:33

Do you ever have a question so big, you just have to go and find out? Listen to the teaser trailer now to find out what Marnie Klassen's big question is.