As a Christian community following the way of Jesus and called to the work of peace and justice, we invite you to join us around God’s table. We affirm that people of any race, ethnic identity, gender, sexual orientation, ability, age, economic status, or life situation are welcome, valued, and invited to full participation in the life of the congregation.
Things like hospitality, faith, family, and community are deeply embedded in our DNA. We look forward to meeting you!
What should I wear?
We dress pretty casually at Open Door, but if dressing up is your thing, feel free!
When do you start?
We start our weekly worship service at 9:00 and are usually done by 10:00. It’s followed by a coffee hour, where we drink coffee and tea and catch up with each other.
What do you believe? What is a Mennonite? Are you guys Amish?
We aren’t Amish, but we are both parts of the same stream of Christianity called “Anabaptists”, a group that emerged during the Protestant Reformation in the 15th Century. We are similar to a lot of Protestant churches, with a few things that stand out, like believer’s baptism, the priesthood of all believers, and a commitment to nonviolence and peacemaking.
Our congregation is theologically progressive, committed to reducing the amount of violence in the world, and fully affirming of LGBT folks and women in all aspects of church life.
We are members of the Gulf-States Conference and the larger Mennonite Church USA
What is your service like?
Our services include singing hymns and other songs, a short sermon, readings from the Bible, and a time of community sharing and prayers. Once a month we share communion together at a table open to all who show up.
Some Sundays we have a community meal together after worship. Mennonites love to eat together.
How do I get there?
Open Door Mennonite Church is located at:
4419 Broadmeadow St, Jackson, MS 39206
You can read more about parking and directions on this page.