European Mennonite Voluntary Service: Youth Idealism in Post-World War II Europe
Book, 2010, 130 pp
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European Mennonite Voluntary Service tells the story of the Mennonite-
related work camp movement and its efforts to organize volunteers to
help reconstruct Europe after World War II. It includes careful yet accessible
analysis and reflection; extended personal accounts of what the EMVS experience
meant for those who served; photos, notes, and index.
“Redekop provides a fine-grained analysis of the rapid expansion of MVSMFD and its sudden demise or ‘transmogrification.’ In general terms he explains the consequences of the lack of differentiation between the emergency relief, rehabilitation, and the further goal of development. . . . This book needs to be read and pondered.” —Robort Lee, in the Foreword
“Redekop provides a fine-grained analysis of the rapid expansion of MVSMFD and its sudden demise or ‘transmogrification.’ In general terms he explains the consequences of the lack of differentiation between the emergency relief, rehabilitation, and the further goal of development. . . . This book needs to be read and pondered.” —Robort Lee, in the Foreword
“I am impressed by such an intense history on service. Here are our roots.
Today Christliche Dienste (earlier Mennonite Voluntary Service) is sending
more than 60 young German volunteers to serve in various countries, mainly
developing countries and poor areas of North America. Different times have
different tasks.”
—Barbara Hege-Galle, Director, Christliche Dienste
“One of the most dynamic Mennonite movements since 1945 has been youthoriented voluntary service. It is especially important for North Americans to understand the European part of this story. Redekop is an exceptional quide.
—John A. Lapp, Executive Secretary Emeritus, Mennonite Central Committee
—Barbara Hege-Galle, Director, Christliche Dienste
“One of the most dynamic Mennonite movements since 1945 has been youthoriented voluntary service. It is especially important for North Americans to understand the European part of this story. Redekop is an exceptional quide.
—John A. Lapp, Executive Secretary Emeritus, Mennonite Central Committee
Type | |
Genre | Personal Theory/Thesis, History |
Expression | General Writing/Recording |
Audience | Adults |
Language | English |
Publisher | Cascadia Publishing House |
ISBN | 9781931038799 |
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