On August 1, 2025, I drove to Morgantown, Pa., to pick up copies of a new history book. I’m a co-author, along with Steve Nolt, of People of Peace: A History of the Virginia Mennonite Conference.

I’ve been selling and distributing copies of the 526-page hardback book to those who contributed and to churches that supported us throughout the past four years of work.

Our book release took place at the annual Virginia Mennonite Conference Assembly, August 21-23, 2025. I continue to sell books from my home. Many have expressed appreciation for the book.

I’m grateful for the professional work of co-author Steve Nolt, who is the director of the Young Center at Elizabethtown College, Pa. Many people helped by reading chapters, editing, and simply encouraging me. A special shout-out goes to the Zion Mennonite Church, Broadway, Virginia, for supporting the book project.

Purchase a copy by contacting Elwood Yoder (elyoder@gmail.com) or at Amazon.com or at Masthof.com.