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December 19, 2012

Amish Apologies in Israel

Kelli Yoder, Mennonite World Review

A group of 27 Anabaptists returned to Israel Nov. 18-25 to continue a reconciliation process begun with a written apology delivered two years ago.

For Al Longenecker, a deacon from Lancaster Mennonite Conference who took part in both delegations with his wife, Ada, the trip was a chance to atone for historic sins.

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