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Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale Has Record Year
HESSTON, Kan. (May 23, 2022) On Thursday evening, May 19th, the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale held its Annual Meeting at

Preliminary Sale Totals
This information will be revised as updates are received. Preliminary sale amount is $600,000.00 General Auction. $237,250.00 (Highlights listed below)Quilt



Pysanky – Ukrainian Easter Eggs
These Easter eggs are pysanky – real eggs hand-decorated in the traditional Ukrainian way. The eggs pictured, and more, will be


Urgent Volunteer Help Needed!
Help is still needed in many different ways for the Sale weekend. Click here for volunteer sign up sheets Updated


Join Us for the 2022 Sale!
Friends, The 2022 Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale is almost upon us. We have planned and prepared for this event as

2022 Quilt Auction Gallery
View all 226 quilts that have been donated for this year’s sale in the 2022 Quilt Gallery.

Important Dates to Remember!
Important Dates: • Fellowship Meals – ongoing until Sale • March 24 – General Pre-Sale Meeting @ Faith Mennonite, Newton

Plants & Things Needs Your Donations!
Plants and Things accept donations on Thursday and Friday at the sale grounds. Please have plants labeled with name and

How to Make Your Coins Count
If you aren’t already, it is time to collect coins for MCC. Be creative in ways to involve children in

Quilter’s Corner Welcomes Your Donations
Quilter’s Corner welcomes your donated QUILT-RELATED ITEMS throughout the year. These used/unused/unfinished items no longer needed in your quilt/sewing/linen closets

Mark Your Calendars… Letter from Chairman
Dear Friends, We are in the month of February and a quick tally tells me that April 8 and 9

…Much More Than Spare Change
YOUR Coins Do Count! Dear KMRS Friends, An Invitation to Participate One of the favorite activities over the years, for


Update from KMRS Chair, Jim Robb
THANK YOU! Thank you for your generosity. Thank you for your commitment and thank you for your belief in the


Large Collection of 1/64th Collectible Semi Trucks
This Collectible Toy Auction featuring 70 semi-trucks of a larger collection will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, April

Almonds are Coming!
California Roasted Almonds are set to arrive in Buhler on May 3. As soon as they are received, we will


Quilter’s Corner – Donations needed
QUILTER’S CORNER KANSAS Mennonite Relief Sale, July 2-3, 2021 Quilter’s Corner welcomes your donated QUILT-RELATED ITEMS throughout the year. These

Visit the Online California MCC Quilt Auction this Saturday, July 18!
Hi Friends, Ready to visit a MCC relief sale quilt auction? This Saturday, July 18 at 10am Pacific Time (1pm

Virtual Run for Relief on Saturday, April 18
The Run for Relief Committee has decided to host a “virtual run” this year. People are encouraged to still pay their entry
RESERVATIONS FULL for Keith’s Carryout Meal
Update 4-26-20: The preliminary amount brought in from this event is $19,207.55! Update 4-24-20: RESERVATIONS ARE FULL Keith’s is maxed

Caps & Yardsticks are Still Available!
ALMONDS: The almonds sales are completed and no new orders will be taken. Thank you to all who placed orders!
Vehicles – Bill of Sale
More details and other items can be viewed on the General Auction page. Click on thumbnail below to view full
Yoder Concrete Bird Bath
Brand new, never been used. Donated by: Yoder Ornament Concrete Burrton, Kansas
1920 Fordson Tractor
Rebuilt 1920 Fordson Tractor just like the ones that MCC sent to Russia 100 years ago. All original with buzz
Solid Wood Armoire from Yoder Furniture
Updated: “Old Classic Sleigh Chest” 1/4 sawn, cherry color armoire. This solid wood piece was purchased a few years ago
Rustic Osage Orange Table
Truly a one of a kind table Some of God’s best builders are the seed, the sun, rain, wind, and
Wooden Chinese Checker Board and Marbles
Beautifully Constructed Wooden Chinese Checker Board and Marbles, built by Master Craftsman Archie Schmidt, Tabor Mennonite
Footstools and Decorative Wooden Boxes
Decorative Wooden Boxes and Footstools of various sizes and heights Constructed with woods of Various Colors by the Master Craftsman
Shaker Pine Table
This is a Traditional Shaker Design Hallway or Bedside Table with a single drawer. It is constructed with Kansas Blue
SOLD- 1927 1 1/2 HP John Deere Model E Hit and Miss Gas Engine
1927 Model E John Deere 1 1/2 HP Hit and Miss Gas Engine. This is a VERY complete ORIGINAL Gas
1973 John Deere Bicycle
This Scarce 1973 John Deere Bicycle is a 27 Inch, 10 Speed Racing Bike Serial #2412266. These John Deere Bicycles
Howard Miller 84 Inch Full Grandfather Clock
Howard Miller 84 Inch FULL Grandfather Clock Donated by the deceased Author James D. Yoder, Bethel College Mennonite Church. This
China Set “Georgian”
Homer Laughlin “Georgian” In Eggshell Set of 6 five-piece place setting **Please note that one of the dinner plates has
China Set “Orchard”
China Set “Orchard” By Jaeger & Company Of West Germany Fruit Pattern in Browns, Green & Plum with Gold Trim
1000 for a $1000…
For 100 years, Mennonite Central Committee has been responding to needs around the world, walking alongside people, offering relief, development
Some highlights of this year’s sale
Watch KMRS Chair, Jim Robb highlight some things from this year’s sale celebrating MCC’s Centennial year!
Hustler Pressure Washer
HH3324 3300 PSI @ 2.4 GPM Innovative pump design Strong & lightweight Ergonomic side assist spray gun For more information,
Hustler Dash 42″ Lawn Mower
Dash 10.5hp Briggs & Stratton Engine 42” deck 5mph mowing speed 2-year / no hour limit limited warranty For more
Custom Made Chicken Coop
This chicken coop is 48 inches by 60 inches. It was built by the Hesston College facilities department, with the
Craftsman 42 Inch Self Propelled Riding Mower
Craftsman 42 Inch Self Propelled Riding Mower Model LT2000. Powered by 18.5HP Overhead Valve Gas Engine. Looks Good and Runs
Centennial Tractor
This tractor will be auctioned off at the General Auction on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at approximately 1:25 pm before
Feb. 10 Letter from Chair
“…in the name of Christ” A powerful reason for the work that is done by the Mennonite Central Committee as

2020 is the 100 year anniversary of the Mennonite Central Committee
The Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale would like to celebrate this milestone by gifting MCC ONE MILLION DOLLARS. The Kansas Sale was founded to support the ministry of Relief, Development, and Peace in the name of Christ. This would require 1,000 people to each give $1,000 to get to one million dollars by April 17, the first day of the 2020 Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale….

Centennial Pitcher
Forty pitchers were commissioned by the MCC Relief Sale office. They were all made by the same potter in the Goshen area. The pitcher is available to be used at worship services, Wednesday evening programs, Sunday School presentations, etc.

Jan 2020 Letter from the Chair
Celebration! 2020 is the Centennial Year of the Mennonite Central Committee. It is a time to remember. It is a time to examine our history and to remember the stories. There are so many stories of compassion and caring, and in this year there will be many ways in which that celebration can be achieved.

Help promote MCC’s Centennial
One of the things that can be done in your congregation, during a Sunday School time, an announcement period, a
How it all started…
Relief Sales are the result of grassroots movements across the United States to promote and raise funds for MCC. A