Not My Kind of Mennonite

Not My Kind of Mennonite is a powerful true story that explores the complex layers of Mexican Mennonite identity, generational trauma, and the unspoken struggles within traditional Mennonite culture. Set against the backdrop of Mennonite colonies in Mexico and Canada, this memoir challenges the idealized narrative often referred to as the “Pride of Mennonites” by shedding light on the diversity, silence, and resilience found within the community. Through personal experience, the book uncovers hidden truths about family, faith, and survival—offering a deeply human look at Mennonite history and the ways cultural expectations can both protect and harm. It’s a journey of reclaiming voice and identity beyond colony walls.