Mennonite Life, 2215 Millstream Road, Lancaster, will present a talk by author Karl Landis in the Mennonite Life Community Room on Thursday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m.

Landis, an Anabaptist pastor, sociologist, and theologian, will discuss his book "Inside Mennonite Life and Thought: Anabaptist Core Beliefs." In the book, Landis considers the Mennonite faith through six core beliefs that inform the practices of various Anabaptist communities. The book also acknowledges that diverse cultural settings affect how different groups live out these beliefs.

At the author talk, Landis will offer further insight into the book. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Attendees will also have a chance to purchase the book and have it signed.

The event is free, but registration is required. The presentation will also be livestreamed at http://www.facebook.com/mennonitelife.

For more information or to register, visit http://www.mennonitelife.org/events or call 717-393-9745.