Mexican Mennonites combat fears of violence with a new Christmas tradition

Did you know that communities of Mennonites have been living in Mexico for over 100 years? That there is a Mennonite Museum in Cuauhtémoc, Chihuahua!

"There are roughly 100,000 Mennonites in Mexico, descendants of Canadians who emigrated to Mexico almost a century ago, after World War I. ... Most still speak a Dutch-like language called Low German and maintain the traditional dress of head coverings and long dresses for women and overalls for men."

Mexican Mennonites combat fears of violence with a new Christmas tradition: Chronic violence was dampening the holiday spirit in Chihuahua, Mexico. So the Mennonite community planned a 'Parade of Lights' and holiday party where neighbors could celebrate safely even at night.