With Grace and Grit

Life stories of John G. Landis and Eileen M. (Hart) Landis, in their own words captured through interviews and conversation. 150+ photos. Inspired by their Mennonite faith, Eileen and John committed their lives to leadership and service in Central Pennsylvania and beyond.



Based on in-person interviews, John G. Landis and Eileen M. (Hart) Landis, tell stories and share photos, recipes, and anecdotes from their lives of Christian service and caring inspired by their Mennonite faith. Follow their journey in farming, family life, and church leadership as they return again and again to the question of what it means to love God and love people.



If you enjoy life story, memoir, and autobiography, this book is for you. If you enjoy reading about how everyday people can do extraordinary things, this book is for you.



You will find themes of desire and commitment, hard work, perseverance, faith, leadership, family life, and lifelong learning. Every life story is a gift.