Tales from the Mennonite Heritage Archives – Episode 76
Wedding photo of Adina and Johann Janzen (CA MHC PP-782-17)
Today, guest host Sara Dyck brings you the compelling life story of Adina Janzen, who survived the dark Soviet era in Russia. In 1934, her father was taken by Soviet authorities. They instantly lost the family breadwinner. At one point, a starving Adina turned to eating chalk! Her story is a heartrending yet hope-laden tale of living on three different continents and finding light in dark places.
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Podcast Series: Tales from the Mennonite Heritage Archives
Episode 76: Adina Janzen
Date: May 22, 2026
Host: Dan Dyck
Published by The Mennonite Heritage Archives