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Trunk or Treat 2023

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Join us for a family-friendly afternoon of activities! 

Saturday, October 21, 1pm-3pm

VIP access for children with special needs,12:15pm

Save the Date for our family-friendly Trunk or Treat! Kids enjoy an afternoon full of “trunk”-or-treating, snacks, crafts and, of course, lots of candy!  Pull out your costumes and prepare your trunks and join in this fun event! Invite your neighbor or anyone with small children to share fun and community with us!

Register for Attendance

 When registering, you will be given the option to sign up for one of the following 2 timeslots:

  • 12:15pm VIP access for children with special needs
  • 1pm-2pm
  • 2pm-3pm

By clicking Register above, you are acknowledging an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present and do so at your own discretion. 

Donate Candy

Candy Contribution

Wish you could participate, but can’t attend? Please consider donating candy to make this event an extra SWEET time.

Reserve Trunk Space

Creatively decorate your trunk for our community.

Sign-up to Serve

Interested in serving? 

Let us know if you would like to greet guests at the Welcome table, help with crafts, or be part of our parking/security crew. We are also accepting candy donations!

MBC Event Guidelines:

Social Distancing 

The Surgeon General and CDC strongly recommend that we keep social distancing (a 6’ buffer between people) during these times. 

 

Physical Contact

Please, as a general rule, avoid physical contact with others. While you may feel comfortable with some form of contact, other individuals may not. 

 

Check out last year’s recap if you missed it. Good times! ↑

Questions?

Rachel Rickershauser

Rachel Rickershauser

Director of Children's Ministries

Contact Rachel with any questions

Questions?

Rachel Rickershauser

Rachel Rickershauser

Director of Children's Ministries

Contact Rachel with any questions

The Fresh Wave Podcast

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A Fresh Look At Faith From A Teen Perspective

Hosted by Johnny Graves and Felicity Hentschel

Our NEW Youth podcast! For Youth, By Youth… And Johnny! We’re taking a fresh look at topics that students engage with on a day to day basis, shaping our viewpoint through the lens of the gospel. Come ride The Fresh Wave!

 

Isaiah 43:2 states: When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.

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Check back each week & let the spirit of the Lord wash over you.

Check out our YouTube channel featuring this & other relevant topics.

We want to hear from you!

Click here to submit your questions!

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Rise Up and Build – Ezra Nehemiah

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Ezra & Nehemiah: 9-17 – 11-19

Hope & Disappointment.

The books of Ezra and Nehemiah show that God has not forgotten his covenant people even though they had forgotten Him. The people are called to respond with repentance and return to the law in worship of the true and living God. Like them, our God is still in the restoration business today, through his son Jesus Christ, He is making all things new.  

What is the point? These books begin with hope, but end in disappointment. The spiritual state of the people are unchanged. The political and social reforms don’t address the core concerns of the heart. The book points us forward to the need for the new covenant which would renovate the human heart as prophesied by Jeremiah (ch 31) and Ezekiel (ch 36).  

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9/17 – Ezra 1-3: Introduction: The Return & Rebuilding begins.

9/24 – Ezra 4-6: Overcoming Opposition & Finishing the Work

10/1 – Ezra 7-10: Ezra’s journey of a life time to rebuild

10/8 – Neh 1: Intro. Nehemiah (What breaks your heart?)

10/15 – Neh 2: Prayer and Planning

10/22 – Neh 3-5: The Work of the Lord, the Sword & Trowel

10/29 – Neh 6: Success in  Adversity, Mission accomplished

11/5 – Neh 8: The People of the Book

11/12 – Neh 9:  The Power of Prayer (5 Dimensional Prayer)

11/19 – Neh 10-13: The Work of Renewal / Spiritual Restoration

11/26 – Thanksgiving

Resources: 

Background Notes on Ezra/Nehemiah –   Pastor Dave Hentschel

Characters in Ezra & Nehemiah – Pastor Dave Hentschel

General Chronology of the Exile and Post Exilic Period– Pastor Dave Hentschel

Previous Sermons in this Series

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September 12, 2023
Current Sermon Series, Rizeup 2023

Wednesdays in the Word

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A Series of Topical Devotionals on Unity

Hosted by Noah Graves

 This Summer Noah tackled the subject of Unity. As we look around our country we are so divided. Jesus desires we be unified in Him

 

John 12:20-21 states: “My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me.”

 

Come check out our YouTube channel featuring this and other relevant topics.

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Playlist – Psalms – August 13 – September 10

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A Study in Psalms:  Aug. 13 – Sep. 10

Music.

It is the language of the heart. Music offers expression to our hopeful longings and our deepest wounds. There is a reason write songs about heartbreak, grief, and joy. Music is powerful—it has the ability to shape our worldview and give voice to our emotions. In reality, no one song can tell the story of our whole lives. We need a compilation of songs—a soundtrack, a playlist. What is the soundtrack of your life? 

 

In the Bible, the book of Psalms is comprised of 150 songs. They were the playlist of the people of God. These songs shaped the emotions and worldview of their hearers. They offered words of praise, and words of lament. They offered shouts of joy, and frustrations at life. They connect us to our great God. Over the next five weeks we are going to look at five different types of Psalms: wisdom, hymn, confidence, confession, and thanksgiving. Each type of Psalm shows us a different dimension of life, and points to the Creator of our soul. Come sing with us! 

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8/13 – Series Introduction—WISDOM (Psalm 90) 

8/20: – HYMN (Psalm 98)

8/27: – CONFIDENCE (Psalm 23)

9/3 – CONFESSION (Psalm 51)

9/10 – THANKSGIVING (Psalm 34 or 150)

Recommended companion reading:

Previous Sermons in this Series

The Song of a Forgiven Life – Pastor Bob Erbig – Playlist – 9-3-23
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September 3, 2023
Pastor Bob Erbig continues our sermon series, Playlist, with his sermon entitled: "The Song of a Forgiven Life" based on Psalm 51.
Archived Sermon Series, Bob Erbig, playlist 2023

To Know Him – Pastor Peter Pendell – Playlist – 8-27-23
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August 27, 2023
Pastor Peter Pendell continues our sermon series, Playlist, with his sermon entitled: "To Know Him" based on Psalm 23.
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Sing with Joy – Pastor Johnny Graves – Playlist – 8-20-23
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August 20, 2023
Pastor Johnny Graves continues our sermon series, Playlist, with his sermon entitled "Sing with Joy" based on Psalm 98 with worship throughout.
Archived Sermon Series, Johnny Graves, playlist 2023

The Song of Wisdom – Pastor Bob Erbig – Playlist – 8-13-23
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August 13, 2023
Pastor Bob Erbig begins our new sermon series, Playlist, with his sermon entitled: "The Song of Wisdom" based on Psalm 50.
Archived Sermon Series, Bob Erbig, playlist 2023

Spiritual Warfare July 2 – August 6

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A Study in Ephesians 6:10-20: July 2 – August 6

WAR

This is something our world knows very well. Every day we heard about conflict overseas, in the culture of our country, and even in our own homes. Relationships are strained among family, friendships, and co-workers. Harsh words are common on our social media feeds. Here is the truth: we live in a world at war. Our world is fallen, broken and sinful. What is the Christian to do? 

 

This is where SPIRITUAL WARFARE comes in. Our battle is not against flesh and blood … it is spiritual. Too often we make people the enemy when it is the unseen enemy we must fight. The Apostle Paul knew this reality well. With that in mind, he wrote to the Ephesian Christians and exhorted them to STAND FIRM in the invisible war. Over the course of six weeks, we are going to examine this invisible, spiritual war and how to fight it. Paul offers specific tactics and weapons for every Christian. What are these weapons? How do we grow? That is what we will talk about during this series.  

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7/2 – Series Introduction — “The BELT of Truth” (Eph. 6:10-14a)

7/9 – “The BREASTPLATE of Righteousness” (Eph. 6:14b) 

7/16 – “The BOOTS of Peace” (Eph. 6:15)

7/23 – “The SHIELD of FAITH” (Eph. 6:5:16a) 

7/30 – “The HELMET of Salvation” (Eph. 6:17a)   

8/6 – “The SWORD of the Spirit” (Eph. 6:17b-20) 

Recommended companion reading:

Previous Sermons in this Series

The Helmet of Salvation – Noah Graves – SWAT – 7-30-23
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July 30, 2023
Noah Graves continues our sermon series, SWAT, with his sermon entitled: "The Helmet of Salvation" based on Ephesians 6:17.
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The Shield of Faith – Pastor Bob Erbig – SWAT – 7-23-23
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July 23, 2023
Pastor Bob Erbig continues our sermon series, SWAT, with his sermon entitled: "The Shield of Faith" based on Ephesians 6:16.
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Stand Firm – Chris Ottenstroer – SWAT – 7-16-23
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July 16, 2023
Chris Ottenstroer continues our sermon series, SWAT, with his sermon entitled: "Stand Firm" based on Ephesians 6:15.
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Prepare for Battle! – Pastor Bob Erbig – SWAT – 7-2-23
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July 2, 2023
Pastor Bob Erbig starts our new series, SWAT, with his sermon entitled: "Prepared for Battle!" based on Ephesians 6:10-14.
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Awana

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Wednesdays: Begins October 4th, 5:30-7pm (optional family meal at 5pm)

Awana is a world-wide nonprofit ministry focused on providing Bible-based discipleship and evangelism for kids of all ages. The name of the program is taken from Scripture found in 2 Timothy 2:15 “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed.” Activities include engaging large group sessions, small group time including Scripture memorization and Bible study, and fun games & activities. Join us for Awana this fall and watch your children flourish! 

We’re offering Awana for preschoolers (starting at age 3) through 6th graders.

7th graders and above can sign up to volunteer.

Please email Rachel and ask about the roles available and the application process.

Registration Fee Information:

  • 1st Clubber $50
    • 2nd Clubber + $45
      • 3rd Clubber + $40

Registration fee includes:

  • Administration Fee
  • Uniform
  • Workbook
  • Plus tons of fun!
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Registration is open. 

Please contact our Director of Administration, Liana Moore, for more information or if you have any questions.

Registration opening soon

Choose Joy April 16 – June 25

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A Study in Philippians: April 16 – June 25

A Joy that Endures

Philippians is a book about an enduring Christ-centered joy in all things. It’s about Christian unity through the path of Christian humility. It’s also about standing firm in the face of persecution and rejoicing in all circumstances. As background, Philippi was a Roman colony known for its affluence and patriotism. It was named after Philip of Macadon, father of Alexander the Great. Its citizens were citizens of Rome, dressed like Romans and spoke Latin. They prided themselves on this affiliation.

 

The church at Philippi was the first ancient Jesus community that the apostle Paul started in Europe (in Acts 16). Fast forward a few years later, and Paul was put in prison, this church sent him a gift and he intended to thank them. In so doing, he was able to, with proper perspective, see his trial as fitting into the sovereign plan of God which resulted in the expansion of the gospel of Jesus Christ. For Paul, his life was defined by the story of Jesus, his humiliation which preceded his exaltation. Therefore, whether Paul went on living, or whether he was called to die, Paul was also living out the story of Jesus, which involved suffering for the glory of God. This is why the book centers around the beautiful kenosis hymn or poem of Philippians chapter 2 (Phil 2:6-11), and this helps us to see how living as a Christian is a way of living out this pattern which Jesus set before us.

 

Because of our relationship with Christ, and knowing Him, we can have an enduring joy. Knowing Christ is what we want to pursue above all else (Ch 3), this is what offers us joy and the peace that passes understanding, and this is the secret of contentment (Ch 4), no matter our circumstances. Like them, we too, can learn to do all things through Christ who strengthens us.

Recommended companion reading:

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4/16 – Relational Joy Thankfulness & Prayer
4/23 –  Enduring Joy Paul’s imprisonment
4/30 – Citizens of Heaven Whether in life or death
5/7 – Jesus is Lord A call to humble sacrifice 
5/14 – Mother’s Day,
            Working out what God has been working in.
5/21 – A Model of Integrity
5/28 – Letting go of your inner Pharisee
6/4 – Pressing on Pursuing Christ
6/11 – Managing Anxiety God’s way Finding peace
6/18 – Father’s Day
6/25 – Learning Contentment, trusting Gods provision

4/16 – 1 Phil 1:1-11 Relational Joy Thankfulness & Prayer for the Philippians
4/23 – 2 Phil 1:12-26 Enduring Joy Paul’s imprisonment is for the greater good
4/30 – 3 Phil 1:27-2:4 Citizens of Heaven Whether in life or death, Christ is magnified
5/7 – 4 Phil 2:5-11 Jesus is Lord A call to humble sacrifice 
5/14 – 5 Phil 2:12-18 Cooperating with God Working out what God has been working in / conquering complaining Bob And Amanda Mother’s Day
5/21 – 6 Phil 2:19-30 A Model of Integrity Epaphroditis and Timothy
5/28 – 7 Phil 3:1-11 Letting go of your inner Pharisee Rejoicing in the true gospel
6/4 – 8 Phil 3:12-21 Pressing on Pursuing Christ
6/11 – 9 Phil 4:1-10 Managing Anxiety God’s way Finding peace, joy and right thinking
6/18 – 10 bob Father’s Day
6/25 – 10 Phil 4:11-23 Learning Contentment and trusting God’s provision Trusting God’s Provision, thanksgiving, contentment clint

Previous Sermons in this Series

The Joy of Missional Generosity – Clint Watkins – Choose Joy – 6-25-23
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June 25, 2023
Clint Watkins finishes our sermon series, Choose Joy, with his sermon entitled: "The Joy of Missional Generosity" based on Philippians 4:10-23.
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The 489 Father – Pastor Bob Erbig – Choose Joy – 6-18-23
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June 18, 2023
Pastor Bob Erbig continues our sermon series, Choose Joy, with his Father's Day sermon entitled: "The 489 Father" based on Philippians 4:8-9.
Archived Sermon Series, Bob Erbig, Joy2023

Peace of God – Rob Mittuch – Choose Joy – 6-11-23