First Choice

First Choice Women’s Resource Centers | Founded in 1985, First Choice Women’s Resource Centers’ mission is to protect the unborn by empowering women. The 9,000 women, babies and students who come to us each year come to our centers in Jersey City, Montclair, Morristown, Newark and Plainfield, or participate in our Real Talk sexual risk avoidance presentations in their public high school. With an estimated 13,100 abortions performed each year in our service area, we are called to rescue babies and serve their moms with care and compassion.

Some of the many services First Choice provides include pregnancy tests and individual peer counseling, ultrasound exams to medically confirm pregnancy, screening for sexually transmitted diseases, post-abortion counseling and the Earn While You Learn parenting program. The love, grace and truth of the gospel is shared with our clients as the Lord provides the opportunity.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities at First Choice, please visit www.1stChoiceFriends.org or call 973.538.0967.

RETURN BOTTLES BY FEBRUARY 23rd!

Your spare change can save a life!

We’re trying to save 125 babies through our Baby Bottle Boomerang. Will you help?

Through 5 locations, First Choice provides services that protect the unborn by empowering women. Over 9,000 women, babies and students are served each year, some in their local school through the Real Talk sexual risk avoidance program and others by coming to First Choice centers in Jersey City, Montclair, Morristown, Newark and New Brunswick.

Our ability to provide high-quality, personal care such as one-on-one counseling, medical services, and practical support at no cost is because of you! We receive no government funding.

Your gift today will provide ultrasounds, one-on-one counseling and practical support to women who are considering abortion in New Jersey.

Your donation is tax-deductible. Thank you for helping to save a life today!

For an ONLINE DONATION click www.firstchoicebottles.com .

Market Street

Our next Meal Service is
February 19-23

You’re Invited!

Market Street Mission Life Change Program Summer Graduation

Sunday, July 31, 6pm, on the Morristown Green

Join us for an evening of fellowship as we celebrate the men who will be gradating from our addiction recovery program and hear the testimonies of how their lives have been changed through the healing power Christ.

Serve with the Mission | Market Street Mission (MSM) ministers to the homeless, helpless, and hopeless in northern NJ by meeting their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs through a structured program which enables them to lead responsible, productive lives. MSM provides food, shelter, clothing and other necessities, and meets emotional and spiritual needs with guidance and life change programs.

Volunteers from MBC help with meal service on a monthly basis (5 dinner meals) and Thrift Store merchandising and assistance.

For directions to the mission and to read more about what you can expect when serving, click on the Frequently Asked Questions button below.

MBC Volunteer Coordinator: MBC Office

MSM proudly presents their Spring 2024 testimonies:

MSM proudly presents their Spring 2022 graduation testimonies:

Eyeglasses Needed at Market Street Mission

Many men who come to the Mission for help have poor eyesight. We are collecting and recycling glasses in an effort to help the men in our recovery program with vision loss. If you no longer need your used glasses, please consider donating them to the Market Street Mission. By donating them you can give a gift of vision to someone in need. You can drop off your used glasses at the front desk of the Mission located at 9 Market Street in Morristown, ship them to MSM or call to arrange for a pick up. Contact Nancy Motley at 973-538-6337.

Dates to serve in 2024:

February 19-23

March 18-22

April 15-19

May 20-24

June 17-24

July 15-19

August 19-23

Sept 16-20

October 21-25

November 18-22

December 16-20
Contact the MBC Volunteer Coordinator: Jim Flood.

World Partners

The next World Partner Ministry Update presentation will be on

July 29, 9am
in the Fellowship Hall.

World Partners | Contact the Missions Team, if you are interested in learning about any of the World Partners.

Michael & Debbie Bannon

After having served with World Venture in Vilnius, Lithuania in evangelism, church planting, and leadership training for 15 years have moved to a new ministry in Ireland. The team in Galway has asked them to help them in leadership development with a church that is about 10 years old. Their work at Galway is with the WorldVenture team in a co-pastoral capacity as well as discipleship, friendship evangelism, men’s and women’s ministries, and assisting in other aspects of church ministry. Their desire is to see Galway City Baptist Church grow, to someday have its own facility, to see born again believers take on more and more responsibilities at the church and to reach out to the community beyond. Find out more about the Bannons.

Bo & Michele Columbine

Bo and Michele Columbine minister to African families in predominately Muslim Senegal. Bo, who is a mechanic, welder and machinist, serves men through teaching them these vocational skills. Michele ministers to the wives and children so they can reach whole families for God’s glory. Upon their return to Senegal (July, 2013) Bo will be opening a vocational trade school in partnership with a Senegalese Christian business man. This man is an owner of an auto repair shop and will be supplying the class room for the school as well as practical experience within his shop for the students. An essential part of the training will be Bible lessons. These Bible lessons, as well as discipleship are what will make a difference in these young men. Christian business ethics using the Bible will also be incorporated. Bo desires to train young entrepreneurs and small business owners. In a country that has a 48% unemployment rate it is necessary to make job makers and not job seekers. Find out more about the Columbines.

Maceo and Rosalie Hemmingway

Serving in Newark through Calvary Bible Chapel, The Hemmingways offer counseling, help with addiction problems, and assist with those dealing with single-parent homes and unemployment. They also look for opportunities to present the gospel through Bible studies, retreats, support groups, tutoring, and street evangelism.

Kevin & Kaori Laverman

Kevin and Kaori Laverman (WorldVenture) minister in Kawasaki, Japan, where Christians make up 0.6 percent of the population. The church they help lead, Denen Grace Chapel, reaches out to its community and to returnees, Japanese people who became Christians a broad. Find out more about the Lavermans

Mark and Karen Marchak

For over a decade Mark established and facilitated a team of church planters and other urban workers in Metropolitan New York City. Beginning in 1990 he also gave leadership to the Mission’s urban ministries throughout the Eastern United States. Currently Mark is the National Director of City Church Movements (formerly Urban Ministries) for Missions Door. While based in New York, he facilitates a shared vision of city and multicultural ministries throughout the United States and in Montreal, Canada, concentrating on church planting and leadership development.

Rob and Tammy Mittuch with children Ellie, Trey, and MacKenzie

Serving with Cru in the NJ, PA, and MD areas. Rob oversees the Cru Staff on the many college campuses in the tri-state area where Cru has a campus ministry. Tammy assists as a Resource Allocation Coordinator.

Diana Muenzenberger

Diana is a middle school teacher to missionary kids at Faith Academy in the Philippines. She first served at Faith Academy in 1995 on a missions trip. Diana takes great joy in developing relationships with her students while watching them thrive academically. Find out more about Faith Academy.

Mark and Kathy Schaaf

Mark is partnering with World Venture to serve as an international training officer for Walk Thru the Bible International (WTB)focusing on international training, strategic alliances with other ministries, and exploring the implications of oral learning with WTB. Kathy works with the international refugee community in Clarkston, Georgia. The community, located outside of Atlanta, is made up of some 60,000 refugees from 145 countries and 761 ethnic groups.Find out more about the Schaafs.

Bern and Patty Schraut

Bern and Patty live in Austria with their two adult sons. Bern is Deputy Technical Director for Trans World Radio (TWR) in Austria. TWR has been changing their technologies to include internet and smart phones as well as AM, shortwave and satellite radio so they could better cross geographic borders – Europe, North Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. The core content, the message of the gospel, has been repackaged in different lengths and languages and readied for multiple technologies. Their communication platform has changed from radio-program centered to content centered and will allow them to adjust quickly to new technologies in the future. Their vision required a change in the technical backbone of TWR as well as the change in programming. Bern has been working with volunteer project teams where the management of the project is based on biblical principles. Bern is an elder at a German-speaking Baptist church in Vienna where Patty is involved in their music program

Keith & Beverly Sellers

Keith and Beverly serve in Hungary. Their main work has been to learn the challenging Hungarian language and discover ways they can become involved in evangelism and church planting. They have enjoyed teaching a Bible Club as an outreach of a small church plant in their community. They also served twice a month at a church in a small town south of Budapest. Keith regularly preached in Hungarian, and together as a family they encouraged the believers in this small church. They have 3 children – Rachel, Kimberly and Joel.

Joe Violi

Joe Violi (The Navigators) recently moved from Rutgers University in NJ, where he served for many years, to Penn State University. He is excited about being part of a staff team reaching out to large and diverse student body. The Navigators emphasizes discipleship, helping students know Christ and make Him known. Find out more about Joe.

Tom and Alicia Voster With Sons Mason and Camryn

Serving with World Team in Cambodia the Voster’s mission is evangelism and church planting. They arrived in Cambodia in December 2017 and are adjusting to the culture and are in language study.

Clint and Jillian Watkins

Clint and Jillian serve with DiscipleMakers. The Watkins connect with college students through weekly Bible studies and other outreach events during the school year. Clint and Jillian have served on the campus of Gettysburg College since 2013. Now they’ve been called to transition their ministry to the Lancaster, PA area later this year. Find out more about the Watkins.

John and Stella White

John White went to Donetsk, Ukraine in 2000 to learn the Russian language. In 2002, he applied to Donetsk Christian University to work in the Public Relations Department and teach. There he met Stella, a Ukranian national working in that department. They married in 2008 and in 2012, their son Edward was born. John teaches courses in the area of mission, including Introduction to Missiology, Contextualization, History of Mission, and World Religions and Cults. In 2010, John started a part-time Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies at Biola University and is currently writing his dissertation. He and Stella now teach at Kiev Theological Seminary. John is also on the board of the Euro-Asian Accrediting Association, which oversees Evangelical higher education in the former Soviet Union. Stella continues working at KTS teaching English. John’s home church is Millington Baptist Church.

Senegal

Please Pray for our upcoming trip

Our next Mission Trip to Senegal, West Africa:

Oct 31 to Nov 10 2024

See below for more details.

Passion for the Mission, locally & Globally.

Our missions are intended to motivate one another towards love and good deeds so that it may encourage Renewal, Growth, Connection & Action within community and the world around us.

May 5-13, Senegal, West Africa

We’re pleased to announce our 16th short-term missions trip to our partner village Langomack, where the Christians there look forward to our visits. They pray for us and appreciate that we come and join their lives for a week.

On this trip we will be:

visiting people
renewing friendships
helping with a “Kids Club.
working on school library
water projects.
join the Christians in the village
visit and pray for their neighbors.

We will be staying in the city of Thies, in a nice dormitory in the large church. A
van will take us back and forth to the village each day. We will spend time in the
capital city Dakar, and visit with some of our World Partners.

The cost is $1800. We hope for a nice mix of “veterans” and “first-timers.” If you’d like to consider joining this trip, contact the church office or Paul Wilford (paul.wilford@nokia-bell-labs.com).

Questions?

Jim Romaine

Missions Chair

Contact Jim with any questions

Stephen Ministry

Our next training will take place:
TBD

Build a Team of Lay Caregivers to Transform Lives in Your Congregation

Imagine how much ministry could happen if your congregation had a team of well-trained lay caregivers equipped to provide one-on-one Christian care to people who need it.

Ever thought about becoming a Stephen Minister? Stephen Ministers work alongside pastors to care, encourage, and provide emotional and spiritual support for people going through difficult times such as divorce, grief, hospitalization, unemployment, terminal illness, relocation, chronic illness, or loneliness. If you have gifts for caring, encouragement, and listening, please prayerfully consider being a part of this exciting ministry. Our next training will take place in January of 2024.

Questions about cost, time commitment, or something else? Interested in taking the next step and attending our next workshop?

Contact Stephen Ministry Team

Meet The Team: Pastor Dave Hentschel, Jim Romaine, Bruce Corke, Drew Huber, Cecil Ruth, Carol Lynn, Christine Wenslau, Michelle Klemme, Carrie Isler, Izzy Siegel, Judy Torgimsen, Yvonne Lai, Not seen: KaWing Kam and Grace Kam

Register now

If you regularly attend MBC register here.

What is Stephen Ministry?

Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way will fulfill the law of Christ (Gal 6:2, NRSV).

In Stephen Ministry congregations, lay caregivers (called Stephen Ministers) provide one-to-one Christian care to those in need of care. These may include people who are bereaved, hospitalized, terminally ill, separated, divorced, unemployed, relocated, facing a crisis, or just experiencing difficult times. Stephen Ministry helps pastors and congregations provide quality caring ministry for as long as people need it. For more information on Stephen Ministry.

Source: Stephen Ministries

Who can be a care receiver?

Care Receivers are people going through tough times who are being cared for by Stephen Ministers. Care receivers are people—congregation members and others in the community—who receive care from a Stephen Minister. These are people struggling through a difficult time in life—experiencing grief, divorce, job loss, chronic or terminal illness, or some other life crisis. Some important guidelines for this caring relationship protect both the care receiver and the Stephen Minister: The relationship between a care receiver and a Stephen Minister is confidential. Men are matched with men; women with women. When a care receiver’s needs exceed what a Stephen Minister can provide, the Stephen Ministry team makes a referral to an appropriate mental health professional or other community resource.

Are you interested in becoming a Stephen Minister?

Apply now – Return this form to Carrie Isler

Questions?

Bruce Corke

Stephen Leader

Contact Bruce with any questions

Questions?

Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastor: Preaching, Spiritual Formation & Care

Contact Dave with any questions

Care

CARE Initiatives

Caring for each other | We are privileged to love one another. It is in this spirit that we have formed the Care Leadership Team (CLT). The goal of the CLT is to learn the needs of our congregation and coordinate assistance. To do this, we will draw upon the natural strengths of our church family to develop a network of caregivers. As a caregiver, people will have the option to serve when a need arises. We are seeking volunteers in the following areas:

Encouragement Ministries

Encouragement Ministry (i.e. Cards, Prayer, Visitation)

Support and comfort is given through a handwritten note, a prayer, a gift card or a personal visit. Have a desire to share God’s heart, a gift for words of encouragement, or enjoy visiting people? If so, lift others up by serving in this ministry.

Cards – Send cards to those going through a difficult situation, experiencing a health issue or celebrating a life event.
Prayer – Come alongside your fellow congregants in prayer to strengthen, equip and encourage them in life’s journey.
Visitation – Visit those who are ill, homebound, elderly or in need of a listening ear and make a personal connection with another member of our church family.
The Encouragement Fund – Provide a little extra support or uplift one’s spirit through gift cards. Support this ministry financially when a collection is taken during a Sunday service.

Household Ministries

Household Ministry (i.e. House Work, Yard Work, Household Repairs, Packing & Moving)

Practical help, such as housework, maintenance and yard work, is provided for those experiencing short-term or chronic difficult circumstances. Do you like lending a hand around the house? If so, provide some extra support by joining this ministry.

Light Housework – Provide an extra hand for light housework, such as cleaning, laundry, reorganizing, etc.
Light Yard Work – Provide an extra hand for light yard work, such as lawn mowing, bush trimming, leaf pickup, etc.
Household Repairs – Provide minor household maintenance or repairs, such as painting, repairs, etc.
Moving – Provide assistance during the moving process.
- Packing – Provide extra hands to pack or unpack during the moving process.
- Loading – Provide strong hands and backs to help with loading boxes and furniture.

Family Support Ministries

Family Support Ministry (i.e. Childcare, Tutoring, Mentoring, School Pick-up/Drop-off)

Provide support to families in need in areas such as childcare, tutoring, driving, or parenting support. Do you have a passion for our children and their families? If so, encourage families in our congregation by serving in this ministry.

Childcare – Provide a respite for parents in need by taking care of their children for an afternoon, evening, etc.
Tutoring – Provide some extra help with a child’s schoolwork.
Mentoring – Provide support by mentoring a child.
Driving Support – Provide rides for the family members, including transportation to school, sporting events, doctors, etc.

Transportation Ministries

Transportation Ministry (i.e. Rides to doctors, stores, appointments, etc.)

Transportation is provided to those who cannot drive themselves, for example to and from work/school, doctor’s offices, shopping centers, and other appointments. Are you willing to drive once a week/month or as a need arises? If so, then consider serving in this ministry. [top]

Hospitality Ministry

Hospitality is shown through provisions of meals or just having coffee with someone in our church family, Do you enjoy interacting and getting to know others? If so, reach out to the congregation by serving in this ministry.

Meals Ministry – Provide hot or frozen meals to those experiencing immediate need. That could be for someone coming home from the hospital, a family with a new baby or someone in the midst of short-term difficult circumstances. Do you enjoy cooking? If so, bless others with your talent by serving in this ministry.
- Hot Meals – Make and deliver homemade hot meals to those in need, such as new moms, individuals in crisis, etc.
- Shepherd’s Freezer – Make or purchase meals to be frozen and made available as needed.
Hosting – Provide congregants with a connection to our church family such as having a meal together, meeting for coffee, serving together, or inviting them to join a small group.

Hospitality Ministries

Hospitality Ministry (i.e. Hot Meals, Shepherd’s Freezer, Hosting)

Meals Ministry – Provide hot or frozen meals to those experiencing immediate need. That could be for someone coming home from the hospital, a family with a new baby or someone in the midst of short-term difficult circumstances. Do you enjoy cooking? If so, bless others with your talent by serving in this ministry.
- Hot Meals – Make and deliver homemade hot meals to those in need, such as new moms, individuals in crisis, etc.
- Shepherd’s Freezer – Make or purchase meals to be frozen and made available as needed. Download the recipe book for meal instructions and ideas or click here for ministry details.
Hosting – Provide congregants with a connection to our church family such as having a meal together, meeting for coffee, serving together, or inviting them to join a small group.

Our ministry is intended to encourage Renewal, Growth, Connection & Action within community.

Please let us know which of the ministries match your gifts by filling out the form below. Further questions can be addressed by emailing us at CARE Leadership Team. We look forward to serving with you!

Caregiver Response Form

Click HERE for the caregiver volunteer response card.

Questions or need help?

Craig McLaughlin

CARE Ministry Coordinators

Questions or need help?

Craig McLaughlin

CARE Ministry Coordinators

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Shepherd’s Freezer

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Hot Meals Ministry

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Next Senior Luncheon is on November 21, 12pm to 2pm

See you in the fall 2025!!

MBC Senior Luncheon provides a time of food, fun and fellowship to seniors within our church and neighboring communities once a month.

MBC Senior ministry will be welcoming special guest speaker Roy Garms.

Bring your favorite salad, casserole, dessert or bread to share.

For more information, call the church office at 908-647-0594.

EVERY SENIOR IS WELCOME!! Even if you do not receive your monthly reminder post card.

Would you like to serve at the Seniors Luncheon? Check out these serving opportunities by clicking the link below:

NEW: MBC is offering a Faith and Fitness Class designed specifically for Seniors!

Contact Ruth Prothero for details (rmprothero@gmail.com)

2024 Dates

October 20

November 17

December 15

Women

Our Mission: For women in all seasons of life to grow together in Christ by being rooted in God’s Word through Bible Study, to encourage and support one another through fellowship and prayer and reflect the light of Jesus in our homes, workplaces and surrounding communities.

Please join us (and bring a friend!) to the Women of MBC’s Christmas Celebration. We’ll start the morning with a potluck breakfast (bring your favorite dish to share!) and enjoy a sweet time of fellowship, worship, and a devotional to help prepare our hearts this Advent season as we get ready to celebrate God’s beautiful gift in Jesus.

When: Saturday, December 6th
Time: 9:15am – 11:00am
Where: YFMB

CHILDCARE WILL BE PROVIDED

Oh, taste and see that the lord is good!
(Psalm 34:8a (ESV)

Please join us for our Fall/Winter 2025/26 Bible Study and Sermon Series which are listed below:

God of Covenant – A Study of Genesis 12-50:
Study Book – $20.00:
Please join us for a 20-week study on the Book of Genesis Chapters 12-50 “God of Covenant” by Jen Wilkin. Begins September 9, 2025.

Whether you are new at studying the Bible or you have been doing it for years, all are welcome!

Weekly meeting times to choose from:
Tuesday 9:45am – 11:45am YFMB (Childcare is provided)
Tuesday 7:00pm – 8:30pm YFMB Room 201
Wednesday 7:00pm – 8:30pm Fellowship Hall (Lower Level – Sanctuary Building)

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in the LORD and to form lasting friendships with other women as we seek Him together through His Word.

Sermon Series Discussion Group:

Please join us for our Sermon Series Discussion Group as we dive deeper each week into Sunday’s sermon through conversation, Scripture, and shared reflection.

Tuesday morning YFMB 9:45am – 11:45am (Childcare Provided) Begins September 9, 2025.

Click HERE to Join our MBC Women’s Ministry FaceBook Group

Questions?

Kim McCarthy

Women's Ministy Coordinator

Contact Kim with any questions

Krisana Ukritnukun

Women's Ministry Assistant Coordinator

Contact Krisana with any questions

A Study on the Gospel of Mark (Precept Study):

Study Book – $23.00:

Wednesday evening 7pm – 9pm – begins January 15th – May 21st

Please Register HERE

Sunday Adult Education & Prayer Room

Starting Sunday, September 15th

Sundays, AM

9:00am - 10:30am - YFMB 204

Adult Education Class: Please join us for coffee, fellowship, prayer support and discussion as we move through a book in the Bible verse by verse. All are welcome, whether you have been studying the bible for many years or you have just started on your journey in the Word.

Leader: Kerri Mullins

Questions?

Contact Kerri Mullins (kerri.mullins@donjon.com)

Every Sunday

Sundays, AM

8:00am - 8:45am - YFMB 202

Topic: To all the Women of MBC, please set your alarm clocks for an early Sunday morning wake-up and join your sisters in Christ as we gather together to pray. We pray for our church, for each other, for family, for friends, and whatever other needs God puts on our hearts to pray for. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 “Pray without ceasing,”

Leader: Deb Luedecker

Questions?

Contact Deb Luedecker (debjimluedecker@gmail.com)

Sundays, AM

NEW: MBC is offering a Faith and Fitness Class designed specifically for Seniors!

Contact Ruth Prothero for details (rmprothero@gmail.com)

Fridays 6:30pm – 8pm YFMB Room 201 Begins Jan 19th:

Topic: Learn study skills to go deeper into God’s word as you study the Book of Colossians, Precept Upon Precept, by Precept Ministries. We will be studying what it means to be “complete in Christ”. Is Christ your “all in all” – does He meet all your needs? Don’t let anyone delude you with man-made philosophies or traditions that contradict the Word of God.

Leader: Sharon Williams and Barb Smith

Tuesdays 8pm- 9pm – Zoom/Online Resumes January 23rd:

Partner with us during this season of motherhood on Zoom. Tuesday, 8pm – 9pm.
Reach out to Krisana Ukritnukun via email for the Zoom link.

Topic: MBC “Risen Motherhood” Podcast Group is an online community that gathers weekly to reflect on the gospel-hope for moms with young children. Each podcast is about 20 minutes long and brings gospel truths to everyday topics of motherhood. .

“You might think that Scripture doesn’t have much to say about the food you make for breakfast, how you view your postpartum body, or what school choice you make for your children, but a deeper look reveals that the Bible provides the framework for finding answers to your specific questions about modern motherhood.” – Risen Motherhood

Leaders: Krisana Ukritnukun and Rachel Rickershauser8

Sundays 9am – 10:30am YFMB Room 201 Resumes January 7th:

Topic: Continuing verse by verse study/discussion on the Gospel of John.

We are continuing our study on the book of John, but also enjoy making connections and praying for one another.

Leaders: Jenn Dowden and Kim McLaughlin

Women's Christmas Cafe

Women’s Christmas Cafe

Come and join us for a relaxing Christmas celebration with music, food and friends! Dress fancy (if you would like), bring an appetizer or dessert to share as we mingle in the newly renovated Fellowship Hall.

Take a little time for yourself to pause and fill up your bucket before we pour them out to the ones we love this Christmas.

Invite your mother, neighbors, high school teens, old friends and new. Whoever the Lord is bringing to mind, we would love to have them. If you have any questions contact Jenn Dowden .

Women | Together we strive to connect the women of MBC to become empowered & equipped disciples of Christ. We hope to take part in each other’s life stories and God’s greater narrative. We aspire to broaden and deepen our understanding of God through His Word, Holy Spirit and each other; share in struggles and joys; renew and connect in our communities, families and workplaces.

For more information about events and activities for women, please contact Women’s Ministry Coordinator, Kim McCarthy, at (womensministries@millingtonbaptist.org).

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Women | Together we strive to connect the women of MBC to become Empowered Disciples of Christ. We hope to take part in each other’s life stories and God’s greater narrative. We aspire to broaden and deepen our understanding of God and each other; share in struggles and joys; renew and connect in our communities, families and workplaces.

Tuesdays: 9:30am 
Morning Break: Bible Study

Tuesdays: 6:45pm 
Evening Edition: Book Club/Bible Study

Our events are intended to encourage Renewal, Growth, Connection & Action within community.

We embrace women from all backgrounds and walks of life to join together in care, growth, love, & faith.

The Women’s Ministry provides opportunities for women from MBC and the surrounding community to connect, grow in their faith, discover ways to partner in ministry, and give back to others.

Are you looking for a place to connect with other women while discovering God’s Word together? Bible studies meet on Tuesday morning and evening in our Youth & Family Ministry Building on campus. We also host various events for women throughout the year. We are passionate about helping women build relationships with God and each other. For more information about MBC’s Women’s Ministry email: Women’s Ministry.

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Updates & Connection Opportunities

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Christmas Eve 2025

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Men’s Breakfast, December 13

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Womens Christmas Event 2025

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City Relief Packing Party 2025

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Below are the group studies we are currently offering.

Tuesdays 7pm-8:30pm – YFMB Room 201 & Zoom Begins February 20th:

Topic: “Job – A Story of Unlikely Joy” by Lisa Harper.

Joy is the constant companion of the woman who trusts in the Lord. And while you can find it in friends, family, and circumstances, unfailing, persistent joy will only ever overflow from your relationship with Jesus. Just ask Job, the man from Uz who clung to God’s goodness while all his worldly joys were stripped away. But how is it possible to hold onto such joy in times of sorrow? In this 7-session study, discover the redemptive facet of Job’s suffering. Learn to view pain as a way to strengthen your faith, point others to the gospel, and trust in the Lord. Because His providence will never take you to a place where His grace will not sustain you.

Leaders: Irm Smith and Gail Loehr

Men

The next Men’s Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall Cafe:
December 13th, 7:30am – 9:30am.

Men’s Ministry at MBC desires to fulfill the Great Commission by encouraging men to a life of true joy and purpose seeking the Lord and, in response, seeking deep relationships with fellow brothers in the Lord to serve others and to be served and encouraged. Men’s Ministry provides various opportunities for men from MBC and the surrounding community to connect, grow in their faith, discover ways to partner in ministry, and give back to others. Are you looking for a place to connect with other men while discovering God’s Word together?

Men's Group Opportunities

Band of Brothers (High School Boys)

Band of Brother’s seeks to cultivate a Biblical Worldview. Bear one another’s burdens. Confess sins to one another. Adopt a Biblical view of masculinity. Establish biblical character. Till soil where seed can be planted, watered and bear fruit. Establish ourselves in the ways of the Lord.

Want to learn more? Check out the Band of Brother’s webpage HERE

Questions? Contact Tim Youtkus (tim@millingtonbaptist.org)

Men's Prayer Room

Calling all prayer warriors. “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18).

Want to learn more? Check out the prayer room page HERE

Questions? Contact Jim Ludecker (debjimluedecker@gmail.com)

Men's Radical Mentoring

The Radical Mentoring Ministry at Millington Baptist Church offers you the opportunity to strengthen your faith, build lasting friendships, and experience transformative growth. Don’t miss out on this incredible journey—join us today and take the first step towards a more profound spiritual life.

Want to learn more? Check out the Radical Mentoring Page HERE

Questions? Contact Bruce Corke (bckccorke@yahoo.com)

Williams Saturday Morning Small Group

Meets weekly on Saturday mornings in Watchung.

Questions? Contact Ed Williams (sawbones16jr@protonmail.com)

Sunday Morning Adult Education

This class meets weekly (September through June) on Sunday’s in the YFMB room 202 at 9am.

Want to learn more? Check out the Adult Education page HERE

Leader: Paul Achenbach

Men's Small Group (18-30s)

Topic: To create a space where young men can grow together, find mentorship, and establish a firm foundation of faith. This gathering will include a shared meal, bible teaching and discussion, prayer, testimonies, and an occasional book study.

Leader: James Rickershauser & Caleb Moore

Location: Youth and Family Ministry Building

Time: Meets on the first and third Saturday of the month from 7:30am to 9am beginning September 20th

Questions? Contact James Rickershauser (jrickershauser7@gmail.com) or Caleb Moore (calebmm87@gmail.com) for more information.

James Rickershauser What’sApp Contact information: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LLea9YeCOJ5J4gNCx5nqhe?mode=ems_share_t

WhatsApp number: 201-953-4327

Men's "Power Hour"

Leader: Jim Luedecker

Location: YFMB Room 202

Meeting Times: Saturday Mornings 7:00am to 8:30am

Description: Power Hour meets Saturday mornings from 7:00-8:30. It is a group of men seeking to know God better by concentrating on how He speaks to us through Scripture. After an opening prayer, we look at a portion of scripture directly, or use a topical book based on scripture, seeking not only knowledge, but wisdom: wisdom being the application of knowledge learned. But it is more, for it is a place where a man can share personal concerns, seeking help and guidance, knowing that everything discussed will be kept in strictest confidence by the group. We end with a time for prayer, as the Spirit moves us each to do so.

Contact Jim Luedecker (debjimluedecker@gmail.com) with any questions.

Men's Events

The Men’s Ministry offers several large group breakfasts throughout the year and will be kicking off service projects beginning this fall. Additionally, throughout the year, the men plan activity nights and family baseball game outings at the Somerset Patriots’ ballpark in Bridgewater.

When: Saturday March 15th

Time: 8:00am – 9:30am

Where: Fellowship Hall

What: We invite all men and their sons to join us for a time of comraderie over breakfast at Fellowship Hall. We will have the incredible opportunity to hear the testimony of God’s power at work in the life our our brother Chris Acker. In addition, we will have a time of worship and focused prayer. No registration is required. We will also have an opportunity to support the Teens’ summer mission trip to North Carolina through a bake sale by some of the teen guys at the breakfast. So spread the word and invite a friend!

The Men’s Ministry

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” Proverbs 27:17

Limited tickets available! This event is open to everyone, not just the men. Click here to purchase your tickets. ($12/each)

Saturday, December 9, 8:00am – 9:30am, Fellowship Hall

The Men’s Ministry is calling all MBC men and their sons to join us on Saturday, March 9^th at 8:00am in Fellowship Hall for a time of fellowship, worship, and encouragement at our next Men’s Ministry breakfast.

It has been said that two of the greatest proofs for the truth of Scripture and Christianity are the number of fulfilled prophecies we see in Scripture and the power of God to change lives. At our upcoming breakfast we will have the opportunity to hear from two of our brothers in the Lord and witness how God pursued them and restored them into a relationship with Jesus Christ. Our brother Amit Nihilani will be sharing the testimony of God’s grace and mercy in their lives.

Your presence will also be an encouragement to the men from Market Street Mission who will also be joining us for this breakfast.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday March 9^th.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact:

All men including fathers and their sons are invited to join this event!

For more information, please contact Pete Lima or calling the church office at 908-647-0594.

Stand Courageous, March 23

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13

BRING YOUR SONS, FATHER, BATTLE BUDDY, AND THE YOUNG MEN IN YOUR COMMUNITIES.
WE MUST NOT DO LIFE ALONE. WE ARE EXCITED TO SEE YOU THERE!

LOCATION		Liquid Church – Parsippany \| 299 Webro Road \| Parsippany, NJ 07054
DOORS OPEN		Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7:00 AM ET Breakfast, Event Check-in, Onsite Registration
EVENT BEGINS		8:00 AM ET
EVENT TIMEFRAME		8:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET

Transportation to and from the event will be provided by MBC.

Call 1-800-225-4008 and mention Millington Baptist Church to get the group discount rate:

Group Discount Rate: Groups of 10+ can call to register for a special discounted rate of $49 per person.
First Responders & Active-Duty Military register free with scholarship. ID Verification Required.
Children under 15 can register for a $29 discounted registration.
Students can register for a $29 discounted registration. ID Verification Required.

Call 1-800-225-4008 Mondays through Fridays between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM ET.

What is Stand Courageous?

Where can men, husbands, and fathers find a model of manhood, leadership, and strength in a culture of gender confusion? We need men to be men, tough with compassionate strength, bent toward justice without compromise, locking arms and standing. We need to be the men God created us to be; warriors for all that is right, true, and just.

Stand Courageous is a ministry that seeks to help men develop a strong biblical character, cultivate positive habits, build and rebuild relationships, and make commitments that will move men closer to God’s good purpose and design – men who will Stand Courageous!

We invite you to join us at a Stand Courageous Men’s Conference to discuss critical aspects of masculinity. These conferences are led by men who struggle with the same issues you do, and will invest in unpacking our role as a defender, provider, instructor, and battle buddy so that we can have the generational influence as a “chaplain” inside and outside the home.

Questions?

Contact Men's Ministry

mensministry@millingtonbaptist.org

Contact Men's Ministry with any questions

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Adults

Sunday Morning Seminars & Classes

Adult Education | Our education program provides a rich variety of learning opportunities on Sunday mornings to complement the worship experience. Participants explore in depth various books of the Bible or a topic of current and shared interest. Old and young, new and seasoned believers, we never stop learning. All are welcome to take this journey even if you are someone with questions about the faith. Each class provides a combination of leader-led presentation and class discussion that allows us to learn from each other as we study God’s word together. As a result, we grow in our understanding of our Lord and the greater story He’s calling us into.

Women’s Bible Class | 1st & 2nd Peter

Leader: Kerri Mullins

This class meets weekly on Sundays in the YFMB Room 204 at 9am. Please join us for coffee, fellowship, prayer support and discussion as we move through a book in the Bible verse by verse. We are currently in 1st and 2nd Peter. All are welcome, whether you have been studying the bible for many years or you have just started on your journey in the Word.

Class continues throughout the year.

Men’s Class | Genesis: God’s Covenant with the Patriarchs

Leader: Paul Achenbach

This class meets weekly on Sundays in the YFMB room 202 at 9am. This course is a chapter-by-chapter study beginning with God’s Covenant with Abraham.

Class will resume on Sunday, September 7th 2025.

Fall Term: 9:00am Adult Class | Systematic Theology: Knowing God Through His Word

Leaders: David Hentschel, Ken Huber, & Jack Kraus

What do Christians believe—and why does it matter? This course offers a clear and accessible overview of key doctrines of the Christian faith, rooted in Scripture and shaped by centuries of faithful reflection. This class will explore essential theological truths such as the nature of God, the authority of Scripture, the person and work of Christ, the role of the Holy Spirit, salvation, the church, and the end times.

Designed for adult learners at all stages of spiritual maturity, this course will help participants grow in biblical literacy, deepen their confidence in God’s character and purposes, and apply rich theological truths to everyday life and discipleship.

Class will begin on Sunday, September 7th, 2025 through December 21, will break for the winter, and resume in the spring from March – June 2026.

Fall Term (Beginning Sunday, October 5th): 10:45am Adult Class | Faith Explored: A study in the book of Galatians

Leaders: Paul & Kathy Wilford

In the New Testament book of Galatians, the apostle Paul begins by reminding the church in Galatia that there is only one gospel. He ends by urging them to “keep in step with the Spirit.” What are some practical ways we can do this? As new believers or even more mature Christians, how do we grow in faith and learn to demonstrate the fruit of the Spirit?

This 8-week Sunday school class is designed for those new in the Christian faith or still exploring the faith, although all are welcome. Prior Bible knowledge is not required, and questions are encouraged! We will read through the book of Galatians at a slow pace, with a bit of homework assigned each week.

Who? Everyone who went through Christianity Explored, and anyone else who would benefit from looking closely at the foundations of our faith, particularly as laid out in the book of Galatians.

How? A workbook, and a brief assignment for each week.

Register HERE

Class will begin on Sunday, October 5th and run through Sunday, November 23rd and will meet in the Youth & Family Ministry Building (Zoom Option Available).

Winter Term: 9:00am Adult Class | Preparations – Death, Dying… & Living

Leaders: Jack Kraus

Preparations is an 8-week course on Death, Dying, & Living. This course will deal with the definition, origin, and fact of death; what happens after we die; living with the end in mind, both in the mundane areas of wills, living wills, hospice care and the like, and the more basic aspect of actually living “Coram Deo” – before the face of God.

Class will begin on Sunday, January 4th – February 22nd, 2026. This class will meet weekly in the YFMB Great room at 9am.

Stephen Ministries Class | Christian Caregiving – A Way of Life

Drew Huber

Starting Sunday November 5th.

This class is a brief interactive study of “Christian Caregiving-a way of Life” by Kenneth Haugk. The book is an inspirational guide for Christians who want to empower and improve the quality of the care they give to the people around them.

Class Meets Every Sunday for a total of 4 weeks