MBC Communion / Lords Table

The next Baptism will be:
August 25

Lord’s Table | We practice two ordinances at MBC: Baptism and the Lord’s Table. By participating in these ordinances, Christians proclaim both their individual faith in Christ and our whole congregation proclaims our unity in the Gospel. MBC believes that the Lord’s Supper (Communion) is a commemoration of the Savior’s death, and, through participating, we “proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes.” MBC Articles of Faith, Article XI – To prepare our hearts for the Lord’s Supper we must understand that we are practicing these four things when we come to His table:

We Worship

This ordinance is part of corporate worship, normally on the first Sunday of each month. This is why the Lord’s Table is for believers only. It is an act of the gathered family, the church. Unbelievers may be present, indeed, we welcome them to be present as there is nothing secretive about the Lord’s Supper, it is done in public, but it is the family meal for those who have already professed their faith in Jesus Christ and have come to worship.

We Remember

Human beings are prone to forgetfulness. This is especially true spiritually. Therefore, the mental action of all the participants of the Lord’s Supper is to focus our minds on Jesus, especially remembering his sacrificial and historical work of dying on the cross for our sins. 1 Corinthians 11:24-25 says “Do this in remembrance of me.” At the table we remember.

We Give Thanks

The word “Eucharist” in 1 Corinthians 11:24 means to “give thanks.” We are filled with gratitude at the table because Jesus paid our sin debt and provided for us in abundance all that we need.

We Practice Self-Examination

The Scripture says a person “ought to examine themselves before he or she eats of the bread and drinks of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and drinks judgment on themselves. (1 Corinthians 11:28-29) It’s important that we come to the table with a clear conscience before God. We come and confess our sins and renew our covenant commitment before God.

For Further Study

Communion is explained in the following key Scriptures: Matthew 26:26-30, Mark 14:22-26, Luke 22:14-20, 1 Cor 11:23-32.

Check our our informative Mini-Series on the Lords Table

Check out more of our relevant content on our You Tube Channel

Resources to Learn More:

Why is the Lord’s Table so important? (9 Marks ministries)
Guidance for Parents concerning the ordinances document
Four views on the Lord’s supper (Zondervan Counterpoints series)
The Lord’s Supper: Remembering and Proclaiming Christ Until He Comes (New American Commentary Studies in Bible & Theology)
The Jewish background of the Passover (Link to Chosen People Ministries doing Passover talk at MBC)

Questions?

Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastors

Contact Bob & Dave with any questions

“For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.”

- 1 Cor 11:26, ESV)

Playlist - Psalms - August 13 - September 10

Family Ministries

The next Baptism will be:
August 25

Family Ministries Resource Page | We live in a complex world. Raising the next generation to own their faith has never been more challenging—or more necessary. Yet, in the Scriptures, we see three institutions that God created: The Family, The Church, and the Nation—but the family is the foundation of society.

At MBC, one of our core values is building strong families. One of the ways we do this is by equipping parents and their children to navigate the difficult issues of the day. This page is for you. Below you will find some suggested resources to help you answer the most pressing issues of the day. Don’t see something? Ask us a question below!

MBC Kids Philosophy of Discipleship | We are passionate about discipleship. This resource was written to explain how we aim to lay the foundation for kids to grow in God’s Word while they are a part of our MBC Kids ministry. Download this document for more on our philosophy.

Don’t see something? Ask us a question below!

Websites

The Colson Center for Christian Worldview
Breakpoint
What Would You Say?
AXIS
The Center for Parent & Youth Understanding
The Barna Group
Fuller Youth Institute
Impact 360 Institute
Summit Ministries
Stand to Reason
Reasons to Believe

Video

Raising The Next Generation in Turbulent Time by Voddie Bauchum
Helping The Next Generation Navigate Today’s World by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle
How to Raise and Alien Child by Jen Wilkin
The Storm Tossed Family: How The Cross Reshapes the Home by Russell Moore
The Strange New World of the Modern Self by Carl Trueman

Books

Parenting: 14 Gospel Principals That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul David Tripp
The Tech Wise Family: Everyday Steps to Putting Technology in Its Proper Place by Andy Crouch
Running With Horses: A Parenting Guide for Raising Children to be Servant Leaders for Christ by Larry Taylor
A Practical Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet & Brett Kunkle
Strange New World by Carl Trueman
How Children Raise Parents by Dan Allender
The Intentional Father by Jon Tyson
Faithfull Different by Natasha Crain
Another Gospel by Alisa Childers

Podcast

The Think Biblically Podcast
The Upstream

Seminars

Several times a year we offer seminars for MBC families and those in our community. We run these events to equip families to navigate the difficult cultural terrain we are living in. Here are examples of past seminar topics:

The Tech-Wise Family
Raising Generation Z
Families in an Age of Anxiety

Building Strong Families

Check out this sermon from Pastor Bob on “Building Strong Families” from our 2025 “Summer in the Scriptures” sermon series!

Questions?

Bob Erbig

Lead Pastor: Preaching,
Family Life & Mission

Contact Bob with any questions

Questions?

Bob Erbig

Lead Pastor: Preaching,
Family Life & Mission

Contact Bob with any questions

I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions, and will turn away from listening to the truth and wander off into myths. As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.

-2 Timothy 4:1-5, ESV-

New Believers

Begin Your Journey Here | The Gospel of Jesus Christ is Good News! But first, there is some bad news. The Bible tells the whole story of humanity in four parts:

Creation

The first book in the Bible is Genesis, and it says that God created the world and it was good (Gen 1:31). There He created a man and a woman and placed them in a garden called Eden. They were to be fruitful and multiply and to partner with God in caring for this world, and the presence of the glory of God was there with them … until sin came into the world.

Fall

The tragedy of the Bible is called the Fall, that moment when mankind rebelled against God and His right to govern and rule over their lives. Since this moment, all of creation has fallen into sin. Sin is disobeying God and his commandments, rebelling against God, and falling short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). And mankind is desperate and groaning for things to go back to the way they were supposed to be and awaits its promised liberation from bondage (Romans 8:19), until the promised redeemer would come…

Redemption

In the fullness of time, God sent His son, Jesus Christ, to live the life we should have lived which was a perfect sinless life and to die the death we deserved. He died as a substitute on the cross for our sins, was buried, and then rose victoriously over the grave. He then gave his followers a commission to proclaim this Gospel (good news). The message of the Gospel is the message of God’s grace, mercy and the forgiveness of sins for all who believe.

Restoration

But this is not the end of the story… The testimony of the Bible is that God has every intention of renewing and restoring this world to a glory surpassing what it had at first. (Eph 3:20-21; Haggai 2:9) Jesus taught his disciples about the coming “renewal of all things.” (Matt 19:28). Our final destination is a renewed and restored world with resurrected bodies living with God who dwells among His people (Rev 21-22). This is why the good news is so good. We find that to be very exciting!

So what do you do now?
Our response to the Gospel is to place our faith in Christ. Are you ready to trust Him? If you have recently made a decision to begin a relationship with Jesus, how wonderful! This means two things: First, Jesus has become your savior. Second, you have become a child of God. We call this Salvation. Becoming a follower of Jesus is the most important decision you can make in your life. Know how excited we are for you!

We want to help you in any way that we can. We hope Millington Baptist Church will be a place where you can connect with God, His word, and with Christian friends. Here are some important next steps you can take:

Next Steps:

Keep Learning

Here is a book for you that will help you begin your relationship with Christ on a solid foundation. Take time to read one chapter each day.

Now That I’m a Christian: What It Means to Follow Jesus

Grow in your faith

Check out this series we did about how to grow in the Christian faith.

Cultivating the Christian life

Get Baptized

Baptism is a public profession of faith in Jesus Christ. If you’ve made the decision to trust Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, baptism is your next step of obedience! Learn more about baptism, check out our FAQs, and even sign up to be baptized by visiting our Baptism webpage.

Stay Connected

One of the best ways to grow in your faith is by being around other Christian friends who want to support you to be all God has made you to be. Here are some opportunities at MBC.

Getting You Connected

Small Groups

Adult Ed

Senior Luncheon

Shared Interest

Women’s Ministry

Pray

Our God answers prayer. Spend time with God every day talking with Him and listening to what He has to say to you through His Word and through His Spirit. If you would like other members of our Church Body to pray with you or rejoice with you over answered prayer, you may submit a request at MBC prayer.

Read your Bible

Reading God’s word is the single greatest thing you can do to grow your relationship with God. Here are some recommendations:

Youversion bible app, a good hard copy ESV Study bible, and maybe a link to the Bible project youtube channel.

We are so excited about your decision to begin a personal relationship with Jesus and want to help you follow through with this in any way that we can. Please let us know if you have any questions or would like to talk about your decision!

Questions?

Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastors

Contact Bob & Dave with any questions

Questions?

Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastors

Contact Dave and Bob with any questions

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord”.

-Romans 6:23, NIV

Romans 8:18-39, But Now: Creation Groans: Eagerly Awaited Victory

Romans 9-16, Behold, New Life: Living & Loving as Heirs

Meet With A Pastor

The next Baptism will be:
August 25

Meet With A Pastor | Pastor Dave or Pastor Bob would love to meet you and meet with you personally. Our desire is to get to know one another and be shepherds of our flock. As such, we want to welcome you who attend MBC to schedule a time for spiritual support and prayer with one of our pastors. Sign up for a time slot here.

Schedule a personal meeting with a pastor & connect with our leaders for the purposes of spiritual support & prayer.

Rev. David Hentschel has been blessed to serve as the Lead Pastor of Preaching, Spiritual Formation and Care at Millington Baptist Church in Basking Ridge, NJ. Prior to this ministry assignment, he has enjoyed pastoring in other churches in New Jersey and Texas for the past 20 years. His background in public speaking and business helps tremendously with leadership and strategic planning and he is thrilled to have the opportunity to pastor and teach the scriptures in the local church setting. Pastor Dave holds an A.B.S. and a B.S. in Biblical Studies from Cairn University and a Th.M. in Bible Exposition and Pastoral Ministries from Dallas Theological Seminary. He is married to his wife Juli, and they enjoy three wonderful daughters and one awesome son in law. Some of his favorite activities include reading, spending time with his family and playing basketball.

Rev. Bob Erbig is the Lead Pastor for Preaching, Family Life and Mission at Millington Baptist Church in Basking Ridge, NJ and has 20+ years of experience in youth and family ministry, apologetics and executive leadership. He received his Master of Divinity Degree from Denver Seminary (Littleton, CO), where he studied under Dr. Craig Blomberg and Dr. Doug Groothuis. Additionally, he completed a Fellowship through the Colson Center for Christian Worldview and is a Level 1 Certified Biblical Counselor through the Association of Biblical Counselors. His ministry and research interests include apologetics, worldview, culture and ethics as he provides directional leadership for the Underground Sessions ministry at MBC. Bob is married to Amanda and they are blessed to three children: Jenna, Josiah, and Zoe.

Rev. Bob Erbig has served Millington Baptist church for 11 years and is currently the Lead Pastor for Preaching, Family Life and Mission. Bob’s role allows him to combine his passion for proclaiming God’s Word, building strong families, and empowering followers of Christ to influence the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Bob runs the Underground Sessions ministry, which focuses on current cultural topics from a Christian Worldview. Bob holds a B.A. from Eastern University in English Literature and Theatre and a M.Div. from Denver Seminary with a focus in Youth and Family Ministries. He has served churches in New Jersey and Colorado in pastoral ministry for the last 20 years. Bob is married to Amanda and together they enjoy two daughters and a son. Bob loves traveling, reading, playing sports, and catching the latest Marvel movie.

If you want to learn more about our pastors check out:

Publications by the pastors

Articles on the Pastor’s Table blog

Previous sermon series from MBC

Shared Interest Groups

What is a Shared Interest Group?

Shared Interest Groups are groups formed around a common goal and are generally informal in nature.

What is a Shared Interest Group’s purpose?

Groups are intended to help people to build relationships with each other in a gospel-centered way apart from the Sunday morning worship experience. Groups are created to help people engage with others, both within and outside of the church, in cultural, artistic, recreational, leisure and sports activities.

Who should consider joining a Shared Interest Group?

Individuals, small groups, teams or whole communities can join a Shared Interest Group. They are relevant to people of all different ages, abilities and levels of skill…in other words, there’s something for everyone!

Shared Interest Groups are fun, interactive, and designed as great way to get to know others. Participation serves as a valuable supplement toward building biblical community.

If you are interested in leading, joining, or suggesting a Shared Interest or Activity group, please fill out this form or email Amy Huber (ahuber@millingtonbapitst.org) or Laura Garcell ()

Click on any of our Shared Interests Groups below to sign-up

Arts & Crafts
Beach Days
Camping/RVing
Card & Board Games
Cooking/Baking
Cycling
Dancing
Day Trips
Fishing
Gardening
Golf
Hiking
Hunting/Shooting
Kayaking/Boating/SUP
Knitting/Needlework
Moms with Young Children
Movies
Photography
Piano/Singing/music
Pickleball
Reading/Book Club
Running
Tennis
Woodworking

MBC is Hiring

MBC’s vision is to be: Firmly Planted, Growing Together, Made to Multiply. To that end, we are seeking to fill one position on staff that will help us realize this vision. Click on the job title link to learn more about the position’s specific responsibilities and requirements.

Current positions available at MBC

Administrative and Accounting Assistant

The Administrative and Accounting Assistant The Administrative & Accounting Assistant supports the Administrative & Financial Manager by providing administrative, donor relations, and bookkeeping assistance that helps ensure the accurate stewardship of church finances and donor records. This role focuses primarily on donation processing, donor communications, financial recordkeeping, and reporting while assisting with day-to-day administrative and accounting functions.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part time 12-16 hours/week

Interested candidates should forward a resume and any questions to Pastor Dave Hentschel at dave@Millingtonbaptist.org

Connections and Hospitality Coordinator

Under the direction of the Pastor of Spiritual Formation & Care (Or current PLT member), the Connections and Hospital Coordinator (CHC) oversees all assimilation, connections and hospitality functions of the church outlined below. The CHC will also work with other volunteer ministry groups to ensure smooth functioning of the church on a daily and long-term basis. A written, annual review will be prepared by the supervising PLT member and will be discussed with the incumbent along with an elder liaison if needed.

Employment Status: Part-Time, 20+ hours/week

Administrative and Financial Manager (Interim)

Under the direction of the Pastor of Spiritual Formation & Care (Or current PLT member) and the Board of Elders, the Administrative and Financial Manager (AFM) oversees all administrative and financial functions of the church as outlined below. The AFM will also work in cooperation with the Finance Team, the Pastoral Leadership Team, as well as other volunteer ministry groups to ensure smooth functioning of the church on a daily and long-term basis. A written, annual review will be prepared by the supervising PLT member.
Employment Status: Full-Time, 40-50 hours/week

Operations and Ministry Administrator (Interim)

The Operations and Ministry Administrator (OMA) provides essential communication and administrative support to MBC’s ministries, Pastors and Ministry Team members as they seek to build up the body of Christ at MBC. This position also requires that the information that MBC keeps on its people, its activities and classes, and its facilities, be well organized, current, accurate, and can be retrieved and used when and how it is needed.

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time, approx. 40-45 hours/week

Little Footprints Learning Center: 2 1/2 year old Assistant

LFLC is looking for a 2 1/2 year old Assistant on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings starting January 2023. The hours are from 8:45am – 12:30pm. If you love Jesus and little children, please contact Kathy Dolbier at 908-647-0011, or by email at

Come join our staff and be blessed while being a blessing to the precious children He sends our way and their families!

Part Time Discipleship Coordinator

MBC is looking to hire a Part-Time Discipleship Coordinator. The MBC Discipleship Coordinator will oversee discipleship initiatives in the church (adult education, small groups, women’s ministry, men’s ministry) to help the MBC church body be supported and to mature in their faith. The Discipleship Coordinator will work closely with and report to the MBC Lead Pastor of Spiritual Formation and Care.

Office & Information Manager

MBC is looking to hire a Full-Time Office & Information Manager. The Office & Information Manager provides essential communication and administrative support to various ministries, Pastors and Ministry Team members as they seek to build up the body of Christ at MBC. This position also requires that MBC information on our facilities, classes, events, and community be organized and accurate. The Office & Information Manager serves under the direct supervision of the Sr. Director of Administration & Connection Ministries and works cooperatively with the Director of Communications.

If you, or someone you know, may be interested in applying for this position, please contact Scott Rajoppi by phone at 908-647-0594 x28, or by email at .

Financial Manager

MBC is looking to hire a Full-Time Financial Manager. The Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing most aspects of the church’s financial matters. This person has the responsibility of insuring the Church’s financial operations are processed and reported accurately and with integrity. This includes managing the day-to-day business processes and providing support to the Leadership Team. This will include but is not limited to the responsibility for internal control and providing assistance for the annual audit of MBC financial records. The Financial Manager shall report to and be accountable to the Board of Elders of the Church and shall maintain open communication and work cooperatively with the church’s Leadership and staff.

If you, or someone you know, may be interested in applying for this position, please contact Scott Rajoppi by phone at 908-647-0594 x28, or by email at .

MBC YouTube Channel

Now you can watch us on YouTube!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of MBC’s own YouTube channel, MBC Unhindered! Visit the channel to rewatch or catch missed Sunday sermons, special teaching topics and various fun and inspired content.

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Share your Gifts

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Get Involved & Make a Difference

Jesus told us, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few” (Luke 10:2, NIV). At MBC, we believe every single follower of Jesus has been given a spiritual gift and should be equipped to serve in the body of Christ. (1 Cor 12:7) Your gifts are welcome more than ever in this season of our church.

We want to help you leverage your God-given abilities to make a difference and find fulfillment as we labor together in God’s harvest field. Check out these serving opportunities and click the “Join the Crew” link for more information about your particular area of interest.

Questions?

Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

Building Strong Families

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Bob Erbig

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Bob Erbig

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Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

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Pastors Bob Erbig & Dave Hentschel

Current positions available at MBC

Get Involved & Make a Difference

October 11th & 18th @11am in the Great Room

Membership Class Details

Why Membership

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Dave Hentschel

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