Connecting with others |As a community living in hope our goal is to be more inclusive, openly welcoming people from any place and walk of life, uniting us in a pursuit of becoming a more balanced, inter-generational, family-centered body. To this end, MBC encourages meeting in small groups to support each other and grow together in faith.
Participate in a Small Group
Groups have three specific purposes:fellowship, scripture, and prayer bringing about both individual spiritual growth and authentic relationship.
Locations:Beloware the current small groups. We invite you to plug into one of them. Contact the group leader to verify the start date, time and locations:
Interested in Leading or Hosting a Small Group?
Small groups are a primary way that we seek to live in authentic community at MBC.
Once the social restrictions get lifted, we are eager to meet again in small groups and even add new groups.
If you are interested in leading, co-leading, or hosting a small group, please indicate your interest on the Leader Interest Form.
This class meets in YFMB Room 202 if there are no weather issues and Jeff initiates an MS Teams session from YFMB 202 for people who can not physically come to Room 202.
Topic: Recap/discussion of sermon questions from Sunday.
TEN is for couples who have, or are on their way to, an “empty nest”.
We have just spent twenty years being Moms & Dads, and all that goes with that… . Where is my walk with the Lord? Is it healthy, neglected, or still parked where it was eight years ago?
The intent of TEN is to support parents as they transition into a new season of life. Together we can explore God’s calling upon our hearts/lives in this new station of life, and to what and where He may be calling us next.
TEN will seek to engage is participants by:
Being intentional about deepening our walk with the Lord through focused studies
Building meaningful below the surface relationships by spending time together
Serving our church / community
If you have any questions we’d welcome the opportunity to speak with you:
New Spiritual Formation Small Group – led by Pastor Dave and Juli Hentschel
This 8-week study will be utilizing the Spiritual Formation Workbook, a resource of Renovare (from the latin meaning “renew”). Together, we will explore the six major dimensions of the spiritual life found in the life of Christ and Christian tradition: The Contemplative Tradition – The Holiness Tradition – The Charismatic Tradition – The Social Justice Tradition – The Evangelical Tradition – and The Incarnational Tradition.
Successfully used by thousands of Spiritual Formation Group participants, A Spiritual Formation Workbook has been completely revised to correlate with Richard J. Foster’s “Streams of Living Water.” Its new and updated exercises and teachings offer fresh perspectives on Christian faith and practice.
The price for the book is $12.00. Because of restrictions, we will meet via Zoom as of right now.
This group is specifically designed for people who have little or no background in the Bible, but would like to take a look and see for themselves what it says. The Investigators study will be held in a relaxed, welcoming environment, and is an excellent opportunity for you to invite that questioning friend who is seeking to learn more. We will meet every other week for 7 weeks, each week looking at 7 different encounters people had with Jesus. Contact Paul Wilford or Kathy Wilford for meeting location and more details.
Come and worship with our brothers and sisters as they make this profound commitment to the Lord. Witness new life as revealed by the cleansing power of Christ.
If you have not been baptized since becoming a follower of Jesus and would like to learn more about it, you may pick up a Baptism Packet at the Welcome Center, or contact Pastor Dave for more information.
Celebrating New Life | Baptism is a public profession of faith in Christ. We subscribe to baptism by immersion during our worship service as it vividly depicts the reality of new life in Christ.
Why? We are called to be baptized as an outward symbol of the internal reality already taken place in our new life in Christ. Baptism uniquely symbolizes the believer’s union with Christ in his death, burial, and resurrection (Rom. 6:3-5).
How does baptism relate to salvation?Baptism is not a means to salvation; this comes through faith in Jesus and the gift of God’s extravagant grace (Eph. 2:8-9; Gal. 2:16). However, baptism plays a vital role in our first act of commitment and profession of our faith in Christ.
Who should be baptized?We practice believer’s baptism (Acts 2:38, 8:12). For the purposes of MBC Membership, If you were baptized as an infant, we would ask that you be baptized as a mindful believer.
When should my children be baptized? While we want to celebrate our children when they desire to take important steps of faith, we believe it is wise to wait to baptize a child until he or she has reached a certain level of maturity. Therefore, generally we offer the guidance of encouraging our children to wait until at least twelve years old to make this important decision. While we are willing to discuss exceptions to this general rule, we do believe this position esteems baptism as a one-time act to be anticipated as a public, credible, mature profession of faith. Any questions please speak to one of our pastors. And for more information hereis a related article. You can also read our church guidance for Children and Ordinances by downloading it here.
A candidate for baptism should be able to:
Communicate the gospel as well as an expression of faith in Jesus Christ.
Show evidence of godly sorrow over sin and repentance which leads to the fruit of the Spirit. (Gal 5:22-23)
Demonstrate a willingness to turn away from worldly things and live a life abiding and celebrating God’s commands, His testimony about his Son Jesus and loving others as God loves us. (1 John 2:15-17; 5:1-12, Matt. 22:37-39).
How do I give my baptism testimony?On the day of your baptism you are asked to give a testimony to affirm your faith in Jesus. Then you will be lowered into then back out of the water by the pastor. Video testimonies are preferred.
Please make an appointment to have us video your testimony in advance.
To prepare, please write out your answers to these questions and rehearse them for your video testimony.
For your convenience please utilize the following testimony worksheet as a guide to help build your testimony for the service.
Our baptism services are intended to publicly celebrate personal Renewal & Growth in Jesus Christ and spur on Connection & Action within community.
We love kids at MBC! On Sunday mornings we provide engaging programs for children in Nursery through 6th grade. This gives your kids an opportunity to discover faith in a dynamic atmosphere that’s safe and fun. Check out our MBC Kids page for more information.
MBC is located at the corner of Valley Road and King George Road in Basking Ridge, just three minutes from exit 36 on I-78.
From the North: South on 287 to exit 26 (Mt. Airy Road/VA Hospital, Liberty Corner) and go left at end of ramp. At second traffic light, make left onto Valley Road. Go past the VA Hospital to the traffic light and make a right. Go 1/4 mile to the first traffic light. As you pass straight through this light, the church is on your left.
From the East: West on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go right onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
From the South: 287 North to Interstate 78 East. Take Interstate 78E to exit 36. Follow directions “From the west.”
From the West: East on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go left onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
Locally: Springfield Ave./Valley Road to junction with King George Road. Church is on the corner of King George and Valley Roads.
We appreciate your continued cooperation in following the Campus Guidelines for regathering. Registration for MBC Kids programming is not required, but it is helpful to speed up the check-in process.
Classes are held at 9am & 10:45am on Sunday mornings.
Adult Education groups are for building personal relationships that are a key component of the learning process. Check out our course times and descriptions.
MBC is located at the corner of Valley Road and King George Road in Basking Ridge, just three minutes from exit 36 on I-78.
From the North: South on 287 to exit 26 (Mt. Airy Road/VA Hospital, Liberty Corner) and go left at end of ramp. At second traffic light, make left onto Valley Road. Go past the VA Hospital to the traffic light and make a right. Go 1/4 mile to the first traffic light. As you pass straight through this light, the church is on your left.
From the East: West on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go right onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
From the South: 287 North to Interstate 78 East. Take Interstate 78E to exit 36. Follow directions “From the west.”
From the West: East on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go left onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
Locally: Springfield Ave./Valley Road to junction with King George Road. Church is on the corner of King George and Valley Roads.
Shuttle Service from Dewy Meadow
The Shuttle will run from:
8:30am to 12:15pm
every Sunday until June 23. There will be no Shuttle service June 30 – August 25.
Take some of the hassle out of your Sunday morning. The Shuttle will run from:
MBC is located at the corner of Valley Road and King George Road in Basking Ridge, just three minutes from exit 36 on I-78.
From the North: South on 287 to exit 26 (Mt. Airy Road/VA Hospital, Liberty Corner) and go left at end of ramp. At second traffic light, make left onto Valley Road. Go past the VA Hospital to the traffic light and make a right. Go 1/4 mile to the first traffic light. As you pass straight through this light, the church is on your left.
From the East: West on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go right onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
From the South: 287 North to Interstate 78 East. Take Interstate 78E to exit 36. Follow directions “From the west.”
From the West: East on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go left onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
Locally: Springfield Ave./Valley Road to junction with King George Road. Church is on the corner of King George and Valley Roads.
Shuttle service from Dewy Meadow resumes September 8th.
There will be no shuttle service during summer Sundays
MBC is located at the corner of Valley Road and King George Road in Basking Ridge, just three minutes from exit 36 on I-78.
From the North: South on 287 to exit 26 (Mt. Airy Road/VA Hospital, Liberty Corner) and go left at end of ramp. At second traffic light, make left onto Valley Road. Go past the VA Hospital to the traffic light and make a right. Go 1/4 mile to the first traffic light. As you pass straight through this light, the church is on your left.
From the East: West on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go right onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
From the South: 287 North to Interstate 78 East. Take Interstate 78E to exit 36. Follow directions “From the west.”
From the West: East on Interstate 78 to exit 36. At light go left onto King George Road. Proceed 1 mile north on King George Road. MBC is on the right.
Locally: Springfield Ave./Valley Road to junction with King George Road. Church is on the corner of King George and Valley Roads.
Shuttle Service from Dewy Meadow
Take some of the hassle out of your Sunday morning. The Shuttle will run from:
9:30am until 20 minutes after service ending.
We especially encourage all who are coming off Rt. 78 to take advantage of the Dewy Meadow parking and Shuttle service in order to free up parking in the MBC lot.
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.
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.
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?
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
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.
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?
Praising God for the wonderful Packing Party for Cookies for a Cause! Thank you to everyone who baked cookies, delivered them to the church, and/or participated at our packing party last Saturday. Together, our 53 volunteers packed 556 boxes of cookies which were then donated to our friends at the Market Street Mission and Feeding Hands!
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.
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. We are currently in the Book of John. 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: Kim McLaughlin & Jenn Dowden & Lisa Drew & Suzy Parker
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
Sundays, AM
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
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: 9:30amMorning 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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Romans 1-7; The Gift of God by Timothy Keller
Tuesday Mornings, 9:30am, YFMB
We want to be right in the eyes of the law of our land, of those we respect, of our loved ones, of those we work with. We strive to gain and then keep this right standing.
But there is another, far better and more important righteousness. A righteousness which changes and liberates every aspect of our lives, and yet which none of us can earn or maintain ourselves. It s a righteousness from God.
Romans 1-7 is all about that righteousness. It shows us why we don’t have it, why we need it, and how we can receive it. It thrills us that the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 6 v 23).
These seven studies will help you to understand one of the most-read, most written-about parts of the Bible. And, as they enable you to you unwrap God s precious gift of right standing with him, they ll transform your hearts, lives, identities and perspectives.
We want to be right in the eyes of the law of our land, of those we respect, of our loved ones, of those we work with. We strive to gain and then keep this right standing.
But there is another, far better and more important righteousness. A righteousness which changes and liberates every aspect of our lives, and yet which none of us can earn or maintain ourselves. It s a righteousness from God.
Romans 1-7 is all about that righteousness. It shows us why we don’t have it, why we need it, and how we can receive it. It thrills us that the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord (Romans 6 v 23).
These seven studies will help you to understand one of the most-read, most written-about parts of the Bible. And, as they enable you to you unwrap God s precious gift of right standing with him, they ll transform your hearts, lives, identities and perspectives.
Tuesday Evenings, 6:45pm (starts promptly at 7pm)-8:30pm, Fellowship Hall
What is the deep cry of your heart? The ache in your soul that keeps you up at night? The prayer you keep repeating? Jesus not only cares about this deep, spiritual wrestling, but He also wants to step in and see you through it.
Join Lysa TerKeurst on the streets of Israel to explore the seven I AM statements of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Through this interactive, in-depth study we will be trading feelings of emptiness and depletion for the fullness of knowing who Jesus is like never before.
The workbook is $15, payable by cash or check. Please invite your friends to come. Contact Irm Smith (908-397-3128) with any questions.
The Next Bridge: Sunday March 30 When: 12:30pm on Sunday March 30th, 2025.Where: Fellowship Hall, lower level of the Main Building (Sanctuary). Feel free to bring ...
When: Saturday March 15thTime: 8:00am – 9:30amWhere: Fellowship HallWhat: We invite all men and their sons to join us for a time of comraderie over ...
Weekly Pastors Video: Every week Pastor Bob and special guest brings you some encouraging truths from the Scriptures , current events and let you know ...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1G20kvBZCUVolunteer at Resist the Drift 2025! Your time and talents can help make the Contend Conference an extraordinary event. We’re looking for volunteers to assist ...
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.
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 | Gospel of John
Leaders: Kim McLaughlin & Jenn Dowden & Lisa Drew & Suzy Parker
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 the Book of John. 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 will begin on Sunday, September 15th.
Men’s Class | Romans
Leader: Paul Achenbach
The Men’s class will be on break for the summer. When this class resumes it will meet weekly on Sunday’s in the YFMB at 9am.
Our new adult education seminar will start on 2/23 on Biblical conflict resolution. God calls every Christian to be a peacemaker, but what does that look like in real life? Pastor Dave & Ken Huber will be leading this important seminar open to all.
Click HERE to purchase an optional book resource entitled The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflictby Ken Sande.
Class will begin on Sunday, February 23rd.
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.
Can’t make it on a given Sunday?
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