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You can also view MBC’s Sunday experience on Facebook Live.  So check us out and share the stream with others!

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MBC Kids Live Stream

Did you miss it?
No worries, you can still enjoy our services at any time:

1. Visit our Media or Sermon Archive pages.

2. Subscribe to our Podcast:


You can make one-time or recurring donations to MBC via our online portal, using your credit or debit card, or direct withdrawal from your checking account.

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You can also view MBC’s Sunday experience on Facebook Live.
So check us out and share the stream with others!

You can also view MBC’s Sunday experience on Facebook Live.  So check us out and share the stream with others!

MBC Teens Live Stream

MBC Kids Live Stream

Did you miss it?
No worries, you can still enjoy our services at any time:

1. Visit our Media or Sermon Archive pages.

2. Subscribe to our Podcast:


You can make one-time or recurring donations to MBC via our online portal, using your credit or debit card, or direct withdrawal from your checking account.

Give

We are currently transitioning to a new giving platform called Pushpay, which allows for a fast and simple giving experience. 

Give

MBC Live (PushPay)

Did you miss it?
No worries, you can still enjoy our services at any time:

1. Visit our Media or Sermon Archive pages.

2. Subscribe to our Podcast:


You can make one-time or recurring donations to MBC via our online portal, using your credit or debit card, or direct withdrawal from your checking account.

Give

We are currently transitioning to a new giving platform called Pushpay, which allows for a fast and simple giving experience. 

Give

Communion

Communion

Preparing to Take Communion at Home |

 

1. Grape Juice or Water (quantity depends on size of your group)

 

2. Bread or Baked Crackers  | Unleavened bread is the best expression of the “bread” element. Unleavened bread simply is bread baked without a rising agent (most large grocery stores stock unleavened bread), but you can select any bread or cracker of your choice. 


3. Be Ready at Home with Your Elements | The pastor will direct you through properly receiving communion. All you need to do is follow along online individually or as a group during the service. 


SCRIPTURE REFERENCES FOR PERSONAL USE
Matthew 26:26-30; Mark 14:22-26; Luke 22:19-20; 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

The Lord’s Table & Children | 

When should my children take the Lord’s table?

We allow the parents to decide when their children are ready, but we encourage them to make sure their children understand the significance of what they are celebrating. It is a decision we would encourage them to make carefully and prayerfully.

What key principles determine a child’s readiness?

For any person to be ready, they must understand that at the Lord’s Table we are doing these things:

  • We Remember
    The mental action of the participants of the Lord’s Supper is to focus the mind on Jesus and especially his historical work in dying for our sins. 1 Cor 11:24-25 says “Do this in remembrance of me.”

  • We Worship
    1 Cor 10:20 talks about sacrifices given to idols, which Paul says are given to demons because there’s worship going on there, and so in the same way, when we celebrate the Lord’s table, there is true worship here. This is why the Lord’s table is for believers only, It’s not for unbelievers, because it is part of worship. The Lord’s Supper is an act of the gathered family of those who believe in Jesus, the church. It is not an act for unbelievers. Unbelievers may be present—indeed, we welcome them to be present—there is nothing secretive about the Lord’s Supper. It is done in public.

  • We Give Thanks  
    The word EUCHARIST in 1 Cor 11:24 means to give thanks. Why ? Because He paid our sin debt.

  • We Practice Self-Examination
    The scripture says a man ought to examine himself before he 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 himself. (1 Corinthians 11:28-29) Infants and smaller children, not instructed in the Lord, cannot “examine themselves” or properly “recognize the body of the Lord.”

Note to Parents: Look for your child’s capability in understanding, seriousness, and their ability to remember, worship, give thanks and practice self-examination.

Our baptism services are intended to publicly celebrate personal Renewal & Growth in Jesus Christ and spur on Connection & Action within community.

Questions?

Dave Hentschel

Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastor: Preaching,
Spiritual Formation & Care

Contact Dave with any questions

The Lord’s Table | 

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We Need a King
Choose Joy April 16 - June 25
Resilient-Life, Begins February 16th
Advent Conspiracy 2019
Greater Than
Spiritual Warfare July 2 - August 6
Romans 1-8, But Now: Hope for All Who Fall Short
Story of Reality

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Romans 1-8, But Now: Hope for All Who Fall Short

A Journey though Romans, Sermon Series  

The book of Romans has been called “the greatest letter ever written.” Theologian N.T. Wright said: “Romans is by common consent Paul’s masterpiece. It dwarfs most of his other writings, an Alpine Peak towering over hills and villages.” Over the next few months we will begin to unpack this amazing treatise and we will discover or rediscover God’s amazing doctrines of grace. We will learn about justification, sanctification and glorification, all doctrine which leads to duty or practical application in our lives. The first part of this series will discuss questions such as “Why do we need God’s righteousness?” (1:18 – 3:20). “What is God’s righteousness?” (3:21 – 5:21), and “How does this affect me?” (ch 6-8). The book of Romans was written to “establish” us (16:15) in the Gospel, which is the power of God unto salvation (1:16). This is the foundation upon which we can build our entire Christian lives. This series will deepen your faith, strengthen your walk, and encourage you to live in the victory of the Holy Spirit.

Recommended companion reading:

  • Romans for you (Part 1 & 2) – by Tim Keller
  • Commentary on Romans – Doug Moo
  • Romans – the greatest letter ever written – John Piper – several years long
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Schedule:
1/5 – Romans 1:1-17 ~ Introduction to the gospel

1/12 – Romans 1:18-32 ~ Humanity’s Rejection of God – The Exchange

1/19 – SOHLS ~ Special message for Sanctity of Human Life

1/26 – Romans 2:1-16 ~ The Problem with Self Righteousness

2/2 – Romans 2:17-29 ~ The Problem with Jewish Self Righteousness

2/9 – Romans 3:1-20 ~ Universality of Sin

2/16 – Romans 3:21-31 ~ The acropolis of the Christian faith – The Just and the Justifier

2/23 – Romans 4:1-25 ~ Justification by faith

3/1 – Romans 5:1-11 ~ Peace with God 

3/8 – Romans 5:12-21 ~ Imputation

3/15 – Romans 6:1-14 ~ Union with Christ (Adam v Christ)

3/22 – Romans 6:15-7:6 ~ Slaves of God

3/29 – Romans 7:7-25 ~ The War within (Part 1)

4/5 – Romans 8:1-11 ~ No Condemnation  – PALM SUNDAY

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Sermon on deck…

Advent Conspiracy 2019

Advent Conspiracy, Sermon Series  

Are you tired of how consumerism has stolen the soul of Christmas? This year make a difference! Join the groundswell of Christ-followers who are choosing to make Christmas what it should be–a joyous celebration of Jesus’ birth that enriches our hearts and the world around us, not a retail circus that depletes our pocketbooks and defeats our spirits. Substitute compassion for consumption by practicing four simple but powerful countercultural concepts: 

1) Worship fully… because Christmas begins and ends with Jesus. 

2) Spend less… and free your resources for things that truly matter. 

3) Give more… of your hands, your words, your heart.

4) Love all… including the poor, the sick and the forgotten. This year we will have a Christmas worth remembering, not dreading. Because Christmas can still change the world when you, like Jesus, give what matters most – your presence. 

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12/1 – Worship fully  ~Pastor Dave

12/8 – Spend less ~Pastor Bob

12/15 – Give more ~Pastor Dave

12/22 – Love All ~Pastor Dave

12/23 – Christmas Eve-Eve ~Joint Message

12/24 – Christmas Eve ~Joint Message

Recommended companion reading:

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Sermon on deck…

Expanding the Table for the glory of God, 2020

Expanding the Table 2020, Vision Refresh 

Have you ever stopped and asked the question… what is God calling our church to be? This mission of every church should be to bring glory to God by living out the Great Commandment and Great Commission. But… how is God specifically calling our church to fulfill this mission in our context? Over the next few weeks, we are going to talk about the vision of MBC. At the end of the day the church is a family… and we are meant to live on mission… we are meant to invite more people to the family table. Our hope is this: That we would be moved, that we would be compelled to expand our table for the glory of God. As we do this… barriers would be broken, relationships would be deepened, and the mission would be fulfilled. 

11/10 – Finding your Seat at the Table
(Time, Talents, Treasure) ~Pastor Dave

11/17 – Making Room at the Table for Others ~Pastor Bob

11/24 – Blowing the Table Up
(2020 Vision Sunday) ~Pastor Dave & Pastor Bob

Recommended companion reading:

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His Kingdom Come

Sermon on deck…

His Kingdom Come. Life of Christ through the book of Mathew

Headline here…

Every person who walks on this earth desires to make a difference. The big questions of life roll through our minds: Who am I? What is my purpose? Will people remember me? The intriguing reality of these questions is that they are linked to a larger question: which kingdom will we serve?

 

Over 2000 years ago, a man walked on this earth and was not soon forgotten. A vast majority of people know his name. He changed the world and turned reality upside down. The ancient Scriptures tell us that he is the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords; the one who gives purpose, passion, and meaning to our very lives. In the most famous sermon ever delivered, he taught his followers to pray that HIS KINGDOM COME and His will would be done on earth as it is in heaven.

 

The life of Jesus the Christ made the greatest impact on earth ever. He is the KING! And we have a choice: will we serve his kingdom? Our next sermon series will explore the life of Christ as told in the Gospel of Matthew. Our prayer is this: may HIS KINGDOM come in our lives!

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Worship

Worship | Our weekly Sunday service is the heart of our community. Regular shared time together in worship and fellowship unites us in purpose and encourages our shared vision. Dynamic worship and a rotation of teachers stimulates learning while fostering community. Our desire is to foster a joyful experience! We seek to engage the worshiper in a vibrant, interactive, and Spirit-filled encounter unto our Lord and Savior! Our goal is to make our worship time a life transforming experience that creates fertile soil for the indwelling of the Holy Spirit that moves us into resounding praise!

Sunday Services and Special Events:

Sunday Morning Services

Holidays

Special Events

Get to know our Worship Director

Would you like to be a part of our Worship Team community?
Let us know by filling out the form below.

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Our worship services are intended to nurture a love for God and each other, to encourage personal Renewal, Growth, Connection & Action within our community.

We believe we were made to worship the Triune God of Scripture. We also believe God deserves our best. Our worship and a/v teams have the opportunity to engage and direct our church family through heartfelt, corporate worship music and excellent service execution. Our goal is to glorify God through well-crafted services, high quality visual and media, and a progressive traditional style of music which incorporates both modernized traditional worship music and theologically rich songs chosen from the best of what is written today.

Questions?

John Bonaventura

John Bonaventura

Director of Worship

Contact John with any questions

Questions?

John Bonaventura

John Bonaventura

Director of Worship

Contact John with any questions

MBC 2018 Worship Concert 

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Baptisms

Baptism

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.

Schedule Your Baptism

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 here is 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.

Questions?

Dave Hentschel

Dave Hentschel

Lead Pastor: Preaching,
Spiritual Formation & Care

Contact Dave with any questions
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