Year-End Giving for 2026

Firmly Planted, Growing Together, Made to Multiply in 2026.
Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2024-25.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth &

bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2024-25

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Leadership Development

Missional Compassion

Next Generation

Local Outreach

Campus Upgrades

MBC is thrilled to be a part of the emerging growth of God’s redemption and mission for our church.

We pray that you catch this vision with us to bring His light into this dark area. To that end, we invite you to partner with us and prayerfully consider a special year-end gift. Your contribution will enable us to expand our ministry through both Gospel Demonstration and Gospel Proclamation. In the year 2025, we will accomplish our vision of increased cultural engagement by equipping the MBC body of believers, working with our local and global partners, and continuing campus upgrades.

Serving Him Together, Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob

Vision for 2026

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment so we may be firmly planted, growing together, and sharing God’s love to everyone. We envision that your generous contributions for the five initiatives we outline below will deepen our congregation’s love for God, widen our love for each other, and live tall so we may be a beacon of hope to the community here where we are planted.

Please take a look below to see what MBC has in store for 2026.

Because of

Your Generosity

We are filled with joy for an incredible 2025 at MBC!

As we reflect on the remarkable year that has unfolded, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for your unwavering support. Thanks to your generosity, our sanctuary now boasts a state-of-the-art speaker system that enhances the worship experience for everyone who enters. The launch of the Awana children’s program marks a significant milestone in nurturing the spiritual growth of our youngest members. “Contend,” our first ever apologetics conference, was a resounding success, providing a platform for intellectual exploration and equipping us for cultural engagement. The inception of our first ALPHA course has already begun, and we launched our first wave of Divorcecare, and we are excited about the journey ahead. With your support, our digital outreach has flourished, gaining new YouTube subscribers and introducing shorts and inspiring youth podcasts to a wider audience. Your contributions enabled a group of young adults to attend the transformative Passion Conference, fostering spiritual growth and community. Additionally, we are proud to announce a meaningful partnership with “Young Lives,” supporting teenage mothers as they navigate the challenges of parenthood. Your impact is immeasurable, and we extend our heartfelt appreciation for making these endeavors possible.

Firmly Planted

Strategy 1: Strengthen the MBC Discipleship System

Develop and Expand the Discipleship Cluster: This initiative builds a healthy discipleship leadership community through monthly cluster gatherings focused on prayer, collaboration, and shared learning. By the end of Year 1, we will finalize a clear discipleship framework and implementation plan that unifies our ministries around a common vision for spiritual growth.
Evaluate and Refine MBC Discipleship Programs: We will complete a church-wide evaluation of all discipleship environments using tools like the Discipleship Spaces Inventory. Quarterly reviews will help us stay effective and aligned. By Year 1, we will present a refined plan for adult education and small groups. Over the following years, we aim to launch new discipleship opportunities, expand small-group leadership, introduce an online formation portal, pilot a “Discipleship Lab,” and help half the congregation complete spiritual gift assessments. This also includes developing a clear discipleship pathway for new believers.
Implement a Discipleship Assessment Tool and Customized Growth Plans: By the end of Year 2, we will launch a discipleship assessment to help individuals identify their next steps. Our goal is for at least 50% of active attendees to complete it by Year 3. We will also create a simple discipleship plan for new believers and offer personalized growth pathways to at least 30% of the congregation.
Grow the Radical Mentoring Program: We will expand the men’s Radical Mentoring program by increasing leadership and participation each year. In parallel, we will design and launch a women’s mentoring pathway—through Radical Mentoring, Growing Together, or another trusted model—by the end of Year 3.
Equip All Ministry Leaders to Be Disciple-Makers: This initiative focuses on raising up leaders who invest in others. We will explore training opportunities and encourage every ministry leader to disciple an apprentice. By Year 1 leaders complete core training, by Year 2 each identifies someone to disciple, and by Year 3 those disciples begin investing in others—creating a multiplying culture of growth.

Strategy 2: Explore Educational Expansion Opportunities at MBC

Conduct Research and a Feasibility Study for an MBC Theological Certificate Program: We will explore potential models, partners, and curriculum options to determine if a church-based theological certificate program is the right next step for MBC.
Present a Certificate Program Plan by the End of Year 2: After research is completed, we will present a clear, structured proposal outlining the vision, design, and cost of a potential certificate program.
Explore Additional Educational Partnerships: We will pursue partnerships with organizations such as Virtues Campus or Faith Center for the Arts to expand learning opportunities for students, creatives, and young adults.
Resource MBC Through Book Resources: We will curate recommended authors by the end of Year 1 and recruit a volunteer team to lead the bookstore effort. By Year 2, we plan to have a functioning system and stocked inventory. By Year 3, we aim to launch an online store and Amazon-based reading list to make discipleship resources accessible to the entire church.

Celebrating Christ

for Spiritual Growth

Cultivating the Christian Life!

In the realm of spiritual formation, this year has been nothing short of transformative. Our journey on Sunday mornings has taken us through Ecclesiastes, Philippians, Ephesians 6 (Spiritual Warfare), the Psalms, and Ezra Nehemiah and has offered profound insights, fostering a deeper understanding of Scripture and its relevance to our lives. The launch of numerous new small groups has created intimate spaces for fellowship, prayer, and shared spiritual growth, connecting members in meaningful ways. Our adult education program has flourished, providing intellectual and spiritual nourishment with the introduction of a new course on church history and an enlightening seminar on the book of Joshua. These initiatives have not only broadened our knowledge but have also ignited a collective passion for continuous learning and spiritual exploration.

Growing Together

Strategy 1: Implement a Comprehensive Assimilation Strategy

Strengthen Follow-Up with Newcomers: We aim to ensure that newcomers feel seen and welcomed quickly. Our goal is to follow up with at least 90% of first-time visitors within two weeks of attending, creating a simple but meaningful first touchpoint that encourages ongoing connection.
Track and Improve Visitor Retention: This initiative focuses on monitoring the journey of new attendees over 6- and 12-month periods. By measuring retention trends, we can better understand how effectively people are integrating into church life and identify where additional support or connection may be needed.
Practice the “3-Minute Rule” Church-Wide: To cultivate a welcoming culture, ministry leaders will intentionally seek out newcomers within the first three minutes after each service—before greeting familiar faces. Monthly accountability helps reinforce this habit, ensuring that hospitality becomes a natural rhythm of church life.
Launch a “Connection Coach” Ministry: We will develop a team of trained Connection Coaches—lay leaders or elder shepherds—who walk alongside newcomers during their first 3–6 months at MBC. These coaches will help individuals find community, navigate ministries, and build meaningful relationships during their early season with us.
Preach Regularly on Belonging and Community: At least twice a year, the preaching calendar will include messages centered on connection, unity, and dismantling isolation or cliques. These sermons help reinforce our shared responsibility to create a welcoming, others-focused culture.
Launch a Pastor’s Small Group for Newcomers: By the end of Year 2, we will begin a recurring small group designed specifically for newcomers, led by pastoral staff. This environment—supplemented by informal meetups like lunches or breakfasts—will help new attendees build relationships with leadership and one another.
Expand Bridge Offerings: “The Bridge”, our introductory environment for those new or exploring MBC, will increase to six gatherings per year. These bi-monthly offerings create consistent opportunities for people to learn our story and take their next step into community.
Increase Membership Class Opportunities: We will offer membership classes twice yearly, in the Fall and Spring, while also exploring options for a digital or hybrid membership class to make the process more accessible for busy schedules.
Increase Connection Events Throughout the Year: To foster deeper belonging, we will grow from one to three annual connection events. These “Belonging Events” will bring long-time members and newer attendees together for meals, stories, bonfires, and shared activities—offering regular, relational on-ramps throughout the year.

Strategy 2: Expand Counseling and Care Ministries

Launch a Support Group for Families and Teens: By the end of Year 1, we will launch a new support group for families and teens experiencing challenges, led by Johnny Graves. This ministry aims to offer encouragement, tools, and Christ-centered care.
Increase Support Group Offerings: We will expand our care environments by exploring groups such as Celebrate Recovery and offering GriefShare two to three times per year, beginning in Year 2. Using “Blue Christmas” events as entry points, our goal is to grow GriefShare participation by 50% over three years.
Launch a Year-Round Visitation Ministry: A dedicated visitation ministry will begin by the end of Year 1, providing consistent support to those who are homebound or in crisis. We aim to increase care-team volunteer participation by 50% by Q4 2025.
Expand Stephen Ministry Assignments: To meet the growing needs of our congregation, we will increase Stephen Ministry assignments by 25%, with a particular focus on raising up more male caregivers.
Initiate MBC Pulse Surveys: We will periodically assess the emotional, spiritual, and mental health of our church through MBC Pulse surveys. These insights will help connect individuals with the right support—whether small groups, counseling, or specialized care ministries.
Promote Biblical Counseling Training for Laypeople: We will explore and recommend training opportunities—such as those offered by the Association of Biblical Counselors (ABC)—so that lay leaders can be equipped to offer wise, grounded, gospel-centered care.

Strategy 3: Expand On-Campus Connection Spaces

Create New Indoor and Outdoor Gathering Spaces: To encourage organic connection, we will identify and develop two new gathering spaces by the end of Year 3. Potential ideas include a firepit fellowship area, an outdoor café near the YFMB, “Porch Talks” seating spaces, or a garden/park near the Education Building.
Expand the Welcome Center into a Full Connection Center: By transforming the Welcome Center into a more interactive Connection Center, we aim to help attendees more easily navigate the MBC App, discover ministries, and find next steps. These upgrades will be completed by the end of Year 3.

Strategy 4: Enhance Digital Engagement

Launch a “Connections Podcast”: We will introduce a monthly podcast highlighting MBC members, ministries, and stories. Ongoing engagement metrics will help us refine and grow its reach.
Improve Photo Directory Accuracy: Our goal is to increase the accuracy and completeness of the church photo directory by 50% by the end of Year 2, strengthening community connections.
Enable Live Online Chat During Services: By the end of Year 2, we will add a moderated live chat feature to online services, allowing digital attendees to receive prayer, ask questions, and build connections in real time.
Send Quarterly Digital Invitations to Events: Beginning in Year 2, the church will send quarterly digital invitations to encourage online participants to attend in-person gatherings and take relational next steps.
Increase Online-to-In-Person Engagement: Through intentional communication and follow-up, we aim to increase digital-to-physical engagement by 20% by the end of Year 3.
Research Best Digital Ministry Practices: We will evaluate leading digital tools and platforms—such as CHOP, Church Online Platform, Discipleship IQ, and Moodle—to strengthen online ministry and discipleship.
Add Digital Resource Tutorials: To help our congregation navigate digital tools, we will produce simple “how-to” video tutorials covering the MBC App, online groups, livestream access, and more.

Matthew 19:14

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Made to Multiply

Strategy One: Develop a Robust Disability Ministry Program

Build a Cross-Ministry Disability Leadership Team: We will assemble a Disability Leadership Team made up of leaders from kids, teens, care, hospitality, and outreach ministries. Beginning in Fall 2025, this team will meet regularly to guide implementation, align ministries, and cultivate a unified disability-focused culture. Team members will explore shared learning opportunities such as the Disability and the Church Conference and work through key resources like Accessible Church together.
Partner with Joni and Friends for Church-Wide Mindset Shifts: In Year 1, MBC will partner with Joni and Friends to help shape a church-wide vision for disability inclusion. This partnership includes bi-monthly coaching calls, developing ministry-wide disability guidelines, and planning a “Disability Awareness Sunday” tied to a message or sermon series. The team will also create a disability intake form to better understand congregational needs and complete a comprehensive facility audit by Spring 2026 to identify needed improvements.
Create Service and Connection Opportunities for Families Affected by Disability: Over Years 2 and 3, we will launch new relational and support-oriented environments both inside MBC and in the broader community. These include a quarterly “Disability Dads” group—with potential to expand— a quarterly “Parents’ Night Out / Respite” program for families, and a “5:1 Care Ministry” that connects families with trained support partners. We will also survey local schools, hospitals, and the VA in Basking Ridge to learn how MBC can better serve disability needs in our community.
Develop Training on Disability Ethics and Care: By Year 3, MBC will launch a training program focused on genetic and disability ethics, with reproducible resources that can be used church-wide. This topic will be included annually in the preaching calendar, and long-term vision includes creating a regional “Center for Disability” to equip churches within our denomination and beyond.

Strategy Two: Cultivate a Mindset Shift Toward Evangelism and Outreach

Build and Empower a Local Outreach Team: By Spring 2026, we will recruit a Local Outreach Team to serve as champions for outreach initiatives. This group will generate ideas, support implementation, and help small group leaders incorporate outreach into their rhythms. A short sermon series will accompany an outreach campaign to inspire and motivate the congregation toward evangelistic engagement.
Offer Ongoing Training and Outreach Courses: From Years 1–3, we will roll out a rotating calendar of training programs such as Colson Fellows, Christianity Explored, and Tactics. Our goal is to train 25+ people through the Colson Fellows Affiliate Program and to run Christianity Explored—or an equivalent course—twice annually at strategic times.
Build Strategic Community Partnerships: We will form partnerships that help MBC meaningfully serve local needs. This includes creating a Charter Day outreach team and designing follow-up opportunities, hosting a 175th Anniversary community event, assessing needs in nursing homes and retirement communities, and collaborating with local partners like the VA through leaders such as Yvonne Lai.
Implement Church-Wide Outreach Initiatives: Each year, MBC will host one large event that mobilizes a significant portion of the congregation—such as a Summer Fest-style gathering. Additionally, we will develop more consistent monthly service opportunities through partnerships like City Relief to meet ongoing needs in our region.
Create On-Ramp Activities for Non-Christians: We will design welcoming, low-barrier environments that invite non-Christians to engage with MBC, such as a “Spiritual Movie Night,” professional seminars hosted by skilled attenders, and an annual Coffee House event featuring local artists and Ridge High School students. After each initiative, we will evaluate its effectiveness and refine accordingly.
Launch “Underground Sessions on the Road”: In partnership with Ratio Christi, we will take Underground Sessions to local college campuses. This begins by hosting Corey Miller for an outreach event at Rutgers or Princeton, followed by a Sunday sermon and a parent seminar in Spring 2026.

Strategy Three: Invest in Young Leaders, Under-Resourced Churches, and Global Missions

Develop a Vocational Discipleship Mentoring Program: MBC will create a mentoring environment where seasoned professionals disciple high school students, college students, and young adults in understanding their work as mission. This includes launching intergenerational roundtable gatherings—such as within Band of Brothers—to foster conversations about calling and marketplace ministry.
Support and Strengthen Local Churches Through Our Network: We will assess needs within the Venture Church Network Mid-Atlantic and support churches through training, consulting, revitalization, conferences, or church planting—wherever our resources can make the greatest impact.
Expand Global Missions Engagement Through WorldVenture: MBC will deepen our partnership with WorldVenture by supporting their missionary training efforts and expanding our global missions footprint. This includes hosting a Missions Conference in Fall 2025 tied to our 175th Anniversary and encouraging a renewed call to missions from within our congregation, as well as beginning regular giving to WorldVenture’s Global Fund.

Mark 16:15

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Featuring

Contend Conference 2025

January 2025

How do you Contend for the faith?

The Contend Conference

Pickleball Expansion

Local Outreach

Contend Conference, 2025
In January of 2023 we hosted our first ever CONTEND CONFERENCE—what a success! More than 200 people attended and we had over 75 volunteers! Amazing. We accomplished the goal of being an equipper, not just for our church, but for our region. In January of 2025, we will host our second Contend Conference and it will be headlined by Alisa Childers. We hope to add tracks for kids and teens and also to partner with local churches and our denomination – Venture Church Network. Our prayer is that this conference will be bigger and have more impact than the first! Of course, this comes with a cost and so we pray that you will give to make this a reality.

Digital Outreach.
You may have noticed that more and more people are going digital. Over the last year we have updated, invested in, and expanded our digital ministry footprint. If you’ve missed it, check out our MBC YouTube page—MBCUNHINDERED. In this creative new field, more people are discovering MBC and hearing about the love of Jesus! This year we want to continue investing in this crucial tool—especially for our local community. Targeting our content locally costs money—and we are interested in connecting with people locally. We will also invest in production equipment so we can produce high quality videos with the purpose of equipping the saints and reaching the lost for the Gospel.

Pickleball Expansion.
Across the USA—pickleball has become a phenomenon. Everyone, young and older, seems to be captured by this cultural movement. We don’t want to ignore this natural touchpoint for building relationships with those outside our walls. Last year, we simply painted some courts in our parking lot … and people noticed. Neighbors showed up and people invited friends. It became clear this is a prime way to introduce people to the church. This year, we want to invest in more equipment, facilities, and promotion of pickleball “evangelism.” Who knows what God will do!

1st Timothy 6:17-19

“As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.”

Campus Upgrades

HVAC Upgrades

In envisioning a future of elevated comfort, our commitment extends to other areas of campus. We wish to enhance our indoor sanctuary and offices with state-of-the-art air handlers and HVAC equipment, ensuring a haven for all who grace our space.

Outdoor Fellowship Spaces

Our vision extends further still, weaving nature into our campus tapestry. With unwavering dedication, we’ll transform outdoor spaces with additional seating and outdoor furnishings, fostering an environment conducive to unity and fellowship. We will do so while adding to the already picturesque landscape and beauty that surrounds us and the community that unites us.

YFMB AV enhancements & Other Campus Upgrades
At Millington Baptist Church, we recognize the transformative power of technology in advancing our ministry. Over the past decade, our reliance on technology has deepened, unveiling opportunities to better serve our community. Our Youth and Family Ministry Building, a hub of vibrant activities, currently boasts audio-video systems that have faithfully served for over 10 years. However, with the growing demand and increased facility usage, it has become evident that a substantial upgrade is essential to continue fostering an enriching environment.

The heart of our vision lies in enhancing the audio-video capabilities of the Youth and Family Ministry Great Room. This space, where connections are forged and spiritual growth flourishes, deserves cutting-edge technology to meet our usage demands and outreach efforts. We envision a collaborative environment that harnesses the full potential of modern audio-video solutions.

Podcast Studio Upgrade
Moreover, we aspire to rejuvenate our podcast studio, a dynamic platform that has emerged as a powerful tool for ministering to our community. Recognizing its profound impact on those in remote areas or beyond our geographic reach, we aim to bring this vital ministry to new heights. Upgrading the podcast studio’s equipment will not only enhance the quality of our content but also expand our outreach, reaching individuals who seek spiritual connection outside the physical confines of our church.

Conference Room Furniture

To enhance this vision, let’s join hands in acquiring a new conference room table and ergonomic chairs accommodating up to 16 guests. Your support ensures greater comfort and functionality, transforming our Youth & Family Ministry building into a hub of inspired gatherings.

We humbly seek the support of our congregation. Through prayerful consideration, we ask for your backing in acquiring the necessary resources to make these upgrades a reality. By investing in advanced projectors and A/V components, as well as the latest in conference room furnishings, we aim to create an immersive environment that fosters spiritual growth, community engagement, and global outreach.

Together, let us embark on this journey of technological advancement, propelling Millington Baptist Church into a future where our ministry’s impact knows no bounds. Your support is pivotal in realizing this vision, and we believe that with upgraded technology, we can continue to spread the message of love, faith, and community to all corners of the world.

HVAC Repair

Outdoor Spaces

Conference Room Furnishings

Podcast Studio Updates

Microphone

Video Switcher

Camera & Lens

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment with us as we Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God.

Year End Giving for 2026

Questions?

Kristie Gall

Administrative & Financial Manager

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Year-End Giving for 2025

Firmly Planted, Growing Together, Made to Multiply in 2025.
Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Operations

Evangelism

MBC is thrilled to be a part of the emerging growth of God’s redemption and mission for our church.

In the year 2025, we will accomplish our vision of increased cultural engagement by equipping the MBC body of believers, working with our local and global partners, and continuing campus upgrades.

We are thrilled to announce that in 2026, Millington Baptist Church will be celebrating its 175th anniversary! For nearly two centuries, God has been faithful to our church, guiding us through seasons of growth, change, and impact in our community. This milestone is not only a testament to His grace but also to the legacy of faithfulness passed down through generations of believers. As we look ahead to this special anniversary, we invite you to join us in celebrating our rich history and anticipating the future God has in store for our church. Stay tuned for more details as we prepare to commemorate this incredible journey!

Serving Him Together, Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob

Vision for 2025

Please take a look below to see what
MBC has in store for 2025.

Because of

Your Generosity

We are filled with joy for an incredible 2024 at MBC!

2024 was a remarkable year of growth for MBC, both in terms of impact and spiritual depth. MBC’s call to advance the Kingdom of God in NJ is accomplished through your support in time, talent and treasure. Thank you for your radical generosity! The list of all God did this past year is breathtaking. We began a partnership with Buxmont Christian Counseling Center, allowing many people to find healing. Our summer internship program trained three interns for leadership in the church and marketplace. MBC was able to provide educational scholarship our partner organization, Street Hope Alive, as well as funding for a summer sports camp in Romania through Josiah Venture. The next generation was empowered through our Youth Summer Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic and our AWANA program continues to flourish. Finally, our Digital Outreach ministries continue to spread the Gospel through podcasts and videos, and our Pickle ball ministry has connected many into deeper community. Praise God for what he did through your generosity!

Church Operations

Effective Management for Ministry Growth
Millington Baptist Church has a long history of serving the community and fostering spiritual growth. To continue this mission, we have multiple areas of our ministry that we will use to expand the kingdom.

Raising our next generation leaders:
Internship Program Expansion
Last summer marked the first year of a revitalized internship program at MBC. We took on three internships in the ministry areas of worship, youth ministry, and production arts. In additional to their practical experience, these interns participating in a biblical worldview training course to prepare them for ministry in the church or marketplace.

This program was a success and this year we envision an expansion. We want to double our interns in a variety of ministry fields. Our goal is to train and raise up a new generation of Christian leaders who will guide the people of God within, or outside the walls of the church. You giving will help fund this program in the coming year.

Welcome our New
Director of Discipleship & Connections
We are excited to welcome Amy Huber as our new Director of Discipleship and Connections, starting January 1, 2025. Amy brings a wealth of experience in student engagement and spiritual development, having served in various roles that foster belonging and growth within the church community. Her passion for helping others connect, grow in their faith, and build meaningful relationships will be a tremendous asset to our ministry. Please join us in welcoming Amy to the team as we look forward to the impact she will have in shaping our discipleship and connection ministries!

Download our new & improved
MBC Church App (CHMS)
We are excited to introduce our new church database system and app upgrade, known as CHMS (Church Management Software)! This powerful tool will enhance our ability to connect, engage, and serve our church community more effectively. With CHMS, we will streamline our administrative processes, improve communication, and provide a user-friendly experience for our members.
The upgraded app will allow you to easily access important information, register for events, manage your giving, and connect with small groups and ministries. We believe that CHMS will not only improve our operational efficiency but also foster a deeper sense of community among our congregation. We look forward to rolling out this new system and app, and we can’t wait to see how it will help us grow in our mission to serve and connect with one another!

Enrich Your Advent Season: Daily Reflections on the Gospel of Luke
MBC’s devotional Book for the Advent season
This Advent season, we invite you to journey with us through our new devotional, inspired by the Gospel of Luke and thoughtfully written by members of our congregation. We hope that as you read and reflect on these devotionals, you will find new wonder and peace in the Savior who came for you. May these reflections enrich your heart as you celebrate the gift of Christ this Christmas. If you’d like to get a copy on Amazon click HERE

The MBC Internship program is growing!

Amy Huber

Director of Discipleship & Connections

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Celebrating Christ

for Spiritual Growth

Cultivating the Christian Life!

In the realm of spiritual formation, this year has been nothing short of transformative. Our journey on Sunday mornings in 2024 has taken us through the entire Gospel of Luke and the Book of Revelation, offering profound insights and fostering a deeper understanding of Scripture and its relevance to our lives. The launch of numerous new small groups has created intimate spaces for fellowship, prayer, and shared spiritual growth, connecting members in meaningful ways. Our adult education program has flourished, providing intellectual and spiritual nourishment with courses on ‘How to Read the Bible,’ an enlightening eschatology seminar, and a Financial Peace University (FPU) class. These initiatives have not only broadened our knowledge but also ignited a collective passion for continuous learning and spiritual exploration.

Local Compassion

Faith-based mobile front-line provider of homeless

City Relief

City Relief (CR) is one of our strategic local partner ministries—and they do amazing work! They are a faith-based mobile front-line provider of homeless services that operates in communities where individuals are struggling and need support. Our vision is to create a world where everyone has a place to call home, the support to thrive, and the opportunity to give back.
One of the communities they seek to impact in Newark, NJ. CR is set to expand its outreach efforts in Newark, with the goal of launching two weekly direct service opportunities and establishing an office space in the city to provide more sustained services. Through these initiatives, we expect to serve at least 70 people each week, welcoming them into a safe community where they can access essential resources such as meals, socks, and hygiene kits, and much more.
How can MBC help? To effectively serve the Newark community, CR needs to hire additional staff, invest in outreach and other startup costs, and allocate a budget for increased ongoing programmatic expenses to support our services in Newark. By adding a Newark Programs Manager and Coordinator, CR can transition from monthly street engagements to consistent weekly outreach efforts.
You giving will reach the poor and unhoused in Newark this year!

We are launching
Grief Share!
We are excited to announce the launch of a GriefShare ministry at Millington Baptist Church next year. GriefShare is a caring support group designed to help those who have experienced the loss of a loved one. This Christ-centered program offers encouragement, understanding, and healing through practical resources and compassionate community. Whether you are grieving a recent loss or continuing to work through your grief, GriefShare provides a safe place to share, learn, and find hope in Christ. Stay tuned for more details as we prepare to begin this important ministry.

Matthew 19:14

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Brick & Mortar

3027 Valley Road Purchase
For many years, the church has had a long-term vision of acquiring adjacent properties to create opportunities for future growth and expansion. This strategic plan has been driven by the desire to ensure that the church can continue to meet the needs of its congregation and community as it grows. One of the key steps in this vision was the acquisition of nearby properties, which would allow for greater flexibility in the development of new programs, facilities, or services.

This year, we are excited to announce that we have successfully completed the first phase of this vision with the purchase of the house at 3027 Valley Road. This milestone marks a significant achievement in our efforts to prepare for future growth, as it positions us to utilize the surrounding space in ways that align with the church’s mission and goals. The acquisition of this property brings us closer to realizing the larger plan for expansion, which we believe will benefit not only our church family but the community at large.

Thanks to careful financial planning and the availability of assets, we are pleased to share that this purchase was completed without the need for financing. This means that the church is able to move forward in a fiscally responsible manner, free from additional debt, and remain focused on our vision for the future. This is a blessing and a testament to the resources and support we have been fortunate to receive over the years.

The house, which was cherished for many years, is currently undergoing construction with direction from Mark Melillo. We are thrilled to share that the renovations are nearing completion, and we look forward to seeing the updated space fully realized soon.

Financial Covenants
Church finances often consist of various funds designated for specific purposes, earmarked funds if you will. After careful review, the finance team and elder board identified some long-term funds and made the decision to un-restrict a portion of them to assist in the cash purchase of 3027 Valley Road. This decision was made with the commitment to restore those funds to their original accounts and purposes.

To ensure this, the finance team has established quarterly goals to fully replenish the funds by the end of the fiscal year. While this is an ambitious target, the team is confident that, with the continued generosity of our congregation, the funds will be restored as planned

K&M Maintenance Contract
As the campus continues to expand in both numbers and size, the amount of onsite activities is also increasing. With the growth of events and people on campus, our facilities will naturally require more upkeep and attention. In October, we were excited to announce a new partnership with KM Maintenance Company. KM will provide us with a staff member onsite every weekday for miscellaneous cleaning projects, room setups, and smaller tasks.

Additionally, there will be a dedicated person responsible for managing cleaning across the entire campus to ensure continuity. KM Maintenance is a local company that truly cares about the community and the presentation of our campus. They also service other large facilities, such as Summit Medical Group and Liberty Corner Presbyterian Church. With their impressive responsiveness, KM Maintenance is well-equipped to manage the many large projects occurring around campus.

3027 Valley Road

Financial Covenants

K & M Maintenance Contract

Next Generation

Radical Mentoring
We are excited to continue our Radical Mentoring program at Millington Baptist Church in the coming year, helping men grow deeper in their faith through intentional discipleship, accountability, and community. Radical Mentoring has been transformative for many, and we’re committed to continuing this life-changing journey.
In addition, we are launching a new follow-up program designed for those who have completed Radical Mentoring. This second-year program will focus on continued spiritual growth, leadership development, and practical ways to live out your faith in all areas of life. Stay tuned for more information as we equip men to take the next step in their walk with Christ!

Passion Conference
The next generations (or young adults) are not the future leaders of the church, they are already the leaders of the church. They need to be empowered to go out and lead with courage and boldness now as our church desperately needs to minister to the next generation. Our culture is pulling them in with all it’s might and we need to train our young leaders today to disciple and win people for Christ.
We will prepare our young adults to lead and walk by faith through our new initiative of a bi weekly small group as well as sending them out to the passion conference in Atlanta Georgia in January. May the Lord bless these endeavors as our next generation of leaders are being equipped.

Mark 16:15

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Global Missions

Senegal
At MBC, missions is part of our heartbeat. We love when people come to know Jesus, and we love when the Kingdom of God is built in very tangible ways. Specifically, MBC has a strategic focus on Senegal, West Africa. We support World Partner missionaries in the country and we partner with a local congregation in their evangelisms efforts in rural Senegalese villages.
This year, we feel led to give above and beyond to support the Bartimee Hospital in the strategic city of Thies. Your giving will help us purchase critical medical equipment, meeting the physical needs of the Senegalese people. The Lord calls us to proclaim the Gospel—he also calls us to be Salt and Light as we demonstrate the Gospel by caring for the poor.

Youth Mission Trip
As our teenagers are growing in their faith and taking this as a personal relationship with their maker, their hearts to serve and bless others are growing as well. Our summer mission trips are always a highlight of our students summer as they go out of their comfort zone and typical day to go serve the Lord where he calls us. Our church support not only allows them to go but allows encourages them knowing the church truly cares about them and their walk with the Lord.

1st Timothy 6:17-19

Evangelism

Contend Conference
Living your public life as a Christian in not easy! Each year new challenges arise as the culture grows increasing hostile to our faith. What do we do? In 2023, MBC hosted it’s first “Contend Conference” to great effect. The goal of this conference is “equipping the saints the engage the skeptics.” This involves the areas of cultural engagement, apologetics and public theology. We believe MBC has the resource to lead regionally in this area and bless other churches!
Our keynote speaker is Alisa Childers, a popular author and sough after speaker on these topics. The theme is “resisting the drift” in both culture and theology. With your generosity through time, talents and treasure, we hope increase our impact up to 30% through live attenders and livestream participants.
In recent memory, it has never been more important to ground yourself with a robust Biblical Worldview to influence the outside world for the Gospel. Your generosity will change our world!

Colson Fellows Affiliate
As a follow up to the Contend Conference, MBC plans to launch a Colson Fellows Training Program in summer of 2025. What is the Colson Fellows Program? Here is how the Colson Center for Christian Worldview describes it:
“Colson Fellows from across the globe complete a rigorous course of study that begins each July and concludes with their commissioning in May of the following year. In this ten month program, candidates follow a daily curriculum that is carefully curated and updated each year, read 12-14 books, and attend two live webinars each month with leading Christian thinkers in which they are able to engage in a lively, free-flowing exchange of ideas.”
We are praying for 10 members from MBC to participate in this program. The training will equip each person as a Christ follower in the marketplace to influence the world with the Gospel.
Your giving will help to cover some of the tuition costs for our participants! By extension, you will bless others and transform lives.

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment with us as we Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God.

Year End Giving

Questions?

Kristie Gall

Administrative & Financial Manager

Contact Kristie with any questions

Year-End Giving for 2024

Firmly Planted, Growing Together, Made to Multiply in 2024-25.
Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2024-25.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth &

bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2024-25

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Leadership Development

Missional Compassion

Next Generation

Local Outreach

Campus Upgrades

MBC is thrilled to be a part of the emerging growth of God’s redemption and mission for our church.

We pray that you catch this vision with us to bring His light into this dark area. To that end, we invite you to partner with us and prayerfully consider a special year-end gift. Your contribution will enable us to expand our ministry through both Gospel Demonstration and Gospel Proclamation. In the year 2024, we will accomplish our vision of increased cultural engagement by equipping the MBC body of believers, working with our local and global partners, and continuing campus upgrades.

Serving Him Together, Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob

Vision for 2024-25

Please take a look below to see what MBC has in store for 2024-25.

Because of

Your Generosity

We are filled with joy for an incredible 2023 at MBC!

Fostering Leadership & Emotional Well-being

Millington Baptist Church has a long history of serving the community and fostering spiritual growth. To continue this mission, we propose two significant improvements to enhance leadership development within our congregation.

Partnership with a Biblical Counseling Center
We suggest establishing a strategic partnership with a respected Biblical counseling center, allowing us to provide essential biblical mental health support to our congregation. In today’s challenging times, mental and emotional well-being is paramount, and as a faith community, we are committed to offering comprehensive support. Collaborating with a counseling center grounded in biblical principles will create a safe and nurturing space for our members to seek guidance, healing, and spiritual support. This initiative will empower our leadership to minister more effectively to the emotional and psychological needs of our congregation, fortifying our spiritual foundation.

Generously Funded Internship Program
To inject fresh momentum, youth, and vibrancy into our church staff, we propose the establishment of a generously funded internship program. This program will serve as a platform for emerging leaders to gain practical experience in various facets of church leadership. By investing in this initiative, we not only nurture the development of the next generation of leaders but also invigorate our congregation with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. This infusion of youthful enthusiasm will bring renewed vitality to Millington Baptist Church, attracting more young members and expanding our reach.

This proposal will strengthen the spiritual and emotional well-being of our members while infusing our church with dynamic energy. We believe these enhancements will empower us to better serve our community, making our congregation a beacon of hope and support in an increasingly complex world.

Counseling Center

Partnership

The MBC Internship program is growing!

Celebrating Christ

for Spiritual Growth

Cultivating the Christian Life!

Street Hope Alive

Missional Compassion

Street Hope Alive

Street Hope Alive (SHA) is a new local partner ministry that MBC supports in Paterson, NJ. The organization was founded in 2011 with the goal of offering hope and building relationships that lead to life transformation. Their mission simple: “We are committed to meeting the needs of youth living through a variety of activities and curriculum. Our ultimate goal is to promote personal development, spiritual renewal and community restoration. This year MBC wants to partner with SHA by providing educational funding so that students can receive a quality education based in a Christian worldview.

Josiah Venture

Josiah Venture is a youth-based ministry primarily in Eastern Europe. MBC Supports several partners who are in ROMANIA. This year, we are going above and beyond to suport Bogdan and Diana Anton as they launch their EDGE sports programs in Romania. EDGE Sports is focused on “intentional disciple-making through church based sports.” At these camps, leaders actively share to Gospel of Jesus Christ and then connect people to the local church where they can be discipled. Several goals this year are to raise up more coaches, which is very important for the boys who do not have fathers in their homes. Help us be part of God’s story in Romania this year!

If you’d like more information on the EDGE program, click the button below to see their newsletter.

Matthew 19:14

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Next Generation

Rush Mission Trip 2024, Dominican Republic
Each year the Rush (MBC Teen Ministry) goes out on mission for a week in the summer. Over the years they’ve gone to Houston, Denver, New Haven and more. All these trips have provided an incredible experience for the students to serve the Lord in a place that is new to them and that opens their eyes to what the world is like elsewhere. They can see how others struggle and are in need differently than they do at home.

For this upcoming summer we will be even more so expanding our student’s exposure to the world and those in great need of Jesus by traveling to the Dominican Republic. An experience in a third world country is a great opportunity for our students to see a different kind of poverty and need that they cannot find in an area near them. This will result in a greater understanding of the importance of compassion and empathy, and teach them to have gratitude and contentment in their own lives.

While on this trip they will be able to serve the communities in dire need of support in physical and spiritual needs. We will serve with a ministry called Isaiah 58 (Meals on Wheels) and bring physical food to people in need. We will serve kids in the area with a sports ministry or VBS to bring Jesus to the next generation. Other opportunities will arise while we are there to continue to build up the kingdom of Jesus. We are praying these moments serving the Lord together will provide a faith that is immovable and alive in Jesus.

AWANA Support
With the secular culture around us influencing our kids from various outlets – social media, news, entertainment, even in school curricula- we had a dream to bring another child discipleship opportunity to our church and community.

AWANA stands for “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed” based on 2 Tim 2:15. Awana Clubs is a child discipleship program that is based on the 3 Bs: Belong, Believe, and Become. Children develop spiritual resilience when they feel they belong to Jesus, when they believe in the truth of God’s Word, and then become disciple makers themselves.

Each night at Awana, clubbers have a large group interactive Bible teaching time where the talented teachers lay the foundation of Bible knowledge and truth. During small group time, kids meet with their consistent leaders where they can discuss questions, say memory verses, complete their handbooks, and pray together. Lastly, there is an interactive activity time where kids enjoy games and team building activities. A night at Awana club balances connection, learning the Gospel and having fun to help kids grow relationally and spiritually.

We believe this is a worthwhile ministry to continue at MBC. In order to keep the cost low for parents, we are asking for financial support as we prayerfully plan to continue this in the future.

Teen's Missions 2024

AWANA @ MBC

More Smiles at AWANA

Lets Go AWANA 2024!

Mark 16:15

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Featuring

Contend Conference 2025

January 2025

How do you Contend for the faith?

The Contend Conference

Pickleball Expansion

Local Outreach

1st Timothy 6:17-19

Campus Upgrades

HVAC Upgrades

Outdoor Fellowship Spaces

Conference Room Furniture

HVAC Repair

Outdoor Spaces

Conference Room Furnishings

Podcast Studio Updates

Microphone

Video Switcher

Camera & Lens

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment with us as we Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God.

Year End Giving 2024-25

Questions?

Kristie Gall

Administrative & Financial Manager

Contact Kristie with any questions

old Year-End Giving for 2023

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2023-24.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2022.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth &

bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2022.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Missions Initiatives

Local Outreach

Next Generation

Leadership Development

Campus Upgrades

MBC is thrilled to be a part of the emerging growth of God’s redemption and mission for our church.

We pray that you catch this vision with us to bring His light into this dark area. To that end, we invite you to partner with us and prayerfully consider a special year-end gift. Your contribution will enable us to expand our ministry through both Gospel Demonstration and Gospel Proclamation. In the year 2023, we will accomplish our vision of increased cultural engagement by equipping the MBC body of believers, by working with our local and global partners, and by continuing campus upgrades.

Serving Him Together, Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob

Year End Giving
for 2023-24

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment so we may Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God. We envision that your generous contributions for the five initiatives we outline below will deepen our congregation’s love for God, widen our love for each other, and live tall so we may be a beacon of hope to the community here where we are planted.

Please take a look below to see what MBC has in store for 2024.

Because of

Your Generosity

We are filled with joy for an incredible 2023 at MBC!

You truly embody the words of the apostle Paul; “For I know your eagerness to help… you were ready to give… For God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Cor 9:2-7). Our church has been able to expand our reach to many new visitors through our large outreach events including the Winter Village (NEW), Hare-Raising Egg Party, Summer Adventure, Trunk or Treat, and we hosted 2 Underground Sessions. Our digital outreach has been expanded through The Underground Sessions Podcast, our YouTube channel MBC Unhindered, and our Twitter presence @MBCNewJersey which often happens in our NEW recording studio with our upgraded Wi-Fi system. Our greatest campus improvements were the Fellowship Hall and the MBC Kids Nursery designed for the enjoyment of our young church family and friends. None of this was possible without your generosity.

City Relief

FPO

Missional Compassion

City Relief

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Celebrating Christ

for His provision in 2023

You went above and beyond!

MBC started 2022 as a church body cultivating our Christian life in small groups by working through Pastor Dave & Pastor Bob’s Spiritual Formation Workbook. This launched our year of focusing on discipleship and spiritual growth. Our Sermon Series increased our knowledge and application of God’s Word, exploring the book of 1 Corinthians (DeToxicity) series, understanding the Fruit of the Spirit, and examining the life of David. The Radical Mentoring group, the Tactics class, the Faithfully Different Book discussion, and the Women’s If: Fall Break were additional initiatives that drew our people closer to God and each other. Thank you for investing in MBC’s eternal impact and the spiritual growth of our church family.

Pickleball Expansion

FPO

Contend Conference 2025

FPO

Local Outreach

Contend Conference, 2025

Pickleball Expansion.

??Matthew 19:14

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Next Generation

Rush Mission Trio 2024, Dominican Republic.

Each year the Rush (MBC Teen Ministry) goes out on mission for a week in the summer. Over the years they’ve gone to Houston, Denver, New Haven and more. All these trips have provided an incredible experience for the students to serve the Lord in a place that is new to them and able to open their eyes to what the world is like elsewhere. They can see how others struggle and are in need differently than they do at home.

For this upcoming summer we will be even more so expanding our student’s exposure to the world and those in great need of Jesus by traveling to the Dominican Republic. An experience in a third world country is a great opportunity for our students to see a different kind of poverty and need that they cannot find in an area near them. Hopefully resulting in a greater understanding of the importance of compassion and empathy in their lives. As well as learning to have gratitude and contentment in their own lives.

While on this trip they will be able to serve the communities in dire need of support in physical and spiritual needs. We will serve with a ministry called Isaiah 58 (meals on wheels) and bring physical food to people in need. We will serve the kids in the area with a sports ministry or vbs to bring Jesus to the next generation. Other opportunities will arise while we are there to continue to build up the kingdom of Jesus. Praying these moments serving the Lord together will provide a faith that is immovable and alive in Jesus.

AWANA Support.

With the secular culture around us influencing our kids from various outlets – social media, news, entertainment, even in school curricula- we had a dream to bring another child discipleship opportunity to our church and community.

AWANA stands for “Approved Workman Are Not Ashamed” based on 2 Tim 2:15. Awana Clubs is a child discipleship program that is based on the 3 Bs: Belong, Believe, and Become. Children develop spiritual resilience when they feel they belong to Jesus, when they believe in the truth of God’s Word, and then become disciple makers themselves.

Each night of Awana, clubbers have a large group interactive Bible teaching time where the talented teachers lay the foundation of Bible knowledge and truth. During small group time, kids meet with their consistent leaders where they can discuss questions, say memory verses, complete their handbooks, and pray together. Lastly, there is an interactive activity time where kids enjoy games and team building activities. A night at Awana club balances connection, learning the Gospel and having fun to help kids grow relationally and spiritually.

We believe this is a worthwhile ministry to continue at MBC. In order to keep the cost low for parents, we are asking for financial support as we prayerfully plan to continue this in the future.

AWANA

Domincan Republic Missions trip

FPO

??Mark 16:15

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Fostering Leadership & Emotional Well-being

Partnership with a Biblical Counseling Center

We suggest establishing a strategic partnership with a respected Biblical counseling center, allowing us to provide essential biblical mental health support to our congregation. In today’s challenging times, mental and emotional well-being is paramount, and as a faith community, we are committed to offering comprehensive support. Collaborating with a counseling center grounded in biblical principles will create a safe and nurturing space for our members to seek guidance, healing, and spiritual support. This initiative will empower our leadership to minister more effectively to the emotional and psychological needs of our congregation, fortifying our spiritual foundation.

Generously Funded Internship Program

To inject fresh momentum, youth, and vibrancy into our church staff, we propose the establishment of a generously funded internship program. This program will serve as a platform for emerging leaders to gain practical experience in various facets of church leadership. By investing in this initiative, we not only nurture the development of the next generation of leaders but also invigorate our congregation with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. This infusion of youthful enthusiasm will bring renewed vitality to Millington Baptist Church, attracting more young members and expanding our reach.

Internships

FPO

Leadership

FPO

Counseling Center

FPO

??1st Timothy 6:17-19

Campus Upgrades

YFMB AV enhancements & Other Campus Upgrades

At Millington Baptist Church, we recognize the transformative power of technology in advancing our ministry. Over the past decade, our reliance on technology has deepened, unveiling opportunities to better serve our community. Our youth and family ministry building, a hub of vibrant activities, currently boasts audio-video systems that have faithfully served for over 10 years. However, with the growing demand and increased facility usage, it has become evident that a substantial upgrade is essential to continue fostering an enriching environment.

The heart of our vision lies in enhancing the audio-video capabilities of the youth and family ministry great room. This space, where connections are forged and spiritual growth flourishes, deserves cutting-edge technology to elevate our experiences and outreach efforts. We envision a collaborative environment that harnesses the full potential of modern audio-video solutions.

Podcast Studio upgrade

Moreover, we aspire to rejuvenate our podcast studio, a dynamic platform that has emerged as a powerful tool for ministering to our community. Recognizing its profound impact on those in remote areas or beyond our geographic reach, we aim to bring this vital ministry to new heights. Upgrading the podcast studio’s equipment will not only enhance the quality of our content but also expand our outreach, reaching individuals who seek spiritual connection outside the physical confines of our church.

Conference Room Furniture
To enhance this vision, let’s join hands in acquiring a new conference room table and ergonomic chairs accommodating up to 16 guests. Your support ensures greater comfort and functionality, transforming our youth & family Ministry building into a hub of inspired gatherings.

Youth and Family Ministry Building A/V

Conference Room furnacings

Upgrade Podcast Studio

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment with us as we Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God.

Year End Giving 2023-24

Questions?

Sue Turner

Financial & Donor Relations Manager

Contact Sue with any questions

old Year-End Giving for 2022

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2022.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2022.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth &

bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Planting deep roots in the limitless love of God, 2022.

Partner with us as we sow seeds of faith, cultivate spiritual growth & bear life-giving fruit within our community.

Spiritual Formation

Missions Initiatives

Next Generation

Digital Outreach

Campus Upgrades

MBC is thrilled to be a part of the emerging growth of God’s redemption and mission for our church.

We pray that you catch this vision with us to bring His light into this dark area. To that end, we invite you to partner with us and prayerfully consider a special year-end gift. Your contribution will enable us to expand our ministry through both Gospel Demonstration and Gospel Proclamation. In the year 2023, we will accomplish our vision of increased cultural engagement by equipping the MBC body of believers, by working with our local and global partners, and by continuing campus upgrades.

Serving Him Together, Pastor Dave and Pastor Bob

Year End Giving
for 2023

Please take a look below to see what MBC has in store for 2023.

Because of

Your Generosity

We are filled with joy for an incredible 2021 at MBC!

Currently our financial giving (YTD) is up 20% over the last year! You truly embody the words of the apostle Paul; “For I know your eagerness to help… you were ready to give… For God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Cor 9:2-7). Our church has been able to expand our reach through many new visitors and large outreach events including a 9/11 Memorial Service that welcomed our Mayor and many first responders, a Big Tent Worship Night featuring several talented acoustic guitarist, and we hosted 3 Underground Sessions. We also held 3 informative seminars; “Suffering” with Dr. Jim Owen, “Parenting-Discipling the Next Generation”, and the online adult education course, Tactics. None of this is possible without your generosity.

Intentional Spiritual Formation

At MBC, we have the heart to help people grow deeper in their discipleship of Christ. In 2022, we want to support individuals and groups toward this end in two intentional ways. First, we want to create and distribute a high-quality discipleship manual, customized just for MBC. This workbook is going to be a practical manual for intentional Spiritual Formation and will cover time-tested principles of spiritual growth. This workbook is designed for individual use but is best processed together in a group study setting. We will enjoy a church-wide campaign to this end in 2022. Second, we want to increase our staff at MBC to work in a focused way in the areas of spiritual formation, groups, and counseling, and oversee this important area of our church in an expanded capacity. This year’s end-of-year offering will help fund these exciting new spiritual formation initiatives.

Discipleship Manual

A customized workbook for MBC that will be a practical manual for intentional Spiritual Formation and cover time-tested principles of spiritual growth.

Celebrating Christ

for His provision in 2021

You went above and beyond!

Because of your generosity, we shared the love of God through large outreach efforts like MBC Unhindered, our local COVID mission work, and community events such as our Hare-Raising Easter Egg Party and Trunk-or-Treat events. We celebrated record breaking attendance at our Easter worship services and Summer Adventure kids program! To the delight of our seniors, we resumed our monthly luncheons. We also launched our new YouTube channel and continue to expand our online presence through our website, social media, and multiple podcasts. Our Stephen Ministry and Care Leadership teams provided round the clock support, prayer and encouragement to those in crisis.

Feeding Hands

Through your generosity, MBC plans to purchase two commercial-grade refrigerators which would replace the ones Feeding Hands lost during the storm.

Amoon Sharon’s Alpha Ministries

MBC plans fund 7 new church schools in Pakistan.

Missions Engagement

Local Compassion: Feeding Hands

Earlier this year, Hurricane Ida ravaged parts of Central NJ with heavy rainfall and flooding. This event caused serious damage to the facilities of our local partner, Feeding Hands. This ministry provides food and clothing to hundreds of families in Somerset County. Through your generosity, MBC plans to purchase two commercial-grade refrigerators which would replace the ones Feeding Hands lost during the storm.

Global Outreach

MBC also has a huge heart for Global Outreach and Jesus’ Great Commission: to see the Gospel go to the ends of the earth. In 2022, MBC will be partnering with Amoon Sharon’s Alpha Ministries International, which has a strategic focus in Pakistan. Amoon and his team have a vision to start a church school for children in 50 villages! This year, MBC plans to help Amoon accomplish this goal by funding 7 new church schools in Pakistan, reaching the next generation with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Matthew 19:14

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”

Next Generation

Young Adult Passion Conference.

Our young adults are not the future leaders of the church, they are already the leaders of the church. They need to be empowered to go out with courage and lead with boldness as our church desperately needs to reach our next generation. Our culture actively draws them away from the Gospel so we need to equip our budding leaders to disciple and win people for Christ. With this mission in mind, MBC seeks to play an active role in their spiritual development and provide a way for them to attend the Passion Conference (young adult conference). Let’s support the our young leader’s growth by sending 10 of them to this conference in Atlanta.

Little Footprints Learning Center.

LFLC exists to nurture a love for learning, prepare children for success, and build relationships with families in our community by sharing God’s truth and love. Through your generosity, our scholarships allow families in need to provide their children with the power of a Christ-centered education.

Little Footprints Learning Center

Passion Conference 2022

Let’s support the our young leader's growth by sending 10 of them to this conference in Atlanta.

Mark 16:15

“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”

Screens Disciple

We can ignore the digital revolution reality, or we can engage it with wisdom.

The Gospel Unhindered

We need to get in the game and preach the life-transforming message of the Gospel in a 2022 digital world.

Digital Outreach

As we look ahead to 2022, we must recognize that 2020 altered the way we do ministry. In a post-Covid world, digital ministry will remain a crucial component of spiritual formation AND outreach. Barna President, David Kinnaman authored this nomenclature: “Screens disciple.” In other words, we can ignore the digital revolution reality, or we can engage it with wisdom.

Part of our vision for 2022 is to expand our digital ministry footprint. The strategy will include launching an MBC YouTube channel. This platform is currently the largest search engine for Generation Z (those under 25)—if we want to reach the next generation, we need to create content that reaches into their world. While YouTube is a prime platform, creating engaging videos and online events requires updated equipment, staffing, and studio space. We plan to expand our online content offerings that both trains the insider and draws the outsider.

At the end of the book of Acts, the apostle Paul was in Rome preaching the Gospel and encouraging the believers. As the book ends, we read that he was “proclaiming the kingdom of God and teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness and without hindrance (28:31).” The Gospel was unhindered. And Paul went to the people. Where are the people today? Online. If screens can be used to disciple people, as Kinnaman asserts, then we need to get in the game and preach the life-transforming message of the Gospel in a 2022 digital world.

1st Timothy 6:17-19

Campus Upgrades

Fellowship Hall Face-lift & Other Campus Upgrades

MBC will continue to work on key facilities upgrades and additions through your generous contributions. First is a new vision for the Fellowship Hall, second is to upgrade our WiFi infrastructure, and lastly to upgrade our Nursery.

MBC’s desire is to address the evolving needs of our community, and revolutionize the way we utilize Fellowship Hall, from an area used for breakfast treats and coffee, to a space that can be transformed into endless ministry possibilities.

We envision additional office spaces and a multi-purpose room that can be quickly reconfigured into a variety of gatherings such as for prayer and Bible studies, classes, workshops, worship nights, team building events, meals, and plays to meet the varying needs of our ministries.

Wifi Upgrades

We also desire to make it easier for folks to engage us digitally as we develop a comprehensive network to support our increased use of technologies both now and in the future.

Nursery Refresh

Update and modernize the bathroom
Plush carpeting
New shelving and furniture
Inviting, fresh décor

Fellowship Hall & Nursery Upgrade

MBC will continue to work on key facilities upgrades and additions through your generous contributions.

Upgrade Wifi & Digital Infrastructure

Please ask God to guide your giving and consider making your best possible donation as an investment with us as we Plant Deep Roots in the Limitless Love of God.

Year End Giving 2022

Questions?

Sue Turner

Financial & Donor Relations Manager

Contact Sue with any questions