Momentum is building here at MPC - and it's unmistakably the Holy Spirit at work. He's inviting us to trust Him and create space for more lives to be transformed by the Gospel. This isn't just about us - it's about our children, our community, and countless others who have yet to walk through our doors. The momentum is real. The invitation is clear. It's time to ride this wave. In doing so, we can change lives, deepen our faith and step boldly into God's plan.

The purpose of the Momentum Initiative is to make room for more people to move toward Jesus. 

In the coming weeks, we'll share all the exciting details through a special mailing, this webpage and our Momentum Booklet. Plus, we'll dive into a powerful 7-week sermon series starting October 12th and gather at Vision Gatherings to unpack the vision for the future of our church together. 

The Vision Gatherings will feature the same inspiring content, so you will only need to register for one date.

KEY DATES
Mark your calendar so you don't miss these exciting moments:

• Sunday, October 12: Momentum Initiative Launch
• Thursday, October 16: Vision Gathering at 10am
• Sunday, October 19: Vision Gathering at 6pm
• Tuesday, October 21: Vision Gathering at 6pm
• Friday, November 14: Day of Prayer
• Sunday, November 16: Commitment Sunday
• Sunday, November 30: Celebration Sunday

NEXT STEPS

• Ask the Lord how He's calling you to be part of this journey. 
• Be sure to register for one of the Vision Gatherings by clicking on your preferred  date link above. 

Let's not miss the wave. Let's ride it - together.
 

MOMENTUM QUESTIONS
Building Campaign - Brian Paul at bpaul@mandarinpres.com.
Commitment & Giving  - Anne Petrone at apetrone@mandarinpres.com.
Vision Gatherings/General Questions - Church office at 904-680-9944 or info@mandarinpres.com.

Starting Sunday, October 12th, we are excited to introduce a new Small Group format this fall!

For 7 weeks, as we receive God's Word through the Sunday Sermon, we will gather together in fellowship to draw closer to Jesus by reflecting upon God's Word, praying about it, and seeking to live it out in our everyday lives. Our fall study will be focused on Nehemiah. 

Small groups are a great way to foster meaningful connections that extend beyond Sunday mornings as we learn and grow together. 

Ready to join? Click here to register and fill out a quick survey about your preferred meeting times and group preferences. This helps us create the best small group experience for everyone!

If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Althouse. 

MPC will be celebrating Fall with a festival on the St. Johns River! Come join the fun from 3:00-6:00pm on Sunday, November 2nd at our beautiful River House Property!

Enjoy Live music, delicious BBQ, yummy desserts, games and fun for ALL ages! Admission is one non-perishable food item for our Daily Bread Food Pantry or monetary donation for our Daily Bread Food Pantry:  Please select "Fall Fest Food Pantry" from the drop down menu. 

Since this event will be located on the MPC River House property, we ask that everyone please park at our Office Campus on Mandarin Road and follow the directional signs to walk to the event. Golf cart rides will be available for those who need assistance.

Please RSVP below for everyone in your household who is planning to attend so we can have an accurate food count.

Please note for the registration portion below: you only need to select yourself as the participant, THEN apply how many people you will be bringing (ie - family, friends). We only need to know how many are attending for an accurate food count.
 

Click Here to Register!

Experience The Great Banquet, a 72-hour weekend retreat designed for guests to come together to eat, laugh, sing, pray, and grow deeper in their faith as they explore Jesus.

You are invited to join us at the Great Banquet! Mark your calendars for the upcoming Great Banquet weekends:

• Fall 2025 Women's Great Banquet weekend is October 23-26
• Fall 2025 Men's Great Banquet weekend is November 6-9

What is the Great Banquet?

Beginning on Thursday evening and ending Sunday evening, Great Banquet guests eat, laugh, sing, pray, learn and live together. During each of the fifteen talks given by laity and clergy, the theme of God's grace is presented, followed by a time of discussion. Guests participate daily in the celebration of Holy Communion and examine the presence of Christ in his body of believers. Through the prayers and acts of a loving, Christian support community, they experience God's grace in a personal and tangible way.

For more information and an application to attend, please visit nefgb.com.

Discover your unique spiritual gifts and learn to share your faith with confidence!

Join us Tuesday nights or Wednesday mornings as we explore how the Holy Spirit has empowered us to join in God's ministry and mission to the world. Over five weeks, we'll dive deep into two transformative topics: Spiritual Gifts and Evangelism.

What You'll Discover:

• How the Spirit has uniquely gifted you to serve God and others
• Practical ways to confidently and naturally share the Gospel of Jesus Christ
• Your role in God's greater mission in a supportive, conversational environment

The church-wide study starts on September 9, 2025, meeting in the Sanctuary. The cost is $5 for materials. 

Click here to register for Tuesday night (6-7:30pm). We will have our Kids Ministry Program for birth-5th graders on Tuesday nights. 

Click here to register for Wednesday morning (10am-11:30am). 

If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Althouse. 

Bring a Friend! Whether you're exploring faith for the first time, returning after time away, or looking to deepen your relationship with God, this study welcomes all levels of experience. It's the perfect opportunity to invite friends, neighbors, or family members to discover the Gospel in a welcoming, no-pressure environment where questions are encouraged and everyone belongs.

For our KidMin 2025 Fall Events Calendar, click here.

Parents' Night Out - A win-win for the whole family! Enjoy your evening out (or in, if you prefer) while your kids have a blast with Bible time, songs, games, crafts, indoor and outdoor activities, plus a movie! Kindergarteners and up can enjoy our inflatable play area. Chick-fil-A dinner available for $4/child, or feel free to pack your own. Open to babies through 5th grade at our Church campus. Sign up today here and give everyone something to look forward to!

Fall Calendar 2025

Hang 10 starts back Wednesday, September 10! 

Click HERE to pay for Hang 10 Meals

New to Hang 10? Click HERE to complete our new student form.

MPC Medical form is required for all events. You can complete online with event registration or by clicking HERE

Fall Calendar 2025

Crave starts back Sunday, September 7! 

New to Crave? Click HERE to complete our new student form.

MPC Medical form is required for all events. You can complete online with event registration or by clicking HERE.

MPC College Connect!
Small Group Starting September 14th
 

Join us Sundays from 6-8pm this fall for our College Connect small group!  Led by JoBeth and David Wood, this group will meet at the River House (11848 Mandarin Road) to connect and dig deeper into the Christian faith and what it looks like to trust Jesus in this season of life. 

This group is for anyone in college or college age who is looking for community and to grow in their faith!

For more information contact JoBeth – jobethwood@me.com
Be sure to follow us at @collegeminmpc.

Welcome to MPC Young Adults!
 

MPC Young Adults is a group for those 22-30 looking to connect and navigate life’s transitions together! Focused on those in the workforce, in grad school, or a young professional, our goal is to create space for a community that will encourage you to grow in faith and impact the world! So whether you are married or single, in school or a young professional, have it all together, or are just trying to find your next step – you belong here!

Our Fall Schedule:

• From Tuesday, September 9th - Tuesday, October 7th - Join on Tuesday evenings at our Church Campus from 6-7:30pm.
• Starting Thursday, October 16th - Join us Thursday evenings from 7-9pm in the "couch room" at our Office Campus. We will gather for dinner, community, Bible study, and prayer.

For more info, contact Devyn Nelson at dnelson@mandarinpres.com or email YoungAdultMinistry@mandarinpres.com.

For weekly updates, follow us on Instagram @mpcyoungadults. 

Have you ever wondered how the different books of the Bible and their stories fit together? Do you find yourself confused by the prophets in the Old Testament, or unsure how the Old and New Testaments relate to one another? If so, you're not alone! Pastor Andrew Stepp will guide us through a Bible study, Get a Grip on the Bible, designed to help answer your questions. Get a Grip on the Bible is a 10-week class that walks through the redemption story from Creation to Revelation, chronicling the themes and major events of Biblical history. Please join us as we walk through God's story from Eden to the Ends of the Earth!

Date: February 4 - April 16, 2025

If you have any questions, please contact Cindy Althouse. 

Recorded Sessions:

Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10