Are you interested in a fun and easy way to meet new people at MPC? Consider joining Table for 8, an MPC dinner group where you share fellowship and meals once a month, with the option to switch groups every three months to meet even more people. 

The groups are comprised of eight people who meet monthly to share a meal and get to know one another. The dinner's host will provide the main course, while others bring a side, salad, or dessert. Hosting duties are shared within the group; you can even co-host with someone. 

Every three months, you'll have an opportunity to switch to another Table for 8 dinner group and meet more people. What a great way to connect with others! 

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Iris Cruice at viriswood@bellsouth.net.

Table for 8 Sign-up Form

Overcome is a program of Anchor International, a Christ-centered organization helping people who are affected by mental health challenges find support and belonging within their local communities. 

Many of us experience being depressed, feeling lost and lonely, being scared, angry or without hope. We struggle with today's world of "arm's length" relationships and feel excluded. For many of us, our efforts aren't even keeping our heads above water. Often, things feel like they are coming apart.

Consider Overcome, an eight-week journey to help lift you out of the melancholy you feel. Two trained facilitators, willing to guide you and a small group through proven approaches to ease the load. We are not talking at you, but we are walking with you. It is a time about hope.

Next Session:
Begins on Wednesday, September 23rd and meets on Wednesdays. Click here to register. 

Contact Information:

Contact Stephen and Jane Monks at steefen77@hotmail.com or 904-269-7360, for more information.

Testimonials: 

“I thoroughly enjoyed being a participant in Overcome. It enabled me to acknowledge and put a voice to feelings, situations, and events in my life in a very safe and supportive environment. I walked away with a better understanding as well as tools to help me deal with mental health issues for myself and others. I also formed an incredible bond with my group and gained an awesome prayer support system.”

“The Overcome meetings helped me overcome the pain from my childhood that I could not seem to face. The conversations that I call 'real talk' made me realize that I am valued, needed, and loved. The small group provided a safe place to discover my worth. I loved the people who shared this space with me and the facilitator who was our guiding light. I shall never forget this awesome experience.”

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.

Upcoming Fall Weekends:

Women's: October 15-18
Men's: November 5-8
 

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. You can also reach out to Jeff Arnold at jeffarnold@mandarinpres.com with any questions. 

MPC will be celebrating Fall with a festival on the St. Johns River! Come join the fun from 3:30-6pm on Sunday, October 25th 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. We will have overflow parking on our Church Campus. 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! 

Call for Volunteers! We need help to make this event special! If you're available, please sign up - link to be posted soon!

COMMUNITY FOR MOMS!
 

MPC MomCo is a vibrant fellowship of moms who support each other in motherhood and grow together in faith. At MomCo, we hope to encourage and equip mothers who are in a similar season of life to realize their potential as women, mothers, and leaders in relationship with Christ. Hot coffee, breakfast, and childcare provided at every meeting.

Gatherings will be held every other Tuesday from 9:45 to 11:45am on the MPC Church Campus. Register for 2026-2027 below. 

For any questions, contact momco@mandarinpres.com.

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. 

 - Select "Momentum Campaign" from the Dropdown Menu

CONSTRUCTION PHASE LOGISTICS:
Sunday mornings will look a little different during this season.
Here's what you need to know:

• Parking is unchanged — golf carts will be available for those who need assistance, and two-way traffic is still in effect throughout the lot.
• To reduce congestion, we encourage you to enter, exit, and park from the Loretto Road side when possible.
• The courtyard is closed. Please use the rear church entrances. For guidance, refer to the map linked here.
• The back hallways and restrooms are reserved exclusively for Kids Ministry during this time. Please use the restrooms in the front lobby.
• Volunteers will be stationed throughout to welcome you and help with anything you need. Interested in joining the Sunday Volunteer team? Contact Renata at rkamp@mandarinpres.com.

CONSTRUCTION PHASE UPDATES:

• As many may know, we partnered with Dana B. Kenyon construction company and their team is hitting the ground running with surveying, demolition, plumbing, electric, site clearing and pad construction. We've officially gone vertical, and block work is now underway.
• Our Office/Preschool Campus is getting long-overdue upgrades as we've submitted the permitting for plumbing upgrades, have engaged an architect to begin remodel plans (5-6 month process) and are reviewing competitive roofing replacement bids.
• We ask that you continue to pray for the construction crew, our leadership, and our congregation throughout this season.

Thank you for your patience as we create more space for more people to move toward Jesus!

We invite you to join us for worship on Sundays. Learn more about the vision in our Momentum Initative Launch Video, Momentum Fact Sheet, Momentum Booklet, Vision Gathering Replay and our Construction Update Recording. 

NEXT STEPS:

• Ask the Lord how He's calling you to be part of this journey. 
• Make a commitment to our Momentum Campaign
• Give to our Momentum Campaign - Select "Momentum Campaign" from the dropdown menu
• Consider joining our Sunday Volunteer Team. If Interested, contact Renata at rkamp@mandarinpres.com.
• Submit an online prayer for our Momentum Campaign here.
• If you would like our Momentum booklet mailed to you, please contact info@mandarinpres.com. 

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.
General Questions - Church office at 904-680-9944 or info@mandarinpres.com.

Our KidMin Fall 2026 Calendar!

For questions on any of our KidMin events,  contact Beth at bwolfram@mandarinpres.com.

Click here for 5Up registration! 

Fall Calendar 2026 - Hang 10 starts September 16!

Hang 10 Weekend Registration - Click HERE

Pay for Hang 10 Meals HERE - FALL Semester Only!

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. If you have already completed a form for the 2026-2027 school year, you are covered for the whole school year (and summer) and don't have to complete it again until August 2027.

Fall Calendar 2026 - Crave starts September 13!

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. If you have already completed a form for the 2026-2027 school year, you are covered for the whole school year (and summer) and don't have to complete it again until August 2027.

MPC College
 

Join us for MPC College — a place to stay connected, build community, and grow together throughout the semester. Whether you are going to school in Jacksonville, commuting, taking classes online, or home from school for the weekend - we'd love to have you!

This fall, we'll be gathering once a month for fun, fellowship, and time together. Bring a friend, reconnect with familiar faces, and invite somone new to join us. 

We can't wait to see you this semester! 

For more details, follow us on Instagram at @collegeminmpc or email awiechens@mandarinpres.com.

Fall 2026 Schedule: 

Welcome to MPC Young Adults!
 

MPC Young Adults is a group for those 22-30 looking to connect and navigate life’s transitions together! Whether you're in the workforce or grad school, married or single, have it all together or are just trying to find your next step — you belong here! Our goal is to create a community that encourages you to grow in faith and impact the world.

Join us!

We meet on Thursdays from 7-9pm at our Office/Preschool Campus in the “Couch Room." View our current calendar below and the Young Adults Hub for more details. Questions? Contact Pastor Devyn Nelson dnelson@mandarinpres.com or email YoungAdultMinistry@mandarinpres.com, and follow us on Instagram @mpcyoungadults. 

Fall Calendar: