MPC is offering a six-week prayer training class from January 19th - February 23rd on our Loretto Road Campus. This class is designed to equip you to pray confidently for the people God puts in your path, and it's a great opportunity for personal growth.

This isn’t just a learn-about-prayer class. It’s a class where we’ll practice prayer to grow more comfortable and confident when praying for others. Since that comes with practice, the goal of this class is to offer encouragement, coaching and training. But most importantly, it provides an opportunity to practice praying with others in a safe and encouraging atmosphere. By the end of six weeks, participants will have some experience (and hopefully more comfort and confidence) in listening to, loving and praying for people who need prayer.

Who should take this class?

• People who help lead small groups and Bible studies.
• People involved in ministries or mission activities with people in need.
• Anyone who wants to get better at praying for others.

What will it be like? Here’s a rough outline for our time together each week:

• Take time to gather and connect.
• Ask for God’s help.
• Reflect on the week (if appropriate).
• Learn something new about listening, loving and praying.
• Practice it.

Who is leading the class?

• One of our “pastors in the pews,” Jesse Alexander, will lead the class with the help of one of our deacons, Marjorie Lewis.

Spots are limited - register today! 

Save your spot for our Women's Retreat on January 25, 2025! 

This is a great opportunity for the ladies of MPC to get together, laugh, enjoy fellowship and spend time with God. We are thrilled to announce this year's speaker, Margaret Kay Tucker. More details and registration are here.

Please note that there is a discounted hotel option if you prefer to stay the night on January 24th and 25th, but reservations must be made by December 13th. Reservations can be made here. 

We can't wait! 
 

We are excited to welcome Dr. Paul Copan, a Christian theologian and author of several books, including “Is God a Vindictive Bully?” on Sunday, January 26th. Join us for a special Q&A session at 6pm on our Church campus. This is your opportunity to have any pressing Bible questions about faith, scripture and philosophy answered by Dr. Copan! Please submit your questions here.

Childcare is available upon request. Please contact Wendy Greer at wgreer@mandarinpres.com.

Please take a moment to hear from Dr. Copan in the below video!

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

Time:  6 - 7:30pm on Tuesdays or 10-11:30am on Wednesdays

Location: Sanctuary

Cost:  $20.00 for Workbook & Chart or $5 for Chart Only

You can choose between a Tuesday evening session or a Wednesday morning session, whichever suits your schedule better. The sessions will begin on February 4th for Tuesday evenings and February 5th for Wednesday mornings. Be sure to register (choose your session below) to secure your spot and prepare for this exciting adventure together! 

Click here to register for the Tuesday Evening Session.  (Childcare available upon request)

Click here to register for the Wednesday Morning Session.  

If you have any registration questions, please contact Cindy Althouse. 

Discover Your Place at MPC

Take your next step with us through our Discovery Class – a welcoming space where you can explore what it means to be part of our MPC family and our mission of More People Moving Toward Jesus.

Over two sessions, you'll:

• Connect with our church family and learn about our vision for serving Christ
• Share your own faith journey and explore opportunities for meaningful involvement
• Understand the heart behind MPC membership and how you can be part of our mission

Next Class Dates:

• Session 1: February 9th in Quad 1
• Session 2: February 23rd in Quad 1

Here's what to expect: 

• In the first session, you will learn more about our church’s mission and what is involved in membership.

• In the second session, you’ll have a chance to share your story & God’s love, and give you the opportunity to join MPC.

If you are interested in learning more about Discovery Classes or would like to join our next class, please contact Carla Mayo by email.

MPC is thrilled to be a host site for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2025 on Saturday, March 1st, in the Sanctuary at the Loretto Road Campus. This event is designed to help grandparents build a spiritual legacy within their families. During the summit, you will:

- Be inspired through music and worship
- Connect with other grandparents who share the desire to cultivate a spiritual legacy
- Receive a Summit workbook for taking notes and future reference
- Preview top-selling books and grandparenting resources 
- Listen to an incredible lineup of speakers 

We hope to see you there! 
Click here to register. 

Here are this year's incredible lineup of speakers:

This year's theme is "For This Purpose." What purpose, you ask? That faith would be perpetuated in our families. Nationally-known speakers & gifted content experts will encourage grandparents to embrace that purpose. 

The Legacy Grandparenting Summit 2025 broadcast will be live in Birmingham, Alabama, February 21-22, 2025. MPC is a summit host site that will replay Day 1 of the two-day event. This is an event you don't want to miss!

Click here to register. 

Pricing:

$34 until February 1, 2025

$39 available February 28-March 1, 2025

$44 door price

Lunch will be available from Chick-Fil-A for an additional cost, or you may bring your own. Note: Once you have registered for this event, you will receive a separate email from MPC with a link for ordering your lunch.

Learn more at Legacycoalition.com/summit. For any questions, email Cindy Althouse. 

Announcing our KidMin 2025 Events - see below for registration links.

Save the Date: Camp Day is March 10th when our registrations for all Summer Camps will open. 
For any questions about upcoming events, please contact Wendy Greer. 

Click here to register for 5Up!

Click here to register for Parents' Night Out. 

Click here to register for our UnWrapped Bible Event.

Spring Calendar 2025
Hang 10 starts back on January 15, 2025!

Click HERE to register for Hang 10 After Dark.

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

Click HERE to pay online for Hang 10 Meals. 

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

Spring Calendar 2025
Crave starts back on January 12, 2025!

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

Click HERE to register for Awakening. 

Mission trip information and applications are on our high school missions page - click HERE

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

Thank you to everyone who attended our recent Vision Night. If you missed it, you can click to watch the recap video. It's a great opportunity to hear from Senior Pastor Andrew Stepp on what God is doing in our church and what's in store for MPC looking ahead!