This Labor Day weekend, our church family will gather at Epworth by the Sea on St. Simons Island! We'll stay in hotel-style accommodations on this beautiful property, just a short drive from the beach. Experience fun and connection as we grow in Christ together! 

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Gatherings for worship
• Guest Speaker "The Chalkguy Ben Glenn" - Award-winning artist, speaker and author 
• Kids and Student Ministry programming * Note-this year we will have MS and HS students included in the main speaker times!
• Plenty of afternoon activities (beach, pool, putt putt golf, crafting and more)
• All meals provided by Epworth
• Evening fun for the whole family – Bingo, Glow in the Dark games, campfire and a game show night!
• Optional Adult Art Project: Click here for details.

The All Church Retreat will begin at 11am on Saturday, September 5th and we will conclude with a special Closing at 11am on Monday, September 7th. 

SAMPLE SUNDAY SCHEDULE:
7:30am – Morning Prayer w/Pastor Jeff
8:00am – Breakfast
9:00am – Club #2 (worship and speaker)
11:00am – Every Generation Olympics Event
12:30pm – Lunch
1:30pm – Afternoon Activities
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Family Game Show Event
8:00pm – Campfire
9:00pm – Late Night Trivia and Games
 

KIDS AND STUDENT MINISTRY:  
Childcare will be provided during the adult session times for ages 0-2 years old. Kids programming will be provided for kids ages 3 years old -5th grade. Programming will be led by MPC staff and Kids Min volunteers and includes Bible stories, activities and crafts. Because Ben Glenn has been a loved camp speaker for our students, this year we will have MS and HS students in the speaker time with adults. There will be student ministry activities at other times during the weekend led by our Directors. 

QUESTIONS: 
Please contact Cindy Althouse or our office at 904.680.9944. 

Volunteer Opportunity 

August SERVE Day: Join us on August 22nd as we partner with Three Grains of Rice to serve our community! Volunteers will help with organizing clothes, supplies and sorting food items for distribution. Click here for details and to sign up. To learn more about Three Grains of Rice and their mission, watch this video.

Questions? Reach out to Renata at rkamp@mandarinpres.com. 

On September 10th, MPC invites you to "Plan it Forward" - an informative evening designed to help you invest wisely in your future and create a lasting legacy.

Join us for an evening of sharing best practices. Listen to fellow MPC members share their experiences and expertise on:

- Estate Planning
- Assisted Living Planning
- Memorial/Funeral Planning
- How You Can Help MPC
- Donor-Advised Funds

Gain valuable insights from industry experts! For more details and to register, click HERE!

 

Come be a part of something meaningful and see God at work in our world! We're heading to San Miguel Chicaj, Guatemala, for a week of impactful service - combining community outreach and medical mission work. Whether you're experienced or simply have a heart to serve, we'd love for you to join our team! 

Join us to grow in your faith, shine the light of Jesus and serve others. The details and application are below: 

Dates: November 10-17, 2026
Destination: San Miguel Chicaj
Cost: $1800 (partial scholarships available)
Application Deadline: August 9, 2026
Team Meeting: TBD
Questions: Contact Mike Whyward at mike@j19ministries.com. 

If interested, please fill out the application.

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. Permits have been approved - thanks for your prayers! Things will look different in the next couple of weeks!
• 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. 

Fall Calendar 2026 - Hang 10 starts September 16!

6th Grade Hang Out & Ice Cream Party Registration - Click HERE

Hang 10 Weekend Registration - Click HERE

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!

Freshmen Orientation Registration - Click HERE

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 - Join us this Summer!
 

Join us for MPC College — community and fellowship every Monday night from 7-9pm at the River House! Anyone college-aged (18–22) is welcome — invite your friends!

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

Summer 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 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. 

Upcoming Events:

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.