Dedication and Dreams

          The ideas and dreams of a building project that began well over ten years ago have now become a reality.  For some it has been a long wait.  Millbrook Baptist Church can again open its front doors to all who wish to join us.  We are beginning to use the spacious classrooms and to enjoy the wonderful facilities that reflect the fruits of labor and love for this church.  There is just one thing left to do.  Give thanks.

          The rich history of Millbrook Baptist Church has experienced many thankful occasions, but few as momentous as this one.  Years ago the building fund was set up and generous contributions were made and accumulated.  Through these years many people have spent long hours in planning meetings and discussion groups.  Groups within the church were asked to express ther needs for space and design.

          Then, just a little over a year ago, when the rising cost of construction and limited funds made it look as if the dream would be postponed indefinitely, a generous gift restarted the engine of progress.  Smaller obstacles fell away.  The object of all the planning and praying begin to rise from the ground and take shape...the completed building unites our church and exceeds all our expectations.

          On Sunday, September 7, following the 11:00 a.m. worship service, we will gather in the fellowship hall for a time of thanksgiving for our church and to thank those who have worked so hard and waited so long.  Most of all, we will give thanks and dedicate our new building to the service of God.

          There will be a covered dish luncheon.  Please RSVP to the church office so we can plan enough seating.

Click HERE for a slideshow of the construction process. 

Wednesday Nights are New at MBC

          September 3rd is the launch of new Wednesday night programs at Millbrook.

          Your response to the recent survey generated some great ideas for programs.  Starting this fall, you will have more than one workshop or study to choose from plus special programs that will celebrate community and the Advent/Christmas season.

          It all begins at 5:30 pm with dinner, and the programs start at 6:30 pm.  Put Wednesday at MBC on your schedule and plan to attend.  On September 3rd, results of the survey will be shared and information about the fall classes and workshops will be presented.  The size of some groups will be limited, so come and find out what programs you would like to attend.  Call the church office to make dinner reservations. 

See you on the 3rd!

Used Shoe Drive

          WIHN is sponsoring a Used Shoe Drive.  A marketing company will pay them for used shoes in good condition and the shoes will be sent to areas and countries where shoes are needed.  If you have shoes that you no longer wear that are in good condition they would appreciate your donation.  Adult and children's shoes are needed.  Laced shoes must be tied together and shoes without laces should be rubber banded together.  Stiletto heels or steel-toed shoes are not needed.  WIHN is dependent on contributions, grants and fund raising to fund the services they provide to homeless families.  There will be a box in the Fellowship Hall during the month of August to collect shoes.