Members' Resources

The forms and files available below are for your benefit. Use them freely and pass them along to others to build up the body of Christ at MBC.


Event Planning

Use the link below to submit an event to be posted on the Body Life Calendar. If your event is to get help moving, please read the form below first (Move Support Checklist). If you need to use the church building for your event, you must complete the "Facility Use Request" form below.

Submit an Event for the Body Life Calendar (FORM)Move Support Checklist (locational/residential; file/PDF)Submit a facility use request (FORM)


Ministries to Serve

Below is a brief summary of each ministry MBC offers to members. Be sure to read the provided documents and contact the ministry leader to inquire about serving. 


Welcome Ministry

The welcome ministry is a great place for those who want to get to know new faces and are excited to talk about Christ. While every member of MBC is part of the welcoming ministry in a broad sense, the formal welcome ministry begins before the doors open and is the first point of contact for everyone attending Sunday Service. Contact John O'Haver if you are interested in serving in this ministry.

Philosophy of ministry for the Welcome Ministry (forthcoming)


Usher Ministry

The usher ministry is an important ministry for the men of MBC. They serve before and during the service to help both attenders and members find a seat and ensure a smooth transition between different parts of the service. Contact Luis Hernandez to inquire about serving as an usher.

Philosophy of ministry for Ushering (forthcoming)


Music Ministry

The music ministry is a great place to serve for those with musical talents. You can contact Brendan Miller, the leader of this ministry, to find out how you can serve. Here are a few of the roles that may be available to serve in music:
  • Music Lead
  • Singer
  • Guitar, Piano, or other instrument
Philosophy of ministry for music (forthcoming)


Children's Ministry

Children's ministry requires an additional application, background check, and interview. Please use the link below to access the Children's Ministry Handbook. Contact Skyler Martin to inquire about serving in any of the ministries below. The Children's Ministries include the following:
  • Nursery - Leader: Skyler Martin
  • Children's Sunday School - Leader: Skyler Martin
  • Adventure Club - Leader: Alex Gardner
  • Homeschool Co-Op - Leader: Rachel Ridgeway
Children's Ministry Handbook (file/PDF)Children's Ministry Application (FORM)


Media Ministry

Media Ministry covers all audio-video (AV) capture and production. Justin Hornbaker is the overseer of this ministry. The following are the ways that members can serve in this ministry:
  • Audio Board Control - Leader: Karl Miller
  • Video (Recording & Live-streaming) Control - Leaders: Karl Miller/Matthew Reese
  • Post-Production - Leaders: Karl Miller/Matthew Reese
  • Sunday School Setup/Teardown - Leader: Karl Miller
Philosophy of Ministry for Media (FILE/PDF)


Hospitality Ministry

Hospitality covers a host of ways that provide service to the body. The following are the ways that members can serve in this ministry:
  • Sunday food preparation and service - Leader: Dori Miller
  • Coffee Stand - Leaders: John & Lori O'Haver
  • Lord's Table: Element Preparation - Leader: Kim Reese
Philosophy of ministry for Hospitality (forthcoming)


Evangelism Ministry

The evangelism ministry provides outreach opportunities for MBC members. Justin Hornbaker is the overseer of this ministry, and there are several smaller ministries under this banner:
  • Children's Hunger Fund - Leader: Brad Holten (Deacon)
  • Vancouver Area Outreach - Leader: Justin Hornbaker (Elder)
    • Chess Tournament Outreach (approx. twice a year) - Leader: Tom Snyder
    • Various outdoor event outreaches (to be determined)
Philosophy of Ministry for Evangelism (FILE/PDF)


Cultural Mandate Ministry

The cultural mandate ministry provides guidance and opportunities for members to serve their local community, bringing God's word and law to bear on society. To inquire about joining, contact Tyler Long (Deacon), the leader of this ministry.

Philosophy of ministry for the Cultural Mandate Ministry (forthcoming)


Security Ministry

Security is an extremely important ministry, and it is not open to everyone. This ministry is for men, specifically those who can handle themselves well, are responsible, and are alert to potential threats. Tom Snoberger (Deacon) leads this ministry. Please contact him if you are interested. 

Philosophy of ministry for the Security Ministry (FILE/PDF)


Membership Expectations & Transfer

Below are links that provide information on the expectations of church membership, which were covered in more detail in the books and classes. There is also a document that outlines the process of transferring to another church. Please note: you must be a member in good standing to transfer to another church.

Agreed Upon Expectations of Church Members (FILE/PDF)Shepherding Care Transfer Process for Members (file/PDF)

REMINDER: THE ONE ANOTHER COMMANDS IN SCRIPTURE

  • Love one another: Romans 12:10; 13:8; 1 Thessalonians 3:12; 4:9; 2 Thessalonians 1:3; 1 Peter 1:22; 4:8; 1 John 3:11, 23; 4:7, 11–12; 2 John 5

  • Live in harmony with one another: Romans 12:16; 15:5; see also Galatians 5:26; 1 Thessalonians 5:13 

  • Welcome one another: Romans 15:7; see also Romans 16:16

  • Admonish one another: Romans 15:14; Colossians 3:16

  • Care for one another: 1 Corinthians 12:25

  • Serve one another: Galatians 5:13; 1 Peter 4:10

  • Bear one another’s burdens: Galatians 6:2

  • Be patient with one another: Ephesians 4:2; Colossians 3:13

  • Be kind to one another: Ephesians 4:32

  • Forgive one another: Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:13

  • Sing praises with one another: Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16

  • Regard one another as more important than yourself: Philippians 2:3

  • Speak truth to one another: Colossians 3:9

  • Encourage one another: 1 Thessalonians 4:18; 5:11; Hebrews 3:13; 10:25

  • Seek good for one another: 1 Thessalonians 5:15

  • Stir up one another to love and good deeds: Hebrews 10:24; see also 1 Timothy 6:17–18

  • Confess your sins to one another: James 5:16

  • Pray for one another: James 5:16

  • Be hospitable to one another: 1 Peter 4:9

  • Be humble toward one another: 1 Peter 5:5