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Central Church Ministries!
“Recharge” Wednesdays
Lots of activities take place on Wednesday Nights at Central Church during the school year as a well to help you “recharge” your faith life and get through the week!! There is a full line-up of activities for EVERYONE!
Middle School and High School Youth Group:
Middle School Youth Group takes place from 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall and Youth Room on Wednesdays. The high school youth will meet from 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. in the Youth Room! Bring a friend!!
Meal:
Hot, delicious meals are served beginning at 5:15 p.m. each week in the Fellowship Hall. The meal is provided for a free-will donation. This year, in an effort to promote community and fellowship, there will be NO to-go meals. We would love to have you come and eat with us!
JAM 45: JAM 45 is a group intended for the 4th and 5th grade students to bond together, build closer relationships, and dive deeper into their faith. They will tackle Biblical truths to hard topics facing our preteens today. They will meet on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:00 p.m. at the church. Ginny Tostenson will pick up these students from Milbank Elementary School at 3:00 p.m. every Wednesday. JAM stands for Jesus and Me.
JAM JR: will then take place ONCE A MONTH from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. downstairs and will be for children ages 3 through 3rd grade! This will give this group of children a chance to be leaders of their group and have the activities tailored more for their age! This is also a time for parents to bring their children and get involved in the various “Recharge” Wednesday adult Bible studies. We pray you will get your children involved in these exciting programs!
Small Group Bible Studies:
Pastor Mike will lead a Bible study each Wednesday throughout most of the school year on Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m. Watch for details this fall!
We are looking forward to seeing the church full on "Recharge” Wednesdays!
Milbank Women’s Connection
Women’s Connection is an affiliate of Stonecroft Ministries (formerly Christian Women’s group). The Milbank Women’s Connection will meet on Tuesday, August 18, from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the Central Church Fellowship Hall. Paula Zukowski of Shoreview, MN, will share a message called, “A Real Fixer-Upper.” The special feature will be Laura Stahl with “Homemade Soap Making”. Music will be provided by Shirone Spolar with “Name That Tune”. There will also be an Ice Cream Social! Reservations are appreciated. Please call Peg Dohrer at 605-949-0311. Tickets are $5.00 per person. Invite a friend!
MADE Men Ministry
MADE Men is a newly formed ministry at Central Church designed to make connections among men. MADE stands for Make A Difference Everyday - MADE in the image of God - Iron Sharpens Iron. The group will host special events for men in the community from all churches and for those who are unchurched.
Seasoned Citizens of Central
Gathering
The Seasoned Citizens of Central is specifically designed to provide ministry for persons living within the more senior years of their lives. The group meets once a month for a planned gathering that is built around the interests of the more senior people. Rolls and coffee are served in addition to hymn singing of gospel songs.
The Seasoned Citizens of Central will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, September 10, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Please call the Church Office, 432-4766, if you would like a ride.
“Let Go and Let God” Card Ministry
A NEW outreach opportunity is coming to Central Church this fall. “Let Go and Let God” Card Ministry will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. beginning Wednesday, September 9. No special talents are required – only the desire to lift others up using your unique gifts to glorify God.
The group will create cards and bookmarks for those who are hurting, struggling, or celebrating a milestone. If you feel led to serve in this way, whether it be through illustration, lettering, prayer, encouragement, or just your presence, please contact Judy Frink at 770-324-1386.
Well Women Ministry
“The Well” is a multi-generational women’s ministry created to help women step away from the noise and busyness of life to gather in the presence of Jesus.
Like the women who met at wells throughout Scripture, we come thirsty for connection, wisdom, truth, and Living Water. We believe spiritual growth happens through authentic community, prayer, worship, discipleship, and sharing life together across generations.
Our desire is to create space where women are refreshed, rested in God’s Word, led by the Holy Spirit, and equipped to pour into the next generation with faith, wisdom, and grace.
The group will host monthly gatherings.
Central Book Club
The Central Book Club meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, except for the months of July and December. The group reads a book each month and gathers for discussion and treats. Anyone can join the group at no cost. Central Church provides the books. All that is asked is a free-will donation. To join, please contact Jen Aden in the Church Office at 605-432-4766.
The Central Book Club will take the month of July off. They will meet next on Tuesday, August 25, at 6:30 p.m. The group will discuss the book “Theo of Golden” by Allen Levi. For more information, contact Jen Aden in the Church Office at 432-4766.
Betrayal and Beyond Group for Women
Healing from sexual betrayal can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to walk through it alone. Betrayal & Beyond, a biblically based and clinically informed program, offers a safe, grace-filled community for women seeking hope, healing, and restoration after betrayal.
A new group will be forming at Central Church beginning Thursday, September 17, from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. If you or someone you know could benefit from walking alongside others on this journey, we invite you to learn more. For more information, confidentially text or call Judy Dorsett at 214-663-9099.
Summer Sunday Worship Hours (May 17 - September 13
8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
10:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service
“Recharge” Wednesday Activities
“Recharge” Wednesday activities are on its summer break. They will resume again on Wednesday, September 16.
Current and Upcoming Small Group Bible Studies
Weekly Men’s Morning Bible Study
All are welcome to attend the Wednesday morning Men’s Bible Study in the Heritage Room. The group meets at 6:45 a.m. for a devotion and prayer. For more information, please contact Jody Kuper at 605-432-5749.
The Book of Revelation Bible Study
Pastor Mike will lead a study on the book of Revelation beginning on Wednesday, September 16, at 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary. It will be held on Wednesdays through Wednesday, November 18.
You do NOT have to attend every Wednesday. You will be given the material for the entire study, so you will have that if you cannot make a session. Please sign up at the Welcome Center so the appropriate number of copies can be made!
Monthly Women’s Bible Study Group
Join the MONTHLY Bible study group for women at Central Church which is open to all ages from any denomination. This group will study the Bible and the women who made their marks.
They will not meet in August, due to a women’s encounter event. They will discuss Martha of Bethany in September, and Esther in October!
Groups will take place the third Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. Childcare will be provided for those who need it. For more information, please contact Bailey Caskey at 651-788-5821.
Weekly Men’s Evening Bible Study
The evening weekly Men’s Bible Study will meet on Sundays throughout the school year at 6:30 p.m. in the Heritage Room. Anyone is welcome to join! For more information, please contact Steve Nomeland at 320-219-3038 or Sean Pinkert at 605-467-9244.
Special Events At Central Church!
Dudes Need Dudes Men’s Event
Tom Henderson, RESGEN Founder and Executive Director will be the keynote speaker at a RESGEN Dudes Need Dudes event at the Milbank High School Theatre on Saturday, August 22, at 10:00 a.m. This event is open to ALL men in the community! All are asked to register for a head count! Scan the QR code to register! Invite everyone for this special local event!
Closed Labor Day
Central Church and the Church Office will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day.
Chicken BBQ Potluck
The annual Rally Sunday Chicken Barbeque Potluck will take place in the Fellowship Hall following the 10:00 a.m. service on Sunday, September 13. There will be a “free will” offering for the chicken & hotdogs. We are asking each family to bring a dish to pass. Please bring a generous size side-dish, salad, or dessert. Drinks, plates, and utensils will be furnished. Come enjoy a wonderful morning at Central Church!
Well Women Faith and Fitness Night
The next Well Gathering will be Wednesday, August 26, from 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. at Central Church. This event will focus on Faith and Fitness - an evening of faith, movement, and connection!
From 6:30 – 7:00 p.m. will be chair yoga with all abilities welcome! From 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. will be a time of fellowship, devotions, and refreshments for everyone! A gentle mat yoga session will take place from 8:00 – 8:45 p.m. These yoga sessions will fit the abilities of anyone!
You may also just come and pray and enjoy the fellowship time as well! We want everyone present, regardless if you think you can do yoga or not! Choose the part of the evening that you are most comfortable with! Advance registration is appreciated. Please register at www.milbankcentral.com/well-women-faith-and-fitness-yoga-night.
Sunday School Teacher’s Meeting
ALL elementary age Sunday School teachers and anyone else interested in helping with Sunday School for preschool through grade 5 is asked to attend a meeting on Wednesday, September 9, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will give you the tools needed to help with Sunday School, hand out the curriculum lessons, do background checks, and encourage you to make a difference in the lives of our children! We will be using a new curriculum this year, so please make sure to attend! For questions, please contact Ginny Tostenson at 949-0832.
Regular Worship Service Hours and Sunday School Begins
Regular Worship Service Hours will begin on Sunday, September 20. The Traditional Worship Service will be at 8:30 a.m. and the Contemporary Worship Service will move back to 11:00 a.m. Coffee Fellowship takes place between services from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School for all ages will also begin on Sunday, September 20, from 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.
Kids Hope Mentor Meeting
All Kids Hope mentors for the 2026-2027 school year will meet at Milbank Elementary on Tuesday, September 1, at 5:15 p.m. Robin Patnoe has been named a co-director aside Ginny Tostenson. She will show and explain all the hard work and preparations she has made to help make mentoring successful and stress-free! We will go over all the processes to being a mentor and prepare you to begin meeting with your student the week of September 14! If you cannot make this meeting, please let Ginny know!
A meeting for the Prayer Partners will be held at a later date!
Rally Sunday
Rally Sunday is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, with one service only at 10:00 a.m. in the SANCTUARY! This event is for EVERYONE young and old, families, adults, and everyone in between!
This unique service will include great songs, presentation of Bibles to the 2nd grade children, rocking of the new babies within the church body, anointing and recognition of all volunteers and Sunday School teachers, a wonderful message, and so much more!
We pray that you will re-engage back into church worship and help kick-off the new school year with Rally Sunday!
Evangelism Training Part 2
The second session of the Evangelism Training at Central Church is scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, at 6:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. The high school youth group will join in with this training.
This session will be on “Sharing Your Testimony.” Everyone, all ages, are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Come learn how sharing your testimony is a vital part of evangelism and discipleship!
