Central Church Registration and Permission Form
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ACH (Automatic Withdrawal Giving)
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Regularly Scheduled Events at Central Church!
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 Tuesday, July 15, at 1:30 p.m. in the Central Church Fellowship Hall. The speaker will be Julie Couch of Norfolk, NE, with the message, “A Lost & Lonely Girl, and her Journey to Find a Friend.” The special feature will be given by Julie Couch with “Music is in the Air”, the effects of music on the brain. Music will be provided by Jena Schulte and Paula Tobin. Tickets are $5.00 each at the door. A light dessert will be served. Reservations are appreciated! Please call or email Peg Dohrer at (605)949-0311 or pldohrer@itcmilbank.com. Invite a friend!
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 NOT meet in July due to a summer break. The group’s next gathering will be Tuesday, August 26, to discuss the book “Those We Wait For” by Michael Ivanov. For more information, contact Jen Aden in the Church Office at 432-4766.
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, July 10 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Watch for more information coming soon. Please call the Church Office, 432-4766, if you would like a ride.
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.
Weekly Men’s 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.
Summer Sunday Worship Hours (May - September)
8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship
10:00 a.m. Blended Worship Service
Wednesday Night Activities (during the school year)
Wednesday Night Activities are on a Summer Break! They will resume again in September!
Special Events At Central Church!
Wednesday Night Activities Schedule
Lots of activities take place on Wednesday Nights at Central Church during the school year! 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!!
Wednesday Night Meal:
Wednesday Night 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 (Jesus and Me):
We are very excited to announce a new format for our JAM programs for the elementary students this year! JAM stands for Jesus and Me and takes place on Wednesdays. This is a time for preschool through 5th grade age children to come take part in fun, Christian activities which are an extension of the Sunday School program.
JAM 45: is a NEW group intended for the 4th and 5th grade students to bond together, build closer relationships, and dive deeper into their faith. 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 JR.: will then take place at the normal time from 6:00 – 7:15 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 Wednesday Night adult Bible studies. There will be homework help available during this time for the 4th and 5th graders who are waiting for their younger siblings to participate in JAM Jr. We pray you will get your children involved in these exciting programs!
Got(d) Questions format:
Pastor Thom is going to use a different format for his Wednesday night Got(d) Questions each week. He will be leading various Bible studies during this time beginning at 6:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
We are looking forward to seeing the church full on Wednesday Nights!
Vacation Bible School 2025
Registration has begun for Vacation Bible School 2025 with the theme “Wonder Junction.” Howdy, partners! Welcome to Wonder Junction! There’s no greater joy than to praise the name of the Lord all day long. But how can yer kids do that if they don’t know who Jesus is or what He’s done for them? At Wonder Junction VBS, we marvel at Jesus and live for His glory.
VBS will take place from Sunday, July 20, through Thursday, July 24, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Central Church for kids ages 3 through those who have completed 5th grade. Supper will be served from 5:00 – 5:30 p.m. with the Opening Assembly starting at 5:30 p.m. All children MUST be registered to attend!
You may register online at https://httpsmilbankcentralmyanswers.myanswers.com/wonder-junction/ or by filling out a paper form located at the Welcome Center. For questions, please contact Ginny Tostenson, Children’s Ministries and Communications Coordinator, at 605-949-0832. We can’t wait for VBS!
Middle and High School Youth Summer Gathering
Youth Coordinator, Levi Waddell, invites ALL youth in last year’s grades 6-12 to an informal summer youth gathering on Sunday, July 13. Watch for more details coming soon!
VBS Recap Sunday
Sunday, July 27, will be Vacation Bible School Recap Sunday. During both the 8:30 and 10:00 a.m. Worship Services, you will get a taste of what took place all week at VBS! The services will include the kids sharing a couple of songs, watching a highlight video with all the children featured, seeing a glimpse of the daily drama skits that wrapped up each day, as well as additional fun things that took place during this amazing and life-transforming week! Come see what VBS was all about! PARENTS – make sure your kids attend both services so they can share their songs!
Youth Valleyfair Trip 2025
Central Church will take the youth to Valleyfair on Wednesday, July 9. The trip is open to youth from ANY church who just finished 6-12th grades. The group will leave from Central Church at 6:45 a.m. and will return to Milbank tentatively by 9:30 p.m. The cost is $50 per person which includes transportation and admission to BOTH the theme park AND the water park. If you choose to use the water park, please bring a modest swimsuit, towel, and bag to carry wet clothes. Food, beverages, and souvenir costs are on your own.
Sign up is first come, first serve with 99 spots available! When all spots are filled, no more youth will be added! The registration form and money are due to Levi Waddell by Wednesday, July 2. You may download and print the form off the church website at www.milbankcentral.com under the ONLINE REGISTRATIONS tab.
Youth will be put into groups of 4, which they must stay with the entire day. The 6th and 7th grade youth who attend MUST have ONE chaperone per 4 youth that will stay with them all day. Those youth will be responsible for finding and bringing their own chaperones. The group will NOT stop on the way to Valleyfair. They will make one stop to eat and use the bathroom on the way home. For questions, please contact Levi Waddell at 605-949-0519.
4th of July
Central Church and the Church Office will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day! Stay safe and God Bless You!
Ice Cream “Sunday”
Central Church will be hosting Ice Cream “Sunday” on Sunday, July 27, from 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. The church staff will serve soft serve ice cream with all the toppings. Come enjoy a tasty treat!!
